Jay Jaffe FanGraphs Chat – 7/25/19
Jay Jaffe FanGraphs Chat – 7/25/19 Source: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/jay-jaffe-fangraphs-chat-7-25-19/
DetailsLatest On Jameson Taillon, Gregory Polanco
Latest On Jameson Taillon, Gregory Polanco The Pirates’ hopes for a competitive 2019 season are looking rockier than ever as key players Jameson Taillon and Gregory Polanco struggle to turn the corner. Both are facing increasingly worrisome injury situations, as they discussed this morning with reporters including Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Twitter link)…
DetailsSouthern notes: Harris heading toward home
Southern notes: Harris heading toward home Having earned two promotions already this season, Braves No. 26 prospect Trey Harris is feeling confident and ready to prove himself with Double-A Mississippi. Source: https://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20190725&content_id=309370794&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_milb&sid=milb
DetailsYankees trade for minor-league catcher after Gary Sanchez injury
Yankees trade for minor-league catcher after Gary Sanchez injury The Yankees have added some organizational catching depth with Gary Sanchez out with a groin strain. The team acquired minor league catcher Brian Navarreto from the Twins for cash consideration, according to multiple reports. Navarreto, 24, was hitting .177 at Double-A Pensacola in 40 games this…
DetailsOn the Road: Chiles enliven Isotopes cuisine
On the Road: Chiles enliven Isotopes cuisine The Albuquerque Isotopes, under executive chef Ryan Curry, offer Green Chile Cheeseburgers and a cotton candy Tumbleweed Burger. Ben Hill provides a flavorful tour. Source: https://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20190725&content_id=309202458&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_milb&sid=milb
DetailsEscape Artistry: Rare Strikeouts
Escape Artistry: Rare Strikeouts Watch a baseball game. Pick a side. Now, wait for a pitcher on the team you’re rooting for to fall behind in the count 3-0. It feels pretty bad, doesn’t it? There is, I think, no feeling quite like the helplessness that comes when your team is behind in the count…
DetailsProspect Roundup: Games of July 24
Prospect Roundup: Games of July 24 St. Louis No. 2 prospect Dylan Carlson tallied three hits and scored three runs for Double-A Springfield while San Francisco No. 5 prospect Sean Hjelle tossed six scoreless frames for Class A Advanced San Jose. Source: https://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20190725&content_id=309394032&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_milb&sid=milb
DetailsDerek Falvey Further Discusses Twins’ Deadline Planning
Derek Falvey Further Discusses Twins’ Deadline Planning Adding to his recent comments, Twins chief baseball officer Derek Falvey chatted with reporters yesterday about his organization’s upcoming deadline plans, as Dan Hayes of The Athletic was among those to cover (subscription link). While Falvey didn’t signal a particular inclination to part with top prospect assets, he also made…
DetailsPrimer Dugout (and link of the day) 7-25-2019
Primer Dugout (and link of the day) 7-25-2019 Pittsburgh Gazette Times, July 25, 1919:Joe McCarthy, second baseman for the Louisville American Association club for the past four years, who temporarily was appointed manager when Pat Flaherty resigned that position three days ago, has been permanently appointed. McCarthy is very popular both with the players and…
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Free Agent Stock Watch: Mike Moustakas
Free Agent Stock Watch: Mike Moustakas You already know the essentials here. Mike Moustakas has twice entered the open market in apparent position to secure a strong, multi-year contract. And he has twice come away with a one-year pillow deal (in each case involving a mutual option that mostly functions to defer some salary). As…
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