AL EAST 2009
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Interesting that the Sox got Gabbard back:
Thu, 04/23/2009 - 4:51pm
Gabbard traded back to Red Sox
By: Rob Bradford
Kason Gabbard, who the Red Sox included in a deal for relief pitcher Eric Gagne at the trade deadline in 2007, has been re-acquired by the Sox from the Rangers for cash. The 27-year-old Gabbard has made five relief appearances for Triple A Oklahoma City this season, giving up seven runs over six innings. The lefty, who had season-ending surgery on a bone spur in his left elbow at the All-Star break last season, will report to extended spring training in Fort Myers. Outfielder David Murphy and minor leaguer Engel Beltre were the other two players sent to the Rangers, along with Gabbard, in the Gagne deal.
Thu, 04/23/2009 - 4:51pm
Gabbard traded back to Red Sox
By: Rob Bradford
Kason Gabbard, who the Red Sox included in a deal for relief pitcher Eric Gagne at the trade deadline in 2007, has been re-acquired by the Sox from the Rangers for cash. The 27-year-old Gabbard has made five relief appearances for Triple A Oklahoma City this season, giving up seven runs over six innings. The lefty, who had season-ending surgery on a bone spur in his left elbow at the All-Star break last season, will report to extended spring training in Fort Myers. Outfielder David Murphy and minor leaguer Engel Beltre were the other two players sent to the Rangers, along with Gabbard, in the Gagne deal.
Fri, 04/24/2009 - 3:01pm
Chamberlain and Youkilis to Meet Again
By: Alex Speier
Kevin Youkilis has never been hit by a pitch from Joba Chamberlain, but the Red Sox first baseman has had three pitches sail in the direction of his head from the young New York fireballer. The trend has been noteworthy to Sox players.
"As good as he is," David Ortiz said on Wednesday of Chamberlain, "the next step for him will be to earn respect from everyone in the league...When things like (the pitches against Youkilis) happen, people get the wrong idea."
Though Chamberlain has never hit Youkilis, several of his teammates have. Youkilis has been hit by the third most pitches of any Yankees opponent since the start of the 2004 season. Four of the five most frequently drilled players by the Red Sox over the same period of time are currently, or spent significant time playing for, the Yankees. For more, visit the Full Count blog.
Chamberlain and Youkilis to Meet Again
By: Alex Speier
Kevin Youkilis has never been hit by a pitch from Joba Chamberlain, but the Red Sox first baseman has had three pitches sail in the direction of his head from the young New York fireballer. The trend has been noteworthy to Sox players.
"As good as he is," David Ortiz said on Wednesday of Chamberlain, "the next step for him will be to earn respect from everyone in the league...When things like (the pitches against Youkilis) happen, people get the wrong idea."
Though Chamberlain has never hit Youkilis, several of his teammates have. Youkilis has been hit by the third most pitches of any Yankees opponent since the start of the 2004 season. Four of the five most frequently drilled players by the Red Sox over the same period of time are currently, or spent significant time playing for, the Yankees. For more, visit the Full Count blog.
Fri, 04/24/2009 - 3:53pm
Texeira: "Lot's of boos."
On why he chose the Yankees: "the No. 1 issue for me was my family... it just so happened that the Yankees were a better fit for my family."
On what he expects tonight: "Lots of boos. Loud."
On red sox fans: "these people are great people. They just want to beat the Yankees... I would hope they don't wish phsical harm on me or my family."
On playing in Fenway: "I've always stunk when I played here. My numbers here are terrible."
On what appealed about playing for the Red Sox: "I love the city of Boston and Fenway Park... (And) the chance of winning: this team - I'm talking about the Red Sox - has a chance of winning every single year."
On notion that Red Sox might be upset: "I was close with all the teams (he negotiated with in the offseason...we gave everone an opportunity. I hope (the Sox) don't feel any ill will towards me or my agent... I hope they don't feel used."
Texeira: "Lot's of boos."
On why he chose the Yankees: "the No. 1 issue for me was my family... it just so happened that the Yankees were a better fit for my family."
On what he expects tonight: "Lots of boos. Loud."
On red sox fans: "these people are great people. They just want to beat the Yankees... I would hope they don't wish phsical harm on me or my family."
On playing in Fenway: "I've always stunk when I played here. My numbers here are terrible."
On what appealed about playing for the Red Sox: "I love the city of Boston and Fenway Park... (And) the chance of winning: this team - I'm talking about the Red Sox - has a chance of winning every single year."
On notion that Red Sox might be upset: "I was close with all the teams (he negotiated with in the offseason...we gave everone an opportunity. I hope (the Sox) don't feel any ill will towards me or my agent... I hope they don't feel used."
There's also been a movement for silence and having the fans turn their backs when Leigh Teixeira's husband comes up to bat. Obviously that would be harder to coordinate but would be much more effective than booing.
As for Justin Chamberlain, I wonder if there will be any references to his DUI arrest last fall:
Joba Goes Nine (Steps)! - April 6, 2009
LOL, I knew I could count on you!
:upI would have a lot more respect for "Alvin" if he just came out and said, "I went where there was more money". Done! But no, he has to give some BS story about his family.
I agree with you Bill. "the No. 1 issue for me was my family... it just so happened that the Yankees were a better fit for my family."
When Tex said that there should've have been subtitles at the bottom of the screen like those foreign movies that said "I went to the place with more money and the Red Sox can kiss my ass"!!!!
When Tex said that there should've have been subtitles at the bottom of the screen like those foreign movies that said "I went to the place with more money and the Red Sox can kiss my ass"!!!!
LOL, I knew I could count on you!
I would have a lot more respect for "Alvin" if he just came out and said, "I went where there was more money". Done! But no, he has to give some BS story about his family.
Gee, and I thought he was going to say that it turned out to be up to his wife !
There's more shops in NY than Boston !!
...and Angels, and Orioles ....OH! You guys should hear me scream when I see him smile with those puffy cheeks and those squirrel teeth!
For those of you who wish to witness (and join in) the frivolities @ Fenway this evening...Alvin is batting third. Be there or be square!
For those of you who wish to witness (and join in) the frivolities @ Fenway this evening...Alvin is batting third. Be there or be square!
Unfortunatly I don't think it's on any where that I can watch it.
He was booed...I've heard worse. Wait till he comes to Anaheim!!!!!
When do the Pinstripes make their first trip to the Big A?
...and Angels, and Orioles ....OH! You guys should hear me scream when I see him smile with those puffy cheeks and those squirrel teeth!
LMAO!!!! Seriously though, am I the only one that thinks "Alvin" facially resembles Barry Bonds (beyond the obvious difference of course
) ?1-0 Red Sox!!! Joba having a little trouble. The slide Ellisbury made is something the Mets should try doing sometime. You know, just by that play you could tell Ellisbury is a gritty player.
It was nice to see Joba land on his fat ass!!!! Im glad he didnt get hurt, though.
It was nice to see Joba land on his fat ass!!!! Im glad he didnt get hurt, though.
LMAO!!!! Seriously though, am I the only one that thinks "Alvin" facially resembles Barry Bonds (beyond the obvious difference of course
Never, EVER made the connection but I must admit you are correct. Good match...since Alvin's head is figuratively every bit as big as Barry's!
