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Carlos Ruiz, C, Philadelphia PhilliesHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsPhillies | Ruiz hits big homer The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz hit a three-run home run in Game 1 of the NLCS Thursday, Oct. 15. Phillies | Ruiz back on active duty The Bucks County Courier Times reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) was in the lineup Wednesday, Sept. 30, after missing a week with a sprained wrist. "I've been feeling better every day," said Ruiz, who was 1-for-4 with an RBI double. "We'll see how it goes." Phillies | Ruiz feeling better Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) was feeling good enough to start Tuesday, Sept. 29, but he was held out of the lineup. Phillies | Ruiz hoping for Tuesday MLB.com's Andy Jasner reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) swung a bat before the game Monday, Sept. 28, and said he's about 80 percent. He wants to return to the lineup Tuesday, Sept. 29. Phillies | Ruiz out this weekend The Philadelphia Daily News' David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) received an anti-inflammatory injection in his left wrist that will keep him out this weekend. Phillies | Ruiz update Updating a previous item, MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports an MRI on Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) revealed no structural damage Wednesday, Sept. 23. He could receive an injection in his wrist Thursday, Sept. 24, which would keep him out for another three to five days. Phillies | Ruiz sent home Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports the Philadelphia Phillies sent C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) home to have his wrist examined Wednesday, Sept. 23, by team doctor Michael Ciccotti. Ruiz's wrist was still bothering him after Game 2 of a doubleheader Tuesday, Sept. 22. However, the team does not think his injury is serious. Phillies | Ruiz to play in Game 2 Tuesday Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) will start behind the plate in Game 2 of a doubleheader Tuesday, Sept. 22. Phillies | Ruiz progressing Andy Martino, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) continues to report progress with his injury, and is hoping to be available to play Wednesday, Sept. 23. Phillies | Ruiz out again The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) missed his second straight game with a sprained left wrist Sunday, Sept. 20. Phillies | Ruiz not expected to miss a significant amount of time Updating previous reports, Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) is not expected to miss a significant amount of time because of his sprained left wrist, according to Andy Martino of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ruiz suffered the injury while blocking the plate in the second inning Friday, Sept. 18, when Atlanta Braves OF Matt Diaz ran over his wrist. Phillies | Ruiz has sprained left wrist Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (wrist) left the game against the Atlanta Braves Friday, Sept. 18, in the sixth inning, due to a left wrist sprain, according to The Sports Network. Phillies | Ruiz knocks in three Tuesday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz drove in three runs with a double Tuesday, Sept. 15. He is hitting .371 (26-for-70) since Aug. 15, to raise his average from .224 to .258. Phillies | Ruiz extends hitting streak Scott Lauber, of The Courier-Post, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz is in the midst of an eight-game hitting streak that has raised his average from .225 to .254. Phillies | Rollins, Ruiz rested Monday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SS Jimmy Rollins and C Carlos Ruiz were both rested Monday, Aug. 24. Phillies | Ruiz feeling fine Marc Narducci, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (thumb) said he has not been bothered by his right thumb after being hit on his bare hand while catching last week. Phillies | Ruiz homers Monday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz was 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBIs and two runs score Monday, July 20. Phillies | Ruiz returns to action Sunday Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (neck) returned to the lineup Sunday, July 12, against the Pittsburgh Pirates, after missing the previous two games due to neck stiffness, according to Yahoo! Sports. Phillies | Ruiz homers Wednesday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz hit his second home run of the year Wednesday, May 27. Ruiz had only four home runs all of last year. Phillies | Ruiz double wins ballgame Sunday The Associated Press reports a double by Philadelphia Phillies OF Carlos Ruiz in the 11th inning sparked his team to a 4-3 win over the New York Yankees Sunday, May 24. Phillies | Ruiz in midst of streak Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz has reached base safely in eight straight plate appearances. Phillies | Ruiz starts Sunday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) returned to the starting lineup Sunday, May 10, after sitting out the previous two games with a strained right oblique. Phillies | Ruiz activated from 15-day disabled list Updating previous reports, the Philadelphia Phillies have activated C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) from the 15-day disabled list. He is in the starting lineup for the game Saturday, May 2, against the New York Mets. Phillies | Ruiz may have suffered a setback The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) was scratched from Triple-A Lehigh Valley's lineup Monday, April 27, after he felt something in his oblique during batting practice. He'll be re-evaluated. Phillies | Ruiz could rejoin team Wednesday Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) could be healthy enough to rejoin the club Wednesday, April 29. Phillies | Ruiz unlikely to be activated Sunday Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) is unlikely to be activated from the disabled list when he is eligible Sunday, April 26. However, he has made progress in his rehab and is hitting, throwing and catching without symptoms of his injury. Phillies | Ruiz to begin rehab assignment Phillies.MLB.com's Andy Jasner reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) will likely begin a rehab assignment this weekend. Phillies | Ruiz could return in two weeks The Philadelphia Daily News' David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) said the pain has subsided greatly except for when he does things that put stress on his rib cage. Manager Charlie Manuel said it will take at least two weeks for Ruiz to be ready. Phillies | Ruiz placed on DL The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) was placed on the 15-day disabled list due to a strained right oblique muscle. The Phillies called up C Lou Marson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Phillies | Marson to join team in Denver Philadelphia Phillies minor league C Lou Marson did not play for Triple-A Lehigh Valley Friday, April 10, and was on his way to Denver to join the parent club for their series against the Colorado Rockies, according to Scott Lauber of the Wilmington News Journal. He will be added to the 25-man roster if C Carlos Ruiz (oblique) needs to be placed on the 15-day disabled list. Phillies | Ruiz leaves game Friday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (side) left the game early Friday, April 10, with a strained muscle in his side. He is listed as day-to-day. However, manager Charlie Manuel thinks Ruiz could miss an extended amount of time. Phillies | Four go yard Monday Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SS Jimmy Rollins, SS Eric Bruntlett, 1B Ryan Howard and C Carlos Ruiz all hit home runs in Spring Training Monday, March 30. Howard leads all hitters with nine homers this spring. Phillies | Ruiz OK after straining neck in WBC Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (neck) suffered a strained neck Saturday, March 7, while playing in the World Baseball Classic for Team Panama, according to Todd Zolecki of MLB.com. Assistant general manager Scott Proefrock said Ruiz was involved in a collision, and felt a pinch in his neck later in the game when he removed his mask while chasing a popup. Ruiz left the game as a precautionary measure, but returned to the lineup Sunday, March 8. Phillies | Ruiz signs The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz, the last unsigned player on the team's 40-man roster, agreed to a one-year contract worth $475,000. Phillies | Ruiz changes mind, will play in WBC Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz has changed his mind and will indeed play for Panama in the 2009 World Baseball Classic, according to his agent Marc Kligman. The Phillies are 100 percent supportive of Ruiz's decision. Phillies | Ruiz reassured the starter The Philadelphia Daily News' David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said C Carlos Ruiz is the team's starting catcher despite the acquisition of C Ronny Paulino. Phillies | Ruiz to skip WBC Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz will not play for Panama in the 2009 World Baseball Classic, according to his agent, Marc Kligman. Phillies | Ruiz may skip WBC Updating a previous item, The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz, a native of Panama, may skip the World Baseball Classic and remain with the Phillies throughout spring training. Phillies | Ruiz to play in WBC Scott Lauber, of The News Journal, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz will play for Panama in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Phillies | Equipment headed to HOF The St. Petersburg Times reports equipment worn by the Philadelphia Phillies is headed to the baseball Hall of Fame. A jersey worn by SP Cole Hamels, cleats worn by OF Jayson Werth, a cap worn by SS Eric Bruntlett during home games, a helmet worn by C Carlos Ruiz and the bat SP Joe Blanton used to hit a home run are among memorabilia that will be displayed in an exhibit dedicated to the 2008 World Series. Phillies | Ruiz enjoying a productive World Series Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz is 4-for-8 (.500) with a home run, two doubles, three RBIs and four walks during the World Series, according to The Associated Press. Phillies | Ruiz catching Game 2 Ken Mandel, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz is in the lineup for Game 2 of the NLDS Thursday, Oct. 2, despite the fact that C Chris Coste caught SP Brett Myers for most of the season. Phillies | Ruiz invited to play in WBC Ken Mandel, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz has been asked by Team Panama to play in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. Ruiz has not made his decision yet. Phillies | Ruiz hitting homers against Atlanta Mark Bowman, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz has hit five of his 13 career home runs against the Atlanta Braves. Two of his four homers this year have come against them and he has four career home runs at Turner Field, the home of the Braves. Phillies | Ruiz homers Thursday The Associated Press' Rob Maaddi reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz homered Thursday, Aug. 21. It was his third homer of the year and first in over two months. Phillies | Rollins expands on comments Phillies.MLB.com's Ken Mandel reports Philadelphia Phillies SS Jimmy Rollins expanded on his comments about the Phillies fans. One example he used was that he feels fans are booing C Carlos Ruiz partly because of his .218 average, but also because they would prefer to see Chris Coste behind the plate. "You're booing him because you want Costey to play? This man has a job to do, and he might go out there and do well because you give him the energy," Rollins said. Another example Rollins used was when he was injured in April and SS Eric Bruntlett took over. "He got booed his first time out there (when the team returned to Philadelphia), because he made two errors in New York. Then they're on his side after he comes through with some big hits. You should be there from Day 1, because he's going to be the guy out there for 25 games," Rollins said. Phillies | Ruiz has bruised left hand Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz (hand) left the game against the Florida Marlins Saturday, May 31, because of a bruised left hand suffered after getting hit by a pitch, according to the Associated Press. X-rays were negative. Phillies | Ruiz hits a homer Sunday The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz hit a solo home run Sunday, May 4. He finished the game 1-for-4 with one RBI. Phillies | Ruiz drives in two Tuesday Rob Maaddi, of The Associated Press, reports Philadelphia Phillies C Carlos Ruiz went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBIs Tuesday, April 29. Phillies | Ruiz bats second for first time in career The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Philadelphia Phillies OF Carlos Ruiz hit second for the first time in his big-league career on April 15. Ruiz had never hit higher than sixth prior to that. | Feature LinksFantasy Football Weekly Playbook FREE Fantasy Baseball
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