Wednesday, July 20, 2011
1980s Macho Match Whitey Herzog Vs. Roger Craig
Today, Tony La Russa manages the Cardinals with an intensity that gets turned up to maximum levels when matched against longtime rival and Reds manager Dusty Baker. A quarter-century ago, the same held true when Whitey Herzog of the Cardinals faced Roger Craig and the Giants.
Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-20-11
Nick Stavinoha hits three-run homer in Memphis’ extra inning win. David Medina, Virgil Hill and Cesar Valera each drive in two as Batavia takes victory and share of first. Stalyn Lopez allowed one run over six in GCL win. Shane Robinson and Alex Castellanos each knock in two runs in Springfield loss.
Springfield Offense Wasted In Loss
These days, the Springfield Cardinals' offense must feel a little like Charlie Brown.
Omaha Unable To Hold Memphis 14th Inning Flight
Memphis managed to steal the win going extra innings tonight against the Omaha Storm Chasers as the 'Birds bounced back from last night defeat to take it in the fourteenth inning 6-5 to even the series 1-1.
A leadoff single to centerfield in the first inning by the Redbirds’ Adron Chambers quickly put to rest Tuesday night any hopes of Omaha tossing back-to-back no-hitters.
A leadoff single to centerfield in the first inning by the Redbirds’ Adron Chambers quickly put to rest Tuesday night any hopes of Omaha tossing back-to-back no-hitters.
Batavia Clubs Jamestown 10-2
The Batavia Muckdogs turned up the offense against the Pinckney Division-leading Jamestown Jammers Tuesday night, winning 10-2 on the road.
No Offers Yet For Ubaldo Jimenez
While plenty of teams continue to show interest in Colorado Rockies starter Ubaldo Jimenez, they’re still playing coy 11 days before the trading deadline. The Rockies haven’t received a single official offer for the right-hander yet, according to a club source.
Nick Punto Stays Off DL After Drastic Action; Kyle McClellan's Workload; C.J. McElroy Signed; Extra Bases...
Cardinals infielder Nick Punto was, in his words, so "emotionally distraught" Sunday about his uncooperative elbow and potentially a third trip to the disabled list that he did what his father suggested. He sneaked down into the batting cage at Cincinnati and channeled all that frustration into one violent throw.
Ryan Mulhern Signed By Seibu
Ryan Mulhern certainly made the most of his six weeks in Mexico. After arriving in Saltillo on June 3, the outfielder proceeded to tear the cover off the baseball, battering Mexican League pitching to the tune of a .366 average with 13 homers and 46 RBIs in 36 games.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Slugfest Goes To Tulsa 17-11
Having put together a comeback of monumental proportions, the Springfield Cardinals were an inning and a half away from a most improbable win.
Tim Wheeler hit a tie-breaking, two-run home run after striking out four times already, and the Tulsa Drillers came from ahead, and then behind, to beat the Springfield Cardinals 17-11 in a wild Tuesday night at Hammons Field.
Tim Wheeler hit a tie-breaking, two-run home run after striking out four times already, and the Tulsa Drillers came from ahead, and then behind, to beat the Springfield Cardinals 17-11 in a wild Tuesday night at Hammons Field.
Jason Isringhausen Comes Full Circle With Save
On July 6, 1999, Mets reliever Jason Isringhausen threw three scoreless innings against a team that no longer exists in a stadium that is now a parking lot to earn the first save of his career.
Victor Sanchez Takes Simple Approach
A shortened swing has extended the success Quad-Cities infielder Victor Sanchez is having at the plate for the red-hot River Bandits.
Omaha's Luis Mendoza Gets No-Hitter After Almost Losing It
It was a no-hitter. Then it wasn’t. And then, apparently, it was.
Royals farmhand Luis Mendoza threw his second career Pacific Coast League no-hitter in Class AAA Omaha’s 4-0 victory Monday at Memphis.
Royals farmhand Luis Mendoza threw his second career Pacific Coast League no-hitter in Class AAA Omaha’s 4-0 victory Monday at Memphis.
Mets Beat Cardinals 4-2: Lance Berkman Solo HR; Kyle Lohse 1 RBI
Individual Highlights:
Jon Jay 1-for-3 with one walk.
Lance Berkman 1-for-3 with one home run, one RBI, two runs, and one walk.
Daniel Descalso 1-for-1 at the plate.
Mitch Boggs entered in the seventh and pitched one inning. He allowed one hit and no runs. (p-s:12-7)(g/f:1-2)
Jason Motte entered in the eighth and pitched one inning. He allowed one hit and no runs. (p-s:18-11)(g/f:1-1)(ir-s:1-0)
Rough Outing:
Ryan Theriot 0-for-4 with one strikeout.
Albert Pujols 0-for-4 with two ground into double plays.
Yadier Molina 0-for-3 with one strikeout.
Skip Schumaker 0-for-2 with one hit by pitch and one strikeout.
Kyle Lohse started and pitched 5.2 innings. He allowed ten hits, four earned runs, three walks, and struck one out for the losing decision (8-7). 1-for-2 with one two-out RBI at the plate. (p-s:102-61)(g/f:3-6)
Raul Valdes entered in the sixth and pitched to two batters. He allowed one hit and no runs. (p-s:9-7)(g/f:0-1)(ir-s:2-2)
Jamestown Falls To Batavia, 10-2
The Batavia Muckdogs raced out to an early lead and never looked back with a win, 10-2, over the Jamestown Jammers and move into a first-place tie with the purple and green at Diethrick Park Tuesday night.
Palm Beach Drops Third Straight To Brevard County
The Palm Beach Cardinals (13-13, 42-53) grounded into four double plays, committed three errors and were out-hit 13-6 in a 6-3 loss to the Brevard County Manatees (11-12, 38-55) in game three of a four-game series Tuesday night at Roger Dean Stadium.
Bolstered Mets Turn To R.A. Dickey Against Cardinals
It could just be one game, or it could be the start of something big. The Mets got All-Star shortstop Jose Reyes back in the lineup Tuesday and pulled back to .500 with a victory over the Cardinals, and they'll try to push their way to a winning record with R.A. Dickey matched against Kyle McClellan on Wednesday.
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Diamondbacks Interested In Jason Isringhausen
Three other right-handers – the Nationals’ Todd Coffey, Mets’ Jason Isringhausen and Blue Jays’ Jason Frasor – also are drawing interest from the D-Backs, sources say.
Memphis Protests No-Hitter
The Memphis coaching staff, led by manager Chris Maloney – who, incidentally, was ejected during the 5th inning last night – is protesting the scoring decision and has filed a formal appeal to the Pacific Coast League office. A final decision could be made within the next 24-48 hours.
Cardinals New York Minutes 7-19-11
News from the St. Louis Cardinals at Citi Field in New York as the three-game series begins.
On The Mend, Nick Punto Won't Land On DL; Cardinals Ink Draft Pick C.J. McElroy To Deal; Tidbits...
Nick Punto utilized some unusual therapy to move forward with his troublesome right elbow.
The St. Louis Cardinals have sent newly-signed outfielder C.J. McElroy to the Gulf Coast League.
The St. Louis Cardinals have sent newly-signed outfielder C.J. McElroy to the Gulf Coast League.
Ryan Theriot Receives Two-Game Suspension
Admitting he was somewhat surprised to be suspended, Cardinals shortstop Ryan Theriot said Tuesday that he will appeal his two-game suspension from Major League Baseball. The league announced Tuesday that Theriot will be suspended and fined for his actions in Sunday's game in Cincinnati.
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Ryan Theriot was suspended for two games and fined for making contact with an umpire during an argument Sunday.
Ryan Theriot: Fined Plus Two Or Fewer Games Out
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Ryan Theriot was suspended for two games and fined for making contact with an umpire during an argument Sunday.
Ryan Theriot: Fined Plus Two Or Fewer Games Out
Scott Rolen Gets One More Day To Rest Shoulder
Scott Rolen was held out of the Reds lineup for the second straight day Tuesday in order to rest his shoulder, but manager Dusty Baker said the third baseman would be back Wednesday for the series finale against the Pirates.
Nationals Designate Chad Gaudin For An Assignment
Nationals right-hander Chad Gaudin has been reinstated from the 15-day disabled list and then designated for assignment.
Reds Daniel Tuttle Suspended 50 Games
The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that Cincinnati Reds Minor League right-handed pitcher Daniel Tuttle has received a 50-game suspension after a second violation of the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program for a drug of abuse.
Reds Interested In Coco Crisp
The two names that currently interest them, according to sources: Seattle's Chone Figgins and Oakland's Coco Crisp.
Reds Interested In Jason Isringhausen
Meanwhile, sources said, the Reds have had internal discussions about a number of middle and setup relievers. The list includes Jim Johnson and Koji Uehara of the Baltimore Orioles; Jason Isringhausen of the New York Mets; Jason Frasor of the Toronto Blue Jays; and Todd Coffey of the Washington Nationals.
Reds Sign Jonathan Perez
The Reds have agreed to terms with 16-year-old Venezuelan righthander Jonathan Perez for $825,000, according to an international source.
Dodgers Sign Mike Parisi
Long Island Ducks team officials today announced that pitcher Mike Parisi has been signed by the Los Angeles Dodgers organization and will report to their Triple-A affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He becomes the second Duck in 2011 to be signed by an affiliated club and the third overall (Lenny DiNardo, Athletics and Valerio de los Santos, Mexico).
Quad Cities River Bandits Notebook 7-19-1
Outfielder Oscar Taveras earned selection as Midwest League Player of the Week after batting .600 during a 4-2 week by the Bandits.
Lance Lynn Makes Move To Bullpen With St. Louis
Lance Lynn had a feeling he would be back in the majors soon when the St. Louis Cardinals optioned him to Triple-A Memphis on June 10 after a pair of spot starts.
Cardinals Major League Notebook 7-19-11
The Cardinals enter Citi Field Tuesday to take on the New York Mets with a shaky starting trio slated to pitch.
Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-19-11
Roberto De La Cruz singles, doubles, and homers twice in Johnson City win. Dail Villanueva allows one run over five innings In GCL extra innings victory. Rafael Medina, Daniel Barbuena each drive in two runs in DSL win. Memphis puts up zeroes in first ever no-hitter at AutoZone Park.
Buzz Bissenger On The ITD Morning After 7-19-11
Buzz Bissenger Joins the Show to Talk About Having a Good Time on Twitter Because He Is Allowed to Say What He Feels, I Did Manage to Put My Home Phone Number on Twitter Friday Afternoon, When Is Sharing Considered Going Over the Line a Little Bit, Facebook Is a Joke and Who Cares What You Had for Breakfast, I Know You Were Tight with TLR at One Time But You Aren't Tight Anymore, and You Have Gotten to Know Tony More Than Probably Any Other Writer in the Country
Springfield Report 7-19-11: Mike Blazek & The Springfield 10-Game Winners; Matt Adams Moves Closer To Colby Rasmus
Tulsa Drillers vs. Springfield Cardinals, 7:07 p.m. at Hammons Field
Hiroshima Signs Brian Barden
The Carp announced today that they signed 30-year-old INF Brian Barden to a deal worth about 15M yen (US$200,000) plus incentives. He was also assigned the number 35.
Tony Pena Nominated For Latino Baseball Hall Of Fame
The Tony Pena, Mateo Rojas Alou, Mario Melvin Soto and George Bell, listed as the first pre-selected to choose who will be inducted at the third Ceremonial Hall of Fame's Latino.
Mark DeRosa Optimistic After Rehab Games
There were times, Mark DeRosa said Monday, when he thought his latest wrist injury would end his career. That's part of the reason why his first rehab games with Class A Advanced San Jose were so encouraging to the 36-year-old utility man.
Omaha Closes Door On Memphis
The Redbirds have been unable to shake the losing slump since the All-Star break going 1-6 in the current home stand, most recent loss to American Northern division leader the Omaha Storm Chaser who run with the lead as the Redbirds fall four games back.
Pitcher Luis Mendoza was all smiles as he struck out Redbirds hitter Andrew Brown for the final out Monday night, putting a stamp on his first career no-hitter in Omaha's 4-0 win at AutoZone Park.
Pitcher Luis Mendoza was all smiles as he struck out Redbirds hitter Andrew Brown for the final out Monday night, putting a stamp on his first career no-hitter in Omaha's 4-0 win at AutoZone Park.
Could Kyle McClellan Be Moving Back To Bullpen?
Kyle McClellan projected in late January as what he had always been in the major leagues: a versatile, well-conditioned righthanded reliever whose ability to deal effectively with lefthanded bats enhanced his value.
Cardinals Work To Rebuild Field Following Concert
When Bill Findley came aboard as the assistant head groundskeeper at Busch Memorial Stadium in 1996, the old ballpark was just switching over from artificial turf to grass.
Tulsa Homers Past Springfield 13-8
Back at Hammons Field for a short four game homestand, the heat and wind blowing out to left field played a big role as the Springfield Cardinals took on the Tulsa Drillers in game one of their series.
Shortstop Hector Gomez, a .209 hitter, delivered a season-high seven RBIs on four hits — including two home runs, one a grand slam — as the Tulsa Drillers ripped the Springfield Cardinals 13-7 on Monday night at Hammons Field.
In most other years, this kind of effort would have translated into a victory:
Matt Adams cracks his 21st home run, Ryan Jackson reaches 50 RBIs for the first time in his young minor league career and Zack Cox generates three hits, giving him 24 in 63 at-bats in July.
Shortstop Hector Gomez, a .209 hitter, delivered a season-high seven RBIs on four hits — including two home runs, one a grand slam — as the Tulsa Drillers ripped the Springfield Cardinals 13-7 on Monday night at Hammons Field.
In most other years, this kind of effort would have translated into a victory:
Matt Adams cracks his 21st home run, Ryan Jackson reaches 50 RBIs for the first time in his young minor league career and Zack Cox generates three hits, giving him 24 in 63 at-bats in July.
Al Hrabosky Set To Call Cardinals Games In New York
Longtime Cardinals television announcer Al Hrabosky is scheduled to remain in the Fox Sports Midwest booth for the Cards' series that starts tonight in New York as he continues to recover from a procedure that left him without his normal voice strength and resonance.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Cardinals Minor League Talk On "The High Road"
Late last week, I joined host Allen Vaughan on his daily show, “The High Road” on Springfield’s Jock 98.7 FM. The station is well-known as the radio home of the Double-A Springfield Cardinals. Vaughan is also one of the owners/founders of Springfield’s TAG Magazine, a great resource for folks in Southwest Missouri.
Princeton Quick Start Buried By Johnson City Long Ball Attack, 4-1
The Princeton Rays got off to a quick start against the Johnson City Cardinals on July 18 at Princeton's Hunnicutt Field but could not withstand the home run barrage from Johnson City as they fell 4-1 to the Cardinals in Appalachian League play.
Palm Beach Blows Six-Run Lead In 8-7 Loss
The Palm Beach Cardinals (13-12, 42-52) blew a six-run lead and were unable take advantage of four RBI from Domnit Bolivar in an 8-7 loss to the Brevard County Manatees (10-12, 37-55) Monday night in game two of a four-game series at Roger Dean Stadium.
Jose Reyes To Return As Albert Pujols, Cardinals Hit New York
After a little more than two weeks, the Mets will be welcoming back baseball's most exciting player of the first half to their lineup Tuesday.
Seventh Innings Charge Lifts Auburn Over Batavia
Three seventh inning runs by the Auburn Doubledays propelled them over the Batavia Muckdogs at Falcon Park on Monday night. A walk, three singles, and a timely throwing error helped the Doubledays plate three runs, coming from two runs down and defeating the Muckdogs, 4-3.
Luis Mendoza Almost Throws No-Hitter For Omaha Against Memphis
Luis Mendoza authored a complete-game one-hitter as Omaha shut out Memphis, 4-0, Monday night in the opener of a crucial four-game set at Auto Zone Park. The Storm Chasers won their third in a row to improve to 53-43 and increase their lead over the Redbirds to four games in the American Conference North Division.
Nicked Up Scott Rolen Gets Reprieve In Opener
Third baseman Scott Rolen isn't the type of guy who would ask his manager for a day off because of a sore shoulder, Reds manager Dusty Baker said. So, sometimes Baker has to make the decision for him.
Bob Gibson Nearly Was Unbeatable Against Mets
From 1964 through 1966, Bob Gibson compiled a 12-1 record against the Mets. His only loss in that period was by the score of 1-0.
Placido Polanco's Back Problem Lingers, Requests A Shot
Placido Polanco is a frustrated man.
The discomfort from a bulging disc in his lower back is lingering, so he approached the Phillies training staff today at Wrigley Field and told them that he would like to receive a cortisone injection to speed up the recovery process.
The discomfort from a bulging disc in his lower back is lingering, so he approached the Phillies training staff today at Wrigley Field and told them that he would like to receive a cortisone injection to speed up the recovery process.
Inbox: Lance Berkman A Long-Term Solution?
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Source: Carlos Beltran Salary Covered
There are no shortage of suitors for Carlos Beltran as the trade deadline approaches. And the New York Mets are demanding top-notch young talent in return for the outfielder because they are willing to cover his remaining salary, according to a major league source.
Bowling Green Shuts Out Quad Cities
The Quad Cities River Bandits were held hitless Monday until Victor Sanchez (1-for-3) hit a single with one out in the fifth inning. Quad Cities lost 6-0 to the Bowling Green Hot Rods in front of 1,948 fans on a steamy Monday afternoon at Modern Woodmen Park, The Bandits were held scoreless for the first time since a June 9 shutout to the Lansing Lugnuts.
After winning seven-of-eight games to open a homestand, manager Johnny Rodriguez expected more than he got in Monday's finale from the Quad-Cities River Bandits.
After winning seven-of-eight games to open a homestand, manager Johnny Rodriguez expected more than he got in Monday's finale from the Quad-Cities River Bandits.
Three Key Players To Watch In The NL
Earlier, I looked at three key American League players. Here are three guys in the National League who could provide a big in-house improvement the rest of the way.
Oscar Taveras Named Midwest League Player Of The Week
Midwest League
Oscar Taveras, Quad Cities
.600/.643/.960, 6 G, 15-for-25, 4 2B, 3B, HR, 5 RBI, 10 R, 2 BB, 2 K
Taveras has struggled with a hamstring injury suffered the first weekend of the season, but missing three weeks in April and another month from mid-May to mid-June hasn't cooled his bat at all. He has hits in 33 of his 39 games this season, is currently riding a 12-game hitting streak, and would lead all Midwest League hitters by 73 points (he's batting .393) had he the plate appearances to qualify. This week he collected multiple hits in five straight games and helped the River Bandits take over first place after winning five of six.
Oscar Taveras: MWL Player Of The Week
Oscar Taveras, Quad Cities
.600/.643/.960, 6 G, 15-for-25, 4 2B, 3B, HR, 5 RBI, 10 R, 2 BB, 2 K
Taveras has struggled with a hamstring injury suffered the first weekend of the season, but missing three weeks in April and another month from mid-May to mid-June hasn't cooled his bat at all. He has hits in 33 of his 39 games this season, is currently riding a 12-game hitting streak, and would lead all Midwest League hitters by 73 points (he's batting .393) had he the plate appearances to qualify. This week he collected multiple hits in five straight games and helped the River Bandits take over first place after winning five of six.
Oscar Taveras: MWL Player Of The Week
Bernie Bytes 7-18-11: Disappointing Series For Cardinals
The Cardinals blew a great opportunity to push the Reds into a deeper hole in the NL Central. It was an irritating series to watch from a St. Louis perspective. The Cardinals gave away Friday's game. Sunday, it was astounding to see their offense manage only one run, on a homer by Lance Berkman, against Reds pitcher Homer Bailey.
Round Two: What's Wrong With Jake Westbrook?
QUESTION: What do you think has happened to Jake Westbrook (5.26 ERA) this season?
Nationals Listening To Offers On Drew Storen, Tyler Clippard, & Todd Coffey; Target Colby Rasmus & Others
The Nats are listening on Storen and Clippard, but will trade one of them only if they can improve long-term by filling a specific need, according to one source with knowledge of the club’s thinking.
2011 Sleeper Alert! List Review, Part Two
John Gast, LHP, St. Louis Cardinals: 3.95 ERA with 59/28 K/BB in 82 innings for High-A Palm Beach, but stronger numbers after moving up to Double-A, 2.70 ERA with 22/6 K/BB in 20 innings for Springfield. 1.54 GO/AO combined. Age 22. Looks very good right now, rating was based on statistics, scouting, and intuition
Brady Raggio Joins Reno Broadcast Team
Estes will serve as the Aces’ color analyst for a portion of the televised games this season, alongside play-by-play man Ryan Radtke. Also joining the broadcast team are a pair of former professional players — Brady Raggio and Zak Basch.
Daric Barton At Career Crossroad In Minors
When the 2011 season began, Daric Barton and Kevin Kouzmanoff never expected to be where they are today.
Jon Jay Flourishes As Colby Rasmus Struggles
The contrasts between Cardinals outfielders Jon Jay and Colby Rasmus are endless and fascinating.
Experts projected Jay as a reliable No. 4 outfielder and Rasmus as a potential “five-tool” standout in center field.
Experts projected Jay as a reliable No. 4 outfielder and Rasmus as a potential “five-tool” standout in center field.
Johnson City Cardinals Notebook 7-18-11
DH/3B Roberto De La Cruz hit three home runs to lead an eleven home run barrage by Johnson City this week.
Ken Rosenthal On The ITD Morning After 7-18-11
Bertie Higgins battles love like the best of us. Ken Rosenthal joins us for the Rosenthal Report. The trade deadline is fast approaching. The Cardinals are exploring all options right now. There are plenty of relievers out there.
Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-18-11
43rd selection Chris Costantino tosses no-hitter in NECBL. Tyler Greene drives in two runs in Memphis loss. Chris Swauger plates three runs in Springfield defeat. Chris Corrigan goes two scoreless but Palm Beach is shut out. Boone Whiting strikes out eight over seven in Quad Cities win. Virgil Hill Knocks in four runs in Batavia victory.
Batavia Wins Weekend Games, Tie For Division Lead
The Batavia Muckdogs have been as hot as the weather recently, which has vaulted the squad into a tie at the top of the New York-Pennsylvania League’s Pinckney Division standings.
David Kopp Thrives On Positive Outlook
In the downtimes, when pitching prospect David Kopp was sidelined after shoulder surgeries, he would remind himself of all the positives. Mainly, he would remind himself that the real world wasn't tugging at his coattails, er, jersey.
Nick Punto Avoids DL, At Least For Now; A Strange Reunion; Etc...
The availability of Nick Punto becomes curiouser and curiouser.The day after manager Tony La Russa and his utility infielder acknowledged that significant elbow pain would force Punto to the disabled list for a third time this season, the club has put on hold any roster move.
Round Rock Grabs Early Lead, Answers All Memphis Rallies
Never out of it, but never quite in it.
Playing from behind the whole game, the Memphis Redbirds (48-46) made a series of runs at regaining a lead. Each time, however, Round Rock (56-38) pulled further ahead again en route to an 8-5 victory Sunday in front of 5,234 fans at AutoZone Park.
Playing from behind the whole game, the Memphis Redbirds (48-46) made a series of runs at regaining a lead. Each time, however, Round Rock (56-38) pulled further ahead again en route to an 8-5 victory Sunday in front of 5,234 fans at AutoZone Park.
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