2010 MLB Preseason Projections
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 8, 2010 12:19 PM EST
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Here is the order for preseason projections for the upcoming season:
1. Philadelphia Phillies (02.09.10)
2. Atlanta Braves (02.10.10)
3. Florida Marlins (02.11.10)
4. New York Mets (02.12.10)
5. Washington Nationals (02.13.10)
6. New York Yankees (02.15.10)
7. Boston Red Sox (02.16.10)
8. Tampa Bay Rays (02.18.10)
9. Toronto Blue Jays (02.19.10)
10. Baltimore Orioles (02.20.10)
11. St. Louis Cardinals (02.23.10)
12. Chicago Cubs (02.24.10)
13. Milwaukee Brewers (02.26.10)
14. Cincinnati Reds (02.28.10)
15. Houston Astros (03.02.10)
16. Pittsburgh Pirates (03.03.10)
17. Minnesota Twins (03.04.10)
18. Detroit Tigers (03.05.10)
19. Chicago White Sox (03.07.10)
20. Cleveland Indians (03.08.10)
21. Kansas City Royals (03.10.10)
22. Los Angeles Dodgers (03.12.10)
23. Colorado Rockies (03.14.10)
24. San Francisco Giants (03.15.10)
25. Arizona Diamondbacks (03.17.10)
26. San Diego Padres (03.18.10)
27. Los Angeles Angels (03.21.10)
28. Texas Rangers (03.22.10)
29. Seattle Mariners (03.24.10)
30. Oakland Athletics (03.26.10)
AL Standings Predictions (03.28.10)
NL Standings Predictions (03.30.10)
AL Award Predictions (04.01.10)
NL Award Predictions (04.02.10)
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Dodgers Invite Brian Giles to Spring Training
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 7, 2010 12:37 PM EST
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MLB.com is reporting that the Dodgers have signed outfielder Brian Giles to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training. Giles hit .191 in 61 games for the Padres last season, but is a career .291 hitter.
Giles needs to have a good showing if he wants to break Dodgers camp. Giles is very familiar with the NL West, having played with the Padres since 2003.
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Blue Jays acquire Dana Eveland
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 6, 2010 3:56 PM EST
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The Blue Jays have acquired Dana Eveland from the Athletics for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Not a terrible pick up for the Blue Jays, who hope Eveland can emerge as the hard throwing lefty the A's projected him to be.
He is sure to compete for a rotation spot or place in the bullpen; however, he is out of options so he will have to make the team or else be designated for assignment again.
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Nationals sign Adam Kennedy
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 6, 2010 11:21 AM EST
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The Nationals and free agent second baseman Adam Kennedy have agreed to a one year deal worth 1.25 million dollars plus a 2 million dollars option for 2011, according to ESPN.com.
Kennedy, an 11-year veteran with the Oakland Athletics, St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Angels, hit .289 with 11 home runs and 63 RBIs last season for the A's.
Kennedy turned out to be a nice fallback to Orlando Hudson, who signed with the Twins for a one year deal. The move means Cristian Guzman and Ian Desmond will share time at shortstop.
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Tigers, Braves remain interested in Johnny Damon
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 6, 2010 11:12 AM EST
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Multiple sources have informed FOX SPORTS that free agent Johnny Damon is still drawing interest from the Braves and Tigers.
Thus far, the Braves have taken a more passive approach than the Tigers. They would be happy to sign Damon if he "falls into their lap," one source said Friday, but are unlikely to offer him a lucrative deal.
Both teams fit the criteria that Damon is looking for. Both teams have spring training facilities near his Orlando home and play the majority of their games in the eastern time zone.
Damon, 36, hit .282 with a career high 24 home runs with a .365 on-base percentage in 143 games with the Yankees. The Reds are a possibility to sign him as well.
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Report: Marlins seriously pursuing Russell Branyan
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 4, 2010 8:17 PM EST
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According to sources, the Marlins are stepping up their pursuits for free agent Russell Branyan. Branyan was reportedly looking for a multi-year deal worth between 9-10 million dollars, but apparently no one was interested in paying him anywhere near that much.
The Marlins are believed to be looking to sign Branyan on a one year, incentive-laden contract. If they sign him, it would push Gaby Sanchez back to Triple-A for another season.
Branyan really has not drawn much interest elsewhere as of late. The Mets had some interest, but they are focusing on a catcher and may not want to spend on a first baseman as well.
The Pirates, Orioles, and Indians could all potentially be in the first base market.
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UPDATE: Twins emerge as front runner for Orlando Hudson
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 4, 2010 2:52 PM EST
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UPDATE: The Twins and free agent Orlando Hudson are closing in on a one year deal worth 5 million dollars, according to ESPN.com's Buster Olney. Hudson will take over at second base, pushing Nick Punto into more of a utility role. This appears to be a great signing for both sides.
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Diamondbacks considering Dana Eveland
by Eli Greenspan on Feb 4, 2010 1:05 PM EST
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Athletics pitcher Dana Eveland was designated for assignment last week, meaning he can be claimed by any team should he be put on waivers. Eveland struggled mightily in 13 games for the A's, posting a 7.16 ERA.
Eveland came over from the Diamondbacks in the Dan Haren trade, and A's GM Billy Beane spoke highly of Eveland in an interview with MLB Daily Dish:
Of the players we got, the guy that has the best chance is Dana Eveland. He has seen some time in the big leagues and has the chance to be the hard throwing lefty we need. He deserves the opportunity.
If the Diamondbacks make a move for Eveland, not only would they have to take someone off the 40-man roster, but he would have to make the team out of spring training or else be designated for assignment again (he is out of options).
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