Category Archives: Injuries

The Magic of Hesto Presto

Posted on April 9, 2015 by BeantownGiant

Within two days of Opening Day, the San Francisco Giants witnessed injury after injury. The comeback bid of Matt Cain fell short with a strained flexor tendon causing him to join Hunter Pence and Travis Ishikawa on the DL while … Continue reading →

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Phillies Could Trade Cliff Lee in Spring Training

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Phillies are in the midst of a long overdue rebuild and it’s looking more and more like a full-on clearance sale for established – and well-paid – veteran talent. General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. has already moved Jimmy Rollins … Continue reading →

Posted in A.J. Burnett, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Cliff Lee, Cole Hamels, Cy Young, Injuries, Jimmy Rollins, Jonathan Papelbon, Marlon Byrd, MLB, MLB Trades, Philadelphia Phillies, Ruben Amaro Jr., Ryan Howard, San Diego Padres, Trade Rumors | Leave a comment

Victor Martinez to Undergo Knee Surgery

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Detroit Tigers slugger Victor Martinez received some bad news Thursday when he learned that he’d torn the medial meniscus in his left knee and will require surgery. Martinez, 36, will go under the knife on Tuesday with renowned surgeon Dr. … Continue reading →

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Josh Hamilton to Undergo Shoulder Surgery, Doubtful for Opening Day

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Josh Hamilton’s tenure in Los Angeles hasn’t quite lived up to the expectations that came with the five-year, $125 million contract that he signed before the 2013 season. Now it looks as though he’s run into yet another speedbump. Angels’ … Continue reading →

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Karma’s Out to Get You, Kris Bryant

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Justin Kunkel

Dear Kris Bryant, Congratulations on becoming the top-ranked player in Minor League Baseball! I’m sure this is a very exciting time for you as you try to prove to your Major League affiliate that you are the perfect for for … Continue reading →

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Oakland Closer Sean Doolittle Expected to Miss Opening Day with Shoulder Injury

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

There is some unfortunate news coming out of Oakland this evening. We’re learning that Athletics closer Sean Doolittle has a “slight” rotator cuff tear and significant inflammation in his pitcher shoulder. The lefty received a platelet-rich plasma injection, but he … Continue reading →

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White Sox Add Veterans Jesse Crain and Geovany Soto

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Chicago White Sox continued their offseason overhaul today by signing reliever Jesse Crain and catcher Geovany Soto to minor league deals. Both veterans receive an invite to big league camp as part of their pacts with Chicago. Crain, 33, … Continue reading →

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Johan Santana’s Latest Comeback Bid Halted by Shoulder Pain

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Johan Santana’s comeback has hit another speed bump. Last week we covered Santana’s return to the mound for the Navegantes del Magallanes in the Venezuelan Winter League. Santana looked good, pitching two perfect innings against and facing a number of … Continue reading →

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Cardinals Ace Adam Wainwright Begins Post-Surgery Throwing Program

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Cardinals fans – and management – can breathe a sigh of relief, their ace is on his way back. Adam Wainwright played catch yesterday for the first time since undergoing right elbow surgery in October to repair damaged cartilage. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Adam Wainwright, Baseball, Carlos Martinez, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Injuries, James Shields, John Lackey, Lance Lynn, Max Scherzer, Michael Wacha, MLB, National League, NL Central, Spring Training, St. Louis Cardinals | 2 Comments

Alex Rodriguez Expects to Win the Yankees’ Third Base Job

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Alex Rodriguez drama is already starting. Okay, admittedly, when it comes to Alex Rodriguez, the drama never really stops; but this time around, it’s all about what role A-Rod will play for the Yankees in 2015. Rodriguez is working … Continue reading →

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Atlanta Braves Sign Veteran Southpaw Wandy Rodriguez

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Veteran left-hander Wandy Rodriguez has signed a minor-league deal with the Atlanta Braves. Rodriguez, 36, is coming off of two disappointing seasons in Pittsburgh that saw him make just 18 starts over the past two seasons as he was hampered … Continue reading →

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Johan Santana Impressive in Venezuelan League Debut

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Johan Santana began his latest comeback bid with a start in the Venezuelan Winter League on Tuesday night. There was some speculation that Santana might skip the start when rain pushed the first pitch back nearly two hours, but the … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Twins Showing Interest in Johan Santana’s Comeback Bid

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Johan Santana is attempting another comeback bid. While that is newsworthy all by itself, there’s even more to the story that peeks this blogger’s interest. It’s looking like Santana’s comeback could involve a reunion with the Minnesota Twins. That’s the … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baltimore Orioles, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Injuries, Johan Santana, Minnesota Twins, MLB, New York Mets | 1 Comment

Billy Beane Turns Rebuild into Reload

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

What a difference a day makes. On Friday, we covered what – at the time – appeared to be the Oakland Athletics waving the white flag on 2015 in preparation for a return to competitiveness down the road. Naturally, Billy … Continue reading →

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Examining Ryan Howard’s Trade Value

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Philadelphia Phillies are in the early stages of a long-overdue rebuild. The club has already shipped off long-time face of the franchise Jimmy Rollins to the Dodgers, parted ways with A.J. Burnett, and moved Marlon Byrd to the division-rival … Continue reading →