What's the Buzz? 6/18/06
Let's just get right to it today...
It looks like the Padres will be putting OF Dave Roberts on the DL after all with a bruised right knee. He left Saturday's game after crashing into the wall. Eric Young should take over in his absence and it looks like Mark Bellhorn could star leading off. I, personally, think they should try Josh Barfield there for a bit and see what he can do.
The Braves put 1B/OF Brian Jordan on the DL which means that Adam LaRoche, for now, no longer has a platoon partner. Maybe some full time play could help him out and show he can do the job full time.
So long Steve Karsay. The A's announced his retirement today. The injury problems sucked, but it was still a fun ride wasn't it?
The awaited return of Bartolo Colon came today. Not bad. He went 7 1/3 allowing 6 runs, 4 earned, with 11 hits, 1 walk and 6 K's. The K's were encouraging as was the fact that he threw 115 pitches in his first game back. He is ready to return to your lineups. As previously reported, Jered Weaver was sent back to AAA-Salt Lake.
The Pirates lost pitcher Victor Santos to the 15 day DL with a strained right rotator cuff. Now owrd on how much time he will lose...an MRI will be done on Monday. Get ready for this....taking his roster spot is none other than Kip Wells, who was activated from the 60 day DL. Better wait a few starts before picking him up.
It appears that Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa wants to see more of Anthony Reyes on the mound this season. Sidney Ponson gets pushed to the bullpen, although LaRussa intimated that it could be a short stay there. Still, it is an odd choice as Ponson only has had 1 real bad outing (his last one) and he has the second best ERA on the team. We'll watch this one closely, but I assume Aruba's finest will be back sooner than later.
The so long to Lastings Milledge countdown began today with the activation of Xavier Nady today. Cliff Floyd is eligible to come off the DL on the 22nd so it's just going to depend on his recovery time.
The Blue Jays will have A.J. Burnett back on the mound for Thursday's contest against the Braves. He had a fairly successful final rehab start today and said he is not experiencing any pain or stiffness. Use him while you can.
Phil Nevin, always improving on that eligibility, started at catcher for the Cubs today. Even with the possibility of him behind the plate he still doesn't make for a very safe option.
Congratulations to Kenny Rogers for notching his 200th victory today against the Cubs. He's also the first pitcher to 10 wins in the major leagues and has been a solid option so far. Beware of him in the second half though. He may not tank, but he definitely won't repeat these numbers.
And while that happened, Tom Glavine moved up to 27th on the all time list with his 285th victory today. He gave up 4 runs, but he also struck out 6.
For everyone waiting, Albert Pujols took 30 swings off a tee the other day and if he remains pain free, he could be taking batting practice this week. That would definitely put him on a quicker pace to returning to your lineups.
Consider Nationals 1B Nick Johnson day to day with back spasms. It doesn't sound too serious, but you can't blame the team for being overly-cautious.
The Reds could be getting back 3B Edwin Encarnacion back by the end of the week. He's eligible to come off the DL on the 24th and should begin his rehab assignment by Wednesday.
Returning to the mound today was everyone's favorite injury risk, Mark Prior. He was smacked around for 8 runs, 7 earned in just 3 2/3 innings. His velocity was fine but his control was way off. It's probably safe to get him back in to your lineup this week, but be careful....his next injury is just around the corner.
Lastly...
How ridiculous is 1B Ryan Howard with his 23 HR and 59 RBI? Sick.
And how pretty is 2B Dan Uggla? Just keeps on hitting...
Catch you next time...
It looks like the Padres will be putting OF Dave Roberts on the DL after all with a bruised right knee. He left Saturday's game after crashing into the wall. Eric Young should take over in his absence and it looks like Mark Bellhorn could star leading off. I, personally, think they should try Josh Barfield there for a bit and see what he can do.
The Braves put 1B/OF Brian Jordan on the DL which means that Adam LaRoche, for now, no longer has a platoon partner. Maybe some full time play could help him out and show he can do the job full time.
So long Steve Karsay. The A's announced his retirement today. The injury problems sucked, but it was still a fun ride wasn't it?
The awaited return of Bartolo Colon came today. Not bad. He went 7 1/3 allowing 6 runs, 4 earned, with 11 hits, 1 walk and 6 K's. The K's were encouraging as was the fact that he threw 115 pitches in his first game back. He is ready to return to your lineups. As previously reported, Jered Weaver was sent back to AAA-Salt Lake.
The Pirates lost pitcher Victor Santos to the 15 day DL with a strained right rotator cuff. Now owrd on how much time he will lose...an MRI will be done on Monday. Get ready for this....taking his roster spot is none other than Kip Wells, who was activated from the 60 day DL. Better wait a few starts before picking him up.
It appears that Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa wants to see more of Anthony Reyes on the mound this season. Sidney Ponson gets pushed to the bullpen, although LaRussa intimated that it could be a short stay there. Still, it is an odd choice as Ponson only has had 1 real bad outing (his last one) and he has the second best ERA on the team. We'll watch this one closely, but I assume Aruba's finest will be back sooner than later.
The so long to Lastings Milledge countdown began today with the activation of Xavier Nady today. Cliff Floyd is eligible to come off the DL on the 22nd so it's just going to depend on his recovery time.
The Blue Jays will have A.J. Burnett back on the mound for Thursday's contest against the Braves. He had a fairly successful final rehab start today and said he is not experiencing any pain or stiffness. Use him while you can.
Phil Nevin, always improving on that eligibility, started at catcher for the Cubs today. Even with the possibility of him behind the plate he still doesn't make for a very safe option.
Congratulations to Kenny Rogers for notching his 200th victory today against the Cubs. He's also the first pitcher to 10 wins in the major leagues and has been a solid option so far. Beware of him in the second half though. He may not tank, but he definitely won't repeat these numbers.
And while that happened, Tom Glavine moved up to 27th on the all time list with his 285th victory today. He gave up 4 runs, but he also struck out 6.
For everyone waiting, Albert Pujols took 30 swings off a tee the other day and if he remains pain free, he could be taking batting practice this week. That would definitely put him on a quicker pace to returning to your lineups.
Consider Nationals 1B Nick Johnson day to day with back spasms. It doesn't sound too serious, but you can't blame the team for being overly-cautious.
The Reds could be getting back 3B Edwin Encarnacion back by the end of the week. He's eligible to come off the DL on the 24th and should begin his rehab assignment by Wednesday.
Returning to the mound today was everyone's favorite injury risk, Mark Prior. He was smacked around for 8 runs, 7 earned in just 3 2/3 innings. His velocity was fine but his control was way off. It's probably safe to get him back in to your lineup this week, but be careful....his next injury is just around the corner.
Lastly...
How ridiculous is 1B Ryan Howard with his 23 HR and 59 RBI? Sick.
And how pretty is 2B Dan Uggla? Just keeps on hitting...
Catch you next time...
posted by Howard Bender at
8:50 PM
