Tim McG Posted November 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2011 (edited) Posey is catching bullpen right now and the rest of the Giants' starters are on the mend. Now we wait and see if Brian Sabean can snag a big bat for the 2012 season. GO Giants! Rumors of Jose Reyes interest by the Giants. Not a big bat, but he might be a good sparkplug. I'm curious to see what happens with C.J. Wilson. He did nothing to enhance his standing in the playoffs and World Series. Don't know much about Reyes, but I'll dig around for a scouting report. I think CJ, a fan favorite, will stay in Texas. Even though he didn't pick up a WS win, his last outing was superb, IMHO. Is it possible to be a baseball fan in today's world and NOT know much about Reyes??? He is only one of the most exciting players to watch in the NL. Puleasssse. For East Coasters, sure. You know anything about Nate Schierholtz or Brandon Crawford or Madison Bumgarner? They're only the most exciting newcomers to the NL in years. Pul-leeeze. First of all, Reyes is not anywhere near a newcomer. Secondly, it's not like you live in Bumfuck, Iowa. In SF, you do receive an extraordinarily high level of news exposure, no? Actually, I live in the San Joaquin Valley [near Fresno], but I get your point. And no, East Coast ballplayers don't get much noteriety in a West Coast market. Sorry. I don't follow the Nationals much. But if you ask me about any one of the West Coast teams' players I will be happy to tell you about them. Including California, Texas, Washington State, Arizona and Colorado. Edited November 3, 2011 by GoodSpeak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETman Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Having lived at the center of the universe for the entirety of my life, I , of course, already know about all players everywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GA Russell Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Bob Forsch has died, a week after he threw out the first pitch at the World Series. http://www.foxnews.com/sports/2011/11/04/former-cardinals-pitcher-bob-forsch-dies/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neal Pomea Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Nationals sign again Chien-Ming Wang. Comeback player of the year? (do they still vote on Comeback player of the year anymore?) http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/nationals-journal/post/chien-ming-wang-set-to-re-sign-with-nationals/2011/11/03/gIQAIi1VjM_blog.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul secor Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Nationals sign again Chien-Ming Wang. Comeback player of the year? (do they still vote on Comeback player of the year anymore?) http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/nationals-journal/post/chien-ming-wang-set-to-re-sign-with-nationals/2011/11/03/gIQAIi1VjM_blog.html Hope he does well for the Nationals. And to the Nationals for sticking with him through his comeback. Wish the Yankees had done that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Bob Forsch has died, a week after he threw out the first pitch at the World Series. http://www.foxnews.c...ob-forsch-dies/ Sorry to hear that. I would remember Ken w/o prompting, but would have forgotten Bob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Jim Thome signs with the Phillies for a year: http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111104&content_id=25915372&vkey=news_phi&c_id=phi As does the article, I gotta wonder what his role will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnlitweiler Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Minnie Minoso is on the Veterans Committee's ballot of Baseball Hall of Fame candidates. Damn it, it's long, long overdue to vote him in. Don't blow it, Committee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave James Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 Minnie Minoso is on the Veterans Committee's ballot of Baseball Hall of Fame candidates. Damn it, it's long, long overdue to vote him in. Don't blow it, Committee. Same with Gil Hodges. C'mon, man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GA Russell Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 My vote would be for Jim Kaat. Not only did he win 285 games, but he won the Gold Glove something like 10-15 years in a row! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILLYQ Posted November 5, 2011 Report Share Posted November 5, 2011 Jim Thome signs with the Phillies for a year: http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111104&content_id=25915372&vkey=news_phi&c_id=phi As does the article, I gotta wonder what his role will be. IF Thome can still play some first he might be a hedge against Howard's injury.Otherwise it's strictly pinch hitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted November 6, 2011 Report Share Posted November 6, 2011 Goodspeak, I've heard that Giants were interested in Reyes, who is with the Mets, not Nationals. He is one of the top leadoff hitters today. Triples for him are routine and it's a thrill to watch him get them. Normally hits near 300 although this year won the batting title with around 344. Very strong arm. Generally stays healthy but did have trouble with his hammies this year. Will draw a lot of attention. Mets are unlikely to sign him. He's not just an east coast player but one of the top ss in baseball. Surprised you don't know who he is. Assume you've heard of Derek Jeter. In case you haven't he's a ss with the Yankees and going to HOF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim McG Posted November 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2011 Jim Thome signs with the Phillies for a year: http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111104&content_id=25915372&vkey=news_phi&c_id=phi As does the article, I gotta wonder what his role will be. I hope the Phillies choke on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted November 6, 2011 Report Share Posted November 6, 2011 Jim Thome signs with the Phillies for a year: http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111104&content_id=25915372&vkey=news_phi&c_id=phi As does the article, I gotta wonder what his role will be. I hope the Phillies choke on it. Why? What can you have against them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave James Posted November 6, 2011 Report Share Posted November 6, 2011 Goody, Any reaction to the talk of a Lincecum trade for more offense? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 A fan's sympathies to Ron Washington on the event of the passing of his mother, Fannie Washington, 90, of New Orleans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TedR Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Very sorry to hear this. I became a fan of Ron Washington during the course of the post season and the WS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Get ready for Yoenis Cespedes! http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/news?slug=jp-passan_yoenis_cespedes_cuban_defected_110611 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mD_ZrcUZv94 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Don't wanna watch that full 20 minute video? Don't be so sure! http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=15469 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim McG Posted November 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 (edited) Goodspeak, I've heard that Giants were interested in Reyes, who is with the Mets, not Nationals. He is one of the top leadoff hitters today. Triples for him are routine and it's a thrill to watch him get them. Normally hits near 300 although this year won the batting title with around 344. Very strong arm. Generally stays healthy but did have trouble with his hammies this year. Will draw a lot of attention. Mets are unlikely to sign him. He's not just an east coast player but one of the top ss in baseball. Surprised you don't know who he is. Assume you've heard of Derek Jeter. In case you haven't he's a ss with the Yankees and going to HOF Bad comparison, Brad. The Yankees are a media oriented team in a huge market; fans everywhere. The Mets have a a relatively small market share with very little media exposure unless you watch ESPN 24-7-365. Goody, Any reaction to the talk of a Lincecum trade for more offense? Just talk. I figure Jonathan Sanchez or Madison Bumgarner would be trade bait long before Lincecum. Edited November 7, 2011 by GoodSpeak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 And in fact.. http://newsok.com/royals-trade-cabrera-to-giants-for-sanchez/article/feed/315055?custom_click=headlines_widget Sanchez & Ryan Verdugo to the Royals for Melky Cabrera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILLYQ Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 And in fact.. http://newsok.com/royals-trade-cabrera-to-giants-for-sanchez/article/feed/315055?custom_click=headlines_widget Sanchez & Ryan Verdugo to the Royals for Melky Cabrera. Melky's a pretty decent player, definitely plays hard, great arm. He was a nice player on the Yanks and is still popular in NYC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim McG Posted November 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 (edited) And in fact.. http://newsok.com/royals-trade-cabrera-to-giants-for-sanchez/article/feed/315055?custom_click=headlines_widget Sanchez & Ryan Verdugo to the Royals for Melky Cabrera. You beat me to it, Jim: Giants acquire Melky Cabrera, send lefty Jonathan Sanchez to Royals link So, we wait and see if that works out for the Giants. Apparently, Volgelsong is staying in the rotation. Edited November 7, 2011 by GoodSpeak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted November 8, 2011 Report Share Posted November 8, 2011 The video is at the bottom of the piece. http://espn.go.com/b...medium=referral Or, if you want to scroll up a few posts, it's here: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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