Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Harvey, Perkins, Brown, A’s
2013/07/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-13.htmlMLB Reports says Chris Davis and Manny Machado are poised for a big second half.
AL East Links: Henry, Ellsbury, Davis, Bickford
2013/07/al-east-links-henry-ellsbury-davis-bickford.htmlA multiyear deal for Davis wouldn't be a surprise this winter, though the O's can probably wait for a year or two to explore an extension for Machado.
Beltway Links: Machado, Feldman, Haren, Knorr
2013/09/beltway-links-machado-feldman-haren-knorr.htmlThe Orioles' playoff hopes are hanging by a thread after taking a four-game sweep in Tampa Bay but the greater…… In the seventh inning of Monday's 5-4 loss, Machado was running to first on an infield hit and suffered an…
AL East Notes: Machado, Salty, Melky, O’Day, Roberts
2013/09/al-east-notes-machado-salty-melky-oday-roberts.htmlOrioles fans and fans all around the game were disheartened to see what looked to be a severe knee injury for ultra-talented third baseman Manny Machado in yesterday's loss to the Rays.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Donaldson, Balentien, Pence
2013/09/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-donaldson-balentien-pence.htmlCamden Depot gets into Manny Machado's knee injury.
Manny Machado To Have Surgery, Rehab 4-6 Months
2013/10/manny-machado-to-have-surgery-rehab-4-6-months.htmlAfter suffering an ugly-looking knee injury late this year, Orioles star youngster Manny Machado has decided to undergo surgery to repair the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) of his left knee, the team announced.
AL Notes: Piniella, Rangers, Yankees, Hardy, Flaherty
2013/10/al-notes-piniella-rangers-yankees-hardy-flaherty.htmlFor the AL East-rival Orioles, Manny Machado's just-announced surgery could provide additional impetus for an extension of shortstop J.J.
Quick Hits: Cubs, Piniella, Orioles, Beltran, Scherzer
2013/10/cubs-prospectalbert-almora-declared-12-years-ago-his-intention-to-become-a-major-league-starcolleen-kane-of-the-chicago-trib.htmlEncina of The Baltimore Sun has more on Manny Machado's upcoming knee surgery, reporting that the Orioles initially hoped to rehab the…
Orioles Notes: Wieters, Machado, Hammel, Valencia
2013/10/orioles-notes-wieters-machado-hammel-valencia.htmlDan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports that Manny Machado's surgery to repair the medial patellofemoral ligament in his left knee will take place today.
Orioles Notes: Machado, Davis, Wieters, Reimold
2013/10/orioles-notes-machado-payroll-davis-wieters.htmlSome notes out of Baltimore: The O's announced that Manny Machado's sscheduled surgery was successful.
Offseason Outlook: Baltimore Orioles
2013/10/offseason-outlook-baltimore-orioles.htmlWhile the O's are fortunate to have such key players as Tillman and Manny Machado still on their pre-arb contracts, they could still end up spending $100MM-$110MM essentially to bring back last year's roster.
East Notes: Napoli, Phillies, Marlins, Anthopoulos
2013/11/east-notes-napoli-phillies-stanton-anthopoulos.htmlHardy, MASNsports.com's Steve Melewski argues, since Hardy's importance to the O's is even greater in the wake of Manny Machado's injury.
Rosenthal’s Latest: Rangers, Vargas, O’s, Scherzer
2013/11/rosenthals-latest-2.htmlThough Rosenthal writes that the Orioles' front office eventually aims to move Manny Machado to shortstop, it also views Hardy, who becomes a free agent after next season, as critical to the club.
Free Agent Profile: Juan Uribe
2013/11/free-agent-profile-juan-uribe.htmlOnly four other players exceeded 30 this year, and their defensive excellence is uncontested: Shane Victorino, Juan Lagares, Gerardo Parra, and Manny Machado.
Orioles Notes: Beltran, Wieters, Hardy, Markakis
2013/11/orioles-notes-beltran-wieters-hardy-markakis.htmlAs he points out, Adam Jones' salary will continue to rise over the course of his contract, and they'll need to see if it's possible to extend Chris Davis and Manny Machado in the near future.
Orioles Notes: McLouth, Free Agents, Wieters, Hardy
2013/11/orioles-notes-mclouth-free-agents-wieters-hardy.htmlAs she explains, dealing Hardy opens up a hole in the lineup even if Manny Machado is shifted to short, since then the team would have no obvious choice to man the hot corner.
Orioles Interested In Jhonny Peralta As Left Fielder
2013/11/orioles-interested-in-jhonny-peralta-as-left-fielder.htmlHardy is a free agent after the 2014 campaign, so Baltimore could use Manny Machado at third or short and Peralta at the other position in 2015 and beyond.
Tigers Designate Dixon Machado For Assignment
2013/12/tigers-designate-dixon-machado-for-assignment.htmlThe Tigers announced that they've designated infielder Dixon Machado for assignment in order to clear a 40-man roster spot for Joe Nathan.
Week In Review: 12/1/13 – 12/7/13
2013/12/week-in-review-12113-12713.htmlThe Tigers designated infielder Dixon Machado for assignment.
Red Sox Designate Alex Castellanos
2013/12/red-sox-designate-alex-castellanos.htmlAccording to MLBTR's DFA Tracker, Castellanos is one of five players currently residing in "DFA limbo," along with the Nationals' Corey Brown, the Twins' Liam Hendriks, and the Tigers' Dixon Machado and Luis Marte.
Minor Moves: Asencio, Bocock, Ely, Martinez, Blanco
2013/12/minor-moves-kalish-baker-machado.htmlThe Tigers outrighted infielder Dixon Machado to Triple-A Toledo, according to an MILB.com release.
Week In Review: 12/8/13 – 12/14/13
2013/12/week-in-review-12813-121413.htmlThe Tigers outrighted infielder Dixon Machado.
Quick Hits: Valencia, Giants, Braves, Crain, Jays
2013/12/quick-hits-valencia-giants-braves.htmlDealing Valencia could free a 40-man slot for a new addition, though he had figured to provide some insurance as Manny Machado recovers from knee surgery.
Orioles Notes: Rodney, Balfour, Lough
2013/12/orioles-notes-rodney-balfour-lough.htmlThe Orioles are at the top of the heap thanks in part to third baseman Manny Machado, who is "the best at his position, and it’s not close," according to one talent evaluator.
Extension Candidates
2014/01/extension-season-begins-soon.htmlPollock Dodgers (2-7-12): Clayton Kershaw, Kenley Jansen Giants (3-29-13): Brandon Belt, Pablo Sandoval Indians (2-7-13): Justin Masterson, Jason Kipnis, Corey Kluber Mariners (1-5-11): Kyle Seager Marlins (12-19-10): Giancarlo Stanton, Steve Cishek, Jose Fernandez Mets (4-4-12): Dillon Gee, Daniel Murphy, Bobby Parnell Nationals (1-18-13): Jordan Zimmermann, Ian Desmond, Doug Fister, Stephen Strasburg, Tyler Clippard, Wilson Ramos, Bryce Harper Orioles (2-9-13): Chris Davis, Tommy Hunter, Matt Wieters, Manny Machado, Chris Tillman Padres (9-5-12): Andrew Cashner, Chase Headley, Ian Kennedy, Everth Cabrera, Tyson Ross, Eric Stults, Jedd Gyorko Phillies (2-19-12): Kyle Kendrick, Ben Revere, Domonic Brown Pirates (12-11-13): Neil Walker, Pedro Alvarez, Mark Melancon, Gerrit Cole, Starling Marte Rangers (11-7-13): Jurickson Profar Rays (12-3-13): David Price, Jeremy Hellickson, Alex Cobb, Chris Archer, Wil Myers, Desmond Jennings Red Sox (1-19-13): Junichi Tazawa, Xander Bogaerts Reds (2-12-13): Homer Bailey, Aroldis Chapman, Mike Leake, Todd Frazier Rockies (2-11-13): Nolan Arenado, Wilin Rosario, Tyler Chatwood, Rex Brothers Royals (3-30-12): Greg Holland, Eric Hosmer, Luke Hochevar, Lorenzo Cain Tigers (1-12-11): Max Scherzer, Rick Porcello, Austin Jackson Twins (12-6-12): No likely candidates White Sox (3-7-13): Jose Quintana Yankees (2-1-08): Ivan Nova, David Robertson, Brett Gardner With over 100 extension candidates listed, obviously I have taken an inclusive approach.