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Justin Speier, RP, Free AgentHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsCardinals | Some interest in Smoltz, Speier The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Derrick Goold reports St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said there is some interest in Boston Red Sox SP John Smoltz and recently released RP Justin Speier (Angels). Angels | Speier released The Associated Press reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim released RP Justin Speier. Angels | Speier records win Friday Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier was credited with the victory Friday, June 19, against the Los Angeles Dodgers, improving to 3-1 on the season, according to The Associated Press. In one-third of an inning, he allowed one walk. Angels | Many options for eighth-inning role Ben Bolch, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RPs Justin Speier, Darren Oliver, Kevin Jepsen and Jason Bulger are all candidates to take over the eighth-inning relief role with SP Scot Shields (knee) out for the season. Angels | Struggling with middle relief Lyle Spencer, of MLB.com, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have been struggling in the middle innings, before turning the ball over to RP Brian Fuentes. "Brian's got 13 saves and probably would have opportunities for more if some things weren't slipping through the cracks in earlier innings. The problem has not been the closer. It's been setting the game up to get in the closer's hand for most of the season," manager Mike Scioscia said. RPs Justin Speier, Jason Bulger and Jose Arredondo have all been inconsistent this season. Angels | Scioscia has closed door meeting with Speier The Los Angeles Times reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia and RP Justin Speier had a closed door meeting to discuss the pitcher's attitude and an incident that occurred where he yelled at an umpire and his coaches Wednesday, May 6. "We talked a little bit about it," Scioscia said. "Justin's emotional. And it's part of what's given him a very good career. And at times it's part of what sometimes you have to keep contained. I'm not going to talk about anything we talked about. But it's addressed." Angels | Speier surrenders four hits in one inning Bill Plunkett, of The Orange County Register, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier gave up four hits and a walk in a five-batter span of the eighth inning Thursday, April 30, against the New York Yankees. Angels | Three ejected The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter, RP Justin Speier and hitting coach Mickey Hatcher were ejected Sunday, April 12. Angels | Speier left off roster The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier was left off the playoff roster. Angels | Speier records win Saturday Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier hurled 1 2/3 shutout innings against the Texas Rangers Saturday, Sept. 20, according to The Associated Press. He allowed one hit, walked two and struck out four, improving to 2-8 on the season. Angels | Speier could be odd man out The Boston Globe's Nick Cafardo reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier, who is 1-8 with a 5.40 ERA and 15 homers allowed, could be left off the postseason roster. Angels | Speier wears Hunter's jersey in celebration The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier wore OF Torii Hunter's jersey in his honor during the on-field celebration Wednesday, Sept. 10. Hunter began serving a two-game suspension and wasn't allowed on the field or in the dugout. Angels | Speier suffers loss Saturday Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier allowed one run on one hit over one-third of an inning Saturday, Sept. 6, against the Chicago White Sox, according to The Associated Press. The run came on a walkoff home run by Jim Thome in the 15th inning. Speier fell to 1-8 on the season. Angels | Speier allowing home runs The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier has allowed five home runs in 15 innings pitched this year. Angels | Speier could pitch in more save opportunities ESPN.com reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier is one of three relievers who could pitch during save opportunities until CL Francisco Rodriguez (ankle) is able to return to game action. Angels | Speier blows save chance The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier blew the save Tuesday, April 8. He was subbing as closer for CL Francisco Rodriguez (ankle). Angels | Speier moves to setup role Lyle Spencer, of Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier will serve as the team's setup pitcher to begin the season if RP Scot Shields (forearm) is not ready to pitch. Angels | Speier battling strained knee ligament Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (knee) has a strained ligament in his right knee, which explains the pain he's been experiencing recently, according to the Associated Press. Angels | Speier activated off the DL LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have activated RP Justin Speier (stomach) off the 15-day disabled list. Angels | Speier expected back Friday Mike DiGiovanna, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) is expected to come off the disabled list Friday, July 13. Speier reported feeling fine after throwing a bullpen session Thursday, July 12. Angels | Speier resumes rehab assignment Mike DiGiovanna, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) resumed his rehab assignment Tuesday, June 26, giving up one hit and striking out three over two innings in a rookie-league game. Angels | Speier likely won't return until after All-Star break Mike DiGiovanna, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) is upbeat and continuing to build stamina at the club's training facility in Arizona. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said he is pleased with Speier's progress but said that Speier likely won't return until after the All-Star break. Angels | Speier needs to regain strength and stamina Lyle Santana, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) has returned to the team's training facility in Arizona to regain his strength and stamina. "He's just not up to pitching right now," Scioscia said. "When he gets his strength, he'll get back out there. He's going to continue with his workouts. He made progress, but didn't rebound the way he hoped. We sure hope it isn't [a significant setback]. We're going to evaluate him every day. Right now he needs to get his stamina back." Angels | Speier makes rehab appearance Larry Santana, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) threw 1 2/3 innings for Class A Rancho Cucamonga Saturday, June 2, giving up two hits, one run and one walk. He will make his next appearance for Rancho Cucamonga Wednesday, June 6. Angels | Speier rehab update Larry Santana, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) is scheduled to pitch both Saturday, June 2, and Sunday, June 3, for Class A Rancho Cucamongo. Angels | Speier set to begin rehab assignment Thursday Updating a previous report, Lyle Spencer, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (stomach) will begin a rehab assginment with Class A Rancho Cucamonga Thursday, May 31. Angels | Speier throws simulated game Lyle Spencer, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (undisclosed) threw in a simulated game Tuesday, May 22. Angels | Speier to be evaluated Friday Lyle Spencer, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (undisclosed) will be evaluated Friday, May 18, however, it is unknown when he will return from the disabled list. Angels | Speier believed to have the flu Updating a previous report, Sandy Burgin, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (undisclosed) is believed to be suffering from the flu, which is what has caused his recent trip to the disabled list. Angels | Speier to DL The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier (undisclosed) was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a medical condition the team said was unrelated to baseball. Angels | Bullpen dominant Opening Day Lyle Spencer, of Angels.MLB.com, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim bullpen, RPs Justin Speier and Scot Shields along with CL Francisco Rodriguez, threw four innings without allowing a hit or a baserunner while striking out three in the Angels' 4-1 Opening Day victory over the Texas Rangers. Angels | Speier to provide setup option The LA Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier is expected to provide the team a second setup option behind primary setup man RP Scot Shields in the seventh or eighth innings. He could also see occasional save opportunities in games where neither Shields nor CL Francisco Rodriguez are available. Angels | Team interested in M. Ramirez Tracy Ringolsby, of the Rocky Mountain News, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are one of the teams interested in Boston Red Sox OF Manny Ramirez. The Angels signing of RP Justin Speier could help the Angels, as they can now afford to deal RP Scot Shields in addition to a starting pitcher or top prospect for Ramirez. Angels | Speier financials Updating a previous item, the Associated Press' John Nadel reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim RP Justin Speier's four-year deal is worth $18 million. The 33-year-old righthander will make $3.75 million in 2007, $4.25 million in 2008, $4.75 million in 2009 and $5.25 million in 2010. Angels | Speier agrees to terms on four-year deal The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have agreed to terms with RP Justin Speier on a four-year contract, according to the Associated Press. The deal is contingent on him passing a physical. Red Sox | Team interested in J. Speier Michael Silverman, of the Boston Herald, reports the Boston Red Sox have shown an interest in signing free-agent RP Justin Speier (Blue Jays). Speier would give the Red Sox options as either a closer or set-up man, and with his proven success in the American League, the team could make a strong push for him. Orioles | Speier presented with offer According to The Baltimore Sun's Jeff Zrebiec, the Baltimore Orioles presented free-agent P Justin Speier (Blue Jays) with an unspecified offer when talks with free agents began on Nov. 12. Blue Jays | Speier files for free agency Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier has filed for free agency, according to Jordan Bastian of Toronto.Bluejays.MLB.com. Blue Jays | Speier expected to return Sunday Toronto Blue Jays P Justin Speier (forearm) threw 17 pitches in a simulated game this week, and reported no discomfort, according to the Associated Press. He should be available Sunday, Sept. 10. Blue Jays | Speier has another mound session Jordan Bastian, of Toronto.BlueJays.MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (elbow) threw off the mound Tuesday, Sept. 5. It was Speier's third time throwing off the mound and he will likely have one more session prior to rejoining the team as early as Sunday, Sept. 10. Blue Jays | Speier throws off the mound Jordan Bastian, of Toronto.BlueJays.MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (forearm) threw 40 pitches off the mound Friday, Sept. 1, for the second time. He is scheduled to throw the first of two simulated games Tuesday, Sept. 5. Blue Jays | Speier rehab update Jordan Bastian, of Toronto.BlueJays.MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (elbow) threw 30 pitches off the mound Tuesday, Aug. 29. He will have two days off before throwing another bullpen session Friday, Sept. 1. He will then throw one or two simulated games and could return to the Blue Jays Friday, Sept. 8, in time to face the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Blue Jays | Speier expects to return in early September Jordan Bastian, of Toronto.BlueJays.MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (elbow) threw a bullpen session Tuesday, Aug. 22, and is targeting a return either Wednesday, Sept. 6, or Thursday, Sept. 7. He will have to throw at least two more bullpen sessions and one simulated game before he thinks he will be ready to come off the disabled list. Blue Jays | Speier throws for first time since injury Jordan Bastian, of Toronto.BlueJays.MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (forearm) threw for the first time Monday, Aug. 21, since landing on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, Aug. 8. Blue Jays | Speier injury update Jordan Bastian, of Toronto.BlueJays.MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (forearm) underwent an MRI Wednesday, Aug. 9, which revealed no structural damage to his throwing elbow. Speier is expected to remain on the disabled list for three to four weeks and will stay in Toronto to receive treatment while the Blue Jays are on their current 10-game road trip. Blue Jays | Speier has forearm tightness Updating an earlier item, Sports Network reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (forearm) went on the 15-day DL because of tightness in his right forearm. Blue Jays | Speier placed on 15-day disabled list The Seattle Post-Intelligencer reports the Toronto Blue Jays placed RP Justin Speier (undisclosed) on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, Aug. 8. Blue Jays | Speier Simulates According to Bluejays.MLB.com, Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (finger) threw a simulated game March 14. Speier, who is recovering from an injured right middle finger, threw 30 pitches to batters and mixed in fastballs and sliders. Blue Jays | Speier Will Throw Pen Session The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (finger) will throw a bullpen session Thursday. Blue Jays | Speier Update The Associated Press reports Toronto Blue Jays RP Justin Speier (finger) saw a specialist and will start throwing again in five days. | Feature LinksFantasy Football Weekly Playbook FREE Fantasy Baseball
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