Rangers Notes: Front Office, Young, Davis
2011/03/rangers-notes-daniels-young-davis.htmlpodcast (and passed on by ESPNDallas)… "It tells people who you are as an organization and it tells new players coming in what you are all…
Gammons On Prospects, A’s, Kalish, Iglesias
2011/03/gammons-on-prospects-as-kalish-iglesias.htmlPeter Gammons appeared on WEEI's Minor Details podcast to discuss the value of a deep minor league system, the difficulty…… To wit, Gammons believes the Yankees will forego trying for a free agent pitcher and instead use their own deep…
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Purke, Wood, Oswalt, Werth
2011/04/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-purke-wood-oswalt-werth.htmlMidwest Sports Fans launched a bi-weekly MLB trivia challenge podcast with some help from a special guest: Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports. … James Andrews with a shoulder issue.
AL Central Notes: Danks, Indians, Draft
2011/05/al-central-notes-danks-indians.htmlUCLA right-hander Trevor Bauer will not get past the Indians, who select 8th overall in this June's draft, according to Keith Law on ESPN.com's Baseball Today podcast. … Links from the AL Central, as Francisco Liriano and Justin Verlander share the American League player of the week award in recognition of their respective no-hitters...
Indians Notes: Bauer, Talbot, Kearns
2011/05/indians-notes-bauer-talbot.htmlOn his weekly podcast, Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer suggests that the Indians could pursue a right-handed hitter as a bench bat or semi-regular if they're looking add a player midseason. … Here's the latest on the Tribe, which enters tonight's action with an MLB-best 26 wins... The Indians, who select eighth overall in this year’s draft, figure to select a college arm and ‘would love’ UCLA right-hander Trevor Bauer, according to Jim Callis of Baseball America (on Twitter).
Quick Hits: Skaggs, Maholm, Red Sox, Lamb
2011/06/quick-hits-maholm-red-sox-lamb.htmlListen in as MLBTR’s Tim Dierkes joins Midwest Sports Fans on their MLB Trivia Challenge Podcast. … On this date last year, Armando Galarraga came within one out of a perfect game before a blown call prevented him from making history.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Italy, Wilson, Howard
2011/09/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-italy-wilson-howard.htmlHere's this week's batch of links, starting with a very interesting podcast... … Brotherly Glove wonders what kind of contract Ryan Howard would have received if he was able to become a free agent after the season.
NL East Notes: Nationals, Phillies, Ozzie
2011/10/nl-east-notes-nationals-phillies-ozzie.htmlComparison-wise, it’s him and I right now.” MLBTR's Tim Dierkes discussed a number of Phillies, including Cole Hamels, Ryan Madson, Jimmy Rollins and Hunter Pence, with Nick Mandarano on a recent podcast. … “There’s really nobody else.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Marlins, Phillies, Fielder
2011/11/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-marlins-phillies-fielder.htmlRum Bunter posted a podcast interview with Pirates GM Neal Huntington. … Camden Crazies wrote about Dan Duquette's hiring and what it means for the Orioles.
Quick Hits: Francis, Cespedes, CBA
2012/01/quick-hits-francis-cespedes-cba.htmlMLBTR's Tim Dierkes appeared on Tuesday's BP Podcast with Kevin Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus. … Several general managers of small- and mid-market clubs are concerned the new labor agreement has furthered the divide between baseballs haves and have-nots, writes Buster Olney of ESPN.com.
Latest At RotoAuthority.com
2012/03/latest-at-rotoauthoritycom-3.htmlLast week Steve Adams conducted an online chat at RotoAuthority and appeared on The Fantasy Fix podcast with Brett Talley. … Now is the time for fantasy baseball drafts, and perhaps our fantasy site RotoAuthority.com can you give a few sleeper ideas.
Heyman On Yankees, Garza, Upton, BoSox, Jays
2012/07/heyman-on-yankees-garza-upton-bosox-jays.htmlCBS Sports' Jon Heyman discussed how baseball reporting is evolving in the age of social media and a 24/7 news…… There are no glaring needs on the roster plus the first-place Yankees will get a boost from Brett Gardner's return from the DL.
East Links: Pettitte, Yankees, Upton
2012/11/east-links-pettitte-yankees-upton.htmlRosters and Rumblings, a new podcast featuring MLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts, debuted today. … Check out the inaugural episode for discussion of Evan Longoria’s new deal, Jonathan Broxton’s contract talks with the Reds and B.J.
Quick Hits: Greinke, Brewers, Hanrahan, Hochevar
2012/11/quick-hits-greinke-span-fujikawa-royals.htmlThe second episode of Rosters and Rumblings, the new podcast featuring MLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts, was recorded today. … There are a lot of relievers still out there.
Quick Hits: Simmons, Upton, Braves, Reds, Astros
2012/12/nl-links-simmons-upton-braves-reds.htmlThe third episode of Rosters and Rumblings, the new podcast featuring MLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts, was recorded today. … The Reds have had conversations with the representatives for Victorino and Angel Pagan, GM Walt Jocketty confirmed to John Fay of The Cincinnati Enquirer.
Winter Meetings Review: Day 2
2012/12/winter-meetings-review-day-2-2.htmlBen Nicholson-Smith appeared on the Rosters and Rumblings podcast with Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts to discuss the signings of Dan Haren, Joakim Soria, Angel Pagan and Shane Victorino as well as Mariners rumors and the middle infield market. … Rumors: The Dodgers and Rangers appear to be the final two teams battling it out for Zack Greinke, though one source told Jon Heyman of CBS Sports there's still a third team poking around.
Free Agent Notes: Rafael Soriano, Thome, Lannan
2012/12/free-agent-notes-1.htmlMLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed suitors for Zack Greinke and the developing infield market on the latest Rosters and Rumblings podcast. … The value of a closer, you would have to argue, has historically been more valuable than what you see in mid-level players." Apparently in reference to Tigers' plan to use Bruce Rondon, Boras said, "You can count on one hand the number of closers under the age of 23 that have ever gone to the big leagues and put together 30 saves, let alone pitch in the postseason and be effective." It has actually only happened twice, with Neftali Feliz in 2010 and Huston Street in 2006.
Quick Hits: Soriano, Astros, Dickey, Grilli
2012/12/quick-hits-soriano-astros-dickey-grilli.htmlOn the most recent edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast, MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth…… The Cubs previously shopped Alfonso Soriano to the Astros as a possible DH, but Houston doesn't have enough money even…
Quick Hits: Wright, Red Sox, Dodgers, DeRosa
2012/12/quick-hits-yankees-upton-marcum.htmlOn today’s edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast, Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts and I discussed the Indians-Reds-Diamondbacks trade, the Yankees’ recent signings and the latest rumors. … The money is deferred without interest.
Quick Hits: Mets, Anibal, Brewers, Bourjos
2012/12/quick-hits-anibal-brewers-bourjos-nakajima.htmlDickey trade, the Josh Hamilton signing, the Anibal Sanchez deal and the latest rumors on todays’ edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast. … The Japanese slugger signed with the Athletics earlier today.
Quick Hits: Saunders, Cubs, Soriano, Gonzalez
2012/12/quick-hits-saunders-jackson-mariners-fowler-1.htmlOn today’s edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast, MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Mariners-Angels trade, the Cubs’ new-look rotation, and some recent trade rumors. … The Mariners still have financial flexibility since they should several million dollars in the difference between what Kendrys Morales ($4.8MM)…
Quick Hits: Wells, Kinsler, Phillies, Robertson
2013/01/quick-hits-wells-kinsler-phillies-robertson.htmlMLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Rangers, the Indians and offseason qualifying offers on the latest edition of the Rosters & Rumblings Podcast. … The incentive details of Mike Adams' and John Lannan's contracts with the Phillies are outlined by Matt Gelb of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
NL Central Notes: Ryan Braun, Chris Carpenter, Chat
2013/01/nl-central-notes-ryan-braun-chris-carpenter-chat.html"If I'm healthy and I feel good at the end of the season and I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to have a job, I'll sit down and talk to my wife and kids and see what they want to do." MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Delmon Young signing, the latest rumors and potential surprise teams on this week’s edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast earlier this evening. … I think the more time I've spent there, the more I realize how great a situation it really is." Cardinals right-hander Chris Carpenter enters the 2013 season uncertain of whether this year will mark his final turn as a Major League baseball player, says B.J.
Quick Hits: Diaz, Tatis, Rhodes, Dodgers
2013/01/quick-hits-diaz-tatis-rhodes-dodgers.htmlMLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Braves, the Rays, Shaun Marcum and Alex Rodriguez on the latest edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast. … At least ten teams (including the Cardinals, Twins and Athletics) are known to be interested in Diaz, though Major League Baseball is is investigating whether Diaz is younger than his alleged age of 23 years old.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Johnson, Yankees, Indians
2013/02/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-21.htmlBaltimore Sports And Life discusses the value of the O's first round pick in this week's podcast. … The second baseman had played with Steve Garvey, Ron Cey, and Bill Russell in Los Angeles since 1974.