Showing posts with label Hot stove. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hot stove. Show all posts
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Hot Stove
The Atlanta Braves have signed OF BJ Upton to a 5-year, $75,250,000 coontract. Upton hit just .246 with 28 homers and 78 RBIs in 2012.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
NFL Hot Stove
The Seattle Seahawks have signed former Jets WR Braylon Edwards to a non-guaranteed contract. He will report to camp and attempt to earn a roster spot.
Giants S Tyler Sash has been suspended four games for steroids/PEDs. Way to go...
Giants S Tyler Sash has been suspended four games for steroids/PEDs. Way to go...
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
NFL Hot Stove
The New York Giants have announced that they have given Head Coach Tom Coughlin a 3-year contract extension. The team announced today. It begins immediately and is worth $20,000,000. He is third in Giants history with 74 wins and has changed his mind and would like to coach into his 70s.
Giants Training Camp begins on July 26th and runs through August 15.
Coughlin hoists the Lombardi Trophy high overhead following the Giants Superbowl XLVI victory.
and finally, former Jets LB/DE, Future Hall of Famer Jason Taylor will join ESPN as an NFL analyst for the 2012 season and beyond.
Coughlin hoists the Lombardi Trophy high overhead following the Giants Superbowl XLVI victory.
and finally, former Jets LB/DE, Future Hall of Famer Jason Taylor will join ESPN as an NFL analyst for the 2012 season and beyond.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Hot Stove!
Former Yankees OF Johnny Damon has signed a 1-year, $1,250,000 contract with the Cleveland Indians. Damon needs just 277 hits to reach the 3,000 mark, which he vehemently states he will do before his retirement. He hit .261 with 16 homers and 73 RBIs with the Rays in 2011. I wish him the best on his quest for 3,000, which I believe will propel him to Hall of Famer status.
Damon hits an RBI single in Game 4 of the 2009 World Series.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
NFL Hot Stove
The Buffalo Bills have finally signed WR Stevie Johnson to a 5-year, $36,250,000 contract. This was right on time and I commend GM Buddy Nix for his work both leading up to this deal (extending Jackson and Fitz) and during the negotiations. A new era in Buffalo is upon us!
The New York Giants have used the franchise tag on P Steve Weatherford. He will earn about $2,500,000 in 2012 if he stays under the tag, and is the third punter in NFL history to receive the tag from any team.
The Patriots have tagged WR Wes Welker.
The New York Giants have used the franchise tag on P Steve Weatherford. He will earn about $2,500,000 in 2012 if he stays under the tag, and is the third punter in NFL history to receive the tag from any team.
The Patriots have tagged WR Wes Welker.
Hot Stove!
Former Tigers 2B Carlos Guillen has announced his retirement after 14 seasons in the major leagues. The oft-injured Guillen hit .232 over 38 games. He hit .285 for his career and hit .353 in the 2006 World Series for Detroit.
The Pirates have signed OF Andrew McCutchen to a 6-year, $51,500,000 contract extention through the 2017 season with a club option for 2018. He hit .259 with 23 home runs and 89 RBIs in 2011 with 23 steals.
The Pirates have signed OF Andrew McCutchen to a 6-year, $51,500,000 contract extention through the 2017 season with a club option for 2018. He hit .259 with 23 home runs and 89 RBIs in 2011 with 23 steals.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Hot Stove!
The Baltimore Orioles have agreed to sign RHP Luis Ayala to a 1-year, $925,000 contract with a $1,000,000 option for 2013 ($100,000 buyout). Ayala went 2-2 with an outstanding 2.09 ERA in 2011. His sidearm delivery made him both vulnerable and at times untouchable. This move can be a grand slam for the O's. I wish him well in Baltimore.
The Orioles will also sign former Yankees first baseman and designated hitter Nick Johnson. The oft-injured Yankee played last in 2010 and hit .201 in 225 plate appearances in the minors last season.
Johnson winces in pain after fouling a ball off of his leg. (He was probably later placed on the disabled list...
And fianlly, according to WEEI.com's Alex Speier, Red Sox GM Ben Cherington will decide on the futures of P Tim Wakefield and Captain/catcher Jason Varitek sometime next week. They are the longest-tenured Red Sox in team history. It is widely accepted that both will retire, however, nothing is definite.
The Orioles will also sign former Yankees first baseman and designated hitter Nick Johnson. The oft-injured Yankee played last in 2010 and hit .201 in 225 plate appearances in the minors last season.
And fianlly, according to WEEI.com's Alex Speier, Red Sox GM Ben Cherington will decide on the futures of P Tim Wakefield and Captain/catcher Jason Varitek sometime next week. They are the longest-tenured Red Sox in team history. It is widely accepted that both will retire, however, nothing is definite.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Hot Stove
The Nationals have agreed to a 1-year deal with RHP Edwin Jackson. He went 12-9 last season, won a game in the NLCS, but got hammered in the 2011 World Series. For a team that needs to rebuild, this move is pretty solid, but if Jackson isn't able to hold up his accuracy, he will be in for a very early retirement.
RHP Livan Hernandez has signed a minor league deal with the Houston Astros. The former Met was 8-13 with a 4.47 ERA in 2011, the first year he failed to pitched at least 200 innings in his career. This move keeps Hernandez, one of the greatest hitting pitchers of the deignated hitter era, in the National League.
RHP Livan Hernandez has signed a minor league deal with the Houston Astros. The former Met was 8-13 with a 4.47 ERA in 2011, the first year he failed to pitched at least 200 innings in his career. This move keeps Hernandez, one of the greatest hitting pitchers of the deignated hitter era, in the National League.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Hot Stove
The Yankees have hired former Cubs GM Jim Hendry as a special assignment scout. This move makes absolutely NO SENSE! We already have a bad GM, we don't need anymore!
The Diamondback have signed C Miguel Montero to a 1-year, $5,900,000 deal, and 2B Ryan Roberts to a 1-year $2,012,500, both received arbritration.
The Phillies have signed RHP Chad Qualls to a 1-year, $1,150,000 deal.
In a move that puzzles me greatly, the Texas Rangers have signed manager Ron Washington to a 2-year contract extention. He has brought the Rangers to two consecutive World Series. However, in two games last season when the Cardinals were down to their last strike, his pitchers failed, eventually costing the team a World Series championship.
The Diamondback have signed C Miguel Montero to a 1-year, $5,900,000 deal, and 2B Ryan Roberts to a 1-year $2,012,500, both received arbritration.
The Phillies have signed RHP Chad Qualls to a 1-year, $1,150,000 deal.
In a move that puzzles me greatly, the Texas Rangers have signed manager Ron Washington to a 2-year contract extention. He has brought the Rangers to two consecutive World Series. However, in two games last season when the Cardinals were down to their last strike, his pitchers failed, eventually costing the team a World Series championship.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
BREAKING HOT STOVE REPORT!!!!!!!
Prince Fielder has agreed to a 9-year, $214,000,000 deal with the Detroit Tigers.
Tim Lincecum has signed a 2-year, $40,500,000 deal.
The Oakland A's have agreed a 1-year deal with former Yankees RHP Bartolo Colon. He was 8-10 with a 4.00 ERA in 2011.
The Blue Jays have signed Omar Vizquel to a 1-year deal. He turns 45 in April. He hit .251 with 7 doubles and 8 RBIs in 2011.
Tim Lincecum has signed a 2-year, $40,500,000 deal.
The Oakland A's have agreed a 1-year deal with former Yankees RHP Bartolo Colon. He was 8-10 with a 4.00 ERA in 2011.
The Blue Jays have signed Omar Vizquel to a 1-year deal. He turns 45 in April. He hit .251 with 7 doubles and 8 RBIs in 2011.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Hot Stove
The Texas Rangers signed RHP Yu Darvish to an astounding 5-year, $60,000,000 contract with an option for 2017. He was 18-6 with a 1.44 ERA and 276 K's in 2011.
The Brewers have avoided arbitration with former Mets RHP K-Rod. He had previously accepted the arbitration offered to him last month to the surprise of fans, sportswriters, and honestly, I think even the Brewers' front office as well. Thus, they have avoided a sticky situation. He could still be traded before opening day, however. He is 9 saves away from 300.
The Brewers have avoided arbitration with former Mets RHP K-Rod. He had previously accepted the arbitration offered to him last month to the surprise of fans, sportswriters, and honestly, I think even the Brewers' front office as well. Thus, they have avoided a sticky situation. He could still be traded before opening day, however. He is 9 saves away from 300.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Hot Stove
The Phillies have agreed to a 1-year, $15,000,000 contract with LHP Cole Hamels, thus avoiding arbitration.
The Rays have agreed to BJ Upton and David Price in arbritration.
Craig Counsell has officially retired. He was an influential part in the 2001 World Series and was on base on November 4, 2001 AKA, the Last Night of the Yankee Dynasty. He will join the Brewers' front office.
And last but not least, Tigers all-star DH Victor Martinez tore his ACL last week and could miss the entire 2012 season.
The Rays have agreed to BJ Upton and David Price in arbritration.
Craig Counsell has officially retired. He was an influential part in the 2001 World Series and was on base on November 4, 2001 AKA, the Last Night of the Yankee Dynasty. He will join the Brewers' front office.
And last but not least, Tigers all-star DH Victor Martinez tore his ACL last week and could miss the entire 2012 season.
Friday, January 13, 2012
Hot Stove!
Yankees have signed Hiroki Kuroda to a one-year, $10,000,000 contract.
RHP Kyle Kendrick has agreed to a 1-year, $3,585,000 deal with the Phillies, thus avoiding arbritration. This may put the nail in the coffin for Roy Oswalt.
The Brewers have signed OF Carlos Gomez to a 1-year, $1,962,500 deal, and LHP Manny Parra has signed a $1,200,000 deal.
The Cubs have re-signed former Yankee Kerry Wood to a 1-year, $3,000,000 contract. This move benefits the Cubs, Wood, and the fans, who have come to adore Kerry Wood in Chicago.
And the Rays have signed OF/DH Luke Scott to a 1-year, $5,000,000 deal with a 2013 club option. He hit just .220 with 9 homers and 22 RBis in 2011 with the Orioles, though he missed half of the season with a torn shoulder labrum. This spells the end of the Johnny Damon era in Tampa Bay.
RHP Kyle Kendrick has agreed to a 1-year, $3,585,000 deal with the Phillies, thus avoiding arbritration. This may put the nail in the coffin for Roy Oswalt.
The Brewers have signed OF Carlos Gomez to a 1-year, $1,962,500 deal, and LHP Manny Parra has signed a $1,200,000 deal.
The Cubs have re-signed former Yankee Kerry Wood to a 1-year, $3,000,000 contract. This move benefits the Cubs, Wood, and the fans, who have come to adore Kerry Wood in Chicago.
And the Rays have signed OF/DH Luke Scott to a 1-year, $5,000,000 deal with a 2013 club option. He hit just .220 with 9 homers and 22 RBis in 2011 with the Orioles, though he missed half of the season with a torn shoulder labrum. This spells the end of the Johnny Damon era in Tampa Bay.
Jesus Cut Loose!!!
Finally! The Yankees have traded Jesus Montero to the Mariners for Michael Pineda!
Unfortunately, they parted ways with Hector Noesi in the deal as well, and now really only have one legitimate pitching prospect in Banuelos.
I have long been under the impression that if Montero couldn't catch or play third base, he was of no use to the Yankees given that a rotation of older players will need the DH spot in 2012 and beyond. Now, the Yanks have read my plea and answered it.
However, Noesi was the future of the rotation. With "Always Junk" Burnout (AJ Burnett) now essentially a lock for the fifth starter position, it will be Phil Hughes and Freddy Garcia who will "duke it out" in spring training to capture the fifth spot in the Yankees rotation.
This move works out well for both teams and IF Pineda can establish himself as a quality starter, (meaning anywhere from third to fifth), this deal was a GRAND SLAM for the Yankees.
Thank you, Mr. Cashman, for pulling off an amazing feat. Pineda can become a solid starter in New York backed with MUCH better offense and therefore, better run support. I wish Jesus Montero well in Seattle and hope that his career will get off to a good start as a designated hitter there instead.
But my final point is this...
If (& Only If) Montero doesn't pan out, and cannot do anything other than hit, the Mariners might have their hands full with both him and a 38-year-old Ichiro Suzuki vying for time as the designated hitter.
Unfortunately, they parted ways with Hector Noesi in the deal as well, and now really only have one legitimate pitching prospect in Banuelos.
I have long been under the impression that if Montero couldn't catch or play third base, he was of no use to the Yankees given that a rotation of older players will need the DH spot in 2012 and beyond. Now, the Yanks have read my plea and answered it.
However, Noesi was the future of the rotation. With "Always Junk" Burnout (AJ Burnett) now essentially a lock for the fifth starter position, it will be Phil Hughes and Freddy Garcia who will "duke it out" in spring training to capture the fifth spot in the Yankees rotation.
This move works out well for both teams and IF Pineda can establish himself as a quality starter, (meaning anywhere from third to fifth), this deal was a GRAND SLAM for the Yankees.
Thank you, Mr. Cashman, for pulling off an amazing feat. Pineda can become a solid starter in New York backed with MUCH better offense and therefore, better run support. I wish Jesus Montero well in Seattle and hope that his career will get off to a good start as a designated hitter there instead.
But my final point is this...
If (& Only If) Montero doesn't pan out, and cannot do anything other than hit, the Mariners might have their hands full with both him and a 38-year-old Ichiro Suzuki vying for time as the designated hitter.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Hot Stove
The Reds have signed former Phillie Ryan Madson to a 1-year, $8,500,000 contract. He was 4-2 with a 2.37 ERA and 32 saves in 2011.
Former Met Aaron Heilman signed a minor league deal with the Mariners.
Commissioner Bud Selig has been offered a 2-year contract extention by the MLB owners to attempt to persuade him to remain through at least 2014. He previously stated that he was retiring after the 2012 season. Selig is currently the second longest-serving commissioner in history.
The San Diego Padres will be sold to Jeff Moorad (take note, Mr. Wilpon).
The Beltimore Orioles have signed LHP Wei-yin Chen to a 3-year, $11,300,000 deal. They designated OF Kyle Hudson for assignment.
The Cubs have signed LHP Paul Maholm to a one-year, $4,250,000 contract. They have also traded RHP Andrew Cashner to the Padres for Anthony Rizzo.
Former Met Aaron Heilman signed a minor league deal with the Mariners.
Commissioner Bud Selig has been offered a 2-year contract extention by the MLB owners to attempt to persuade him to remain through at least 2014. He previously stated that he was retiring after the 2012 season. Selig is currently the second longest-serving commissioner in history.
The San Diego Padres will be sold to Jeff Moorad (take note, Mr. Wilpon).
The Beltimore Orioles have signed LHP Wei-yin Chen to a 3-year, $11,300,000 deal. They designated OF Kyle Hudson for assignment.
The Cubs have signed LHP Paul Maholm to a one-year, $4,250,000 contract. They have also traded RHP Andrew Cashner to the Padres for Anthony Rizzo.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Hot Stove
The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed OF Jason Kubel (.273 12 homers 58 RBIs) to a 2-year, $15,000,000 deal.
RHP Frank Francisco (1-4, 3.55 ERA with 17 saves) has signed a 2-year deal with the Mets, (meaning they finally did something to improve their bullpen!)
In a surprising move, the Washington Nationals, seemingly in rebuilding mode, have signed OF Mike Cameron to a minor league deal. He hit .203 with 9 homers and 27 RBIs in 2011 with the Red Sox and Marlins (mostly Marlins though). This move benefits the Nationals, but with the team seemingly in a rebuilding mode, he may not be on the team for the entire season.
The Brewers have been awarded posting rights to Japanese OF Norichika Aoki.
The San Francisco Giants have signed backup C Eli Whiteside (.197 4 homers and 17 RBIs in 2011) to a 1-year, $600,000 deal.
RHP Frank Francisco (1-4, 3.55 ERA with 17 saves) has signed a 2-year deal with the Mets, (meaning they finally did something to improve their bullpen!)
In a surprising move, the Washington Nationals, seemingly in rebuilding mode, have signed OF Mike Cameron to a minor league deal. He hit .203 with 9 homers and 27 RBIs in 2011 with the Red Sox and Marlins (mostly Marlins though). This move benefits the Nationals, but with the team seemingly in a rebuilding mode, he may not be on the team for the entire season.
The Brewers have been awarded posting rights to Japanese OF Norichika Aoki.
The San Francisco Giants have signed backup C Eli Whiteside (.197 4 homers and 17 RBIs in 2011) to a 1-year, $600,000 deal.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Hot Stove
In addition to Pujols, several other moves occurred today...
The Angels also signed SP C.J. Wilson to a 5-year, $77,000,000 deal.
Francisco Rodriguez (K-Rod) has ACCEPTED the Brewers' offer of arbritration. He was 23/26 in saves with the Mets and served as a setup man for the Brewers in 2011.
His agent (Boras) has stated that Rodriguez wouldn't neccesarily be in Milwaukee on opening day. It is widely expected that he will be traded soon.
Former Cardinals VP Jeff Luhnow has been hired by the Astros as GM.
Kelley Johnson has accepted the Blue Jays' offers of arbritration.
David Ortiz has accepted the Red Sox' arbritration offer.
Still here to kill the Yankees decrepit pitching...
The Angeles have also signed former Yankees RP LaTroy Hawkins to a 1-year, $3,000,000 deal. He pitched very well to a 2.42 ERA in 2011.
Nate McLouth and Erik Bedard have been signed by the Pirates to one-year deals at $1.75 million and $4.5 million, respectively.
And the Colorado Rockies have traded RP Houston Street to the San Diego Padres.
The Angels also signed SP C.J. Wilson to a 5-year, $77,000,000 deal.
Francisco Rodriguez (K-Rod) has ACCEPTED the Brewers' offer of arbritration. He was 23/26 in saves with the Mets and served as a setup man for the Brewers in 2011.
His agent (Boras) has stated that Rodriguez wouldn't neccesarily be in Milwaukee on opening day. It is widely expected that he will be traded soon.
Former Cardinals VP Jeff Luhnow has been hired by the Astros as GM.
Kelley Johnson has accepted the Blue Jays' offers of arbritration.
David Ortiz has accepted the Red Sox' arbritration offer.
The Angeles have also signed former Yankees RP LaTroy Hawkins to a 1-year, $3,000,000 deal. He pitched very well to a 2.42 ERA in 2011.
Nate McLouth and Erik Bedard have been signed by the Pirates to one-year deals at $1.75 million and $4.5 million, respectively.
And the Colorado Rockies have traded RP Houston Street to the San Diego Padres.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Hot Stove!
Former Mets GM Omar Minaya has been hired by the San Diego Padres. (Poor saps!)
Former Mets P Chris Capuano (11-12, 4.55 ERA) has signed a 2-year, $10,000,000 deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Former Mets RP Heath Bell has agreed to a 3-year deal for an undisclosed amount.
Former Mets P Chris Capuano (11-12, 4.55 ERA) has signed a 2-year, $10,000,000 deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Former Mets RP Heath Bell has agreed to a 3-year deal for an undisclosed amount.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Hot Stove
According to multiple sources, former Yankees C Jose Molina has signed a 1-year, $1.8 Million deal with the Tampa Bay Rays. This move had been forthcoming.
Molina will serve as a backup to John Jaso.
http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/Jose-Molina-Tampa-Bay-Rays-contract-details-112811
The Oakland A's have hired former Yankees designated hitter Chili Davis as their hitting coach. Davis was the Yankkes DH in 1998 and 1999, two of my favorite teams.
The Red Sox have offered arbritration to Designated Hitter David Ortiz and RHP Dan Wheeler.
On a contrary note, the San Francisco Giants have declined arbritration on OF Cody Ross and Pat Burrell. Burrell has stated he is likely headed for retirement, though no official word has been given yet. They have not offered anything to OF Carlos Beltran.
Indians OF Grady Sizemore has signed a 1 year, $5,000,000 deal to remain in Cleveland.
Royals LHP Bruce Chen has signed a 2-year, $9,000,000 deal to stay in Kansas City.
And the Houston Astos have fired GM Ed Wade and President Tal Smith in moves that surprised no one. George Postolos will take over as President. No indication has been given as to the new GM.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have released OF Xavier Paul.
Molina will serve as a backup to John Jaso.
http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/Jose-Molina-Tampa-Bay-Rays-contract-details-112811
The Oakland A's have hired former Yankees designated hitter Chili Davis as their hitting coach. Davis was the Yankkes DH in 1998 and 1999, two of my favorite teams.
The Red Sox have offered arbritration to Designated Hitter David Ortiz and RHP Dan Wheeler.
On a contrary note, the San Francisco Giants have declined arbritration on OF Cody Ross and Pat Burrell. Burrell has stated he is likely headed for retirement, though no official word has been given yet. They have not offered anything to OF Carlos Beltran.
Indians OF Grady Sizemore has signed a 1 year, $5,000,000 deal to remain in Cleveland.
Royals LHP Bruce Chen has signed a 2-year, $9,000,000 deal to stay in Kansas City.
And the Houston Astos have fired GM Ed Wade and President Tal Smith in moves that surprised no one. George Postolos will take over as President. No indication has been given as to the new GM.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have released OF Xavier Paul.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Hot Stove!
The Phillies signed backup C and former Met Brian Schneider to a 1-year deal for $800,000. He batted .176 with 2 homers and 9 RBIs in 41 games and worked well with the pitching staff.
I like this deal, it benefits the Phillies by giving them a quality backup catcher at low cost and they are both familiar with each other.
The Chicago Cubs today announced the hiring of Dale Sveum as manager for 2012. He spent last season as the Brewers' hitting coach.
The owners of the Houston Astros have completed the sale of the team and 2012 will be their last season in the National League before moving to the American League for realignment in 2013.
The Padres signed OF Mark Kotsay to a 1-year, $1.25 million deal. He played with the previously from 2001-2003, and hit .270 with 3 homers and 31 RBIs in 2011.
Nationals C Wilson Ramos has been safely returned home to his family after his kidnapping.
SS Jamey Carroll signed a 2-year, $6.5 million deal with the Twins. The 38-year-old hit .290 with no homers in 2011.
And the Los Angeles Dodgers have signed OF Matt Kemp to an 8-year, $160 million contract.
I like this deal, it benefits the Phillies by giving them a quality backup catcher at low cost and they are both familiar with each other.
The Chicago Cubs today announced the hiring of Dale Sveum as manager for 2012. He spent last season as the Brewers' hitting coach.
The owners of the Houston Astros have completed the sale of the team and 2012 will be their last season in the National League before moving to the American League for realignment in 2013.
The Padres signed OF Mark Kotsay to a 1-year, $1.25 million deal. He played with the previously from 2001-2003, and hit .270 with 3 homers and 31 RBIs in 2011.
Nationals C Wilson Ramos has been safely returned home to his family after his kidnapping.
SS Jamey Carroll signed a 2-year, $6.5 million deal with the Twins. The 38-year-old hit .290 with no homers in 2011.
And the Los Angeles Dodgers have signed OF Matt Kemp to an 8-year, $160 million contract.
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