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Beerleaguer (featured blog 8/3-9/12/05)
Phillies Blog, Baseball News, Trade Rumors & Spirits
Updated: 14 weeks 1 day ago Phillies could lean on young pitching in bullpenThe Phillies are expected to direct their remaining offseason efforts toward the bullpen. But with resources stretched, there’s a chance not every hole will be filled by an established reliever. Ruben Amaro got his third baseman. Now comes the hard part: untangling the web in middle relief. Free agents Chan Ho Park and Scott Eyre were not offered arbitration, even though they filled very important roles in the 'pen last season. Meanwhile, Chad Durbin and Clay Condrey are due raises...... Read the rest of "Phillies could lean on young pitching in bullpen"
Beerleaguer take: Pros outweigh cons in Polanco dealHere’s why the deal makes sense: As of this morning, the Phillies had the worst third base situation in baseball, which is to say, they didn’t have one. They elected not to exercise their $5.5 million option to Pedro Feliz, one of the weakest run-producing third baseman in baseball over the last few seasons. So by their own hand, there was a real urgency for the Phillies to get something done early if they had any hope of making an...... Read the rest of "Beerleaguer take: Pros outweigh cons in Polanco deal"
Phillies sign INF Polanco to 3-year, $18 million dealFollowing a successful physical this morning, Placido Polanco will be officially announced as the team’s new third baseman later today, according to reports. (From a Phillies news release) - Polanco, 34, hit .285/.331/.396 last season with 31 doubles, 10 home runs and 72 RBI in 153 games for the Detroit Tigers. Among all active major league players, Polanco has the second-best career strikeout/plate appearance ratio at 15.39. Only the Los Angeles Dodgers' Juan Pierre has a better ratio (18.0). This...... Read the rest of "Phillies sign INF Polanco to 3-year, $18 million deal"
Report: Phillies, Polanco on verge of 3-year pactSI’s Jon Heyman is reporting that the Phillies and free agent Placido Polanco are expected to finalize a 3-year, $18 million deal today. Polanco, who won the AL Gold Glove at second base this season, is expected to take over at third base. More as this story unfolds ...... Read the rest of "Report: Phillies, Polanco on verge of 3-year pact"
Readers express concern over potential Polly signingThe Phillies are reportedly in serious talks with free agent Placido Polanco. Reactions have been mixed. "Kind of mixed on this signing. Polanco is the type of hitter this lineup needs (high AVG, right-handed hitter). Still, there are a couple of worrisome signs the last 2 seasons including the drop in % LD that Polanco is hitting and the increasing amount of balls he is chasing out of the zone. Might correspond to Polanco trying to cheat on offspeed stuff...... Read the rest of "Readers express concern over potential Polly signing"
Multiple reports say Polanco is the Phillies' guyA number of outlets, including ESPN and FoxSports, are reporting that talks have intensified between the Phillies and free agent Placido Polanco, who is being targeted as the team's next third baseman. Polanco, 34, won his second Gold Glove at second base this season, hitting .285/.331/.396 as Detroit's two-hole hitter. His last regular action at third came as a member of the Phillies.... Read the rest of "Multiple reports say Polanco is the Phillies' guy"
Wednesday: Putz, Betancourt named in Phils’ rumorsRight-hander and former 40-game saver J.J. Putz, and right-hander Rafael Betancourt, who finished the season in Colorado, are listed as possibilities for the Phillies in two separate reports.ESPN’s Jerry Crasnick says they Phillies have expressed interest in Putz, who flamed out with a season-ending elbow injury after 29 1-3 innings with the Mets last season; Putz hasn’t been right since 2007. Betancourt, included in a FoxSports report, went 4-3 with a 2.73 ERA in 61 games with the Indians and...... Read the rest of "Wednesday: Putz, Betancourt named in Phils’ rumors"
Smoltz report suggests starting pitching is nextThe Phillies have crossed off utility infielder and backup catcher from their list. Now, they may have their sights set on a pitcher to contend for the rotation or slot into the bullpen. John Smoltz could be that guy. ESPN's Jayson Stark reported yesterday that the Phillies have shown interest in the soon-to-be 43-year-old former Brave, who went 1-3 with a 4.26 in seven starts with the Cardinals late last year. Smoltz, who has 213 wins and 3,084 strikeouts over...... Read the rest of "Smoltz report suggests starting pitching is next"
No arbitration offered to free agents Park, EyreAs suggested by team GM Ruben Amaro Jr. this afternoon, the Phillies declined salary arbitration to free agent relievers Chan Ho Park and Scott Eyre, who were both Type B free agents. The Phillies have indicated at least some interest in resigning them, particularly Park, who flourished as a late-inning option. Eyre underwent elbow surgery shortly after the World Series and his health and plans to pitch in 2010 remain vague. Elsewhere, the Tigers did not offer arbitration to Type...... Read the rest of "No arbitration offered to free agents Park, Eyre"
Beerleaguer 5 questions with ESPN's Jayson StarkESPN senior baseball writer and author of “Worth the Wait: Tales of the 2008 Phillies" stops by with his insights before heading off to a 6 p.m. book signing at the Barnes and Noble in Rittenhouse Square. Beerleaguer: The difference between the Yankees' table setters and the Phillies in the World Series cannot be overstated. You recently suggested that lead-off gem Chone Figgins would not only carry a high price tag, but constitute a tough sell for Jimmy Rollins. Be...... Read the rest of "Beerleaguer 5 questions with ESPN's Jayson Stark"
Phillies sign catcher Schneider to a 2-year dealThe 33-year-old Northampton, Pa. product hit .218/.292/.335 in 194 plate appearances with the Mets last season, starting just 52 games behind the dish, missing time with multiple ailments including a bad back and knee. Schneider, a notorious Phillies killer during an all-NL East career starting with Montreal/Washington from 2000-07, then onto the Mets from 2008-09, is a lifetime .251/.323/.374 hitter, but is a .273/.354/.412 hitter against the Phillies. As Phillies fans can attest, every one of his 92 lifetime hits...... Read the rest of "Phillies sign catcher Schneider to a 2-year deal"
Monday notes: Phillies revisit Lowell; Coste a MetPhillies GM Ruben Amaro has spoken with Boston about the availability of third baseman Mike Lowell, according to SI's Jon Heyman. Lowell, who turned down a four-year contract from the Phillies two years ago in favor of a three-year, $37 million deal to stay in Boston, is allegedly on the block, with the Red Sox reportedly willing to pick up half of the $12 million owed to him next season. The 35-year-old third baseman missed large portions of the last...... Read the rest of "Monday notes: Phillies revisit Lowell; Coste a Met"
Sunday: Arizona Fall League ends; odds and endsCatching up on minor Phillies news from around the Web. Every November, Beerleaguer defers to Baseball America and Phuture Phillies to get us through this November lull, especially over the Thanksgiving break. Aside from Jamie Moyer's successful follow-up procedure (he's set to be discharged from Jefferson tomorrow) the two biggest pieces of information recently include the minor signings of DeWayne Wise, Wilson Valdez and other organizational guys like Paul Hoover and Andy Tracy (reported first by BA), and the conclusion...... Read the rest of "Sunday: Arizona Fall League ends; odds and ends"
Thursday: An economic start to Phillies' offseasonBy settling on replacement-level infielder Juan Castro, the Phillies are suggesting they're willing to scrimp around the edges. Is it a sign that bigger commitments are ahead for areas like third base? Ruben Amaro Jr. made the dean's list his freshman year and deserves the benefit of the doubt before identifying the start of a sophomore slump. With that in mind, it's worth taking a walk in Ruben's shoes to understand the rationale behind agreeing on a deal that would...... Read the rest of "Thursday: An economic start to Phillies' offseason"
Breaking: Jamie Moyer hospitalized in PhiladelphiaJamie Moyer has been admitted to Jefferson Hospital with recurring symptoms stemming from September groin surgery, according to a team news release. Details are limited and no word on the severity. Moyer, who turned 47 last week, tore two groin muscles in a fall from the mound Sept. 29 and missed the rest of the season and entire postseason. He has a year remaining on his contract and figures to be the Phillies’ fifth starter when the season opens in...... Read the rest of "Breaking: Jamie Moyer hospitalized in Philadelphia"
Phillies sign OF DeWayne Wise, INF Wilson ValdezA day after agreeing in principle with backup infielder Juan Castro, the Phillies added more depth and versatility to the outfield and infield. Outfielder DeWayne Wise, 31, a veteran of seven Major League seasons with the Blue Jays, Braves, Reds and White Sox, has been signed to a minor league deal after hitting .225/.262/.366 in 153 plate appearances from the left side in a bench role with Chicago, splitting time in the minor leagues. Lifetime, he’s a .216/.255/.380 hitter (61...... Read the rest of "Phillies sign OF DeWayne Wise, INF Wilson Valdez"
Report: Phillies targeting utility vet Juan CastroThe 37-year-old infielder is a veteran of 15 seasons and hit .277/.311/.399 in 121 plate appearances with the Dodgers last season. The Dodgers are trying to resign him, according to the report on FoxSports. Beerleaguer: Very marginal, aging bench option from the right side with no speed, no bat and practically no time spent in the outfield. In some ways, Eric Bruntlett offers more versatility. He’s a career .230/.270/.332 hitter between four clubs, his best years coming as a semi-regular...... Read the rest of "Report: Phillies targeting utility vet Juan Castro"
Monday: 29 Phillies become minor free agentsThe Phillies are losing the third-highest total of veteran minor leaguers to free agency, according to Baseball America. We also look ahead to possible players exposed to the Rule 5 draft. Here is the list, courtesy of Baseball America: RHP: Jason Anderson (AAA), Alexander Concepcion (AA), Tristan Crawford (Hi A), John Ennis (AAA), Santos Hernandez (Lo A), Gary Majewski (AAA); LHP: Cedrick Bowers (AAA), Gustavo Chacin(AAA), Jason Mackintosh (AA), Brian Mazone (AAA), Jake Woods (AAA); C: Paul Hoover (AAA), Orlando...... Read the rest of "Monday: 29 Phillies become minor free agents"
Money isn’t only matter standing in Figgins’ wayInsiders think Chone Figgins will command upwards of five-years, $50 million in free agency. Some believe he’s best suited to remain with the Angels, but one could argue that the Phillies need him most. Today, David Murphy continued his free agent primer with a look at third base, noting that among Major League third basemen, Pedro Feliz ranked 18th in on-base percentage (.308) and 18th in OPS (.694). He also noted, as others have, too, that the Phils’ 7-hole production...... Read the rest of "Money isn’t only matter standing in Figgins’ way"
Beerleaguer for breakfast: Feliz fits Orioles’ needsAs of midnight, teams are square to negotiate with free agents. Third baseman Pedro Feliz, considered a fallback for the Phillies, has drawn early interest from Baltimore. Feliz, along with Adrian Beltre, heads Baltimore’s short list to replace Melvin Mora at third, according to the Baltimore Sun. While Beltre would likely require a longer, more lucrative deal, the Orioles view Feliz as a stopgap measure until prospect Josh Bell is ready, according to the Sun. Meanwhile, the Phillies are hunting...... Read the rest of "Beerleaguer for breakfast: Feliz fits Orioles’ needs"
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