Category Archives: Baseball Business

Rangers Land Darvish –

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Jim Sutliff

The Texas Rangers signed Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish to a six year contract. Darvish has the option to leave after 5 years if he achieves certain performance goals relating to the Cy Young award voting. Darvish went 18-6 last season with a 1.44 ERA … Continue reading →

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Joe Torre Group Looks To Buy Dodgers –

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Jim Sutliff

Joe Torre has left his position with Major League Baseball to join a group attempting to purchase the Los Angeles Dodgers. Torre was the Executive Vice President of Major League Baseball Operations. Prior to joining Major League Baseball, Torre was the manager … Continue reading →

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Twins Land Josh Willingham –

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Minnesota Twins landed free agent outfielder Josh Willingham. Willingham signed with the Twins in a deal worth $21 million. Last season, Willingham hit 29 homeruns and drove in 98 RBIs for the Oakland Athletics. Willingham has also played for the … Continue reading →

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Dodgers Sign Tony Gwynn Jr. –

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Tony Gwynn Jr. signed a two year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Gwynn will receive $850,000 in 2012 and $1.15 million for the 2013 season. Last season, Gwynn hit .256 for the Dodgers and had 12 doubles and 22 stolen bases. … Continue reading →

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Verlander Wins MVP –

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Justin Verlander won the American League MVP award and became the first pitcher to win the award since Dennis Eckersly in 1992. Last week, the Detroit Tigers pitcher won the Cy Young award. Jacoby Ellsbury of the Red Sox finished second in … Continue reading →

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Cardinals Win World Series –

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The St. Louis Cardinals won their 11th World Series with a a game seven win over the Texas Rangers. The Cardinals won 6-2 and Carpenter won his second game of the series. The Cardinals forced game seven after winning game six by a … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Irene Cancels Sporting Events –

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Hurricane Irene is forcing cancellations and schedule changes for many sporting events. The US Open cancelled a pre-tournament event and a PGA Tour playoff event was also cut short. The New York Mets and Yankees rescheduled their weekend games with the Braves … Continue reading →

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Strasburg Strikes Out 4 –

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Stephen Strasburg made his first appearance in class A ball and struck out four batters in 1 2/3 innings. Strasburg threw 25 strikes and only six balls in his return from elbow surgery. In addition, Strasburg was clocked in the … Continue reading →

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Pennant Race Trades –

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Fox Sports has an article on the recent trades in Major League Baseball and the effect that they will have on the pennant races. The article also discusses the New York Yankees and their decision not to make a trade before … Continue reading →

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Bedard Traded To Red Sox –

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Erik Bedard was traded from the Seattle Mariners to the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox acquired Bedard in a three way deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bedard is 4-7 on the year with a 3.45 E.R.A. Josh Fields … Continue reading →

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Mets Trade Beltran –

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The New York Mets traded All-Star outfielder Carlos Beltran to the San Francisco Giants. Currently, the Giants lead the National League West by three games and are attempting to improve their offense with the addition of Beltran. The Mets will … Continue reading →

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Blyleven & Alomar Enter Hall Of Fame –

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Bert Blyleven and Roberto Alomar were inducted into the Hall of Fame. Bert Blyleven played for two World Series teams, had 287 career wins, 3,701 strikeouts, as well as 60 shutouts. Roberto Alomar had 10 Gold Gloves and was an All-Star 12 times … Continue reading →

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All-Star Game Recap –

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The 2011 All-Star Game and home field advantage in the World Series was won by the National League. Major League Baseball has a recap of the All-Star Game, the Home Run Derby, and other All-Star Game events. In addition, MLB.com offers … Continue reading →

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Jeter Hits 3,000 –

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Derek Jeter hit a solo homerun for his 3,000th career hit. Jeter is only the 28th player to ever hit the 3,ooo mark and he is the only player to reach the mark as a New York Yankee. Wade Boggs is the only … Continue reading →

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Pujols Out For Six Weeks –

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Albert Pujols will be out for roughly six weeks with a fractured left wrist. Pujols is a three time National League Most Valuable Player. Pujols is hitting .279 on the year with 17 homeruns and 45 RBIs. The St. Louis … Continue reading →