Yadier Molina's Pickoff: The Recap

Much has already been written about St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina’s overall excellence, and rightfully so. He has won Gold Gloves in the most recent back-to-back seasons, has been the National League All-Star starter behind the plate the last two years and of course, the 28-year-old has a World Series ring.

The Cardinal Nation Blog

Ex-Cardinal Watch 6-8-09: Chad Gabriel, Spike Lundberg, Zack Pitts, & Reid Price All Sign Deals; Daric Barton Called Up; & Much More

Josh Pearce (Retired):
Josh Pearce, No. 82 (St. Louis), P, Univ. of Arizona (West Valley HS, Yakima)

Pearce made it to the major leagues for parts of three seasons with the Cardinals (2002-04), appearing in 13 games (three starts). But recurring shoulder problems ended his career in 2005. He is now student-teaching at Highland High School in Cowiche, Wash., while serving as a volunteer coach for his alma mater, West Valley of Yakima.
Seattle Times

Jack Wilson (Pirates):
Shortstop Jack Wilson has returned to the starting lineup after missing Sunday’s game with a sore muscle in his back.
Pittsburgh Tribune

Daric Barton (Athletics):
While the news of Sweeney is obviously unfortunate, the outfielder's first DL stint of the season didn't come as much of a surprise as the choice to recall one of Sweeney's best buddies, Daric Barton, from Triple-A Sacramento to take his spot on the roster.
Athletics Official Site

Scott Rolen (Blue Jays):
Blue Jays third baseman Scott Rolen divulged to reporters before Monday's game in Texas that manager Cito Gaston has been telling him when he's going to get a day off.
Blue Jays Official Site

Dan Haren & Blaine Boyer (Diamondbacks):
Dan Haren wanted to set the record straight on his frustration following the D-backs' 18-inning win Sunday afternoon.

(Further Down) The D-backs will make a roster move Tuesday if Blaine Boyer reports. Boyer, a right-hander, was claimed off waivers from the Cardinals on Monday. Boyer has 72 hours to report.
Diamondbacks Official Site

Luis Perdomo (Padres):
Pitcher Luis Perdomo is on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left knee.
Padres Official Site

Jason Marquis (Rockies):
The Rockies acquired right-hander Jason Marquis this winter to solidify the back of their rotation. Now Marquis is at the top of the National League.
Rockies Official Site

Sean Danielson (Red Sox):
Triple-A Pawtucket placed him on the 7-day disabled list with left bicep tendinitis.

Danny Ardoin (Dodgers):
Triple-A Albuquerque placed him on the 7-day disabled list with a strained right calf.

Chad Gabriel (Grand Prairie):
The Grand Prairie Air Hogs of The American Association signed him to a contract for the 2009 season.

Spike Lundberg (Lancaster):
The Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League signed him to a contract for the 2009 season.

Junior Spivey (Camden):
The Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League reinstated him to the active list.

Zack Pitts (Washington):
The Washington Wild Things of the Frontier League signed him to a contract for the 2009 season.

Reid Price (Tucson):
The Tucson Toros of the Golden Baseball League signed him to a contract for the 2009 season.

Minor League Transactions 4-6-09

Reds released Ron Flores.
Dodgers signed Scott Thomas.
Dodgers outrighted Danny Ardoin.
Twins released Kris Honel.
Mets released Junior Spivey.
Cardinals optioned Chris Perez and Joe Mather.
Cardinals loaned Amaury Cazana to the Triple-A Mexican League.

Baseball America

Dodgers Cut Backup Catcher Danny Ardoin, Could Add Jeff Weaver To 40-Man Roster

The Dodgers freed up one roster spot Wednesday, outrighting veteran backup catcher Danny Ardoin to Triple-A.

Dodgers Official Site

Danny Ardoin To Be Removed From Dodgers' 40-Man Roster

Another roster spot expected to become available is that of backup catcher Danny Ardoin. He is out of options and almost certainly will not make the Major League club with Russell Martin and Brad Ausmus on the team. Ardoin would either be claimed by another club or outrighted to Triple-A, but won't remain on the 40-man roster.

Dodgers Official Site

Danny Ardoin Finding No Room With Dodgers

Remember Danny Ardoin?

The Dodgers apparently don't. The journeyman backup catcher took over as workhorse Russell Martin's seldom-used caddy last year when Gary Bennett got a case of the throwing yips and a foot injury. Ardoin, in his 10th organization over 14 professional seasons, was called up May 20 and finished out the year with the big league club.

Dodgers Official Site

Ex-Cardinals Watch 3-25-09: Placido Polanco 3-Run HR, Adam Kennedy 2-Run HR, Fernando Tatis & Danny Ardoin Both Double & 1 RBI

J.D. Drew (Red Sox): 0-for-3.
Red Sox beat Reds 2-1

Placido Polanco (Tigers): 1-for-4 with one home run, three RBIs, two runs, one walk, and one ground into double play.
Timo Perez (Tigers): 0-for-1 with one strikeout.
Fernando Tatis (Mets): 3-for-3 with one double, one RBI, and one run.
Marlon Anderson (Mets): 0-for-1 with one strikeout.
Ron Villone (Mets): Loss (0-1), one inning, four hits, four earned runs, and one walk. (g/f:1-2)
Tigers beat Mets 10-6

Ronnie Belliard (Nationals): 1-for-1 with one RBI.
Kip Wells (Nationals): Win (1-0), two innings, two hits, and one earned run. (g/f:4-2)
Nationals beat Braves 6-3

Jack Wilson (Pirates): 0-for-1.
Chris Richard (Rays): One RBI and one walk.
Adam Kennedy (Rays): 1-for-2 with one home run, two RBIs, and one run.
Troy Percival (Rays): Hold (4), one inning, no hits or runs, and one strikeout. (g/f:1-1)
Jason Isringhausen (Rays): Blown Save (1), one inning, two hits, one earned run, and one strikeout. (g/f:1-1)
Joe Nelson (Rays): Win (2-1), one inning, no hits or runs, and one strikeout. (g/f:0-2)
Rays beat Pirates 4-2

David Eckstein (Padres): 3-for-3 with one RBI and assisted in one double play.
Emil Brown (Padres): 0-for-2.
Edgar Gonzalez (Padres): 1-for-3 with one walk.
Padres lost to Indians 8-4

Mike McCoy (Rockies): 0-for-1.
Jason Marquis (Rockies): Started, Loss (0-3), 3. innings, ten hits, 12 runs (11 earned), four walks, one wild pitch, and one strikeout. (g/f:6-3)
Rockies lost to Angels 18-11

Danny Ardoin (Dodgers): 1-for-2 with one double, one RBI, one run, and threw out one runner.
Dodgers lost to Brewers 12-8

Ex-Cardinals Watch 3-24-09: Felipe Lopez Doubles & 1 RBI; So Taguchi, David Eckstein, & Russell Branyan 1 RBI Each; Daric Barton Triples

Marlon Anderson (Mets): 0-for-2 with one strikeout.
Fernando Tatis (Mets): 1-for-3 with one double.
Mets lost to Astros 8-0

Miguel Cairo (Phillies): 1-for-1 with two runs, one walk, one throwing error, and assisted in two double plays.
Scott Rolen (Blue Jays): 0-for-2 with one run, one walk, one stolen base, two strikeouts, and assisted in one double play.
Phillies beat Blue Jays 7-6

Jolbert Cabrera (Orioles): 0-for-1.
Orioles lost to Nationals 3-1

Vladimir Nunez (Braves): 0.2 innings, no hits or runs, and one strikeout. (g/f:0-1)(ir-s:3-0)
Braves lost to Pirates 5-2

Mike McCoy (Rockies): One walk, one stolen base, and assisted in one double play.
Mark Johnson (Cubs): 0-for-1 and allowed three stolen bases.
Aaron Miles (Cubs): 0-for-1 with one walk and one fielding error.
So Taguchi (Cubs): 1-for-2 with one RBI and one run.
Cubs beat Rockies 9-8

David Eckstein (Padres): 1-for-3 with one RBI and two runs.
Edgar Gonzalez (Padres): 1-for-2 with one double and one strikeout.
Padres lost to Angels 10-5

Felipe Lopez (Diamondbacks): 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI and one run.
D-Backs lost to Giants 7-3

Daric Barton (Athletics): 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one strikeout.
Coco Crisp (Royals): 2-for-3 with two runs and one ground into double play.
Jamey Wright (Royals): Two innings, no hits or runs, one walk, and two strikeouts. (g/f:4-0)
Royals beat A's 8-3

Russell Branyan (Mariners): 1-for-5 with one RBI.
Danny Ardoin (Dodgers): One walk.
M's beat Dodgers 8-6

Ex-Cardinals Watch 3-16-09: Timo Perez 4 Hits, 1 Triple, 1 HR, 2 RBIs; Russell Branyan Solo HR; Chris Narveson Earns Save

Alberto Castillo (Orioles): 1.1 innings, one hit, no runs, and one walk. (g/f:1-3)(ir-s:1-0)
Orioles lost to Twins 5-3

J.D. Drew (Red Sox): 0-for-3 with two strikeouts.
Red Sox beat Blue Jays 6-4

Timo Perez (Tigers): 4-for-5 with one triple, one home run, two RBIs, and three runs.
Placido Polanco (Tigers): 1-for-3 with one double, two RBIs (one w/two-outs), and one sac fly
Tigers beat Cardinals 7-6

Adam Kennedy (Rays): 1-for-2 with one strikeout.
Michel Hernandez (Rays): 0-for-1 with one walk and one strikeout.
Chris Richard (Rays): 0-for-1.
Jack Wilson (Pirates): 0-for-3 with one strikeout and assisted in one double play.
Rays beat Pirates 6-4

Terry Evans (Angels): 0-for-2.
Luis Perdomo (Giants): 0.1 innings, one hit, one earned run, three walks, two wild pitches, two errors, and one strikeout. (p-s:24-9)(ir-s:2-2)
Angels beat Giants 8-5

So Taguchi (Cubs): 0-for-2.
Chris Narveson (Brewers): Save (1), one inning, no hits or runs, and one strikeout. (g/f:0-2)
Brewers beat Cubs 9-6

Coco Crisp (Royals): 1-for-3 with one two-out RBI and one walk.
Jamey Wright (Royals): One inning, two hits, two earned runs, one hit by pitch, and one strikeout. (g/f:1-1)
Royals beat White Sox 11-7

Danny Ardoin (Dodgers): 0-for-1 with one RBI.
Jeff Weaver (Dodgers): 0.0 innings, two hits, four earned runs, one walk, adn one hit by pitch.
Daric Barton (Athletics): 1-for-2 with one double, one strikeout, and assisted in two double plays.
Athletics beat Dodgers 10-8

Hector Luna (Dodgers): 0-for-1 with one strikeout.
Russell Branyan (Mariners): 1-for-3 with one home run, one RBI, one run, two walks (one intentional), and two strikeouts.
M's beat Dodgers 4-3 in 10 innings

Prentice Redman (Mariners): 0-for-4.
M's lost to Indians 4-1

Cesar Izturis (Venezuela): Shortstop.
Felipe Lopez (Puerto Rico): 0-for-4 with two strikeouts and assisted in one double play.
Venezuela beat Puerto Rico 2-0

Ex-Cardinals Watch 3-10-09: Luis Perdomo Earns 2nd Save, So Taguchi 2 RBIs, Danny Ardoin & Russell Branyan Each Double & 1 RBI

Reid Gorecki (Braves): 1-for-2 with one run and one stolen base.
John Gall (Astros): 1-for-1 with one double and one run.
Chad Paronto (Astros): One inning, two hits, one earned run, and one strikeout. (g/f:1-1)
Braves beat Astros 7-4

J.D. Drew (Red Sox): 0-for-2 with one walk.
Red Sox lost to Orioles 5-1

Chris Lambert (Tigers): One inning, no hits or runs, and one walk. (g/f:3-0)
Tigers lost to Cardinals 5-2

Marlon Anderson (Mets): 3-for-4 and assisted in one double play.
Robinson Cancel (Mets): 0-for-2 with one strikeout, allowed one stolen base, and threw out one runner.
Ron Villone (Mets): One inning, no hits or runs. (g/f:1-2)
Ronnie Belliard (Nationals): 0-for-1 with one strikeout.
Mets & Nationals tied 5-5 after 10 innings

Scott Rolen (Blue Jays): 0-for-2.
Matt Clement (Blue Jays): Started, four innings, two hits, two earned runs, three walks, one wild pitch, and two strikeouts. (g/f:7-3)
Chris Richard (Rays): 0-for-1 with one run, one hit by pitch, and assisted in one double play.
Rays beat Blue Jays 11-4

John Rodriguez (Yankees): 0-for-1 with one run.
Yankees beat Reds 7-1

Danny Ardoin (Dodgers): 1-for-1 with one double, one RBI, and allowed one stolen base.
Jeff Weaver (Dodgers): Hold (2), one inning, two hits, one earned run, and one strikeout. (g/f:1-1)
Dodgers beat D-Backs 6-3

Aaron Miles (Cubs): 2-for-3 with one walk and assisted in one double play.
So Taguchi (Cubs): 1-for-3 with two RBIs and one run.
Prentice Redman (Mariners): 0-for-1.
Russell Branyan (Mariners): 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Cubs beat Mariners 8-1

Terry Evans (Angels): Pinch runner/ right field.
Angels beat Indians 8-4

Luis Perdomo (Giants): Save (2), one inning, one hit, no runs, and one strikeout. (g/f:2-0)
Giants beat Rangers 6-4

Cesar Izturis (Venezuela): 1-for-3.
Venezuela beat Italy 10-1

Ex-Cardinals Watch 3-6-09: Aaron Miles 2 RBIs, Marlon Anderson & Coco Crisp 1 RBI Each, Jeff Weaver Picks Up Hold

Ron Flores (Reds): One inning, no hits or run. (g/f:0-3)(ir-s:2-1)
Reds lost to Twins 3-0

J.D. Drew (Red Sox): 1-for-2 with one walk.
Red Sox beat Marlins 5-3

Marlon Anderson (Mets): 2-for-2 with one RBI
Mets beat Cardinals 5-4

Chris Richard (Rays): 0-for-2 with one walk, one strikeout, and one ground into double play.
Jack Wilson (Pirates): 0-for-2 with one walk and assisted in two double plays.
Rays beat Pirates 8-5

Jolbert Cabrera (Orioles): 0-for-1 with one strikeout.
Orioles beat Nationals 6-2

Reid Gorecki (Braves): 0-for-1.
Braves beat Astros 13-0

Miguel Cairo (Phillies): 0-for-1.
Phillies lost to Blue Jays 4-3

Placido Polanco (Tigers): 1-for-3 with one double and one run.
Timo Perez (Tigers): 0-for-1.
John Rodriguez (Yankees): 1-for-1.
Yankees beat Tigers 7-3

Randy Flores (Rockies): One inning, two hits, no runs, and two strikeouts. (g/f:1-0)
Rockies beat Padres 13-11

Hector Luna (Dodgers): 0-for-2.
Danny Ardoin (Dodgers): One Walk, one run, one throwing error, and allowed one stolen base.
Jeff Weaver (Dodgers): Hold (1), two innings, two hits, no runs, , one walk, and one strikeout. (g/f:3-2)
Aaron Miles (Cubs): 1-for-4 with two RBIs, one run, one walk, and one strikeout.
Mark Johnson (Cubs): Catcher.
So Taguchi (Cubs): 0-for-1.
Dodgers beat Cubs 5-4

Tomo Ohka (Indians): 1.2 innings, 6 hits, four earned runs, one home run, and two strikeouts. (g/f:2-1)
Rich Rundles (Indians): 0.1 innings, no hits or runs. (g/f:1-0)(ir-s:1-0)
Indians lost to Brewers 17-7

Prentice Redman (Mariners): 1-for-3 with two strikeouts.
Mariners lost to A's 12-1

Edgar Renteria (Giants): 1-for-4 and assisted in one double play.
Darren Oliver (Angels): One inning, one hit, and no runs. (g/f:3-0)
Angels beat Gaints 5-4

Coco Crisp (Royals): One RBI, two walks, and one sac fly.
Royals beat Rangers 8-7

Edgar Gonzalez (Mexico): 2-for-2 with one double, assisted in two double plays, and one throwing error.
Mexico lost to D-Backs 4-2

Ex-Cardinals Watch 2-28-09: Miguel Cairo Doubles & Hits Solo HR, J.D Drew Doubles & 1 RBI, John Gall 1 RBI, Vladimir Nunez Picks Up Save

Vladimir Nunez (Braves): Save (1), 1.1 innings, no hits or runs, one hit by pitch, and one strikeout. (ir-s:3-0)
Braves beat Blue Jays 6-3

Kiko Calero (Marlins): One inning, one hit, no runs, and one strikeout. (g/f:2-0)
Cesar Izturis (Orioles): 0-for-3 with one run and one strikeout.
Orioles beat Marlins 4-2

Robinson Cancel (Mets): 1-for-3 and one throwing error.
Placido Polanco (Tigers): 1-for-2 with one hit by pitch and one strikeout.
Tigers beat Mets 7-2

John Gall (Astros): 2-for-2 with one two-out RBI and one run.
Astros lost to Pirates 6-5

Adam Kennedy (Rays): 0-for-2 with one strikeout.
Michel Hernandez (Rays): 1-for-2 with one double, one run, one strikeout, and allowed one stolen base.
Miguel Cairo (Phillies): 2-for-3 with one double, one home run, one two-out RBI, two runs, one fielding error, and assisted in two double plays.
Phillies beat Rays 12-5

John Rodriguez (Yankees): 0-for-1.
Yankees lost to Twins 7-3

Terry Evans (Angels): Two Walks.
Matt Ginter (Brewers): Hold (1), 0.2 innings, two hits, two earned runs, and two walks. (g/f:2-0)
Brewers beat Angels 5-3

Tagg Bozied (Athletics): Played first base.
A's beat Indians 1-0

Emil Brown (Padres): 0-for-3 with two strikeouts.
Edgar Gonzalez (Padres): 0-for-2.
Mark Worrell (Padres): Hold (1), one inning, no hits or runs, and two walks. (g/f:1-2)
Coco Crisp (Royals): Three Walks and was picked off.
Padres and Royals tied 2-2 after 10 innings

Russell Branyan (Mariners): 0-for-3 with one strikeout.
M's beat Giants 6-4

Felipe Lopez (Diamondbacks): 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.
D-Backs lost to Rangers 6-4

Danny Ardoin (Dodgers): 1-for-1 with one double, two runs, and two walks.
Hector Luna (Dodgers): 0-for-2 with one run.
Jason Marquis (Rockies): Started, two innings, no hits, one unearned run, two walks, and one strikeout. (g/f:3-2)
Dodgers beat Rockies 13-5

J.D. Drew (Red Sox): 2-for-3 with one double, one RBI, and two runs.
Red Sox beat Reds 16-5

Ex-Cardinals Watch 10-1-08: Playoff Rosters Being Set, More 2008 Round-Ups, Eckstien Possible Coaching Replacement

Jeff Suppan & Russell Branyan(Brewers):
The Brewers settled on a 25-man roster for the National League Division Series on Tuesday, and the 25th man was as surprised as anybody.
Nelson Makes Brewers' NLDS Roster

Dan Haren(Diamondbacks):
Co-aces Brandon Webb and Dan Haren anchored a starting rotation that gave the team solid outings night in and night out.
D-Backs Start With Sizzle, End With Fizzle

Danny Ardoin(Dodgers):
Danny Ardoin is the backup catcher.
Furcal To Start, Bat Leadoff For Dodgers

Rick Eckstein(Nationals):
With Rick Eckstein promoted to the big leagues in late August, there is speculation that he will be the new hitting coach, but the Nationals declined to comment. Eckstein has become a popular figure in the Major and Minor Leagues. He is credited for teaching Ryan Langerhans how to hit again, and for getting Kory Casto back on the radar screen in the organization.
Nats Begin Search For New Coaches

Jaime Moyer & So Taguchi(Phillies):
Sitting at his locker after Sunday's final regular-season game, Phillies left-hander J.A. Happ made himself available, just in case.
Happ Part Of Phillies' Playoff Roster

J.D. Drew(RedSox):
With J.D. Drew and Mike Lowell still in the midst of the Red Sox's workout session, manager Terry Francona wasn't ready to divulge whether the two ailing players would be returning to his lineup for Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the Angels.
Francona Mum On Game 1 Lineup

Edgar Renteria(Tigers):
Edgar Renteria seemingly aged several years upon arrival in Detroit, and his limited range and arm at shortstop became the symbol for a defense that gave away too many outs.
Lofty Expectations Go Unmet In 2008

Ex-Cardinals Watch 9-20-08: A's All 40 Team, Bennett Still Out, Drew May Miss Playoffs, Suppan Hit Hard After Short Rest, Polanco Ejected

Oakland Athletics:
The A's asked their fans to vote online throughout the season to determine the best players during the club's 40 years in the East Bay, and five of them will be on hand Sunday when the 40th Anniversary Team is formally unveiled before the last home game of the season.
A's All-40 Team To Be Unveiled

Jeff Suppan(Brewers):
Suppan's September swoon, after a 5-0 August, begged the question of whether he's banged up. He spent two weeks on the disabled list in July with joint irritation in his right elbow.
Cincinnati Leaves Crew Cringing

Gary Bennett(Dodgers):
Speaking of catchers, Gary Bennett's left foot was in a walking boot after undergoing shock-wave therapy for plantar fasciitis.
Dodgers Have Mixed News On Injuries

J.D. Drew(RedSox):
The one thing Red Sox right fielder J.D. Drew had been during his lengthy absence from the lineup was optimistic. But Drew, who has been on the shelf with a troublesome lower back since Aug. 18, is finding that more difficult with each frustrating day.
Drew Dejected Over Balky Back

With J.D. Drew's back continuing to be problematic, Red Sox manager Terry Francona said that no decisions will be made on the next course of action until the team returns to Boston on Monday.
No Decision On Drew As Of Yet

Placido Polanco(Tigers):
Once they were yelling at each other, others rushed Martinez to keep him from getting any closer. Placido Polanco was the first, eventually knocking Martinez before Ordonez and Miguel Cabrera blocked the catcher.
Four Ejected In Tigers-Tribe Fracas

Ex-Cardinals Watch 9-15-08: Eckstein Back At 2B, Ardoin Catches Maddux, Drew Out Longer, Nelson Pulled Early

David Eckstein(Diamondbacks):
Replacing a three-time Gold Glove Award winner is no small task, but David Eckstein is trying his best to fill in capably at second base for Orlando Hudson.
Eckstein Readapting To Second Base

Danny Ardoin(Dodgers):
Two weeks after trailing the D-backs by 4 1/2 games in the National League West, the Dodgers entered play Sunday leading by 4 1/2 games and looking for a sweep of the Rockies.
Martin Gets Scheduled Day Off

Joe Nelson(Marlins):
It's manager Fredi Gonzalez's fault that right-hander Joe Nelson didn't get the save in Sunday's 8-7 victory over Washington.
Nelson Cramps Up, Loses Chance To Save

J.D. Drew(RedSox):
J.D. Drew will make the trip, but after getting an injection in his back Friday, he's not likely to be available to play until this Friday in Toronto according to a report in the Providence Journal.
RedSox News

Ex-Cardinals Watch 7-23-08: Kline Retires, Edmonds Hurting Again, Ardoin Knows Coors Field, Gonzlez Earns Day Off

Steve Kline(Retired):
Pitching coach Steve Kline? That is what the former reliever wants to do and said he would love to work for the Giants. The team might be interested in hiring him as an instructor.

Kline, who turns 36 next month, has not officially retired but said Wednesday, "I'm done." He pitched for the Giants in 2006 and 2007, was released at the end of spring training and signed a Triple-A contract with the Phillies. He struggled at Lehigh Valley, Pa., and was released after a blowup with an umpire.
Kline Retires

Jim Edmonds(Cubs):
Center fielder Jim Edmonds, who left Tuesday's game with pain in his surgically repaired left knee, is scheduled to have a precautionary MRI in Chicago today to make sure nothing is seriously wrong.
MRI For Edmonds

Danny Ardoin(Dodgers):
There is a mental approach to pitching in Coors Field that most visiting pitchers just don't get.
Ardoin Knows Coors Field Pitching Key

Edgar Gonzalez(Padres):
As it turns out, there is only one person who can slow Padres second baseman Edgar Gonzalez -- his manager, Bud Black.
Red-Hot Gonzlaez Gets Wednesday Off

Ex-Cardinals Watch 6-12-08: Wever Released, Ardoin Bumped From Start, Tomko DFA'd, Wells Rehab

Jeff Weaver(Free Agent):
The Brewers granted right-hander Jeff Weaver his unconditional release from Triple-A Nashville on Thursday, a day after the veteran's latest disappointing start.
Brewers Release Weaver From Nashville

Danny Ardoin(Dodgers):
Resolution of Matt Kemp's suspension cost backup catcher Danny Ardoin a start in Thursday's series finale with the Padres.
Martin Starts For Ardoin Behind Plate

Kip Wells(Rockies):
Reliever Kip Wells, who had surgery to remove a blood clot in his right hand, will throw the first of two bullpen sessions Saturday. Live batting practice will follow next Friday. He plans to extend his pitch count on his rehab assignment to leave him in position to start. "I would like to have that option," Wells said. "Otherwise, I am the stretched-out guy who doesn't have much of a role."
Footnotes

Brett Tomko(Royals):
Brett Tomko is out and Carlos Rosa is in as the Royals try to shore up their bullpen.
Royals Designate Tomko For Assignment

Ex-Cardinals Watch 6-11-08: Kline & Michael Released, Osborne Finds New Home, Nunez DFA'd, Gonzalez Hits 1st MLB HR, Ardoin Gets Playing Time

Steve Kline(Free Agent):
The Steve Kline experiment ended unceremoniously Wednesday, when the Phillies released the veteran left-hander from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Phillies Release Kline

Mark Michael(Free Agent):
Was released by Kansas City of the Northern League.

Donovan Osborne(Long Island/Atlantic League):
Long Island Ducks team officials today announced the signings of lefthanded pitchers Donovan Osborne and Vic Darensbourg. Both southpaws have pitched at the Major League level, combining for 56 wins and 472 games of big league experience.
Ducks Add Pair Of Big League Lefties

Emil Brown(Athletics):
For the better part of the season, Emil Brown has frequently been tagged as the RBI machine in the A's clubhouse -- until recently, that is.
Geren Downplays Brown Benching

Danny Ardoin(Dodgers):
Remember in Spring Training, when Dodgers manager Joe Torre said he planned to rest All-Star catcher Russell Martin more? How's that coming?
Ardoin Set To Catch Kuroda Again

Miguel Cairo(Mariners):
If performance was always judged strictly on numbers, then it's likely Miguel Cairo would no longer have a place in the Major Leagues.
Cairo's Numbers Don't Measure His Value

Abraham Nunez(Mets):
The Mets designated infielder Abraham Nunez for assignment after Tuesday's game to make room for Aguila. Nunez went hitless in two at-bats for the Mets.
Mets Add Aguila To Outfield Mix

Edgar Gonzalez(Padres):
It was a sense of satisfaction and pride that washed over Edgar Gonzalez on Wednesday when, after crossing home plate in the first inning, he was able to relish in the moment he had waited so long for.
Big Brother Gonzalez Shows Family Drive

Jolbert Cabrera(Reds):
The road back to the Major Leagues took twists and turns that Jolbert Cabrera never foresaw.
Cabrera Realizes Dream With Reds

Coco Crisp(RedSox):
Center fielder Coco Crisp will have the appeal of his seven-game suspension heard by Major League Baseball on June 23, meaning that he won't be forced to miss any games until then.
Crisp's Appeal Set For June 23

Ex-Cardinals Watch 6-2-08: Gonzalez Finds New Home, Barton Hits Solo HR, Suppan Decent Outing, Edmonds Doubles & 2 RBI's, Sweeney Doubles

Emil Brown & Daric Barton(Athletics):
Brown: 0-for-3 with 1 HBP, 1 GIDP, & 1 OF Assist.
Barton: 2-for-4 with 1 HR, 1 RBI, 1 Run, & 1 K.
A's Beat Tigers 3-2

Scott Rolen(Blue Jays):
It's safe to say that Scott Rolen has been a difference maker for the Blue Jays this season. With the third baseman missing from Toronto's lineup for the first three and a half weeks of the 2008 campaign, the team struggled out of the gate.
Scott Keeps Rolen Toward The Bronx

Jeff Suppan(Brewers):
Started, 7 Innings, 7 Hits, 3 Runs(All ER), 2 BB's, 1 HR, & 6 K's(pitches-strikes:96-59)(ground out-fly out:7-6)(0-for-2 At The Plate).
Brewers Beat D-Backs 4-3

Jim Edmonds(Cubs):
Jim Edmonds is happy to be home, even if it is San Diego.
Jim Edmonds Back In San Diego With Cubs

2-for-4 with 1 2B, 2 RBI's, 1 Run, & 1 K.
Cubs Beat Padres 7-6

Danny Ardoin & Mark Sweeney(Dodgers):
Ardoin: 1-for-3 with 1 Run, 1 BB, 1 K, & 1 GIDP.
Sweeney: 1-for-1 with 1 2B.
Dodgers Beat Rockies 8-2

Joe Nelson(Marlins):
0.1 Innings, 0 Hits Or Runs(pitches-strikes:3-2)(ground out-fly out:0-1)(inherited runners-scored:3-0).
Marlins Lose To Braves 7-5

Fernando Tatis(Mets):
1-for-4 with 2 K's.
Mets Lose To Giants 10-2

Raul Gonzalez(Mets):
Signed to a Minor League Contract after being released by Vaqueros Laguna(Mexican League).

Edgar Gonzalez(Padres):
0-for-2.
Padres Lose To Cubs 7-6

Jack Wilson(Pirates):
1-for-3 with 1 Sacrifice, 1 K, & Assisted In 1 Double Play.
Pirates Beat Cardinals 5-4

J.D. Drew & Coco Crisp(RedSox):
Drew: 1-for-4 with 2 K's & 1 OF Assist.
Crisp: 1-for-2 with 1 BB & 1 Sacrifice.
RedSox Lose To Orioles 6-3

Placido Polanco & Edgar Renteria(Tigers):
Polanco: 1-for-4 with 1 K & Assisted In 1 Double Play.
Renteria: 0-for-3 with 1 BB, 1 CS, & Assisted In 2 Double Plays.
Tigers Lose To A's 3-2

Ex-Cardinals Watch 5-27-08: Eckstein & Wilson Make Returns, Tavarez Makes Brewers Debut, Ardoin Makes MLB Debut, Tatis 2 RBI's, Haren Struggles

Emil Brown & Daric Barton(Athletics):
Brown: 1-for-4 with 1 Run, 1 SB, & 1 K.
Barton: 1-for-3 with 1 K.
A's Beat Blue Jays 3-1

Scott Rolen(Blue Jays):
Scott Rolen is no stranger to the All-Star Game, though he's only represented that National League during his career. After being acquired by the Blue Jays over the offseason, Rolen now has a chance to suit up for the American League.
Rolen Could Get First Chance At AL

David Eckstein & Hector Luna(Blue Jays):
David Eckstein was off the disabled list and back in the Blue Jays' lineup on Tuesday, but the shortstop wants to make sure he's eased back into the mix after missing three weeks with a right hip injury.
Eckstein To Be Weaned Back

Scott Rolen & David Eckstein(Blue Jays):
Rolen: 1-for-3 with 1 BB.
Eckstein: 2-for-3 with 1 BB.
Blue Jays Lost To A's 3-1

Julian Tavarez(Brewers):
The newest Brewer wanted to introduce himself to all of his teammates before introducing himself to reporters.
Brewers Add Tavarez To Bullpen Mix

Russell Branyan(Brewers):
Bill Hall barely said a word over the past four seasons as the Brewers pinballed him around the diamond, from third base to shortstop to center field and then back to third base. When it became clear over the weekend that Hall was losing his everyday spot in the lineup, he finally spoke up.
Hall Unhappy With Platoon At Third

Russell Branyan & Julian Tavarez(Brewers):
Branyan: 1-for-3 with 1 2B, 1 Run, 1 IBB, 1 K, & Assisted In 1 Double Play.
Tavarez: 1 Inning, 0 Hits Or Runs, & 1 K(pitches-strikes:8-6)(ground out-fly out:1-1).
Brewers Beat Braves 3-2

Jeff Weaver(Brewers):
As part of the free-agent deal Jeff Weaver signed with the Brewers, if the team doesn't call him up by Sunday, he can ask for his release. But it is iffy if that will happen since Weaver has done almost nothing to show he is a better option than anyone in the Brewers current rotation.
Yost Defends Team's Roster Shakeup

Jim Edmonds(Cubs):
Jim Edmonds has three hits in 20 at-bats since joining the Cubs, and it's a little early to judge what the outfielder can do, manager Lou Piniella said Tuesday.
Edmonds Getting Time To Find Form

0-for-4.
Cubs Beat Dodgers 3-1

Hendry felt it was a safe risk since it was low-cost and Edmonds is a proven playoff performer. But Edmonds has done nothing to disprove the assessment of most scouts and everyone in the general vicinity of San Diego that he's no longer a viable hitter. Hendry asked not to make "knee-jerk" reactions to Edmonds, but it's hard to see this one going on much longer, barring a sudden turnaround.
Ask Paul Sullivan

Dan Haren(Diamondbacks):
Loss(5-4), Started, 6 Innings, 9 Hits, 5 Runs(All ER), 1 BB, 1 WP, 2 HR's, & 7 K's(pitches-strikes:97-62)(ground out-fly out:6-5)(0-for-2 with 1 K At The Plate).
D-Backs Lose To Giants 6-3

Danny Ardoin(Dodgers):
Danny Ardoin doesn't speak Japanese and has never caught Hiroki Kuroda in a game, not even in Spring Training, but he wasn't worried about his scheduled Dodgers debut behind the plate Tuesday night against the Cubs.
Ardoin Sees No Barrier In Debut

Danny Ardoin & Mark Sweeney(Dodgers):
Ardoin: 0-for-3, Gunned Down 1 Runner, & Assisted In 1 Double Play.
Sweeney: 0-for-1 with 1 K.
Dodgers Lose To Cubs 3-1

Miguel Cairo(Mariners):
1-for-3 with 1 Sacrifice.
Mariners Beat RedSox 4-3

Joe Nelson(Marlins):
2 Innings, 2 Hits, 1 Run(ER), & 1 HBP, 3 K's(pitches-strikes:33-20)(ground out-fly out:1-2).
Marlins Lose To Mets 5-3

Fernando Tatis(Mets):
2-for-3 with 2 Two-Out RBI's, 1 SB, & 1 HBP.
Mets Beat Marlins 5-3

Marlon Anderson(Mets):
The Mets may have lost a little of their depth yesterday for an extended time. Righthander Matt Wise was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right rotator cuff tendinitis and infielder/outfielder Marlon Anderson was found to have a tear of his left hamstring.
Marlon, WiseAre Hurting

Dmitri Young(Nationals):
0-for-4 with 1 K.
Nationals Lose To Padres 4-2

Edgar Gonzalez(Padres):
0-for-1.
Padres Beat Nationals 4-2

So Taguchi(Phillies):
0-for-1.
Phillies Beat Rockies 7-4

Jack Wilson(Pirates):
Forty-seven games and 53 days later, Jack Wilson is back.
Wilson Reinstated From 15-Day D.L.

3-for-5 with 1 K & Assisted In 1 Double Play.
Pirates Lose To Reds 9-6

Mike Lincoln(Reds):
(H, 5), 1 Inning, 1 Hit, 0 Runs, 1 BB, 1 WP, & 2 K's(pitches-strikes:27-14)(ground out-fly out:1-0).
Reds Beat Pirates 9-6

Coco Crisp, J.D. Drew, & Mike Timlin(RedSox):
Crisp: 0-for-4 with 1 BB & 1 K.
Drew: 0-for-4.
Timlin: Loss(2-3), 0.2 Innings, 2 Hits, 1 Run(ER), & 1 IBB(pitches-strikes:13-7)(ground out-fly out:2-0).
RedSox Lose To M's 4-3

Placido Polanco & Edgar Renteria(Tigers):
Polanco: 0-for-3 with 1 K.
Renteria: 0-for-3 with 1 K.
Tigers Lose To Angels 3-2