Mitch Harris - an officer, gentleman, and big league baseball player - has been voted the winner of the 26th annual Tony Conigliaro Award. The award, begun in 1990 by the late Red Sox publicist and team historian Dick Bresciani to honor native son Conigliaro, is presented to a major league player who, in Bresciani's words, "has overcome adversity through the attributes of spirit, determination and courage that were trademarks of Tony C.''
Boston Official Site
St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Mitch Harris, a former U.S. Navy officer and now a Navy Reserve lieutenant, has been voted the winner of the 26th annual Tony Conigliaro Award.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Dewon Brazelton Inducted Into Middle Tennessee State Hall of Fame
Former MTSU baseball pitcher Dewon Brazelton set a lot of long-standing records during his time in Murfreesboro, and on Saturday, he will add another accomplishment to his resume with an induction into the Blue Raider Sports Hall of Fame.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Dewon Brazelton In Jail For Domestic Violence
Former Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Dewon Brazelton remains in the Hillsborough County jail.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
A Look Back At The 2001 Draft
Ten years ago was a draft that had a ton of talent in it. I wasn't doing draft coverage in 2001 so I will look back at how the great minds at Baseball America saw the draft in their Early Draft Preview.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Former Cardinals Independent League Transactions
Aug 23: The Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League placed Dan Serafini on the inactive list.
Aug 24: The Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League placed Blaine Neal on the disabled list.
Aug 24: The Worcester Tornadoes of the Can-Am League released Omar Pena.
Aug 24: The Chico Outlaws of the Golden Baseball League traded Matt Perisho to the Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League.
Aug 24: The Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League placed Kyle Heim on the inacitve list.
Aug 24: The Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League released Dewon Brazelton.
Aug 25: The Washington Wild Things of the Frontier League signed Matt Rigoli for the remainder of the 2010 season.
Aug 27: The Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League activated Blaine Neal.
Aug 27: The Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League placed Johnny Hernandez on the reserve/retired list.
Aug 28: The Laredo Broncos of the United League Baseball signed Ozzie Canseco for the remainder of the 2010 season.
Aug 31: The Wichita Wingnuts of the American Association exercised 2011 option on Raul Gonzalez.
Sept 2: The Pensacola Pelicans of the American Association exercised 2011 option on Scott Vander Weg and Marcos Rodriguez.
Sept 6: Quebec Les Capitales of the Can-Am League exercised 2011 option on Troy Cate.
Sept 7: The Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association exercised 2011 option on Adam Daniels and Juan Richardson.
Sept 8: The Pensacola Pelicans of the American Association traded Marcos Rodriguez to the Fort Worth Cats.
Sept 10: The Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League placed Blaine Neal on the inactive list.
Spet 10: The Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League placed Jason Simontacchi on the inactive list.
Sept 10: The York Revolution of the Atlantic League released Julio Manon.
Sept 14: The Brockton Rox of Can-Am League exercised 2011 option on Wayne Lundgren.
Sept 14: The New Jersey Jackals of the Can-Am League exercised 2011 option on Abraham Nunez.
Sept 15: The Worcester Tornadoes of the Can-Am League exercised 2011 options on Justin Knoff and Zach Zuercher.
Sept 19: The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs of the Atlantic League placed Richard Giannotti on the inactive list.
Sept 20: The St. Paul Saints of the American Association released Chad Gabriel.
Sept 22: The Somerset Patriots of the Atlantic League activated Bill Pulsipher.
Sept 22: The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs of the Atlantic League activated Richard Giannotti.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Former Cardinals Independent Transactions August 24-28
Aug 24: Chico Outlaws of the Golden Baseball League traded Matt Perisho to the Kansas T-Bones of the Northern League.
Aug 24: Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League placed Kyle Heim on the disabled list and released Dewon Brazelton.
Aug 24: Worcester Tornadoes of the Can-League released Omar Pena.
Aug 25: Washington Wild Things of the Frontier League signed Matt Rigoli for the remainder of the season.
Aug 26: Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League placed Blaine Neal on the disabled list.
Aug 28: The Laredo Broncos of the United League Baseball signed Ozzie Canseco to a 2010 contract.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Former Cardinals Independent League Transactions: June 18-26
June 18: The Tijuana Cimarrones of the Golden Baseball League fired Enrique Brito and released Yoffri Martinez and Orber Moreno.
June 20: The Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League placed Dewon Brazelton on the disabled list.
June 22: The Newark Bears of the Atlantic League placed Scott Spiezio on the disabled list.
Juen 24: The Lake County Fielders of the Northern League released Ian Church.
June 25: The Brockton Rox of the Can-Am League shipped Santo Maertz to the Grand Prairie Air Hogs of the American Association.
June 25: The Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League signed Dan Serafini to a contract for the 2010 season.
June 25: The Quebec Les Capitales of the Can-Am League signed Troy Cate to a contract for the 2010 season.
June 25: The Southern Illinois Miners of the Frontier League released Ryan Bird.
June 26: The Saint Paul Saints of the American Association signed Matt Meyer to a contract for the 2010 season.
June 26: The Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League reinstated Eric Ackerman from the disabled list.
June 20: The Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League placed Dewon Brazelton on the disabled list.
June 22: The Newark Bears of the Atlantic League placed Scott Spiezio on the disabled list.
Juen 24: The Lake County Fielders of the Northern League released Ian Church.
June 25: The Brockton Rox of the Can-Am League shipped Santo Maertz to the Grand Prairie Air Hogs of the American Association.
June 25: The Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League signed Dan Serafini to a contract for the 2010 season.
June 25: The Quebec Les Capitales of the Can-Am League signed Troy Cate to a contract for the 2010 season.
June 25: The Southern Illinois Miners of the Frontier League released Ryan Bird.
June 26: The Saint Paul Saints of the American Association signed Matt Meyer to a contract for the 2010 season.
June 26: The Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League reinstated Eric Ackerman from the disabled list.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
2010 Draft Belongs To Scouts
You've heard of Bryce Harper, because he was on the cover of Sports Illustrated last summer and has been covered extensively by MLB.com for the past 12 months. You might not be as familiar with Manny Machado, Jameson Taillon, Matt Harvey or Anthony Ranaudo, but they matter because the First-Year Player Draft matters. Oh, it can be unpredictable and frustrating, but it is about running a business, making evaluations and investments and judgment.
MLB Official Site
MLB Official Site
Former Cardinals Independent League Transactions May 30-June 2
May 30: The Lake County Fielders of the Northern League placed Ian Church on the disabled list.
May 30: The Edmonton Capitals of the Golden Baseball League placed Armando Carrasco on waivers.
May 31: The Pensacola Pelicans of the American Association signed Randy Keisler to a contract for the 2010 season.
May 31: The Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League placed Dewon Brazelton on the disabled list.
May 31: The Rockford RiverHawks of the Northern League acitvated Justin Knoff.
June 1: The Chico Outlaws of the Golden Baseball league placed Mike Rose on the inactive list.
June 2: The Edmonton Capitals of the Golden Baseball League released Armando Carrasco.
May 30: The Edmonton Capitals of the Golden Baseball League placed Armando Carrasco on waivers.
May 31: The Pensacola Pelicans of the American Association signed Randy Keisler to a contract for the 2010 season.
May 31: The Kansas City T-Bones of the Northern League placed Dewon Brazelton on the disabled list.
May 31: The Rockford RiverHawks of the Northern League acitvated Justin Knoff.
June 1: The Chico Outlaws of the Golden Baseball league placed Mike Rose on the inactive list.
June 2: The Edmonton Capitals of the Golden Baseball League released Armando Carrasco.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Former Cardinals Independent Transactions April 8-16, 2010
April 8: The Calgary Vipers of the Golden Baseball League signed Jonny Kaplan to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 9: The Normal Cornbelters of the Frontier League signed Tyler Lavigne to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 12: The Kalamazoo Kings of the Frontier League signed Matt Rigoli to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 12: The Fargo-Moorhead Red Hawks of the Northern League signed Donnie Smith to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 13: The Kansa City T-Bones of the Northern League signed Dewon Brazelton to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 14: The Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association signed Juan Richardson to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 14: The Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League signed Josh Phelps to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 15: The Brocton Rox of the Can-Am League signed Mike Smith to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 15: The Tijuana Cimarrones of the Golden Baseball League signed Dennis Abreu and Kristhiam Linares to contracts for the 2010 season.
April 16: The York Revolution of the Atlantic League signed Bob Zimmermann to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 9: The Normal Cornbelters of the Frontier League signed Tyler Lavigne to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 12: The Kalamazoo Kings of the Frontier League signed Matt Rigoli to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 12: The Fargo-Moorhead Red Hawks of the Northern League signed Donnie Smith to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 13: The Kansa City T-Bones of the Northern League signed Dewon Brazelton to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 14: The Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association signed Juan Richardson to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 14: The Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League signed Josh Phelps to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 15: The Brocton Rox of the Can-Am League signed Mike Smith to a contract for the 2010 season.
April 15: The Tijuana Cimarrones of the Golden Baseball League signed Dennis Abreu and Kristhiam Linares to contracts for the 2010 season.
April 16: The York Revolution of the Atlantic League signed Bob Zimmermann to a contract for the 2010 season.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Wagner Mateo Update
This past weekend, Mateo participated in the Power Showcase, a home run derby for high school-age players at Tropicana Field. Bryce Harper became a YouTube sensation with his performance at the event last year. Mateo wasn't as fortunate, as he failed to hit a home run and struggled to square balls up.
Baseball America
Baseball America
Monday, January 11, 2010
Chris Carpenter Named 2009 Conigliaro Winner
In past years, Chris Carpenter has been honored at the Boston Baseball Writers Dinner for his greatness on the mound, twice being named as the New England Player of the Year. On Thursday, Carpenter will receive an accolade that consists of far more than wins and strikeouts, being named as the winner of the 20th annual Tony Conigliaro Award.
Cardinals Official Site
Cardinals Official Site
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Ex-Cardinals Watch 9-13-09: Dmitri Young Improving; Chris Narveson Gets A Start; Joe Torre & Jason Marquis Look To Playoffs
Dmitri Young (Nationals):
Dmitri Young said he is recovering well from a torn left quadriceps and is in good health, but the veteran first baseman understands his career may be over.
Washington Times
Chris Narveson (Brewers):
That's changing in game No. 142. Left-handed reliever Chris Narveson will emerge from the bullpen to pinch-start for Manny Parra, still bothered by the neck spasms which had ended his most recent outing on Tuesday against St. Louis after one inning.
Brewers Official Site
Kevin Mulvey (Diamondbacks):
Rookie Kevin Mulvey, acquired from Minnesota on Sept. 1, was hit hard in his first career start. The right-hander had made two relief appearances for the Twins this season and two for the D-backs.
Mulvey (0-1) had barely gotten settled in on the mound before the Brewers jumped on top 1-0 in the first.
Milwaukee added two runs in the second and third innings and added one more before chasing Mulvey with two on and no one out in the fifth.
Diamondbacks Official Site
Max Scherzer (Diamondbacks):
Max Scherzer remains in uncharted territory.
The D-backs right-hander, who will start Sunday's series finale against the Brewers is in the final weeks of his first full season in the big leagues and his 154 innings pitched are the most he has thrown in his professional career.
Diamondbacks Official Site
Joe Torre (Dodgers MGR):
Owning a postseason managerial resume unparalleled in baseball history also means this isn't the first tight September stretch for Joe Torre, certainly far from it.
Dodgers Official Site
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
Even with a postseason berth on the line, injuries to a few Rockies starting pitchers will not force any extreme measures as the club sets its starting rotation for the final three weeks of the season.
Rockies Official Site
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
The Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League placed him on the inactive list.
Dmitri Young said he is recovering well from a torn left quadriceps and is in good health, but the veteran first baseman understands his career may be over.
Washington Times
Chris Narveson (Brewers):
That's changing in game No. 142. Left-handed reliever Chris Narveson will emerge from the bullpen to pinch-start for Manny Parra, still bothered by the neck spasms which had ended his most recent outing on Tuesday against St. Louis after one inning.
Brewers Official Site
Kevin Mulvey (Diamondbacks):
Rookie Kevin Mulvey, acquired from Minnesota on Sept. 1, was hit hard in his first career start. The right-hander had made two relief appearances for the Twins this season and two for the D-backs.
Mulvey (0-1) had barely gotten settled in on the mound before the Brewers jumped on top 1-0 in the first.
Milwaukee added two runs in the second and third innings and added one more before chasing Mulvey with two on and no one out in the fifth.
Diamondbacks Official Site
Max Scherzer (Diamondbacks):
Max Scherzer remains in uncharted territory.
The D-backs right-hander, who will start Sunday's series finale against the Brewers is in the final weeks of his first full season in the big leagues and his 154 innings pitched are the most he has thrown in his professional career.
Diamondbacks Official Site
Joe Torre (Dodgers MGR):
Owning a postseason managerial resume unparalleled in baseball history also means this isn't the first tight September stretch for Joe Torre, certainly far from it.
Dodgers Official Site
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
Even with a postseason berth on the line, injuries to a few Rockies starting pitchers will not force any extreme measures as the club sets its starting rotation for the final three weeks of the season.
Rockies Official Site
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
The Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League placed him on the inactive list.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Ex-Cardinals Watch 4-28-09: Nick Webber Signs Deal, Russell Branyan 5-for-5, Ricky Stone Undergoing Chemotherapy, Julian Tavarez & Kip Wells Closers
Ricky Stone (Free Agent):
Former Reds and Astros pitcher Ricky Stone was in the clubhouse before the game. Stone suffered a seizure last year on Aug. 8, after a Reds-Astros game in fact.
A brain tumor was discovered. He had surgery to remove the tumor and is undergoing chemotherapy.
“It’s going good,” he said. “I’m on chemo five days and off 23. I’m staying fit and doing all I can do.”
Stone gets some of his treatment in Houston. He stays with LanceBerkman when he’s down there.
Cincinnati Enquirer
J.D. Drew (Red Sox):
Also, J.D. Drew returns to the starting lineup. He did not start last night because of a tight left quadriceps, but he did pinch hit in the ninth inning.
Boston Globe
Jamie Moyer (Phillies) & John Mabry (Retired):
The Moyer Foundation, a nonprofit organization established by Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer and his wife, Karen, haas teamed with Annie's Hope, a bereavement center for kids, to open Camp Erin in St. Louis.
Belleville News-Democrat
Nick Webber (Kansas City):
Pitchers Cody McAllister, 25, and Nick Webber, 24, have also signed 2009 contracts and will come to camp to compete for spots in the starting rotation. McAllister has spent the last two seasons in the Boston Red Sox organization. Webber began his professional career in 2005 as a second round draft choice of the St. Louis Cardinals. He has spent the last four seasons in the Cardinals system, including a stint with Class AAA Memphis in 2008.
WIBW
Tyler Johnson (Mariners):
Tyler Johnson arrived in the major leagues as a 24-year-old rookie in 2006 with a fastball and a reputation that followed him from Southern California to St. Louis. The Cardinals loved his left-handed power pitching and his aggressive, get-me-if-you-can mound persona.
NY Times
Russell Branyan (Mariners):
Offensively, it was the kind of night in which Mariners first baseman Russell Branyan could shatter his bat and still muscle a double into right.
Mariners Official Site
Julian Tavarez & Kip Wells (Nationals):
The team will go with a bullpen-by-committee, with right-handers Julian Tavarez and Kip Wells as the late-inning options. Once left-hander Joe Beimel is activated from the disabled list next week, he will most likely be the closer, with Tavarez and Wells becoming the setup men.
Nationals Official Site
Placido Polanco (Tigers):
Let the Tigers' offense be defined by Miguel Cabrera's early tear, Brandon Inge's power surge and Josh Anderson's speedy April. Placido Polanco is quietly off to what might be quite a contract year.
Tigers Official Site
Cody Haerther (Blue Jays):
Double-A New Hampshire actived him off the 7-day disabled list.
Jason Isringhausen (Rays):
Transferred from Double-A Montgomery to Triple-A Durham.
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
There were two National League scouts at Sunday’s Riversharks-Patriots game.
Atlantic League Baseball
Former Reds and Astros pitcher Ricky Stone was in the clubhouse before the game. Stone suffered a seizure last year on Aug. 8, after a Reds-Astros game in fact.
A brain tumor was discovered. He had surgery to remove the tumor and is undergoing chemotherapy.
“It’s going good,” he said. “I’m on chemo five days and off 23. I’m staying fit and doing all I can do.”
Stone gets some of his treatment in Houston. He stays with LanceBerkman when he’s down there.
Cincinnati Enquirer
J.D. Drew (Red Sox):
Also, J.D. Drew returns to the starting lineup. He did not start last night because of a tight left quadriceps, but he did pinch hit in the ninth inning.
Boston Globe
Jamie Moyer (Phillies) & John Mabry (Retired):
The Moyer Foundation, a nonprofit organization established by Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer and his wife, Karen, haas teamed with Annie's Hope, a bereavement center for kids, to open Camp Erin in St. Louis.
Belleville News-Democrat
Nick Webber (Kansas City):
Pitchers Cody McAllister, 25, and Nick Webber, 24, have also signed 2009 contracts and will come to camp to compete for spots in the starting rotation. McAllister has spent the last two seasons in the Boston Red Sox organization. Webber began his professional career in 2005 as a second round draft choice of the St. Louis Cardinals. He has spent the last four seasons in the Cardinals system, including a stint with Class AAA Memphis in 2008.
WIBW
Tyler Johnson (Mariners):
Tyler Johnson arrived in the major leagues as a 24-year-old rookie in 2006 with a fastball and a reputation that followed him from Southern California to St. Louis. The Cardinals loved his left-handed power pitching and his aggressive, get-me-if-you-can mound persona.
NY Times
Russell Branyan (Mariners):
Offensively, it was the kind of night in which Mariners first baseman Russell Branyan could shatter his bat and still muscle a double into right.
Mariners Official Site
Julian Tavarez & Kip Wells (Nationals):
The team will go with a bullpen-by-committee, with right-handers Julian Tavarez and Kip Wells as the late-inning options. Once left-hander Joe Beimel is activated from the disabled list next week, he will most likely be the closer, with Tavarez and Wells becoming the setup men.
Nationals Official Site
Placido Polanco (Tigers):
Let the Tigers' offense be defined by Miguel Cabrera's early tear, Brandon Inge's power surge and Josh Anderson's speedy April. Placido Polanco is quietly off to what might be quite a contract year.
Tigers Official Site
Cody Haerther (Blue Jays):
Double-A New Hampshire actived him off the 7-day disabled list.
Jason Isringhausen (Rays):
Transferred from Double-A Montgomery to Triple-A Durham.
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
There were two National League scouts at Sunday’s Riversharks-Patriots game.
Atlantic League Baseball
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Ex-Cardinals Watch 4-26-09: Chris Gibson Promoted; Jack Wilson On D.L.; Strong Starts By Jamie Moyer, Jason Marquis, & Sidney Ponson
Dmitri Young (Nationals):
First baseman Dmitri Young remains at the team's spring training complex in Viera, Fla., but is getting closer to a rehab assignment -- probably a 20-day term with Class AAA Syracuse, acting general manager Mike Rizzo said. Young has struggled since the beginning of March with back problems. "Yeah, I think he's getting better," Rizzo said. "He played nine innings yesterday, so I think he's getting closer." . . .
The Washington Post
Jeff Weaver (Dodgers):
Jeff Weaver made his first Triple-A start Saturday night, making 60 pitches and allowing one earned run in 3 1/3 innings. Eric Milton has pitched well in two of his past three starts at Triple-A. But Torre said "we have no plans yet [on replacing McDonald in the rotation]. Until they tell me we do, he'll still be that guy. No anticipation to change it. We haven't really talked a lot about any change right now. We'll wait until [Cory] Wade comes back and see where we are."
Dodgers Official Site
Jamie Moyer (Phillies):
Phillies left-hander Jamie Moyer allowed one run in six innings Sunday in a 13-2 victory over the Marlins at Dolphin Stadium. The victory completed a three-game sweep, put the Phillies (9-8) over .500 for the second time this season and moved them into second place in the National League East, 1 1/2 games behind the slumping Marlins.
Phillies Official Site
Jack Wilson (Pirates):
An offense already hampered by injuries took another hit on Saturday when the Pirates announced that shortstop Jack Wilson would be placed on the 15-day disabled list due to a lingering left middle finger sprain.
Pirates Official Site
Troy Percival & Joe Nelson (Rays):
Despite a slow start, the Rays' bullpen is coming along, which should be expected given the composition of this year's group.
Rays Official Site
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
The biggest performance of the day came from Marquis (3-1), whose quality start stopped a three-game losing streak for the second time this season. Marquis held the Dodgers scoreless through five before finally yielding a pair in the sixth on a leadoff single up the middle from Juan Pierre and a walk to Orlando Hudson followed by a double to right from James Loney.
Rockies Official Site
Sidney Ponson (Royals):
Pitcher Sidney Ponson was at the top of his game but the Royals' hitters were not. As a result, the Royals no longer are at the top of the standings.
Royals Official Site
Chris Gibson (Dodgers):
Promoted from Rookie Level Ogden (Extended Spring Traning) to A-Advanced Inland Empire.
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
Photos from his Sunday start.
Atlantic League Baseball
First baseman Dmitri Young remains at the team's spring training complex in Viera, Fla., but is getting closer to a rehab assignment -- probably a 20-day term with Class AAA Syracuse, acting general manager Mike Rizzo said. Young has struggled since the beginning of March with back problems. "Yeah, I think he's getting better," Rizzo said. "He played nine innings yesterday, so I think he's getting closer." . . .
The Washington Post
Jeff Weaver (Dodgers):
Jeff Weaver made his first Triple-A start Saturday night, making 60 pitches and allowing one earned run in 3 1/3 innings. Eric Milton has pitched well in two of his past three starts at Triple-A. But Torre said "we have no plans yet [on replacing McDonald in the rotation]. Until they tell me we do, he'll still be that guy. No anticipation to change it. We haven't really talked a lot about any change right now. We'll wait until [Cory] Wade comes back and see where we are."
Dodgers Official Site
Jamie Moyer (Phillies):
Phillies left-hander Jamie Moyer allowed one run in six innings Sunday in a 13-2 victory over the Marlins at Dolphin Stadium. The victory completed a three-game sweep, put the Phillies (9-8) over .500 for the second time this season and moved them into second place in the National League East, 1 1/2 games behind the slumping Marlins.
Phillies Official Site
Jack Wilson (Pirates):
An offense already hampered by injuries took another hit on Saturday when the Pirates announced that shortstop Jack Wilson would be placed on the 15-day disabled list due to a lingering left middle finger sprain.
Pirates Official Site
Troy Percival & Joe Nelson (Rays):
Despite a slow start, the Rays' bullpen is coming along, which should be expected given the composition of this year's group.
Rays Official Site
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
The biggest performance of the day came from Marquis (3-1), whose quality start stopped a three-game losing streak for the second time this season. Marquis held the Dodgers scoreless through five before finally yielding a pair in the sixth on a leadoff single up the middle from Juan Pierre and a walk to Orlando Hudson followed by a double to right from James Loney.
Rockies Official Site
Sidney Ponson (Royals):
Pitcher Sidney Ponson was at the top of his game but the Royals' hitters were not. As a result, the Royals no longer are at the top of the standings.
Royals Official Site
Chris Gibson (Dodgers):
Promoted from Rookie Level Ogden (Extended Spring Traning) to A-Advanced Inland Empire.
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
Photos from his Sunday start.
Atlantic League Baseball
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Former Cardinals Playing In The Independent Atlantic League 2009

Dewon Brazelton - Camden Riversharks
Troy Cate - Long Island Ducks
Andy Cavazos - Bridgeport Bluefish
Jose Garcia - Long Island Ducks
Raul Gonzalez - Long Island Ducks
Gerard Haran - Newark Bears
Johnny Hernandez - Long Island Ducks
Aaron Herr - Lancaster Barnstormers
Brandon Johnson* - Somerset Patriots
Randy Leek - Long Island Ducks
Franklin Perez - Bridgeport Bluefish
Josh Pressley# - Somerset Patriots
Mike Smith - York Revolution
Junior Spivey@ - Camden Riversharks
Preston Wilson - Long Island Ducks
Bob Zimmermann - York Revolution
Cardinals 2009 Spring Camp Tryout:
Eric Ackerman - Lancaster Barnstormers
Atlantic League Official Site
Atlantic League Baseball Blogspot
Atlantic League Opens Their Season On April 23.
Missing In Action From 2008 Season:
Josh Brey (Lancaster), Alberto Castillo (Camden-Retired), Ivanon Coffie (Lancaster-Overseas), Will Cunnane (Newark), Matt Dryer (York-Retired), Chad Ehrnsberger (Newark), Chris Eickhorst (Bridgeport), Richard Giannotti (Southern Maryland), Jutt Hileman (Lancaster), John Nelson (Lancaster), Donovan Osborne (Long Island-Retired), Jason Pearson (Southern Maryland), Luis Rodriguez (Bridgeport), Rich Scalamadre (Newark), Jason Simontacchi (Long Island), Matthew Trent (York), Dave Veres (York), and Charles Weatherby+ (Lancaster).
*-Cardinals 2008 Spring Camp Tryout.
#-Released From Houston Astros Spring Camp.
@-Released From New York Mets Spring Camp.
+-Tagged Along With Eric Ackerman For A Tryout With The Cardinals During 2009 Spring Camp.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
The Cult Of The Sure Thing
With all the hype surrounding SDSU right-hander Stephen Strasburg this spring, I got to thinking about prospects and predicting their future. It's harder than it looks. In fact, it's impossible. The best we can do is make educated guesses based on assumptions and then hope we are right.
The Hardball Times
The Hardball Times
Monday, April 13, 2009
Ex-Cardinals Watch 4-13-09: Dewon Brazelton & Ryan Bird Sign Deals, Jeff Suppan Struggles, Ricky Bottalico Gets More Air Time
Dewon Brazelton (Camden):
RHP Dewon Brazelton, who got $4.2 million and won eight games from 2002-05, is making a comeback, signed by the independent Camden (N.J.) team after showing up unannounced at a recent tryout.
St. Petersburg Times
Jeff Suppan (Brewers):
When will Jeff Suppan become an effective pitcher again?
That question surely is on the minds of puzzled folks who support the Milwaukee Brewers this morning. And, truth be told, those who run the baseball operation have to be wondering the same thing.
JS Online
Ricky Bottalico (Retired):
Former Phils reliever Ricky Bottalico is enjoying more SportsNet work, thanks to his steady face time during the Phillies' playoff run last season and analyst Mitch Williams' heavier workload on MLB.com. He's doing pregame and postgame shows for SportsNet, getting frequent shots on Daily News Live, and just started a Sunday afternoon features show on WPHT-AM (1210) with Phillies publicist John Brazer. Bottalico, 39, occasionally does analyst work on Lehigh Valley IronPigs games.
The Philadelphia Inquirer
Ryan Bird (Southern Illinois):
The Southern Illinois Miners are excited to announce the re-signing of the 2008 Frontier League Pitcher of the Year, Ryan Bird.
WPSD Local 6
Michel Hernandez (Rays):
Was placed on Triple-A Durham's reserve list.
Minor League Moves Of Ex-Cardinals:
CBNL's Summary From Baseball America
jrocke217 says: had to cut this short for Monday night, hopefully pick everything up tomorrow.
RHP Dewon Brazelton, who got $4.2 million and won eight games from 2002-05, is making a comeback, signed by the independent Camden (N.J.) team after showing up unannounced at a recent tryout.
St. Petersburg Times
Jeff Suppan (Brewers):
When will Jeff Suppan become an effective pitcher again?
That question surely is on the minds of puzzled folks who support the Milwaukee Brewers this morning. And, truth be told, those who run the baseball operation have to be wondering the same thing.
JS Online
Ricky Bottalico (Retired):
Former Phils reliever Ricky Bottalico is enjoying more SportsNet work, thanks to his steady face time during the Phillies' playoff run last season and analyst Mitch Williams' heavier workload on MLB.com. He's doing pregame and postgame shows for SportsNet, getting frequent shots on Daily News Live, and just started a Sunday afternoon features show on WPHT-AM (1210) with Phillies publicist John Brazer. Bottalico, 39, occasionally does analyst work on Lehigh Valley IronPigs games.
The Philadelphia Inquirer
Ryan Bird (Southern Illinois):
The Southern Illinois Miners are excited to announce the re-signing of the 2008 Frontier League Pitcher of the Year, Ryan Bird.
WPSD Local 6
Michel Hernandez (Rays):
Was placed on Triple-A Durham's reserve list.
Minor League Moves Of Ex-Cardinals:
CBNL's Summary From Baseball America
jrocke217 says: had to cut this short for Monday night, hopefully pick everything up tomorrow.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Ex-Cardinals Watch 4-8-09: Adam Daniels, Isaias Garcia, Stuart Pomeranz, & Kris Honel Sign Deals; Ronnie Belliard Injured
Ronnie Belliard (Nationals):
After I'm done filing the game story from this latest defeat (Marlins 6, Nats 4 - with plenty of drama in the ninth), I'll post a thick recap of reaction, odds and ends. But I wanted to first provide an injury update.
The Washington Post
Fernando Tatis (Mets):
Fernando Tatis may start at second base when the team faces a right-handed starter.
Mets Blog
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
Coors Field has been good to new Rockies right-handed pitcher Jason Marquis. He is 3-0 with a 2.51 ERA in five starts. To top that, he has a .400 batting average (4-for-10) with a double.
Rockies Official Site
Adam Daniels (Lincoln Saltdogs):
The Lincoln Saltdogs continued building their roster Tuesday, re-signing three members of the 2008 squad while adding a new arm in the bullpen. Outfielder Deacon Burns and three left-handed pitchers in Jonathan Figueroa, Adam Daniels and Nolan Chestnut all signed contracts for the 2009 season.
Lincoln Saltdogs Official Site
Isaias Garcia (Fort Worth Cats):
The Cats have signed infielders Isa Garcia and Aljay Davis to contracts for the 2009 season, it was announced today.
Fort Worth Cats Official Site
Dewon Brazelton (Camden Riversharks):
The Camden Riversharks made another signing on Saturday, adding former Major League pitcher Dewon Brazelton.
Camden Riversharks Official Site
Stuart Pomeranz (New Jersey Jackals):
Signed a contract for the 2009 season.
Kris Honel (Edmonton Capitals):
Signed contract for 2009 season.
After I'm done filing the game story from this latest defeat (Marlins 6, Nats 4 - with plenty of drama in the ninth), I'll post a thick recap of reaction, odds and ends. But I wanted to first provide an injury update.
The Washington Post
Fernando Tatis (Mets):
Fernando Tatis may start at second base when the team faces a right-handed starter.
Mets Blog
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
Coors Field has been good to new Rockies right-handed pitcher Jason Marquis. He is 3-0 with a 2.51 ERA in five starts. To top that, he has a .400 batting average (4-for-10) with a double.
Rockies Official Site
Adam Daniels (Lincoln Saltdogs):
The Lincoln Saltdogs continued building their roster Tuesday, re-signing three members of the 2008 squad while adding a new arm in the bullpen. Outfielder Deacon Burns and three left-handed pitchers in Jonathan Figueroa, Adam Daniels and Nolan Chestnut all signed contracts for the 2009 season.
Lincoln Saltdogs Official Site
Isaias Garcia (Fort Worth Cats):
The Cats have signed infielders Isa Garcia and Aljay Davis to contracts for the 2009 season, it was announced today.
Fort Worth Cats Official Site
Dewon Brazelton (Camden Riversharks):
The Camden Riversharks made another signing on Saturday, adding former Major League pitcher Dewon Brazelton.
Camden Riversharks Official Site
Stuart Pomeranz (New Jersey Jackals):
Signed a contract for the 2009 season.
Kris Honel (Edmonton Capitals):
Signed contract for 2009 season.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Ex-Cardinals Watch 4-6-09: Raul Gonzalez, Dewon Brazelton, Carlos Pupo, Felix Jose, & Matt Spade Sign Deals; Cesar Izturis & Felipe Lopez Hit HRs
Cesar Izturis (Orioles):
Hail Cesar. Baltimore manager Dave Trembley has often spoken of Cesar Izturis as his team's X-Factor, and he watched as the shortstop played a big role on Opening Day.
Orioles Official Site
Anthony Reyes (Indians):
Your first chance to see the Kinston Indians takes place Tuesday, April 7th as the K-Tribe hosts the defending NCAA Division II National Champions from Mount Olive College. The exhibition game starts at 7pm at Historic Grainger Stadium and Cleveland Indians starter Anthony Reyes is scheduled to take the hill for at least five innings. Reyes, penciled in as the fifth starter in the Big Tribe’s rotation, is getting in some extra work before the season starts. Making his Big League debut in 2005 with the St. Louis Cardinals, Reyes came to the Indians in a trade last season.
WITN
David Eckstein (Padres):
By raising his hands and attacking pitches as he did with the Cardinals from 2005-07, David Eckstein said he believes he can rebound from his disappointing season in 2008.
San Diego Union-Tribune
Felipe Lopez (Diamondbacks):
Felipe Lopez, making his debut in Sedona Red, and veteran Tony Clark each homered twice and both switch-hitters hit them from each side of the plate. It was the first time two teammates had ever done it on Opening Day and it was the first time in the regular season since New York's Jorge Posada and Bernie Williams on April 23, 2000.
Diamondbacks Official Site
Luke Gregerson (Padres):
There are nametags above the lockers and names stitched on the back of the jerseys, which might come in handy for Padres manager Bud Black as he attempts to decipher exactly who is in his bullpen.
Padres Offcial Site
Jamie Moyer (Phillies):
Things didn't go exactly as planned for the Phillies on Opening Night against the Braves, so they will look to left-hander Jamie Moyer to right the ship.
Phillies Offcial Site
Jack Wilson (Pirates):
Shortstop Jack Wilson raised his hands just slightly, and with it, spoiled the Cardinals' attempts to potentially christen a new closer and seal a home opener win on Monday.
Pirates Official Site
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
The Rockies ended Spring Training with thee of their five starters possessing ERAs above 6.00.
Rockies Official Site
Raul Gonzalez (Long Island Ducks):
Long Island Ducks team officials today announced the signing of outfielder Raul Gonzalez. The 35-year-old has enjoyed five stops in the Major Leagues with four different organizations (Mets, Cubs, Indians and Reds), earning his first call-up in 2000 at the age of 26 with the Cubs.
Atlantic League Official Site
Dewon Brazetlon (Camden Riversharks):
Thanks to Jeff, one of our many loyal readers, for pointing out that the Camden Riversharks have signed P Dewon Brazelton out of their open tryout.
Atlantic League Baseball News
Carlos Pupo (Rockford River Hawks):
The Rockford RiverHawks announced Monday that they have signed three players, two with experience in major-league organizations.
Rockford River Hawks Official Site
Felix Jose (Schaumburg Flyers):
Signed deal for 2009 season.
Matt Spade (Winnipeg Goldeyes):
Signed deal for 2009 season.
Hail Cesar. Baltimore manager Dave Trembley has often spoken of Cesar Izturis as his team's X-Factor, and he watched as the shortstop played a big role on Opening Day.
Orioles Official Site
Anthony Reyes (Indians):
Your first chance to see the Kinston Indians takes place Tuesday, April 7th as the K-Tribe hosts the defending NCAA Division II National Champions from Mount Olive College. The exhibition game starts at 7pm at Historic Grainger Stadium and Cleveland Indians starter Anthony Reyes is scheduled to take the hill for at least five innings. Reyes, penciled in as the fifth starter in the Big Tribe’s rotation, is getting in some extra work before the season starts. Making his Big League debut in 2005 with the St. Louis Cardinals, Reyes came to the Indians in a trade last season.
WITN
David Eckstein (Padres):
By raising his hands and attacking pitches as he did with the Cardinals from 2005-07, David Eckstein said he believes he can rebound from his disappointing season in 2008.
San Diego Union-Tribune
Felipe Lopez (Diamondbacks):
Felipe Lopez, making his debut in Sedona Red, and veteran Tony Clark each homered twice and both switch-hitters hit them from each side of the plate. It was the first time two teammates had ever done it on Opening Day and it was the first time in the regular season since New York's Jorge Posada and Bernie Williams on April 23, 2000.
Diamondbacks Official Site
Luke Gregerson (Padres):
There are nametags above the lockers and names stitched on the back of the jerseys, which might come in handy for Padres manager Bud Black as he attempts to decipher exactly who is in his bullpen.
Padres Offcial Site
Jamie Moyer (Phillies):
Things didn't go exactly as planned for the Phillies on Opening Night against the Braves, so they will look to left-hander Jamie Moyer to right the ship.
Phillies Offcial Site
Jack Wilson (Pirates):
Shortstop Jack Wilson raised his hands just slightly, and with it, spoiled the Cardinals' attempts to potentially christen a new closer and seal a home opener win on Monday.
Pirates Official Site
Jason Marquis (Rockies):
The Rockies ended Spring Training with thee of their five starters possessing ERAs above 6.00.
Rockies Official Site
Raul Gonzalez (Long Island Ducks):
Long Island Ducks team officials today announced the signing of outfielder Raul Gonzalez. The 35-year-old has enjoyed five stops in the Major Leagues with four different organizations (Mets, Cubs, Indians and Reds), earning his first call-up in 2000 at the age of 26 with the Cubs.
Atlantic League Official Site
Dewon Brazetlon (Camden Riversharks):
Thanks to Jeff, one of our many loyal readers, for pointing out that the Camden Riversharks have signed P Dewon Brazelton out of their open tryout.
Atlantic League Baseball News
Carlos Pupo (Rockford River Hawks):
The Rockford RiverHawks announced Monday that they have signed three players, two with experience in major-league organizations.
Rockford River Hawks Official Site
Felix Jose (Schaumburg Flyers):
Signed deal for 2009 season.
Matt Spade (Winnipeg Goldeyes):
Signed deal for 2009 season.
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