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Who Am I?: Pablo Sandoval
August 21, 2008
Hello, my name is Pablo Sandoval.
I was recently called up by the San Francisco Giants to play catcher and first base. I will be catching in place of the ancient Bengie Molina on occasion.
At only 22 years of age, I am one of the youngest catchers in the major leagues.
I started out the season in A-Advanced ball before getting called up to Double-A. The Giants realized thy are out of the playoff picture and decided to give me a shot in the majors... READ MORE >> |
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Almost Ripe: David Huff
August 19, 2008
David Huff – Age 24 – Level AAA
2008 Numbers: 24 Starts, 135.2 IP, 135 Ks, 27 BBs, 2.39 ERA
The Cleveland Indians' starting rotation has been in turmoil since trading C.C. Sabathia to the Milwaukee Brewers. Their top pitcher, Cliff Lee, has been Cy Young worthy all season but the rest of the rotation seems to change every week.
David Huff could soon see himself wearing an Indians uniform as the Indians don't appear to be heading to the playoffs. Huff could gain some... READ MORE >> |
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Almost Ripe: Nate Schierholtz
August 11, 2008
Nate Schierholtz – Age 24 – Level AAA
2008 Numbers: 88 games, 58 Runs, 15 HR, 65 RBI, 9 SB, .314 AVG
After the 2007 season it appeared that Schierholtz would make the San Francisco Giants roster in 2008. The Giants made some off-season moves that resulted in the addition of Aaron Rowand which led to Schierholtz being the odd man out... READ MORE >> |
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Almost Ripe: Jay Bruce
May 13, 2008
Jay Bruce - Age: 21 - Level: AAA
2008 Numbers: 37 games, 25 Runs, 7 HR, 29 RBI, 7 SB, .348 AVG
If you've been doing your research then you should probably know about Jay Bruce already. Since he has been tearing up AAA ball for the Cincinnati Reds affiliate, it only makes sense that he be this week's "Almost Ripe" pick.
Bruce's numbers have been studly since he started swinging a professional bat. In 2006 he posted 16 home runs and 19 steals in A ball. His 80 RBI and .291 average in 117 games were impressive for a 19 year old.
With 26 home runs in 133 games in... READ MORE >> |
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