Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis has a furry fan.
Reds manager Dusty Baker will try to get Willy Taveras back this weekend against the Cubs. Taveras has a sore hamstring.
Angels pitcher Jered Weaver struck out 10 Blue Jays' batters tonight.
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen says of move to play Dewayne Wise over Brian Anderson: "If they don't like it, it's not my problem."
Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira was a scratch from Wednesday's lineup and Chien-Ming Wang will get the start Thursday.
Mets demote J.J. Putz from set-up role, which now belongs to Bobby Parnell.
Rays third baseman Evan Longoria is day-to-day due to hamstring.
Orioles catcher Chad Moeller cleared waivers and will report to Triple-A Norfolk on Friday.
Red Sox shortstop Jed Lowrie, who is still a few weeks away from returning, hopes to take BP this weekend.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
The Hot Corner, 6/3 edition
Washington Nationals catcher Jesus Flores may miss the remainder of the season with a stress fracture in his right shoulder.
Mets 20-year-old outfielder Fernando Martinez might stay at the major-league level longer than expected.
Mets' ace Johan Santana now has three losses on the season as the Mets loss to the Pirates 3-1. This time he gave up an earned run. Actually, three of them.
John Harper of the NY Daily News says that the "unexpected fire" of Mark Teixeira is just what the Yankees need.
Jays ace Roy Halladay struck out 14 batters to earn his ninth win in a 6-4 complete-game win over the Angels.
Red Sox manager Terry Francona got his 500th win with the Sox.
That win ended Tigers rookie Rick Porcello's five-game winning streak.
Phillies rookie Antonio Bastardo got his first career win as the Phillies beat the Padres 10-5. Bastardo allowed only one run in six innings.
Giants pitcher Randy Johnson goes for his 300th win tonight.
Mariners pitcher Erik Bedard pitched a gem against his former team.
Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki extended his hit streak to 26 games, which is a franchise record.
Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton could miss "months" with a right abdominal strain. "Worst case is surgery, and there wasn’t an immediate diagnosis of that," [assistant GM Thad] Levine said. "The week or two will probably reveal a lot. In a week or two he could show significant improvement, so I think there’s a chance the DL stint will be exactly what he needs."
Reds pitcher Edison Volquez was placed on the DL, but manager Dusty Baker said: "It's the best news it could be for bad news because there is nothing structurally wrong, nothing in the joint."
Mets 20-year-old outfielder Fernando Martinez might stay at the major-league level longer than expected.
Mets' ace Johan Santana now has three losses on the season as the Mets loss to the Pirates 3-1. This time he gave up an earned run. Actually, three of them.
John Harper of the NY Daily News says that the "unexpected fire" of Mark Teixeira is just what the Yankees need.
Jays ace Roy Halladay struck out 14 batters to earn his ninth win in a 6-4 complete-game win over the Angels.
Red Sox manager Terry Francona got his 500th win with the Sox.
That win ended Tigers rookie Rick Porcello's five-game winning streak.
Phillies rookie Antonio Bastardo got his first career win as the Phillies beat the Padres 10-5. Bastardo allowed only one run in six innings.
Giants pitcher Randy Johnson goes for his 300th win tonight.
Mariners pitcher Erik Bedard pitched a gem against his former team.
Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki extended his hit streak to 26 games, which is a franchise record.
Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton could miss "months" with a right abdominal strain. "Worst case is surgery, and there wasn’t an immediate diagnosis of that," [assistant GM Thad] Levine said. "The week or two will probably reveal a lot. In a week or two he could show significant improvement, so I think there’s a chance the DL stint will be exactly what he needs."
Reds pitcher Edison Volquez was placed on the DL, but manager Dusty Baker said: "It's the best news it could be for bad news because there is nothing structurally wrong, nothing in the joint."
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Grady Sizemore placed on the DL
The Cleveland Indians have placed Grady Sizemore on the 15-day disabled list.
The culprit is inflammation in his left elbow.
Sizemore, the team's center fielder, has been used as the Indians DH in nine of the 12 previous games in which he has played.
Chris Gimenez of Triple-A affiliate Columbus has been called up to take Sizemore's roster spot.
Gimenez can play a variety of positions including the outfield and catcher. In the minors, he has played 24 games as catcher, 11 as left fielder and three as first baseman this season.
Indians catcher Victor Martinez was out of the lineup today against the Yankees and he left yesterday's game in the first inning after fouling a pitch off his knee.
On the season, Sizemore was hitting .223 with nine home runs and 31 RBI in 49 games.
The culprit is inflammation in his left elbow.
Sizemore, the team's center fielder, has been used as the Indians DH in nine of the 12 previous games in which he has played.
Chris Gimenez of Triple-A affiliate Columbus has been called up to take Sizemore's roster spot.
Gimenez can play a variety of positions including the outfield and catcher. In the minors, he has played 24 games as catcher, 11 as left fielder and three as first baseman this season.
Indians catcher Victor Martinez was out of the lineup today against the Yankees and he left yesterday's game in the first inning after fouling a pitch off his knee.
On the season, Sizemore was hitting .223 with nine home runs and 31 RBI in 49 games.
The Hot Corner, 5/31 edition
Ichiro has a 23-game hitting streak, which two shy of his franchise record 25-game streak.
The Tampa Bay Rays have called up Matt Joyce. In turn, they sent pitcher Dale Thayer down to Triple-A Durham.
Brewers reliever David Riske, who will see specialist Lewis Yocum on Monday, may need "Tommy John" surgery.
Marlins pitcher Josh Johnson is now 6-0 all-time against the Mets.
Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios had four hits against the Red Sox.
Tigers pitchers Justin Verlander and Rick Porcello each finished May 5-0 and have become the first pair of Tigers pitchers since 2000 to each win five games in the same calendar month.
Red Sox outfielder Rocco Baldelli left Saturday's game against the Blue Jays in the fifth inning after slamming into the wall and injuring his knee.
The Diamondbacks placed Chad Tracy on the 15-day disabled list.
The Reds placed Joey Votto on the 15-day disabled list.
Yesterday, Mets outfielder Fernando Martinez got the first two hits of his career.
Mets pitcher Oliver Perez had an MRI yesterday that revealed tendinitis in his knee. His start for Triple-A Buffalo has been canceled for today. "He's not going to get out pitching rehab games until we feel everything is OK with the knee," [Mets GM Omar] Minaya said.
Despite back problems in his last start, Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte says he'll make his next start.
Randy Galloway of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram says Tom Hicks departure as majority owner of the Rangers could also mean the departure of Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan.
Rockies new manager Jim Tracy said of Tony Gwynn Jr.: “The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. I've seen that swing before somewhere.”
Mike Serby of the New York Post would put Gary Sheffield and Johan Santana on his All-Gangster team.
The Nationals have demoted Justin Maxwell, sending him back to Triple-A Syracuse, and recalled infielder Alberto Gonzalez.
Blue Jays pitcher Brian Tallet threw 59 pitches in the first two innings yesterday, but "then all of a sudden he got his control back and started to make some pitches," manager Cito Gaston said, according to the Toronto Star.
Despite leaving the Giants game trailing, Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter got the win yesterday. He now has eight wins on the season.
The Giants are considering keeping Pablo Sandoval at first even after his elbow is better.
Marlins moved Chris Coghlan to leadoff and he saw 32 pitches from Mets' pitchers.
Phillies have called up Antonio Bastardo and he will start Tuesday against the Padres.
Travis Buck was shocked to be placed on the DL by the A's: "I came to the ballpark fully expecting to play, and I was kind of shocked they put me on the DL."
The Tampa Bay Rays have called up Matt Joyce. In turn, they sent pitcher Dale Thayer down to Triple-A Durham.
Brewers reliever David Riske, who will see specialist Lewis Yocum on Monday, may need "Tommy John" surgery.
Marlins pitcher Josh Johnson is now 6-0 all-time against the Mets.
Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios had four hits against the Red Sox.
Tigers pitchers Justin Verlander and Rick Porcello each finished May 5-0 and have become the first pair of Tigers pitchers since 2000 to each win five games in the same calendar month.
Red Sox outfielder Rocco Baldelli left Saturday's game against the Blue Jays in the fifth inning after slamming into the wall and injuring his knee.
The Diamondbacks placed Chad Tracy on the 15-day disabled list.
The Reds placed Joey Votto on the 15-day disabled list.
Yesterday, Mets outfielder Fernando Martinez got the first two hits of his career.
Mets pitcher Oliver Perez had an MRI yesterday that revealed tendinitis in his knee. His start for Triple-A Buffalo has been canceled for today. "He's not going to get out pitching rehab games until we feel everything is OK with the knee," [Mets GM Omar] Minaya said.
Despite back problems in his last start, Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte says he'll make his next start.
Randy Galloway of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram says Tom Hicks departure as majority owner of the Rangers could also mean the departure of Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan.
Rockies new manager Jim Tracy said of Tony Gwynn Jr.: “The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. I've seen that swing before somewhere.”
Mike Serby of the New York Post would put Gary Sheffield and Johan Santana on his All-Gangster team.
The Nationals have demoted Justin Maxwell, sending him back to Triple-A Syracuse, and recalled infielder Alberto Gonzalez.
Blue Jays pitcher Brian Tallet threw 59 pitches in the first two innings yesterday, but "then all of a sudden he got his control back and started to make some pitches," manager Cito Gaston said, according to the Toronto Star.
Despite leaving the Giants game trailing, Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter got the win yesterday. He now has eight wins on the season.
The Giants are considering keeping Pablo Sandoval at first even after his elbow is better.
Marlins moved Chris Coghlan to leadoff and he saw 32 pitches from Mets' pitchers.
Phillies have called up Antonio Bastardo and he will start Tuesday against the Padres.
Travis Buck was shocked to be placed on the DL by the A's: "I came to the ballpark fully expecting to play, and I was kind of shocked they put me on the DL."
Saturday, May 30, 2009
The Hot Corner, 5/30 edition
Florida Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez returned to the lineup today and had two hits in the win against the New York Mets.
Mets starter Tim Redding may not be in the Mets' rotation for much longer after another poor performance. His ERA now is 9.20.
David Lennon of Newsday was confused by Mets manager Jerry Manuel's decisions not pull Fernando Martinez for not running out a pop-out and to sit David Murphy following a five-RBI game.
Dwight "Doc" Gooden is opening a baseball academy in New Jersey.
The Mets traded Ramon Castro to the White Sox for right-handed pitcher Lance Broadway, who will report to Triple-A Buffalo.
Are the Yankees and Red Sox targeting the same prospect - David Renfro, who also is considering accepting a scholarship to Mississippi?
Due to his social anxiety disorder, Khalil Greene was placed on the disabled list by the St. Louis Cardinals, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
After electing to have hip surgery, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Brett Myers will likely miss the remainder of the 2009 season.
Kansas City Royals closer Joakim Soria may be activated from the DL without a stint at Triple-A Omaha.
Reds manager Dusty Baker said of his team: "We have guys who get along, no jealousies, and they like playing together. They are highly competitive against the other team and highly competitive with each other and with no jealousy."
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Ryan Doumit is still three weeks away from returning.
The plantar fasciitis in his left foot has landed White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 26th.
Bobby Crosby says of playing all four infield positions for the A's: "It is interesting coming to the park and not knowing where I'm going to play. At the same time, it would be more fun knowing you have one spot and working on that one spot. It is a challenge, which is always good."
Cubs outfielder Alfonso Soriano is dealing with a sore left knee, but he "can still play."
Astros closer Jose Valverde rejoined the team on Friday. “Next week I’m going to throw bullpens and then live batting practice. Then the week after that I’ll go to Round Rock or Double-A. That’s what I’m expecting.”
The Minnesota Twins have placed shortstop Nick Punto on the 15-day DL with a right groin strain.
Reigning A.L. MVP Dustin Pedroia hasn't homered since Opening Day.
Until Aramis Ramirez returns, the Cubs will play Mike Fontenot at third.
According to Marc Carig of the Newark Star-Ledger, Yankees starter Andy Pettitte will do a limited program to get ready for his next start after having back issues last night.
A tight hamstring kept Dodgers third baseman Casey Blake out of the lineup on Saturday.
Mets starter Tim Redding may not be in the Mets' rotation for much longer after another poor performance. His ERA now is 9.20.
David Lennon of Newsday was confused by Mets manager Jerry Manuel's decisions not pull Fernando Martinez for not running out a pop-out and to sit David Murphy following a five-RBI game.
Dwight "Doc" Gooden is opening a baseball academy in New Jersey.
The Mets traded Ramon Castro to the White Sox for right-handed pitcher Lance Broadway, who will report to Triple-A Buffalo.
Are the Yankees and Red Sox targeting the same prospect - David Renfro, who also is considering accepting a scholarship to Mississippi?
Due to his social anxiety disorder, Khalil Greene was placed on the disabled list by the St. Louis Cardinals, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
After electing to have hip surgery, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Brett Myers will likely miss the remainder of the 2009 season.
Kansas City Royals closer Joakim Soria may be activated from the DL without a stint at Triple-A Omaha.
Reds manager Dusty Baker said of his team: "We have guys who get along, no jealousies, and they like playing together. They are highly competitive against the other team and highly competitive with each other and with no jealousy."
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Ryan Doumit is still three weeks away from returning.
The plantar fasciitis in his left foot has landed White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 26th.
Bobby Crosby says of playing all four infield positions for the A's: "It is interesting coming to the park and not knowing where I'm going to play. At the same time, it would be more fun knowing you have one spot and working on that one spot. It is a challenge, which is always good."
Cubs outfielder Alfonso Soriano is dealing with a sore left knee, but he "can still play."
Astros closer Jose Valverde rejoined the team on Friday. “Next week I’m going to throw bullpens and then live batting practice. Then the week after that I’ll go to Round Rock or Double-A. That’s what I’m expecting.”
The Minnesota Twins have placed shortstop Nick Punto on the 15-day DL with a right groin strain.
Reigning A.L. MVP Dustin Pedroia hasn't homered since Opening Day.
Until Aramis Ramirez returns, the Cubs will play Mike Fontenot at third.
According to Marc Carig of the Newark Star-Ledger, Yankees starter Andy Pettitte will do a limited program to get ready for his next start after having back issues last night.
A tight hamstring kept Dodgers third baseman Casey Blake out of the lineup on Saturday.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Matt Wieters called up
The (long) wait is over.
The Baltimore Orioles have called up Matt Wieters, who is batting seventh in tonight's lineup and playing catcher.
"I've dreamed about making my debut ever since I was little," Wieters said. "It's going to be fun, especially once I get to actually play in a game."
To make room for the rookie, the O's designated Chad Moeller for assignment.
Wieters, who has been described as "Joe Mauer with power," says the hype and attention hasn't worn him out already. Teammate Adam Jones joked to "put him in the Hall of Fame."
"No, I am actually pretty excited to get playing tonight," said Wieters. "Having the past two days off to sit back and think about it, it's exciting to get in this clubhouse and get to see some of the guys that I haven't seen since spring training, or even some of the guys you just saw a couple days ago. It's a new team, but it's a bunch of familiar faces."
In his first three at bats, Wieters is 0-for-3 after flying out once and grounding out twice. In other words, as Jones said, "don't make him a Hall of Famer before he is one. Let him play his first game before all that."
The Baltimore Orioles have called up Matt Wieters, who is batting seventh in tonight's lineup and playing catcher.
"I've dreamed about making my debut ever since I was little," Wieters said. "It's going to be fun, especially once I get to actually play in a game."
To make room for the rookie, the O's designated Chad Moeller for assignment.
Wieters, who has been described as "Joe Mauer with power," says the hype and attention hasn't worn him out already. Teammate Adam Jones joked to "put him in the Hall of Fame."
"No, I am actually pretty excited to get playing tonight," said Wieters. "Having the past two days off to sit back and think about it, it's exciting to get in this clubhouse and get to see some of the guys that I haven't seen since spring training, or even some of the guys you just saw a couple days ago. It's a new team, but it's a bunch of familiar faces."
In his first three at bats, Wieters is 0-for-3 after flying out once and grounding out twice. In other words, as Jones said, "don't make him a Hall of Famer before he is one. Let him play his first game before all that."
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Carlos Zambrano ejected from today's game
Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano was ejected from today's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates after he argued a call at the plate and bumped umpire Mark Carlson.
After getting ejected, Zambrano "ejected" Carlson, threw the ball in the stands and then took his frustrations out against the Gatorade machine with a baseball bat.
I'm no marketing genius (heck, I'm no any kind of genius), but perhaps PowerAde should contact Big Z about a marketing deal?
Maybe it'll help offset the lost wages from the fine and suspension that is soon to follow...
After getting ejected, Zambrano "ejected" Carlson, threw the ball in the stands and then took his frustrations out against the Gatorade machine with a baseball bat.
I'm no marketing genius (heck, I'm no any kind of genius), but perhaps PowerAde should contact Big Z about a marketing deal?
Maybe it'll help offset the lost wages from the fine and suspension that is soon to follow...
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
The Hot Corner, 5/26 edition
Marlins shortstop left tonight's game in the third inning with a "tight right groin."
The Mets have placed Jose Reyes and Ryan Church on the 15-day disabled list. In addition, they have called up top prospect Fernando Martinez.
The Orioles will call up catcher Matt Wieters on Friday.
White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin is heading back to Chicago and could be out until Monday.
Red Sox manager Terry Francona, who dropped Big Papi from third to sixth in the order, says: "The goal is not, like tomorrow, to get him back to number 3. I actually think, when he's swinging the bat, and he's hitting third, that we're a better team. All things being equal, I think we're a better team. They're not equal right now."
The Rays have placed SS Jason Bartlett on the 15-day disabled list.
The Rays didn't activate Pat Burrell today and will wait, at least, until the weekend to do so.
"I just think he wasn't totally forthright," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said about Brian Bruney coming back too soon. [Bruney was placed back on the DL yesterday.]
The Rockies didn't start outfielder Brad Hawpe tonight with strained groin.
Orioles outfielder Nick Markakis has launched The Right Side Foundation, a non-profit charity for distressed and disadvantaged youth throughout Maryland.
The Blue Jays benched Alex Rios, but manager Cito Gaston said "it's just a day off."
Brandon Phillips, who said "I don’t what the pills are, but they’re helping," says his thumb is getting better.
The Mets have placed Jose Reyes and Ryan Church on the 15-day disabled list. In addition, they have called up top prospect Fernando Martinez.
The Orioles will call up catcher Matt Wieters on Friday.
White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin is heading back to Chicago and could be out until Monday.
Red Sox manager Terry Francona, who dropped Big Papi from third to sixth in the order, says: "The goal is not, like tomorrow, to get him back to number 3. I actually think, when he's swinging the bat, and he's hitting third, that we're a better team. All things being equal, I think we're a better team. They're not equal right now."
The Rays have placed SS Jason Bartlett on the 15-day disabled list.
The Rays didn't activate Pat Burrell today and will wait, at least, until the weekend to do so.
"I just think he wasn't totally forthright," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said about Brian Bruney coming back too soon. [Bruney was placed back on the DL yesterday.]
The Rockies didn't start outfielder Brad Hawpe tonight with strained groin.
Orioles outfielder Nick Markakis has launched The Right Side Foundation, a non-profit charity for distressed and disadvantaged youth throughout Maryland.
The Blue Jays benched Alex Rios, but manager Cito Gaston said "it's just a day off."
Brandon Phillips, who said "I don’t what the pills are, but they’re helping," says his thumb is getting better.
Canseco gets an MMA beat-down in Tokyo
Former Bash Brother Jose Canseco started his MMA career by bashing the hands of Choi Hong-man with his face. That is, when he wasn't running circles around Hong-man.
"I'm not gonna lie to you: I'm scared," Canseco said. "This guy is huge. I'm a 44-year-old rookie and have had a lot of challenges in my baseball career. Hopefully, I can do well."
Well? Not really. But he did it quickly.
The 7-foot-2 Hong-man beat him down in only 77 seconds.
Aren't you ticked that you don't got next?
"I'm not gonna lie to you: I'm scared," Canseco said. "This guy is huge. I'm a 44-year-old rookie and have had a lot of challenges in my baseball career. Hopefully, I can do well."
Well? Not really. But he did it quickly.
The 7-foot-2 Hong-man beat him down in only 77 seconds.
Aren't you ticked that you don't got next?
Monday, May 25, 2009
The Hot Corner, 5/25 (PM) edition
The Houston Astros have now lost five straight after allowing eight unearned runs in today's 8-5 loss.
Astros catcher Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez, who left today's game in the first inning, expects to be ready for tomorrow's game.
Yankees catcher Jorge Posada may play an extended spring training game on "Wednesday or Thursday."
Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira hit a broken-bat home run off Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels on Sunday. "Most of time, when you hear a broken bat, you're thinking 'OK, that's a pop-up,' " Hamels said. "Unfortunately he's a strong guy. It just took off."
Jose Canseco is pumped up for his MMA debut in Tokyo tomorrow against Korean Hong Man Choi.
White Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf has "moved on" from trade talks surrounding Padres pitcher Jake Peavy saying "we just can't keep everybody in limbo."
The Padres have now won 10 straight games with a home run from Chase Headley in the 10th inning against the D'Backs. It also ended an 11-game road losing streak.
It took 100 at-bats, however, Giants' Travis Ishikawa hit his first home run of the season.
Reds pitcher Edison Volquez, who's eligible to come off the DL next Monday, threw a bullpen session today and he "did not feel anything in my back, no pain. I feel like I'm ready."
Mariners catcher Kenji Johjima has a broken toe.
According to the Miami Herald, the Florida Marlins placed left-hander Renyel Pinto on the 15-day disabled list.
Angels outfielder Vladimir Guerrero, who was out since April 16th, returned to lineup today. To make room for Guerrero, the Angels optioned Reggie Willits to Triple-A affiliate Salt Lake.
White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin left Monday's game in the first inning after hurting his foot.
Astros catcher Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez, who left today's game in the first inning, expects to be ready for tomorrow's game.
Yankees catcher Jorge Posada may play an extended spring training game on "Wednesday or Thursday."
Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira hit a broken-bat home run off Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels on Sunday. "Most of time, when you hear a broken bat, you're thinking 'OK, that's a pop-up,' " Hamels said. "Unfortunately he's a strong guy. It just took off."
Jose Canseco is pumped up for his MMA debut in Tokyo tomorrow against Korean Hong Man Choi.
White Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf has "moved on" from trade talks surrounding Padres pitcher Jake Peavy saying "we just can't keep everybody in limbo."
The Padres have now won 10 straight games with a home run from Chase Headley in the 10th inning against the D'Backs. It also ended an 11-game road losing streak.
It took 100 at-bats, however, Giants' Travis Ishikawa hit his first home run of the season.
Reds pitcher Edison Volquez, who's eligible to come off the DL next Monday, threw a bullpen session today and he "did not feel anything in my back, no pain. I feel like I'm ready."
Mariners catcher Kenji Johjima has a broken toe.
According to the Miami Herald, the Florida Marlins placed left-hander Renyel Pinto on the 15-day disabled list.
Angels outfielder Vladimir Guerrero, who was out since April 16th, returned to lineup today. To make room for Guerrero, the Angels optioned Reggie Willits to Triple-A affiliate Salt Lake.
White Sox outfielder Carlos Quentin left Monday's game in the first inning after hurting his foot.
Verlander lowers ERA to 0.85 since April 27th
Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander pitched another gem as the Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 13-1.
In his last six starts, Verlander has been Zack Greinke-like. Greinke has an ERA of 0.82 on the season.
Verlander has improved to 5-0 with an ERA of 0.85 since April 27th after pitching seven scoreless innings today.
Striking out eight batters today, Verlander now leads the A.L. with 85.
In his last six starts, Verlander has been Zack Greinke-like. Greinke has an ERA of 0.82 on the season.
Verlander has improved to 5-0 with an ERA of 0.85 since April 27th after pitching seven scoreless innings today.
Striking out eight batters today, Verlander now leads the A.L. with 85.
Yankees call up David Robertson
Earlier in the day, the New York Yankees placed reliever Brian Bruney back on the disabled list.
With the stellar performance of 22-year-old Phil Hughes, hopefully the Yankees will need their bullpen less and less.
But one of the guys they may call on from the bullpen is David Robertson. The Yankees called up Robertson today, according to Marc Craig of the Newark Star-Ledger.
In five appearances this season, Robertson has an ERA of 3.86.
With the stellar performance of 22-year-old Phil Hughes, hopefully the Yankees will need their bullpen less and less.
But one of the guys they may call on from the bullpen is David Robertson. The Yankees called up Robertson today, according to Marc Craig of the Newark Star-Ledger.
In five appearances this season, Robertson has an ERA of 3.86.
Hughes refused to shake Girardi's hand
Today the Yankees beat the Rangers 11-1 as Phil Hughes pitched eight scoreless innings on 101 pitches.
When we made our earlier post about the game, one note we didn't mention was that Hughes refused to shake manager Joe Girardi's hand when he was taken out.
"He didn't want to shake my hand," Girardi said. "He wanted to go back out. I said, 'You know what? You're going to have plenty of time to get complete games in your career. It's a hot day, you've thrown a hundred pitches, and we don't want to send you back out there for the ninth.'"
It's not a huge deal, but I like his competitiveness.
When we made our earlier post about the game, one note we didn't mention was that Hughes refused to shake manager Joe Girardi's hand when he was taken out.
"He didn't want to shake my hand," Girardi said. "He wanted to go back out. I said, 'You know what? You're going to have plenty of time to get complete games in your career. It's a hot day, you've thrown a hundred pitches, and we don't want to send you back out there for the ninth.'"
It's not a huge deal, but I like his competitiveness.
Akinori Iwamura done for season
Per Marc Lancaster of The Tampa Tribune, the Rays have lost second baseman Akinori Iwamura for the season.
An MRI revealed that Iwamura has a torn ACL, damage to his MCL and torn ankle ligaments after Chris Coghlan's slide in Sunday's game against the Marlins.
Iwamura will have surgery and the Rays hope to have him back for spring training, according to Lancaster.
"It's a tough loss, obviously," [Rays executive vice president Andrew] Friedman said. "Aki brings a lot to our team offensively, defensively and off the field. But this group has demonstrated how resilient they are last year and the beginning part of this year and I expect that we'll do more of the same here."
In addition to losing Aki for the season, the Rays placed relief pitcher Brian Shouse on the 15-day disabled list.
An MRI revealed that Iwamura has a torn ACL, damage to his MCL and torn ankle ligaments after Chris Coghlan's slide in Sunday's game against the Marlins.
Iwamura will have surgery and the Rays hope to have him back for spring training, according to Lancaster.
"It's a tough loss, obviously," [Rays executive vice president Andrew] Friedman said. "Aki brings a lot to our team offensively, defensively and off the field. But this group has demonstrated how resilient they are last year and the beginning part of this year and I expect that we'll do more of the same here."
In addition to losing Aki for the season, the Rays placed relief pitcher Brian Shouse on the 15-day disabled list.
Yankees dominate Rangers 11-1
The Yankees have now won 13 of their past 17 games with their 11-1 victory over the Rangers.
Former Rangers Alex Rodriguez went 5-for-5 with four RBI and Mark Teixeira went 2-for-4 with two RBI. Teixeira continues to feed off having A-Rod in the lineup to protect him.
Phil Hughes picked up his third win of the season by pitching eight scoreless innings. Hughes only threw 101 pitches.
He allowed three hits and only one walk while striking out six batters.
Former Rangers Alex Rodriguez went 5-for-5 with four RBI and Mark Teixeira went 2-for-4 with two RBI. Teixeira continues to feed off having A-Rod in the lineup to protect him.
Phil Hughes picked up his third win of the season by pitching eight scoreless innings. Hughes only threw 101 pitches.
He allowed three hits and only one walk while striking out six batters.
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