Author Archives: Jeremiah Graves

About Jeremiah Graves

I am a professional library dude, a cheeseburger enthusiast, a wannabe writer, a slow-pitch softball center fielder, an avid hunter (of churros), a cat-person, and — hopefully — one of your two or three favorite Iowans.

Minnesota Inks Twins-Killer Jim Thome, but is he the Best Fit?

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Jim Thome is a member of the Minnesota Twins. Five years ago, those words would have me jumping up and down, screaming like a madman, and laying claim to the Twins’ inevitable American League pennant. The problem is that five … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Delmon Young, Free Agency, Jason Kubel, Jim Thome, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 2 Comments

Edge Returns to WWE and Wins the 2010 Royal Rumble

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Well, we all saw that one coming. In a move that has to be described as “less than shocking,” WWE superstar Edge returned to action Sunday night in Atlanta and won the over-the-top rope battle royal to cash his ticket … Continue reading →

Posted in Edge, Professional Wrestling, Royal Rumble, WWE | Leave a comment

Is Johnny Damon a Fit for the Seattle Mariners?

Posted on January 28, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Johnny Damon is a popular subject lately, but not for good reasons. It’s nearly February and Damon, coming off a very solid season, is finding his pool of potential suitors to be very, very shallow. It was long assumed that … Continue reading →

Posted in AL West, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Johnny Damon, MLB, Seattle Mariners | 1 Comment

Minnesota Twins: Five Free Agent Options at the Keystone Corner

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins need to improve the infield. The club is set at first base and shortstop with Justin Morneau and J.J. Hardy, respectively. Second base and third base, however, are both wide-open. Nick Punto figures to be guaranteed a … Continue reading →

Posted in Adam Kennedy, AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Felipe Lopez, Free Agency, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Nick Punto, Orlando Cabrera, Orlando Hudson, Ronnie Belliard | Leave a comment

Curt Schilling Hints at Potential Comeback

Posted on January 24, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Curt Schilling may be on the comeback trail. Schilling, who hasn’t pitched in the Majors since Game 2 of the 2007 World Series, hinted as much with this ambiguous tweet earlier today: “Working out again…..not sure I can add anything … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Twins: Offseason Options and Fans’ Optimism Dwindling Fast

Posted on January 24, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Fans of the Minnesota Twins tend to be a nervous bunch. This is largely due to years of inactivity, false hope, and empty promises from the front office. It seems that every year we’re given a decry that implies “this … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Ben Sheets, Bill Smith, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Felipe Lopez, Free Agency, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Orlando Hudson, Ranting | 1 Comment

Miguel Tejada, Baltimore Orioles Set for Reunion

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Miguel Tejada is headed back to Baltimore. The six-time All-Star has agreed on a one-year deal with the Orioles. The deal, which is currently pending a physical, was confirmed by Tejada during a phone interview with the Associated Press on … Continue reading →

Posted in AL East, American League, Awards, Baltimore Orioles, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Houston Astros, Miguel Tejada, MLB, MVP | 3 Comments

New York Mets Acquire Gary Matthews Jr.

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

It took a while, but Gary Matthews Jr. finally got his wish. Matthews, 35, has reportedly been traded to the New York Mets in exchange for a yet-to-be named “low salaried pitcher” off the big league roster. Matthews’ former team, … Continue reading →

Posted in AL West, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Gary Matthews Jr., Los Angeles Angels, MLB, MLB Trades, New York Mets, NL East | Leave a comment

Minnesota Twins Debate: Johnny Damon vs Eric Byrnes

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

“The Minnesota Twins should sign Eric Byrnes.” That was the general thesis statement of the article I wrote yesterday. In reaction to that article, the fine folks at “Baseball Musings” posed a good question. “Why Byrnes if you could sign … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Eric Byrnes, Johnny Damon, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 1 Comment

Joel Pineiro Signs with the Los Angeles Angels

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Joe Pineiro is packing his bags for the west coast. Pineiro has reportedly signed a two-year deal worth roughly $16 million with the Los Angeles Angels. The Angels suffered a number of free agent losses this offseason, but recouped some … Continue reading →

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Is Eric Byrnes an Option for the Minnesota Twins?

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Eric Byrnes is officially a free agent and might be exactly what the Twins are looking for this offseason. Byrnes, 33, was designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks last Friday when the club signed first baseman Adam LaRoche and … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Arizona Diamondbacks, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Eric Byrnes, Free Agency, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 1 Comment

Maybe It’s Just Me: The Bill Smith Inactivity Edition

Posted on January 16, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Maybe it’s just me, but I might hate Bill Smith. I’m not much for hating, but come on, it’s mid-January and all Smith has accomplished this offseason is trading for J.J. Hardy. Now that move was—admittedly—an impressive exploit by Smith … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Bill Smith, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Maybe It's Just Me, Minnesota Twins, MLB, MLB Trades, Ranting | 4 Comments

Florida Marlins Forced to Increase Payroll, Should Fans Increase Expectations?

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Florida Marlins are adding payroll, whether they like it or not. That is the agreement that Major League Baseball and the players’ union have come to after years of watching Marlins’ owner Jeffrey Loria line his pockets with money … Continue reading →

Posted in Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Dan Uggla, Free Agency, Josh Johnson, Miami Marlins, MLB, National League, NL East, Playoffs, Ricky Nolasco | Leave a comment

Joe Mauer Tops Minnesota Twins All-Decade Team

Posted on December 25, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

As the first decade of the 2000s comes to a close, it seems like a fine time for a little reflection. The Twins have arguably been one of baseball’s best franchises during the past decade. Largely under the watch of … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, All-Decade Team, American League, Awards, Baseball, Brad Radke, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Francisco Liriano, Jason Kubel, Joe Mauer, Joe Nathan, Johan Santana, Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Scott Baker | Leave a comment

Juan Pierre Traded to the Chicago White Sox

Posted on December 15, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Juan Pierre is a free man. After two long seasons, Pierre’s stint as baseball’s best fourth outfielder is presumably over. The Chicago White Sox have reportedly acquired the slap-hitting sensation from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for two minor … Continue reading →