Jose Abreu’s Slow Start In Houston
2023/05/jose-abreus-slow-start-in-houston.htmlThe defending champions are tied for 12th in runs, 15th in OBP, and 22nd in slugging as a team. … Gurriel had a good postseason but the Astros nevertheless let him depart to the Marlins on a minor league contract over the winter in recognition of the middling power and dearth of walks.
Rhys Hoskins Diagnosed With Torn ACL, Will Undergo Surgery
2023/03/rhys-hoskins-diagnosed-with-torn-acl-will-undergo-surgery.htmlHoskins had been set to occupy his typical middle-of-the-order lineup spot for the defending National League champions. … The Brewers may wind up having to decide between minor league signee Luke Voit and the out-of-options Keston Hiura.
Offseason Outlook: Atlanta Braves
2022/11/offseason-outlook-atlanta-braves-11.htmlThe Braves' efforts to repeat as World Series champions fell short with a four-game Division Series loss to the Phillies. … Like Freeman, Swanson has played his entire big league career in Atlanta (although he was originally drafted by the Diamondbacks).
Anthony Alford Signs With KBO’s KT Wiz
2022/05/anthony-alford-signs-with-kbos-kt-wiz.htmlThe defending KBO champions, the Wiz have started this season just 20-25. … Alford appeared among Baseball America's top 100 prospects each year from 2016-18 and reached the big leagues in 2017, but he never carved out a permanent role.
Cafardo’s Latest: CBA, BoSox, Bautista, Votto, Tigers, Yanks, Hoyer
2016/11/cafardos-latest-cba-bosox-bautista-votto-tigers-yanks-hoyer.htmlHaving signed a five-year extension in September, Cubs GM Jed Hoyer is clearly content as a prominent member of the World Series champions' front office. … If the 36-year-old doesn't end up rejoining them in Boston, the Rangers, Astros, Orioles, Cardinals, Giants and Braves are also possibilities (the DH-less National League doesn't seem ideal, though).
Haudricourt On: Hall, Pitching, Cain
2009/08/haudricourt-on-hall-pitching-cain.htmlHe quotes Cliff Lee: "I'll miss the guys, but this is an opportunity to help a first-place team and the defending world champions. … It's not fair to blame the Brewers' lack of minor league pitching depth on injuries to first round picks such as Mike Jones and Mark Rogers.
Offseason Outlook: Texas Rangers
2011/11/offseason-outlook-texas-rangers-3.htmlThe two-time defending American League champions will focus on acquiring pitching this offseason. … Only four American League teams allowed fewer runs than the Rangers, but with their top starter on the brink of free agency, they'll likely search for rotation depth this offseason.
Attanasio: Brewers Have ‘Buyer’s Mindset’
2012/05/attanasio-brewers-have-buyers-mindset.htmlThe Brewers may sit in fifth place with a 22-28 record, but the principal owner of the defending National League Central champions doesn’t anticipate selling off talent at this summer’s trade deadline. … They would surely draw interest if Attanasio and president of baseball operations Doug Melvin make them available