Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Ex-Cardinals Watch 7-29-08: Branyan Losing Playing Time, Haren As Advertised, Wilson Looks To Be Staying Put, Edmonds Extra Day Off

Juan Diaz(Joliet/Northern League):
Everything was in place for a celebration Tuesday night at Silver Cross Field.
'Big Pappa' Back In Town

Jim Edmonds(Cubs):
Cubs center fielder Jim Edmonds, who got a cortisone shot in his sore left knee after the game Sunday against the Florida Marlins, said he was ready to play Tuesday but was kept out of the lineup for one more day.
Edmonds Eager To Play But Gets ExtraDay Of Rest

Russell Branyan(Brewers):
Brewers manager Ned Yost has not said much to the media about Bill Hall's beefed-up role at third base. He has not said much to Russell Branyan, either.
Branyan Doing Best To Cope With Role

Dan Haren(Diamondbacks):
D-backs manager Bob Melvin says it all the time: "I knew he was good. I didn't realize he was that good."
Haren Better Than Advertised

Jack Wilson(Pirates):
On another front, the chance that shortstop Jack Wilson will stay looks much stronger than a few days ago. Talks had cooled by yesterday with all parties, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, who had been the primary suitor.
Pirates Notebook

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