Hard to say, but there's a few takeaways that should've been obvious before: B.J. Upton can't be trusted. He was 0-for-Philadelphia, with 7 strikeouts -- three versus Kyle Kendrick. Baffling that Schafer sat on the bench all weekend even though he was apparently healthy enough to play. Until Jay Hey returns there's no reason not... Continue Reading →
Judging by Fredi's comments the former prospects would be advised to go apartment hunting in Buford. “We’re waiting for [Pastornicky] again this year,” Gonzalez said, in a good-natured tone that nonetheless sent a message. “Schafer probably has a tough time getting travel arrangements. He’s another one I’m going to grab. He only lives two exits... Continue Reading →
Increasingly we're hearing management say it's okay with internal LF/3B options, as if there are any. I'm encouraged by Juan Francisco's development, but there's nothing to suggest he won't add another 150+ strikeouts to a line-up that could easily lead the league in K's. Jose Constanza is a 4-A player at best, Evan Gattis is... Continue Reading →
Homering in your first MLB AB has guaranteed one thing: You won't make the Hall of Fame (hopefully Jay Hey changes that). Jermaine Dye and Will Clark are probably the best players to accomplish the feat. They are the exceptions among a fraternity that includes Esteban Yan, Johnnie LeMaster, John Montefusco and the 14th Brave... Continue Reading →
