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UPDATE: 2024 OFFSEASON PLAYLIST TOURNEY: VOTING NOW OPEN
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From Radbird:
It's been a while since we had an offseason tournament. And we need one to argue and debate something other than player's WAR or...
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THE CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND IS TIED PEOPLE!!!! GO VOTE!!! BREAK THE TIE AND CHOOSE THE WINNER!!!!!!!!!!!!
#ALLCAPSSOYOUKNOWHOWEFFINGSERIOUSTHISIS
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March 15 24, 2:43 pm
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January 20 08, 5:42 pm
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January 20 08, 5:39 pm
Reggie on Baseball Tonight?
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planet planet »
January 17 08, 7:30 pm
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I think that's a great idea for ESPN.
Free agent Reggie Sanders, who is scheduled to audition for a Baseball Tonight gig next week, said he'll...
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I don't know how articulate Reggie is, but he seems to have the right attitude.
Well, it's theoretically impossible to be any worse than Tino...
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January 20 08, 3:58 pm
Carpenter throwing for first time since Tommy John surgery
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Jocephus »
January 19 08, 6:59 pm
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ST. LOUIS -- Cardinals ace Chris Carpenter is throwing again and feeling good as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.
I just started...
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Does anyone know if there's any history of attempting to come back from TJ surgery too soon and what the possible setbacks could be? In other words,...
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January 20 08, 2:23 pm
Christina Kahrl
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EastonBlues22 »
January 18 08, 12:29 pm
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I didn't want to wake the slumbering beast by posting this in the Rolen Trade thread, so I just started a new one. Heck, maybe this should even be in...
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Have pretty much taken the winter off, so it's nice to come back and see things haven't changed much for ole Christina...not a good piece. Though I...
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January 20 08, 12:17 pm
Molina and Wellemeyer and Arbitration
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greenback44 »
January 18 08, 6:26 pm
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From Goold
The numbers exchanged for both players:
Molina … Team: $1.85 million … Player: $2.75 million
Wellemeyer … Team: $875,000 … Player:...
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Wellemeyer's arb figure is a little rich considering we picked him up off the scrap heap, don't you think?
It's amazing how much even mediocre...
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January 20 08, 12:05 pm
Your Dodgers Update
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dangerous »
January 19 08, 1:25 pm
Outfielder Jason Repko and the Dodgers avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $487,500 contract. Repko could earn a $12,500 bonus for making...
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January 19 08, 1:25 pm
Cards hire new coach
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Knot Hole Gang Vet »
January 18 08, 11:10 pm
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The Cards just hired Mike Aldrete as a coach for a new position that did not exist before on any team. It was a big article in the local Monterey, Ca...
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Yet another mixed message for the off season. I guess it's good that they're willing to try new things to try to squeeze every last bit of...
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January 19 08, 12:40 pm
Round 1: 1982 (2) vs 1949 (7)
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jim »
January 14 08, 12:31 pm
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1982
Record: 92-70
Accomplishments: Defeated Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in World Series
Manager: Whitey Herzog
Highest OPS: Lonnie Smith (307/381/434)...
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1982 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:50 am
Round 1: 1926 (2) vs 1945 (7)
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jim »
January 14 08, 12:14 pm
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The contestants:
1926
Record: 89-65
Accomplishments: Defeated New York Yankees 4-3 in World Series (First in franchise history)
Manager: Rogers...
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1926 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:46 am
Round 1: 1964(2) vs 1941(7)
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jim »
January 13 08, 8:34 pm
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The contestants:
1964
Record: 93-69
Accomplishments: Defeated New York Yankees 4-3 in World Series
Manager: Johnny Keane
Highest OPS: Ken Boyer...
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1964 wins.
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January 19 08, 9:44 am
Round 1: 1942(3) vs 2000 (6)
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jim »
January 16 08, 11:58 am
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The contestants:
1942
Record: 106-48
Pythag: 107-47
Accomplishments: Defeated New York Yankees 4-1 in World Series
Manager: Billy Southworth...
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1942 wins.
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January 19 08, 9:43 am
Round 1: 1946 (2) vs 1939 (7)
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jim »
January 13 08, 8:23 pm
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The contestants:
1946
Record: 98-58
Accomplishments: Defeated Boston Red Sox 4-3 in World Series.
Manager: Eddy Dyer
Highest OPS: Stan Musial...
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1946 wins
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January 19 08, 9:42 am
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January 19 08, 9:21 am
Round 1: 1930(4) vs 2002 (5)
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jim »
January 10 08, 6:10 pm
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The contestants:
1930
Record: 92-62
Pythag: 94-60
Accomplishments: NL Champions. Lost to Philadelphia A's 4-2 in World Series.
Manager: Gabby...
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2002 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:20 am
1928 (4) vs 2005 (5)
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jim »
January 10 08, 7:15 pm
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The contestants:
1928
Record: 95-59
Pythag: 94-60
Accomplishments: NL Champions. Lost to New York Yankees 4-0 in World Series.
Manager: Bill...
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2005 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:19 am
Round 1: 1968 (4) vs 1943 (5)
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jim »
January 8 08, 6:43 pm
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The contestants:
1968
Record: 97-65
Pythag: 96-66
Accomplishments: NL Champions. Lost to Detroit Tigers 4-3 in World Series.
Manager: Albert...
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1968 Wins
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January 19 08, 9:19 am
Round 1: 1985(4) vs 1987 (5)
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jim »
January 8 08, 6:31 pm
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The contestants:
1985
Record: 101-61
Pythag: 100-62
Accomplishments: Defeated LA Dodgers 4-2 in NLCS. Lost to KC Royals 4-3 in World Series....
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1985 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:17 am
Round 1: 2004(1) vs 1936(8)
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jim »
January 7 08, 12:47 pm
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The contestants:
2004
Record: 105-57
Accomplishments: Defeated Houston Astros 4-3 in NLCS, lost to Boston Red Sox 4-0 in World Series.
Manager:...
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2004 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:12 am
Round 1: 1931 (1) vs 1963(8)
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jim »
January 7 08, 12:11 pm
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The contestants:
1931
Record: 101-53
Accomplishments: Defeated Philadelphia A's 4-3 in World Series
Manager: Gabby Street
Highest OPS: Chick...
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1931 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:10 am
Round 1: 1967(1) vs 1971(8)
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jim »
January 7 08, 12:36 pm
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The contestants:
1967
Record: 101-60
Accomplishments: Defeated Boston Red Sox 4-3 in World Series
Manager: Red Schoendienst
Highest OPS: Orlando...
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1967 Wins
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January 19 08, 9:09 am
Round 1: 1934 (1) vs 2001 (8)
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jim »
January 7 08, 12:24 pm
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The contestants:
1934 , the Gashouse Gang
Record: 95-58
Accomplishments: Defeated the Detroit Tigers 4-3 in the World Series
Manager: Franky...
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1934 Wins.
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January 19 08, 9:08 am
top 10 clean players..
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omaha_red »
January 18 08, 2:09 pm
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this is nice to hear for a change.. per cnnsi..
Here's the rest of my Top 10 Clean Superstars (until proven otherwise):
Alex Rodriguez -- I...
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So, because Maddux doesn't throw hard that proves he wasn't a user? Not saying that I think he is but that isn't exactly proof of anything.
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January 19 08, 8:14 am
Today with Tony
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Secret Weapon »
January 17 08, 5:39 pm
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Just a recap of the interview with Tony today on 1380...
* Has been texting and talking with Bill Belichick quite a bit. They are good friends....
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I guess we now see who is commanding the Good Ship Cardinal Lollipop with Jeff Gordon of stltoday.com.
And before anyone jumps on me and asks some...
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January 18 08, 10:49 pm
Cubs sign "Mr. Zero"
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heyzeus »
January 18 08, 3:25 pm
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from rotoworld:
The Cubs have reportedly agreed to terms with former White Sox closer Shingo Takatsu.
Even the Chad Fox signing was more likely that...
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He's probably around to keep Fukudome company in ST.
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Last post by Hungary Jack
January 18 08, 3:47 pm
Keith Law's NL Central "comments"
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mikechamp »
January 18 08, 2:22 am
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From an ESPN chat:
Mandatory Linkage:
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Keith was asked about the Rolen/Glaus trade. This TOR fan also asked if Hill should play SS...
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You're welcome.
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January 18 08, 2:46 pm
Ankiel's defensive ability
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maddash »
January 17 08, 11:36 am
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How do you folks rate it? He has quite a few of raw skills necessary to be a good defender, but I think he's still very awkward out there. I think...
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I assume for the majors it is, for HS, it's prob. showcase or between innings. College, it might be either or.
Catchers at showcases is a sight to...
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January 18 08, 12:59 pm
Ankiel sings for 900k
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Secret Weapon »
January 18 08, 11:50 am
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--Cardinals outfielder Rick Ankiel signed for one-year, $900,000. He can make $100,000 in incentives based on plate appearances.
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What song?
A cover of Centerfield by Fogerty
I would've suspected Patsy Cline's Crazy .
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Last post by JL21
January 18 08, 12:40 pm
If Aaron Miles was...
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InvincibleCakeEater »
January 18 08, 1:03 am
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a Marlin, he would be their 2nd highest paid player. :shock:
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The Marlins aren't that far behind the Cardinals, on paper at least. They may be as good as the Cardinals if our rotator cuff pitchers are given lots...
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January 18 08, 11:26 am
Neyer: Lincecum or Gallardo
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mikechamp »
January 18 08, 12:58 am
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This chat is not behind the Insider label, so I'm simply posting the link to it and everyone can read it on their own.
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I'm a tools guy.
Linecum has the better FB and curve. Both have impressive sliders, Gallardo has the better change.
Gallardo has very sound...
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January 18 08, 11:07 am
Bob Gibson wins "Mr Nice Guy" award???
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Spider John »
January 17 08, 12:30 pm
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Hard to believe even for Gibby after all of the stories I've heard about what a jerk he can be. Even a local talk radio host here is West Tn has a...
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Musial goes without saying. I've always loved his entry in the NBJHBA.
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January 18 08, 10:55 am
FBI opens investigation of Tejada
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heyzeus »
January 17 08, 2:29 pm
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FBI opens investigation into Tejada's denial
WASHINGTON — The FBI has opened a preliminary investigation into whether baseball all-star Miguel...
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Now McGwire isn't looking so stupid that he refused to talk about the past. I still think if he did the roids, he shoud admit it and move on,
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January 18 08, 8:57 am
Crede Signs For 2008 for $5.1M
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Hungary Jack »
January 17 08, 10:22 pm
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The Trib web site reports that Joe Crede has agreed to a 1-year deal for $5.1M, plus $300K in incentives.
Question: The Sox controlled Crede's...
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He can be traded at any point, it's not like a FA deal.
Thank you sir.
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January 17 08, 10:29 pm
When is Glaus' press conference?
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I_Bleed_Red »
January 16 08, 11:42 am
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I thought I read the other that he would be introduced today.
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I don't even know if it's happened yet, but does anybody have a link if it has? I looked around on the Cardinals/MLB sites, but didn't spot...
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Last post by Phyrkrakr
January 17 08, 9:25 pm
Gonzalez?
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TimeForGuinness »
January 17 08, 8:20 am
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Two-time MVP Juan Gonzalez is seeking another swing at a comeback after nearly three years since his last at-bat, and the Cardinals have discussed...
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well, if Rasmus doesn't make the team, there's not really anybody good to team with Duncan and Ankiel in the OF, but I sure wish they'd explore other...
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Last post by cards2468
January 17 08, 8:05 pm
Does Jason Jennings Carry Infectious Disease?
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Hungary Jack »
January 16 08, 5:08 pm
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I thought Jennings would have been snapped up by now. Clement, Lieber, Towers, and Kip Wells have all been signed before him, but Jennings probably...
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I know it's the popular trend to mock Ed Wade, but I think he's better than Purpura as evidenced by the botched draft and the Jennings trade.
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Last post by planet planet
January 17 08, 7:39 pm
How many MVP trophies SHOULD Pujols have on his mantle?
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jim »
January 17 08, 4:54 pm
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He has one, how many should he have?
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I still Pujols was more valuable in 04 than BB.
Bonds put up a .362/.609/.812 line. You could set the minimum at 50 (!) plate appearances and it...
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Last post by haltz
January 17 08, 7:23 pm
Selig back for 5 more years
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ghostrunner »
January 17 08, 12:35 pm
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oh, swell
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Ok..here's my question..
Why the hate for Selig?
Pros:
1) Interleague play isn't for everyone, but it's generated a lot of interest and it's nice...
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Last post by sighyoung
January 17 08, 7:16 pm
Predict the Opening Day Roster
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picasso »
January 14 08, 6:07 pm
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Written in stone (unless injured):
SP
Wainwright
Clement
Piniero
Looper
RP
Izzy
Springer
Franklin
IF
Molina
Pujols
Glaus
OF
Duncan
Ankiel
Ludwick...
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I doubt Pujols will hit 40. Even with the guady numbers of today 40 is quite a feat.
Albert has a 162 average of 42 HRs and he's surpassed 40 HRs in...
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Last post by jim
January 17 08, 4:53 pm
Jim Callis' NL Central "comments"
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mikechamp »
January 16 08, 7:52 pm
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From an ESPN chat:
Mandatory Linkage:
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A Reds fan asked where Bruce should hit in the lineup, should he make the roster out of...
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Little side note about Pinella and Schott...
After the Reds had won the WS, Lou attended some award ceremony in Cincy. Schott did not pay for dinner...
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January 17 08, 2:32 pm
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