Posts Tagged ‘Colorado Rockies’
Fantasy in Five: Outfield rankings part two
In my previous Fantasy in Five blog, I gave you five top outfielders with my projections underneath them. Here’s part two of my top outfield rankings. 6. Carlos Gonzalez- The Rockies’ offense has propelled many major league hitters into the public eye (most recently Wilin Rosario). But where the primary example lies is in one of the most beautiful swings …
by Giovanni Mio on March 29th, 2013 1 Comments »
Fantasy in Five: Shortstop rankings
Welcome to another weekly edition of Fantasy in Five! If you haven’t jumped ship yet, I’ve given you my top five fantasy players for each position from catcher to second base, so it only makes sense we go to shortstop next. 1. Starlin Castro- At only 22 years of age and progressing with each season he plays, Castro has potential …
by Giovanni Mio on March 13th, 2013 Leave a comment »
Pardon Me: Addressing The MLB Playoff Reconstruction Debate
A few days back, Justin Cirillo of Not Another Sports Blog took a look at how Major League Baseball can successfully incorporate a new Wild Card system into their somewhat-controversial playoff system. Amongst Justin’s points are the inclusion of a sixth Wild Card team for both leagues, a preliminary round between the two Wild Card winners (a best-of-three series), abolishing …
by Jon Alba on August 28th, 2011 2 Comments »
To Whom It May Concern: Brian Cashman
cc: Yankees management Dear Brian Cashman: Over the last two decades, you’ve been the mastermind in an organization that would pull the trigger on any deal that even smells of “superstar” or “big name” no matter what the cost. Last week was your opportunity to do it all over again when the Colorado Rockies dangled their ace Ubaldo Jimenez in …
by Nkwa Asonye on August 4th, 2011 Leave a comment »
MLB Trade Deadline Update: Ludwick Close To Being Traded To Pittsburgh, Yanks Want Stewart
We are 30 minutes away from the 4:00 PM EST deadline! Here we go! -Jon Morosi is claiming that the Pittsburgh Pirates are close to acquiring OF Ryan Ludwick from the San Diego Padres. Many other sources agree with this report. -However, Jon Heyman believes that Cleveland is still in the hunt for Ludwick’s services. The two sides were said …
by Jon Alba on July 31st, 2011 Leave a comment »
SFC Day in Review: 4/20
We apologize for the downtime today, we had some major server problems. All is well again now! -New Redskins QB Donovan McNabb made headlines today, as he expressed interest in his team bringing in his former target, WR Terrell Owens. The two played as teammates from 2004-2005 with the Eagles, and their friendship fell apart after a major feud. The …
by Jon Alba on April 20th, 2010 Leave a comment »
April 17th a Great Night for the MLB: Ubaldo Pitches a No-No, Mets Defeat Cardinals in Twenty Innings
In what will with few doubts be the most exciting night of the young MLB season, Colorado Rockies ace Ubaldo Jimenez tossed a no-hitter against the Atlanta Braves. Meanwhile, the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals faced off for 20 innings of baseball in Busch Stadium Saturday night, and it was the Mets that came away victorious. – Despite …
by Carmine Caruso on April 18th, 2010 Leave a comment »
MLB News 1/23
On this tender Saturday evening in January, the hot stove shows no signs of cooling down! -The Baltimore Orioles agreed on a one-year deal with former shortstop Miguel Tejada, who will now play third base for the team. Tejada played for the Orioles from 2004-2007, winning a home run derby in the process. He was traded to the Astros in …
by Jon Alba on January 23rd, 2010 Leave a comment »
Holliday, Cards Agree to Deal
Matt Holliday, who was the biggest free agent available, is no longer looking for a team. He has decided to re-sign long term with the St. Louis Cardinals. – Holliday and the Cards have agreed to a deal worth about $120 million for 7 years. This will keep him in a Cardinal uniform through 2016, when he will be 36 …
by Carmine Caruso on January 5th, 2010 Leave a comment »
Hot Stove Update: 12/4
Here is a look at some hot stove news that has been crossing the wires today: -The Milwaukee Brewers have reportedly inked 38-year old C Greg Zaun to a deal, alongside making an offer for INF Craig Counsell to return. Zaun will make almost $2 million, while Counsell’s outline is unknown. -ESPN’s Buster Olney stated that the Yankees just had …
by Jon Alba on December 4th, 2009 Leave a comment »