What's the Buzz? 8/19/06
Congratulations to Greg Maddux for cracking the top 10 on the "all-time wins" list after getting his 329th to tie Steve Carlton. It wasn't the prettiest of outings, but with 10 runs of support from the Dodgers he was able to walk away with the win over the Giants. He should be getting the Diamondbacks his next time out so maybe he can continue to climb the ladder.
In the news today...
Just when you thought the Phillies were selling off this year, they go and take 3 of 4 from the Mets and are suddenly back in contention for the wild card. So what do they do? They go for some pitching help and pick up Jamie Moyer from the Mariners in exchange for two prospects, Andrew Baldwin and Andrew Barb. It appears that Seattle didn't really care what they were getting back as neither Baldwin nor Barb are expected to even break into the majors, which then poses the question, "How bad is Moyer these days?" He's a fly ball pitcher moving to a great hitter's park. AL to NL move aside, this doesn't look good for his overall numbers.
Rumors out of Cincinnati have closer Eddie Guardado as a possible candidate for the disabled list. He came in for some mop-up duty to get a little work in but only faced 2 batters, one a K and the other a single. He is likely still bothered by the forearm soreness and the Reds may not believe that just a few days off will help. Keep your ears open if you are using Everyday Eddie. Kansas City's Joe Nelson is looking better and better as an option these days.
And speaking of the Royals, 1B/DH Mike Sweeney is being called day to day already with soreness in his knee. These past few years have been marred with injuries. If the Royals were smart, they'd start bringing up and playing some of their rookies. Justin Huber would look great at DH right now while Ryan Shealy continues to play a solid first base.
A's manager Ken Macha says that he expects closer Huston Street to avoid the DL with his sore right groing. He says he won't pitch on Sunday and may need a few days off, but not the mandatory 15 if he went on the DL. Once again, Justin Duchscherer remains the next option for saves for, apparently, just the next few days.
There could be a little closer controversy in Arizona as the Diamondbacks were forced to pull closer Jorge Julio from the game after issuing 3 walks when he came in with a 4 run lead. Tony Pena was then brought in to replace him. Sure Pena let two inherited runnes score, but he finished off the ninth and grabbed his first save. Pena may be an interesting option if Julio continues to struggle.
It looks like Tomas De La Rosa is the new utility infielder with the Giants as the team put Kevin Frandsen on the DL today. For now De La Rosa has minimal value as a backup, but you know how old and frail that Giants infield can be.
So with Brandon Backe going back on the DL with a sprained UCL and rumors of Tommy John surgery circulate, it looks like rookie Jason Hirsh will continue to stay in the Astros rotation for the year. The team has also brought up Wandy Rodriguez again to do the emergency start today, but that didn't last too long. Not sure what's up with Wandy....he started the year so strongly. Maybe watch him if they use him again, but only if you're desperate for a starter at this point.
Hey, by the way...if you stuck it out and left Cardinals starter Mark Mulder on your bench all this time, he's coming back on Wednesday of this week. He didn't have very strong rehab starts and he looked like his command was off, but he should always be considered, especially if he comes back decently this week. He gets the Mets his first time out, so maybe keep him benched on emore week and see how he fares. After all, you waited this long...
The Yankees mad ea few minor moves today as they brought back OF Aaron Guiel and reliever Jeff Karstens. To make room the team sent down reliever Brian Brunney and "starter" Sidney Ponson. Brunney wasn't going to be available to pitch anyway for a few days due to his immense workload on Friday, and Ponson wasn't going to be available because the Yankees have a desire to win.
And finally, it's official...again. Padres SS Khalil Greene is back on the DL with his sprained middle finger. This guy just can't catch a break....well maybe a break, but not the one he was really looking for. His brittle fingers are keeping him out way too much for him to remain an everyday ball player. Geoff Blum's stock just shot up as he will take ovewr at short for atleast a month.
Oh yeah...one more thing....watch out for Johann Santana's next start. His blister problem, while it won't hold him out, hasn't fully healed and could affect him on his next start.
Catch you next time...
In the news today...
Just when you thought the Phillies were selling off this year, they go and take 3 of 4 from the Mets and are suddenly back in contention for the wild card. So what do they do? They go for some pitching help and pick up Jamie Moyer from the Mariners in exchange for two prospects, Andrew Baldwin and Andrew Barb. It appears that Seattle didn't really care what they were getting back as neither Baldwin nor Barb are expected to even break into the majors, which then poses the question, "How bad is Moyer these days?" He's a fly ball pitcher moving to a great hitter's park. AL to NL move aside, this doesn't look good for his overall numbers.
Rumors out of Cincinnati have closer Eddie Guardado as a possible candidate for the disabled list. He came in for some mop-up duty to get a little work in but only faced 2 batters, one a K and the other a single. He is likely still bothered by the forearm soreness and the Reds may not believe that just a few days off will help. Keep your ears open if you are using Everyday Eddie. Kansas City's Joe Nelson is looking better and better as an option these days.
And speaking of the Royals, 1B/DH Mike Sweeney is being called day to day already with soreness in his knee. These past few years have been marred with injuries. If the Royals were smart, they'd start bringing up and playing some of their rookies. Justin Huber would look great at DH right now while Ryan Shealy continues to play a solid first base.
A's manager Ken Macha says that he expects closer Huston Street to avoid the DL with his sore right groing. He says he won't pitch on Sunday and may need a few days off, but not the mandatory 15 if he went on the DL. Once again, Justin Duchscherer remains the next option for saves for, apparently, just the next few days.
There could be a little closer controversy in Arizona as the Diamondbacks were forced to pull closer Jorge Julio from the game after issuing 3 walks when he came in with a 4 run lead. Tony Pena was then brought in to replace him. Sure Pena let two inherited runnes score, but he finished off the ninth and grabbed his first save. Pena may be an interesting option if Julio continues to struggle.
It looks like Tomas De La Rosa is the new utility infielder with the Giants as the team put Kevin Frandsen on the DL today. For now De La Rosa has minimal value as a backup, but you know how old and frail that Giants infield can be.
So with Brandon Backe going back on the DL with a sprained UCL and rumors of Tommy John surgery circulate, it looks like rookie Jason Hirsh will continue to stay in the Astros rotation for the year. The team has also brought up Wandy Rodriguez again to do the emergency start today, but that didn't last too long. Not sure what's up with Wandy....he started the year so strongly. Maybe watch him if they use him again, but only if you're desperate for a starter at this point.
Hey, by the way...if you stuck it out and left Cardinals starter Mark Mulder on your bench all this time, he's coming back on Wednesday of this week. He didn't have very strong rehab starts and he looked like his command was off, but he should always be considered, especially if he comes back decently this week. He gets the Mets his first time out, so maybe keep him benched on emore week and see how he fares. After all, you waited this long...
The Yankees mad ea few minor moves today as they brought back OF Aaron Guiel and reliever Jeff Karstens. To make room the team sent down reliever Brian Brunney and "starter" Sidney Ponson. Brunney wasn't going to be available to pitch anyway for a few days due to his immense workload on Friday, and Ponson wasn't going to be available because the Yankees have a desire to win.
And finally, it's official...again. Padres SS Khalil Greene is back on the DL with his sprained middle finger. This guy just can't catch a break....well maybe a break, but not the one he was really looking for. His brittle fingers are keeping him out way too much for him to remain an everyday ball player. Geoff Blum's stock just shot up as he will take ovewr at short for atleast a month.
Oh yeah...one more thing....watch out for Johann Santana's next start. His blister problem, while it won't hold him out, hasn't fully healed and could affect him on his next start.
Catch you next time...
posted by Howard Bender at
10:59 PM
