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Author Archives: Jeremiah Graves
Five Reasons the Minnesota Twins Will Make the Postseason
The Minnesota Twins have a legitimate shot at winning the American League Central this season. Going into play on Saturday they sit just two and a half games behind the division leading Detroit Tigers and one half game behind the … Continue reading
Albert Pujols: Finally Becoming the Face of MLB
Since entering the league in 2001, Albert Pujols has never been “the man” in Major League Baseball. He has always played second-fiddle to the likes of Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez, and Manny Ramirez. Not in terms of talent, mind you. … Continue reading
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Ian Kinsler Still Not an All-Star
Major League Baseball announced Sunday that Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia has withdrawn from Tuesday’s All-Star Game to be with his wife who is in hospital. This gave American League manager Joe Maddon of the Tampa Bay Rays … Continue reading
Posted in All-Star Game, American League, Ian Kinsler, Texas Rangers
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30 Years Later: Disco Demolition Night
As the first-half winds to a close today, fans and players are looking forward to this week’s All-Star festivities. Fans in Chicago, however, have a reason to look back today. It was 30 years ago today, July 12, 1979, that … Continue reading
Posted in Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Chicago White Sox, MLB
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Out of His Element? Mauer Enters Home Run Derby
It was announced Friday that Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer will participate in the 2009 State Farm Home Run Derby. Mauer, a two-time batting champion, would seem an unlikely choice for the Derby, but he has already set a career … Continue reading
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Fixing the Twins Middle Infield: Internal Options
As baseball rolls through the final weekend before the All-Star break, it is easy to see that some changes are necessary if the Twins are serious about winning the division. Heading into play on Saturday the Twins’ record is a … Continue reading
Posted in AL Central, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Minnesota Twins, MLB
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Victor Martinez: Trade Winds are Blowing (from the East)
Bob Dylan’s classic ballad “The Times They Are A-Changin’” rings true for many people, especially Cleveland Indians fans. In Cleveland, the times sure are a-changin’. Unfortunately, the changes are not for the better. Two years ago, the Indians were one … Continue reading
B.J. Ryan: A Gamble Worth Taking
The Toronto Blue Jays released former closer B.J. Ryan prior to Wednesday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. As a result, the two-time All-Star is now a free-agent and can be signed for a prorated portion of the league minimum … Continue reading
Game On: The Roy Halladay Sweepstakes Has Officially Begun
Ladies and gentlemen. Boys and girls. Children of all ages. Step up, step right up! The Roy Halladay Sweepstakes has officially begun!! According to comments from Toronto Blue Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi at CBS Sportsline, the team is officially … Continue reading
Posted in AL East, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, MLB, Roy Halladay, Trade Rumors
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Scott Hairston: Movin’ on Up (the Coast)
In an attempt to add some power to an otherwise lackluster lineup, the Oakland Athletics traded two minor leaguers to acquire Scott Hairston from the San Diego Padres today. Hairston was hitting .299 with 10 home runs and 29 RBI … Continue reading
The All-Snubbed Team
As is the case every season, the official announcement of the rosters for the All-Star game has created some controversy. The fans and players votes have been tallied and some glaring omissions need to be mentioned. So without further adieu, … Continue reading
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Delmon Young: An Argument For Patience
Buy low and sell high. This may be the oldest cliché when it comes to investments, but it is also one of the most accurate. The Minnesota Twins missed that memo when they bought high by trading for Delmon Young … Continue reading
Minnesota Twins Preparing for an International Affair
The Minnesota Twins have spent most of June slowly gaining ground on the Detroit Tigers in the American League Central. Early next month, the Twins could quickly gain ground on the rest of the Major League Baseball when it comes … Continue reading
Bryce Harper: Prodigy, Savior, Teenager
Super prospect—and by “prospect,” I mean “teenager”—Bryce Harper has officially stated that he plans to forgo his final two years of high school so that he can enter next year’s amateur draft. Harper, just 16-years old, has decided to … Continue reading
Francisco Liriano: the Kid’s Alright
Francisco Liriano has served many roles in the eyes of Twins fans. In 2006, he was the second-coming of Johan Santana and part of a vicious one-two punch that would lead the Twins to the Promised Land. In 2007, he … Continue reading
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