Heading into tonight's game against the Mariners, Ranger teammates Ian Kinsler and Nelson Cruz each had a three-game homer streak to start the season.
Although Kinsler did not hit a home run tonight, Cruz did.
That means that Cruz joins Willie Mays and Mark McGwire as the only players in baseball history to begin a season with a home run in each of the first four games.
Last year, Cruz started hot as well as he hit a home run in four of his first five games to start the season.
Of course, the end of the season is more important than the start of the season for Cruz, who has missed a combined 88 games in the past two seasons.
Over the past two seasons, however, Cruz still managed to belt 55 home runs and steal 37 bases, which would be a 162-game pace of 37-25 as I noted in my fantasy outfielder rankings.
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Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Sunday Night Links
Cleveland's Grady Sizemore was a scratch from Sunday's game with back stiffness. And he might miss Monday's home opener.
Indians prospect Carlos Santana hit his fourth home run for Triple-A Columbus already.
To make room for Gil Meche's return, the Royals have sent Mike Aviles down to Triple-A Omaha.
Phillies ace Roy Halladay threw his first N.L. complete game as the Astros dropped to 0-6, which is their worst start since 1983.
The Mets called up Raul Valdes to fill in for Sean Green, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list (DL).
It doesn't look like Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler will return from the DL before the Red Sox series that begins on April 20th.
Mets manager Jerry Manuel said about today's performance, “We appeared unprepared. And I have to take responsibility for that.”
Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez says of the team's defense, "We need to tighten up."
Boston's Mike Lowell is considering retirement when his three-year contract expires at the end of the season.
"I have a really good friendship with Mark McGwire. I'm proud of him," Bonds said Sunday, per the Associated Press. "We've had a great relationship throughout our entire lives and throughout our career. I'm proud of what he did. I'm happy for him."
Pittsburgh manager John Russell moved Garrett Jones to the cleanup spot while moving Lastings Milledge to third (from fifth).
In today's fourth inning against the Diamondbacks, the Pirates tied a franchise record by allowing 13 runs.
Part of the 13-run outburst came from pitcher Edwin Jackson's first career home run.
Through two starts, Tigers ace Justin Verlander has an ERA of 9.00.
The earliest return (barring setbacks) for Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly is April 24th, per Gordon Wittenmeyer of the Chicago Sun-Times.
John Hester will back up D'Backs catcher Chris Snyder, who will replace the injured Miguel Montero.
In his pro debut for Triple-A Louisville, Reds pitcher Aroldis Chapman hit triple digits on the radar gun three times.
The Angels lead the majors in home runs allowed so far this season.
Shameless plug(s) of the day: Check out my latest post at The Daily Blitz and my latest post at FootBaltimore.com.
Indians prospect Carlos Santana hit his fourth home run for Triple-A Columbus already.
To make room for Gil Meche's return, the Royals have sent Mike Aviles down to Triple-A Omaha.
Phillies ace Roy Halladay threw his first N.L. complete game as the Astros dropped to 0-6, which is their worst start since 1983.
The Mets called up Raul Valdes to fill in for Sean Green, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list (DL).
It doesn't look like Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler will return from the DL before the Red Sox series that begins on April 20th.
Mets manager Jerry Manuel said about today's performance, “We appeared unprepared. And I have to take responsibility for that.”
Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez says of the team's defense, "We need to tighten up."
Boston's Mike Lowell is considering retirement when his three-year contract expires at the end of the season.
"I have a really good friendship with Mark McGwire. I'm proud of him," Bonds said Sunday, per the Associated Press. "We've had a great relationship throughout our entire lives and throughout our career. I'm proud of what he did. I'm happy for him."
Pittsburgh manager John Russell moved Garrett Jones to the cleanup spot while moving Lastings Milledge to third (from fifth).
In today's fourth inning against the Diamondbacks, the Pirates tied a franchise record by allowing 13 runs.
Part of the 13-run outburst came from pitcher Edwin Jackson's first career home run.
Through two starts, Tigers ace Justin Verlander has an ERA of 9.00.
The earliest return (barring setbacks) for Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly is April 24th, per Gordon Wittenmeyer of the Chicago Sun-Times.
John Hester will back up D'Backs catcher Chris Snyder, who will replace the injured Miguel Montero.
In his pro debut for Triple-A Louisville, Reds pitcher Aroldis Chapman hit triple digits on the radar gun three times.
The Angels lead the majors in home runs allowed so far this season.
Shameless plug(s) of the day: Check out my latest post at The Daily Blitz and my latest post at FootBaltimore.com.
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