Here are my predictions for comback player of the year
In the AL
1. Cliff Lee-Cleveland Indians
2. Mike Mussina-New York Yankees
3. Josh Hamilton-Texas Rangers
4. Milton Bradley-Texas Rangers
just missed....JD Drew-Boston Red Sox.
Lee was 5-8 last year with a 6.29 ERA and was sent down to Buffalo to get his stuff together. He rebounded in 2008 with a likely Cy Young performance 22-3, with a 2.54 ERA. Tough to vote against him. The Moose had his first 20 win season at age 39. Mussina was thought to be all washed up after last year's 11-10, 5.15 ERA year, in which it was expected he may not even make the starting rotation this year. But because of injuries, he came out strong and finished the same, going 20-11 with a 3.37 ERA. Josh Hamilton had an adequate season last year in the NL, hitting .292, with 19 homers and 47 ribbies for the Reds. But who expected the numbers he would put up this year after being acquired by Texas? .304, 32 Home runs and 130 RBIS, and probably the MVP of the home run hitting contest. Milton Bradley has always had trouble keeping himself healthy. Its been thought, its the only thing holding this guy back from having a monster breakout year. Last year he was hurt, as evidenced by his .265 average with only 13 home runs and 37 RBI's...but in 08, he brokeout, hitting .321 with 22 homers and 77 rbi's.
Tomorrow...NL
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Friday, October 3, 2008
Yawkey baseball at the Hall of Fame
During the weekend of September 14, 2008, the Somerville Alibrandis and the Revere Rockies represented the Thomas A Yawkey Baseball League in an exhibition tournament held at the shrine of baseball, Cooperstown, New York.
The two teams played back to back games in this tourney. Revere won the first game and the teams came out deadlocked in game two.
When I get more information about who played, and any statistical stuff, you'll be amongst the first to know.
The two teams played back to back games in this tourney. Revere won the first game and the teams came out deadlocked in game two.
When I get more information about who played, and any statistical stuff, you'll be amongst the first to know.
No New York teams
I thought I'd quickly comment on the wonderful breath of fresh air going through the major league playoffs. That would be the factor that there is no New York team that is currently participating. The Yankees, because they just aren't good enough, and the Mets, because they choked for the second straight season. This time, they blew a 2 and a half game wild card lead over Milwaukee with just 5 games to go. I'm disappointed for Pedro Martinez, as he is, as far as I'm concerned, still a class act. I'd still love to see him complete his career at Fenway.
It's interesting, as much as I can't stand the Yankees and what they stand for, my Cousin Arlen Showstack actually mentioned something to me that was very interesting. He asked me if all the Red Sox were traded to New York for all the Yankees, who would I root fot for?Hmmmm???!!!As tough as that sounds, rooting for ARod or Joba Chamberlain, makes me stomach turn at first. But I guess he's right. A fan of a team is a fan of a team first! I still hope it never happens. Only a Hall of Famer like Arlen would come up with that one.
It's interesting, as much as I can't stand the Yankees and what they stand for, my Cousin Arlen Showstack actually mentioned something to me that was very interesting. He asked me if all the Red Sox were traded to New York for all the Yankees, who would I root fot for?Hmmmm???!!!As tough as that sounds, rooting for ARod or Joba Chamberlain, makes me stomach turn at first. But I guess he's right. A fan of a team is a fan of a team first! I still hope it never happens. Only a Hall of Famer like Arlen would come up with that one.
Rookie of the Year
Here are my choices for the Major league Rookie of The Year
AL
1. Evan Longoria-Tampa Bay Rays
2. Alexei Ramirez-Chicago White Sox
3. Jacoby Ellsbury-Boston Red Sox
4. Brad Zieglier-Oakland A's
5. Alex Casilla-Minnesota Twins
Longoria came into this season with incredible expectations and he seemed to meet just about all of them. He was a great hitter, average wise and power wise, and a was a terrific third baseman. The Cuban Missile came out of nowhere to blast 30 homers for the Sox, to pretty much lead them to the Central Division crown. Everybody thought Ellsbury was the favorite for this award, but his slow start killed that. But, his finish has been near smoking and he stole 50 bases this year. Ziegler took over the closer spot for Street after throwing an unheard of amount of scoreless innings in a row. And Casilla replaced Brendan Harris when he went down with an injury, and the rest is history.
NL
1. Geovanny Soto-Chicago Cubs
2. Joy Votto-Cincinnati Reds
3. Jay Bruce-Cincinnati Reds
4. Jars Jurrjens-Atlanta Braves
5. Chase Headley-San Diego Padres
Soto came up at the end of last year and put huge batting numbers. He won the catching job for the Cubs, and belted 30 homers this year. Votto played first base and in the outfield and had both high average and power numbers for the Reds. Jay Bruce came up about a month and a half into the season and the NL could'nt get him out for two weeks. He could be THE star for years to come. Jurrjens could be the Ace of the staff for the Braves once the older pitchers start retiring, anytime now. Headley has incredible potential.
AL
1. Evan Longoria-Tampa Bay Rays
2. Alexei Ramirez-Chicago White Sox
3. Jacoby Ellsbury-Boston Red Sox
4. Brad Zieglier-Oakland A's
5. Alex Casilla-Minnesota Twins
Longoria came into this season with incredible expectations and he seemed to meet just about all of them. He was a great hitter, average wise and power wise, and a was a terrific third baseman. The Cuban Missile came out of nowhere to blast 30 homers for the Sox, to pretty much lead them to the Central Division crown. Everybody thought Ellsbury was the favorite for this award, but his slow start killed that. But, his finish has been near smoking and he stole 50 bases this year. Ziegler took over the closer spot for Street after throwing an unheard of amount of scoreless innings in a row. And Casilla replaced Brendan Harris when he went down with an injury, and the rest is history.
NL
1. Geovanny Soto-Chicago Cubs
2. Joy Votto-Cincinnati Reds
3. Jay Bruce-Cincinnati Reds
4. Jars Jurrjens-Atlanta Braves
5. Chase Headley-San Diego Padres
Soto came up at the end of last year and put huge batting numbers. He won the catching job for the Cubs, and belted 30 homers this year. Votto played first base and in the outfield and had both high average and power numbers for the Reds. Jay Bruce came up about a month and a half into the season and the NL could'nt get him out for two weeks. He could be THE star for years to come. Jurrjens could be the Ace of the staff for the Braves once the older pitchers start retiring, anytime now. Headley has incredible potential.
Trivia answer
The answer to yesterday's trivia question, the player that was hit in six six consecutive games.....Carlos Quentin of the Chicago White Sox this season.
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