What's the Buzz? 5/24/06
Well I don't know about all of you, but I had a lot going on in baseball today. I almost don't know where to begin. Don't you love it when you have 3 starters going on the same night and they all get the win? So good.
So I'll start with my bad news as I found out that Phillies phenom Cole Hamels was being put on the 15 day DL (retro to May 19) for shoulder tightness. He had an MRI done and it showed that there is no structural damage. No one seems to be too concerned so I have to assume for now that they're just being cautious with him. He should be activated when his 15 days are up.
Also, Yankees outfielder Gary Sheffield told the media today that he has a broken hamate bone in his hand, but opted to come back instead of surgery, which would have held him out for 4 to 6 weeks. If this is true, and not some Sheffield ploy, then his power should certainly be affected...and not in a good way. We're going to have to watch this one closely.
But then I found out that Coco Crisp will play in two extended spring training games Thursday and Friday and then play for AAA-Pawtucket on Saturday night. If all goes well he could be activated from the DL on Monday.
And now just some props for Mark Buehrle, Jeremy Bonderman and Miguel Batista. Thanks guys.
In other news...
Bartolo Colon will need another simulated game before he starts his rehab assignment according to pitching coach Bud Black. He still a ways away from coming back....you have to figure a mid June return is a best case scenario at this point.
The Angels did receive some good news when they found out that Darin Erstad will begin his rehab assignment next week. Although I think they should let him take his time and give Kendry Morales more of an opportunity.
The Orioles found out that Daniel Cabrera will be out for atleast another two weeks. His MRI didn't reveal any major damage, but he definitely won't come off the DL when he is eligible this weekend.
They did get a boost today though when 2B Brian Roberts was activated from the DL finally. He led off tonight and went 1 for 4 with a run scored.
More bad news for Brian Anderson owners as manager Ozzie Guillen said that Rob Mackowiak will get increased playing time over Anderson in center field.
The Twins rotation continues to overhaul as they've pushed back Scott Baker in favor of keeping rookie Boof Bonser on normal rest, while Kyle Lohse seems to be on his way out....of Minnesota that is. The Brewers and Blue Jays are interested, as were the Mets until...
The Mets traded away perennial whipping boy Jorge Julio to the Diamondbacks for Orlando Hernandez. Crazy that Arizona gave him up so cheaply. El Duque has always been a favorite of GM Omar Minaya and he loved pitching in New York. If he remains healthy, this could be a huge boost for the Mets rotation and for your fantasy team as he should see an increase in wins and the new home ballpark should help his ERA and WHIP.
A's starter Rich Harden threw a 40 pitche session without any problems. It looks like he could begin a rehab assignment next week, and barring any setbacks, could return in early June.
The Devil Rays are saying June 3rd as a possible return date for 2B Jorge Cantu. He's been out since early April with a broken bone in his foot.
The Phillies will get Aaron Rowand back this weekend from the disabled list. It's a shame that a guy like Shane Victorino has to sit, especially since he's been so hot. Just another reason the Phillies will give when they start shopping Bobby Abreu this summer.
The Cubs are considering skipping Kerry Wood in the rotation as he is still suffering from shoulder stiffness. So much for the big return.
The Cardinals will have to be careful as they ended up having to scratch Chris Carpenter from his start today due to an inflamed bursa sac under his right shoulder. First the back stiffness, and now this. The team has not said whether or not he will make his next start. Anthony Reyes may be called back sooner than expected.
Continuing to acquire as many players as possible, the Yankees picked up infielder Nick Green from the Devil Rays for cash considerations. He'll hang out in AAA for now, but he'll really only be needed if something drastic happens to the whole infield.
That's it...except...
Uh-oh....Brad Lidge blew it again. No outs and 4 runs. Ouch. Keep an eye on this.
Catch you next time...
So I'll start with my bad news as I found out that Phillies phenom Cole Hamels was being put on the 15 day DL (retro to May 19) for shoulder tightness. He had an MRI done and it showed that there is no structural damage. No one seems to be too concerned so I have to assume for now that they're just being cautious with him. He should be activated when his 15 days are up.
Also, Yankees outfielder Gary Sheffield told the media today that he has a broken hamate bone in his hand, but opted to come back instead of surgery, which would have held him out for 4 to 6 weeks. If this is true, and not some Sheffield ploy, then his power should certainly be affected...and not in a good way. We're going to have to watch this one closely.
But then I found out that Coco Crisp will play in two extended spring training games Thursday and Friday and then play for AAA-Pawtucket on Saturday night. If all goes well he could be activated from the DL on Monday.
And now just some props for Mark Buehrle, Jeremy Bonderman and Miguel Batista. Thanks guys.
In other news...
Bartolo Colon will need another simulated game before he starts his rehab assignment according to pitching coach Bud Black. He still a ways away from coming back....you have to figure a mid June return is a best case scenario at this point.
The Angels did receive some good news when they found out that Darin Erstad will begin his rehab assignment next week. Although I think they should let him take his time and give Kendry Morales more of an opportunity.
The Orioles found out that Daniel Cabrera will be out for atleast another two weeks. His MRI didn't reveal any major damage, but he definitely won't come off the DL when he is eligible this weekend.
They did get a boost today though when 2B Brian Roberts was activated from the DL finally. He led off tonight and went 1 for 4 with a run scored.
More bad news for Brian Anderson owners as manager Ozzie Guillen said that Rob Mackowiak will get increased playing time over Anderson in center field.
The Twins rotation continues to overhaul as they've pushed back Scott Baker in favor of keeping rookie Boof Bonser on normal rest, while Kyle Lohse seems to be on his way out....of Minnesota that is. The Brewers and Blue Jays are interested, as were the Mets until...
The Mets traded away perennial whipping boy Jorge Julio to the Diamondbacks for Orlando Hernandez. Crazy that Arizona gave him up so cheaply. El Duque has always been a favorite of GM Omar Minaya and he loved pitching in New York. If he remains healthy, this could be a huge boost for the Mets rotation and for your fantasy team as he should see an increase in wins and the new home ballpark should help his ERA and WHIP.
A's starter Rich Harden threw a 40 pitche session without any problems. It looks like he could begin a rehab assignment next week, and barring any setbacks, could return in early June.
The Devil Rays are saying June 3rd as a possible return date for 2B Jorge Cantu. He's been out since early April with a broken bone in his foot.
The Phillies will get Aaron Rowand back this weekend from the disabled list. It's a shame that a guy like Shane Victorino has to sit, especially since he's been so hot. Just another reason the Phillies will give when they start shopping Bobby Abreu this summer.
The Cubs are considering skipping Kerry Wood in the rotation as he is still suffering from shoulder stiffness. So much for the big return.
The Cardinals will have to be careful as they ended up having to scratch Chris Carpenter from his start today due to an inflamed bursa sac under his right shoulder. First the back stiffness, and now this. The team has not said whether or not he will make his next start. Anthony Reyes may be called back sooner than expected.
Continuing to acquire as many players as possible, the Yankees picked up infielder Nick Green from the Devil Rays for cash considerations. He'll hang out in AAA for now, but he'll really only be needed if something drastic happens to the whole infield.
That's it...except...
Uh-oh....Brad Lidge blew it again. No outs and 4 runs. Ouch. Keep an eye on this.
Catch you next time...
posted by Howard Bender at
10:29 PM
