Thursday, March 11, 2010 4:15

Author Archive

A’s Counting On Newly Seasoned Arms

Tuesday, March 9, 2010 9:30

Filed under: , ,

Justin DuchschererPHOENIX -- As lefty Brett Anderson burst onto the big-league scene last year, he had all the looks...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Progress Slow, but Royals Are Making It

Thursday, March 4, 2010 9:30

Filed under: ,

Billy ButlerSURPRISE, Ariz. - When Royals general manager Dayton Moore was looking for help, he didn't sugar-coat the message to prospective employees. There...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Swing Is the Thing for Alex Gordon

Friday, February 26, 2010 13:00

Filed under: ,

Alex GordonSURPRISE, Ariz. -- George Brett is not just a Hall of Famer and not just the ultimate franchise icon for the

Dusty’s Trail a Ticket to Operating Table?

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 9:00

Filed under: ,

Dusty BakerGOODYEAR, Ariz. -- Aroldis Chapman hadn't even pulled on a Reds cap for the first time and the the critics...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Joe Torre Plans to Manage Again in 2011

Saturday, February 20, 2010 17:44

Filed under:

Joe TorreGLENDALE, Ariz. -- It seems that Joe Torre is going to get a third "final year" to his managerial career.

The Dodgers manager said...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Eric Gagne Admits ‘Regrets’ as He Returns to Dodgers

Saturday, February 20, 2010 16:00

Filed under: ,

Eric GagneGLENDALE, Ariz. -- Eric Gagne must have gone to the Jason Giambi School of Confessions.

On the day Gagne arrived...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Bryce Harper Embarks on Old College Try

Monday, February 1, 2010 20:30

Filed under: , , ,

Bryce Harper
HENDERSON, Nev. -- As an athletic director/baseball coach at a junior college, Tim Chambers had his...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

A’s Ink Ben Sheets to One-Year Deal

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 13:02

Filed under: , ,

Ben SheetsThe A's, quiet for much of the winter, made a late splash on Tuesday by signing Ben...

Andre Dawson’s Hall Path a Painful One

Wednesday, January 6, 2010 16:40

Filed under: ,

Andre DawsonAndre Dawson insisted that a nine-year wait to be elected to the Hall of Fame was not that difficult to handle.
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Matt Holliday Returns to Cardinals

Tuesday, January 5, 2010 18:08
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Jason Bay Reportedly Agrees With Mets

Tuesday, December 29, 2009 14:36

Filed under: ,

One of the two big shoes on the free-agent market has apparently dropped, with multiple reports that the Mets have agreed to...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

This Decade Dominated by Albert Pujols

Wednesday, December 23, 2009 12:00

Filed under: , ,

Albert Pujols
Over the next two weeks, FanHouse will be covering the top sports stories of the decade. In...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Six Thoughts on Suddenly Sizzling Stove

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 1:04
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

What the FIP? Cy Voters Still Missed

Friday, November 20, 2009 20:30
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

NL Cy Young Award: Tim Lincecum

Thursday, November 19, 2009 19:01

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

Tim Lincecum won his second consecutive Cy Young Award...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

NL Manager of the Year: Colorado Rockies’ Jim Tracy

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 19:01

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

Jim Tracy didn't even need a whole season to earn the NL Manager of the...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

AL Rookie of the Year: A’s Andrew Bailey

Monday, November 16, 2009 19:01

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

For the second time in five years, an A's closer has...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

MLB’s Economic Rebound Could Be Slow

Thursday, November 12, 2009 13:00

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , , , ,

Matt Holliday / John...</p></div>
	<div class=This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

MLB GMs Pass on Expanded Replay Talk

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 20:55

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

CHICAGO -- Major league general managers either have no interest in expanding the current replay...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Don’t Hold Your Breath for News on Replay at GM Meetings

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 0:24

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Television cameraCHICAGO -- Expansion of instant replay is expected to be one...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Few Mysteries as Phils Abdicate Throne

Thursday, November 5, 2009 8:15

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

Chase Utley and Ryan HowardNEW YORK -- This was...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Hamels Earns Manuel’s Trust for Possible Game 7

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 0:08

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

Cole HamelsNEW YORK -- Cole Hamels may still...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

It’s Blanton, Not Lee, in Game 4 for Phils

Friday, October 30, 2009 19:58

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

PHILADELPHIA -- Phillies manager Charlie Manuel Friday said he's decided...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Selig Says Replay Will Be Reviewed

Friday, October 30, 2009 0:46

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Bud SeligNEW YORK -- Bud Selig said he has not changed...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Big Fly Could Be Big Deal in Fall Classic

Wednesday, October 28, 2009 0:00
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Tex’s Hot Glove Makes Up for Cold Bat

Thursday, October 22, 2009 1:30

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , , ,

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Between...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Umpire in Game 4 Admits He Blew Calls

Wednesday, October 21, 2009 5:33

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Umpire Tim McClelland admitted missing two calls during Game 4 of...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Rivera Puts His Money Where His Spit Is

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 23:39
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Girardi Has No Regrets About Game 3

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 23:17

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , , ,

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Pre-game...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Angels Need Vlad of Old to Come Alive

Monday, October 19, 2009 3:30

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

Vladimir GuerreroANAHEIM, Calif. - Mickey Hatcher has...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Manuel Makes Sure Phils on Even Keel

Sunday, October 18, 2009 2:30

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Charlie ManuelIf there was any doubt that Charlie Manuel is all...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Manuel Makes Sure Phils on Even Keel

Sunday, October 18, 2009 2:15

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Charlie ManuelIf there was any doubt that Charlie Manuel is all...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

A Tale of Two Bullpens in NLCS

Thursday, October 15, 2009 5:30
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Giants Officially Extend Sabean, Bochy

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 21:15

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

Bruce Bochy / Brian SabeanThere wasn't much drama involved with the Giants decision to re-sign...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Clutch Ethier Settling in During October

Sunday, October 11, 2009 23:46

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

ST. LOUIS -- All those walk-off homers...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Padilla Delivers L.A. Sweep, Vindication

Sunday, October 11, 2009 4:30
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Dodgers ‘Pen Mightier Than Cards Ace

Thursday, October 8, 2009 8:31
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Wolf Finally Gets His Postseason Shot

Wednesday, October 7, 2009 15:00
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Curt Flood a Hero to Today’s Players … Those Who Know His Name, That Is

Tuesday, October 6, 2009 16:54

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff FletcherCurt Flood may not have reaped the benefits of his stand against Major League Baseball, but every player who followed certainly...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Tragic ‘Fog’ Couldn’t Envelop Angels

Monday, October 5, 2009 14:00

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

Nick Adenhart's jerseyIt's a cliche, really, the...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Reports: Padres GM Kevin Towers Fired

Saturday, October 3, 2009 4:19

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

The longest tenured general manager in baseball is about to be out of a job. According to...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Wainwright Huge in Cards’ Clincher

Sunday, September 27, 2009 6:22

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

DENVER -- Adam Wainwright's line in the box score tells you all...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

A’s Show Signs Of Life, but Is It Sign of Bright Future in Oakland?

Tuesday, September 22, 2009 15:00

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

OAKLAND -- The A's rebuilding plan may appear to be progressing quickly with the team's hot streak,...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

A’s Show Signs Of Life, but Is It Sign of Bright Future in Oakland?

Tuesday, September 22, 2009 15:00

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

OAKLAND -- The A's rebuilding plan may appear to be progressing quickly with the team's hot streak,...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Starting Five: Peavy Wins in Sox Debut

Sunday, September 20, 2009 11:00
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Two-Minute Men: Thome, Giambi Bring 995 Homers to Pinch-Hitting Role

Thursday, September 17, 2009 20:30

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: , ,

Jason Giambi / Jim ThomeAt some point this October,
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Rockies Hold On, Deal Final Blow in Heavyweight Bout With Giants

Thursday, September 17, 2009 7:36

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Brad Hawpe and Troy TulowitzkiSAN FRANCISCO -- Hours before the Giants and...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Giants Activate Randy Johnson to Pitch Out of Bullpen

Wednesday, September 16, 2009 7:14

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Randy JohnsonSAN FRANCISCO -- Randy Johnson, who has been out for...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Cook Expects to Be Ready for October

Wednesday, September 16, 2009 1:35

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

SAN FRANCISCO -- After throwing two simulated innings on Tuesday, Rockies...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Big Unit Moves Closer to Return

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 1:35

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under: ,

Randy JohnsonSAN FRANCISCO -- Randy Johnson faced hitters in two simulated...

This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments

Manny Being Mediocre

Saturday, September 12, 2009 13:00

Jeff Fletcherby Jeff Fletcher

Filed under:

SAN FRANCISCO -- This is the problem with doing what Manny Ramirez did last year.
This was posted under category: Sports  |  Read Full Story  |  0 Comments