MLB Players in the News
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October 22, 2009 @ 09:43:26
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By KFFL Staff
First Baseman
1B | Albert Pujols | St. Louis Cardinals | Injury News
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Joe Strauss reports St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said he thought 1B Albert Pujols (elbow) would need Tommy John surgery instead of just removing bone spurs. "I'm really proud of how the situation was handled. It was whatever was best for Albert. There's no agenda here. The most important thing was to get it taken care of," La Russa said.
1B | Mark Teixeira | New York Yankees | Fantasy
According to The Hartford Courant's Dom Amore, New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira is 2-for-18 during the American League Championship Series, while OF Nick Swisher is 2-for-12.
1B | James Loney | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
According to The Associated Press, solo home runs were hit by Los Angeles Dodgers 1B James Loney, OF Andre Ethier and 2B Orlando Hudson during Game 5 of the National League Championship Series Wednesday, Oct. 21.
1B | Ryan Howard | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies 1B Ryan Howard was named National League Championship Series Most Valuable Player.
Second Baseman
2B | Chase Utley | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Andy Martino reports Philadelphia Phillies infield coach Sam Perlozzo said 2B Chase Utley isn't injured. There have been rumors that Utley has been hiding an injury after he made two throwing errors in the first two NLCS games.
2B | Martin Prado | Atlanta Braves | Fantasy
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's David O'Brien reports Atlanta Braves general manager Frank Wren said 2B Martin Prado will enter spring training as the starter.
2B | Orlando Hudson | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
According to The Associated Press, solo home runs were hit by Los Angeles Dodgers 1B James Loney, OF Andre Ethier and 2B Orlando Hudson during Game 5 of the National League Championship Series Wednesday, Oct. 21.
Shortstop
SS | Marco Scutaro | Toronto Blue Jays | Free Agency News
The Toronto Sun's Bob Elliott reports the Toronto Blue Jays are in no rush to make decisions on free agent SS Marco Scutaro and C Rod Barajas.
SS | Jimmy Rollins | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
Phillies.MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies SS Jimmy Rollins (foot) said he was fine after being hit by a pitch on the left foot in Game 5 of the NLCS Wednesday, Oct. 21. Rollins, who was limping noticeably on the field during the game, said his foot was sore, and if it continued to bother him that he would get X-rays.
SS | Derek Jeter | New York Yankees | Fantasy
Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter (illness) said he is feeling fine despite having a hacking cough this week. The New York Times reports Jeter left the stadium after Game 4 of the ALCS Tuesday, Oct. 20, holding a bottle of NyQuil. "I noticed it on Monday, and he was pretty sick," manager Joe Girardi said. "He was still pretty sick yesterday. I'm hoping that he feels better, but it didn't seem to affect him Monday his first at-bat. That's just the type of player that Derek is. He's tough."
Third Baseman
3B | Brandon Inge | Detroit Tigers | Injury News, Fantasy
Tigers.MLB.com's Jason Beck reports Detroit Tigers 3B Brandon Inge (knee) will have surgery on his left knee in the next few weeks.
3B | Greg Dobbs | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
Andy Martino, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Phillies IF Greg Dobbs (calf) believes his calf has healed faster than he expected. "I feel much better," said Dobbs, who still plans to see several specialists this winter as a precaution. "It has been a gradual process, and week by week, it's getting better. I hope the team sees it that way."
3B | Chone Figgins | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Fantasy
The Newark Star-Ledger's Brian Costa reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have a .273 on-base percentage in the American League Championship Series, down from .350 in the regular season. 3B Chone Figgins, who led the Angels with 42 stolen bases during the regular season, is hitting just .125 with a .263 on-base percentage in the ALCS.
3B | Jorge Cantu | Florida Marlins | Injury News, Fantasy
Joe Frisaro, of MLB.com, reports Florida Marlins 3B Jorge Cantu (ankle) has been walking around in a cast boot ever since injuring his right ankle in the second to last game of the year. X-rays came back negative on his ankle. "As soon as I get back, I'm going to go to therapy. I'm wearing the boot as a precaution. I don't want to put any pressure on it. I'll be ready to go by next month. I'll be ready to get going, doing some jogging," Cantu said.
3B | Travis Fryman | Retired Players | Free Agency News
The Associated Press reports Mike Hargrove and Travis Fryman are not considered finalists for the Cleveland Indians' managerial position.
Catcher
C | Rod Barajas | Toronto Blue Jays | Free Agency News
The Toronto Sun's Bob Elliott reports the Toronto Blue Jays are in no rush to make decisions on free agent SS Marco Scutaro and C Rod Barajas.
C | Jorge Posada | New York Yankees | Fantasy
The Hartford Courant reports a decision is still being made whether to have New York Yankees C Jose Molina catch during Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, since the Yankees are pitching SP A.J. Burnett. There is also a chance C Jorge Posada could serve as the designated hitter because of his .414 average against Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP John Lackey.
C | Jose Molina | New York Yankees | Fantasy
The Hartford Courant reports a decision is still being made whether to have New York Yankees C Jose Molina catch during Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, since the Yankees are pitching SP A.J. Burnett. There is also a chance C Jorge Posada could serve as the designated hitter because of his .414 average against Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP John Lackey.
C | Kevin Richardson | Texas Rangers | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the Texas Rangers outrighted RP Jason Grilli and C Kevin Richardson to Triple-A Oklahoma City Wednesday, Oct. 21.
Outfielder
OF | Shane Victorino | Philadelphia Phillies | Injury News, Fantasy
Phillies.MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies OF Shane Victorino (elbow) said he is OK after being hit by a pitch on the left elbow in Game 5 of the NLCS Wednesday, Oct. 21. Victorino said he had X-rays after the game, which were negative.
OF | Nick Swisher | New York Yankees | Fantasy
According to The Hartford Courant's Dom Amore, New York Yankees 1B Mark Teixeira is 2-for-18 during the American League Championship Series, while OF Nick Swisher is 2-for-12.
OF | Brett Carroll | Florida Marlins | Fantasy
Palm Beach Post reporter Joe Capozzi, on his "Fish Tank" blog, speculates Florida Marlins OF Brett Carroll stands a good chance to open the 2010 season as the backup center fielder.
OF | Andre Ethier | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
According to The Associated Press, solo home runs were hit by Los Angeles Dodgers 1B James Loney, OF Andre Ethier and 2B Orlando Hudson during Game 5 of the National League Championship Series Wednesday, Oct. 21.
OF | Jayson Werth | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies OF Jayson Werth hit two home runs in Game 5 of the NLCS Wednesday, Oct. 21, to help the team advance to their second straight World Series. He now has five home runs in this year's postseason.
OF | Matt Holliday | St. Louis Cardinals | Fantasy
SportingNews.com reports the Atlanta Braves are unlikely to pursue St. Louis Cardinals OF Matt Holliday in free agency this offseason, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
OF | Cameron Maybin | Florida Marlins | Transaction
Joe Frisaro, of MLB.com, reports Florida Marlins OF Cameron Maybin is projected to be the team's starting center fielder for the 2010 season.
OF | Alejandro De Aza | Chicago White Sox | Transaction
Joe Frisaro, of MLB.com, reports the Chicago White Sox claimed OF Alejandro De Aza off waivers from the Florida Marlins Wednesday, Oct. 21.
OF | Manny Ramirez | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
T.R. Sullivan, of MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Dodgers OF Manny Ramirez was taking a shower in the team's clubhouse when the Philadelphia Phillies came from behind to beat the Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLCS. Ramirez was pulled for defensive replacement OF Juan Pierre in the ninth inning. "I was taking a shower," Ramirez said. "I came out and I saw it on television. Then everybody started coming in and they turned off the television."
Starting Pitcher
SP | John Lackey | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | Free Agency News
The Los Angeles Times' Steve Bisheef reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP John Lackey is likely to leave as a free agent in the offseason.
SP | Cole Hamels | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
The Philadelphia Daily News' Paul Hagen reports sources indicated that the Philadelphia Phillies are concerned that SP Cole Hamels is tipping his pitches by the placement of his wrist. As a result, he was to wear a bigger glove in Game 5 of the NLCS.
SP | Derek Lowe | Atlanta Braves | Fantasy
Atlanta Journal-Constitution columnist Jeff Schultz reports Atlanta Braves general manager Frank Wren may trade either SP Derek Lowe or SP Kenshin Kawakami in an effort to lure a power bat to the lineup.
SP | Kenshin Kawakami | Atlanta Braves | Fantasy
Atlanta Journal-Constitution columnist Jeff Schultz reports Atlanta Braves general manager Frank Wren may trade either SP Derek Lowe or SP Kenshin Kawakami in an effort to lure a power bat to the lineup.
SP | Zack Greinke | Kansas City Royals | Fantasy
Bob Dutton, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Royals SP Zack Greinke was named The Sporting News' 2009 American League Pitcher of the Year.
SP | Vicente Padilla | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Vicente Padilla surrendered six runs in just three innings to lose Game 5 of the NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, Oct. 21.
SP | Tim Lincecum | San Francisco Giants | Fantasy
Chris Haft, of MLB.com, reports San Francisco Giants SP Tim Lincecum was named The Sports News' 2009 National League Pitcher of the Year.
SP | Chad Billingsley | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
Ken Gurnick, of MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Chad Billingsley could re-enter the rotation in the NLCS if the team forces a Game 6 or 7.
SP | Hiroki Kuroda | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
Ken Gurnick, of MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Hiroki Kuroda said there is nothing physically wrong with him following his brief start in Game 3 of the NLCS. Manager Joe Torre said he will have no hesitation in starting Kuroda again.
SP | Clayton Kershaw | Los Angeles Dodgers | Fantasy
Ken Gurnick, of MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Vicente Padilla will start Game 5 of the NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, Oct. 21, over SP Clayton Kershaw.
SP | Tim Wakefield | Boston Red Sox | Injury News, Fantasy
Amalie Benjamin, of The Boston Globe, reports Boston Red Sox SP Tim Wakefield's (back) surgery was successful Wednesday, Oct. 21. He can begin rehabbing immediately, according to a spokesperson.
Relief Pitcher
RP | Daniel Bard | Boston Red Sox | Fantasy
WEEI.com's Rob Bradford reports Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein said the team will not rush RP Daniel Bard into the closer role. "He's still tweaking his breaking ball. He's got a good breaking ball but it probably isn't where it will be eventually," Epstein said. "This is somebody who is still really a work in progress and while he may have the ability to do something it might not be the best thing for the long-term and his career if we force him into something."
RP | Chad Durbin | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies RP Chad Durbin retired all four batters he faced to get the win Wednesday, Oct. 21, during Game 5 of the National League Championship Series.
RP | Brad Lidge | Philadelphia Phillies | Fantasy
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies RP Brad Lidge pitched a scoreless ninth inning in Game 5 of the NLCS Wednesday, Oct. 21. He has a 0.00 ERA in the playoffs after struggling this year.
RP | Jason Grilli | Texas Rangers | Transaction
The Sports Network reports the Texas Rangers outrighted RP Jason Grilli and C Kevin Richardson to Triple-A Oklahoma City Wednesday, Oct. 21.
RP | Denny Bautista | Pittsburgh Pirates | Transaction
CBSSports.com reports the Pittsburgh Pirates outrighted RPs Denny Bautista and Craig Hansen to the minors Tuesday, Oct. 20.
RP | Craig Hansen | Pittsburgh Pirates | Transaction
CBSSports.com reports the Pittsburgh Pirates outrighted RPs Denny Bautista and Craig Hansen to the minors Tuesday, Oct. 20.
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