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Archive for the ‘Stats and Analysis’ Category

May 29th, 2008

Rookie Jay Bruce Video - Bruce Hot Debut

Jay Bruce couldn’t have planned a much better debut. The rookie outfielder on the Cincinnati Reds was extremely impressive in his first game in the big leagues. Watch the Jay Bruce video below to get even more coverage of Bruce’s debut.
In his first game, Bruce went 3-for-3 with two walks, two runs and […]

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May 24th, 2008

Chase Utley Video - Pregame Routine and Preparation

If you watch Chase Utley of the Philadelphia Phillies hit, you’d think he’s an effortless pure hitter who could hit coming out of the womb. However, if you watch his pregame routine and preparation, you’d begin to understand the hard work Utley has put into becoming one of the best hitters in the game.
The […]

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May 18th, 2008

Hank Blalock Moving to First Base

Hank Blalock of the Texas Rangers is going to move to first base after he gets off the DL. Blalock, who has nearly 700 career games at third base, will make the switch over to first base in a move aimed at helping the Rangers become a better team.
The Rangers began the season with […]

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May 17th, 2008

Is Josh Hamilton the Best Hitter in Baseball?

Josh Hamilton has quickly gone from feel-good story to flat out stud. The Texas Rangers star outfielder might not be the best hitter in baseball but he’s no doubt the hottest hitter in the game. On Friday, Hamilton once again proved how hot he is by going for five hits in five at […]

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May 12th, 2008

Injury Update - New York Yankees

Alex Rodriguez
Suffering from a strained quadriceps, Alex Rodriguez has begun has rehab. Rodriguez, who hasn’t played a game in May, is currently rehabbing in Tampa, Florida. He’s taking batting practice, fielding grounders and doing a little bit of running. Rodriguez isn’t expected back this week but could be back the following week.
Jorge […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 1 comment

May 11th, 2008

Richie Sexson Gets Five Game Suspension

After Richie Sexson charged the mound, threw his helmet and instigated a brawl for no apparent reason, his punishment is a five-game suspension. He originally got six games but appealed and got one game taken off of the total. If you haven’t seen the video, check Richie Sexson brawl video.
Considering that Sexson throwing […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 1 comment

May 11th, 2008

Marlins Give Hanley Ramirez a $70 Million Extension

The Florida Marlins run a bargain basement operation. With a total team payroll less than what Alex Rodriguez will make this year with the New York Yankees, it’s a bit surprising to hear the news that the Marlins and Hanley Ramirez have agreed a six-year, $70M extension.
Then again, if there is anyone in the […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

May 10th, 2008

Jonathan Papelbon - Second Straight Blown Save - Red Sox Fans Worry?

Jonathan Papelbon has appeared in less than 150 games as a relief pitcher but he has quickly become one of the best closers in the game of baseball. When Papelbon takes the mound, he oftentimes makes opposing hitters look hopeless.

However, for the second straight game, the right-hander out of Mississippi State has blown a […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 2 comments

May 8th, 2008

Hottest Hitting Outfielders in 2008

Josh Hamilton, Texas Rangers
The Rangers acquired Josh Hamilton in the offseason from the Cincinnati Reds. Hamilton has been everything the Rangers could have hoped – and more. He’s currently hitting .290 with seven homers and 36 RBIs.

Pat Burrell, Philadelphia Phillies
Pat Burrell has always had a lot of potential. This season, he might […]

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May 6th, 2008

Barry Zito Back in Rotation for Giants

Well, Barry Zito’s demotion didn’t last too long. About a week ago, the San Francisco Giants announced that Zito would be moving to the bullpen in an effort to increase his effectiveness.

Today, before Zito ever made an appearance out of the bullpen, it was announced that he’d return to the starting rotation. The […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 2 comments

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