Friday's Frosty Mug
by Kyle Lobner on Jul 31, 2009 9:39 AM CDT
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Dreams really do come true, at least for The Bucky Channell, as the Brewers will open play today without both Bill Hall and Jeff Suppan on the active roster. Hall was optioned to AAA to get some consistent at bats to work on his swing, and Sheffield's House is reporting he was later traded to the Toppers' Pizza Softball Team. Hernan Iribarren will be called up before tonight's game to take Hall's place on the roster.
Suppan, meanwhile, is on the DL with a strained oblique. The Brewers haven't made a corresponding move to fill his roster spot, but Doug Melvin says he doesn't expect to fill it via trade. Chase Wright, who could have been a candidate to make a spot start on Saturday, started for Nashville last night, so he's likely out of the equation. Unless I'm mistaken, Chris Cody is scheduled to pitch for the Sounds tonight, and could also be a candidate.
The downfall of Jeff Suppan and Bill Hall, combined with the lost season of Chris Capuano and the disappointing year by J.J. Hardy have led View From Bernie's Chalet to wonder if the four Brewers made a mistake by appearing on "The Young and the Restless" in 2007.
Meanwhile, the Brewers are left clinging to a .500 record, heading off on the dreaded west coast road trip. You may want to try to catch an afternoon nap today, if you can: The Brewers play at 9:05 five of the next six days.
Once every few days, especially when Mike Cameron isn't hitting well, someone in the game thread asks how Tony Gwynn Jr. is doing in San Diego. Before you ask, here you go: Gwynn got off to a hot start for the Padres, but Quevedo at the Buffet reports that he's hitting just .240/.291/.312 with 21 strikeouts and one stolen base since June 21.
Around the minors:
- The Brewers appear to have reached a deal to lure 2009 draft pick D'Vontrey Richardson away from playing football at Florida State. Richardson was a fifth round pick, believed to be seeking a bonus well above slot money.
- The Timber Rattlers are struggling a bit lately, but Brett Christopherson of the Appleton Post-Crescent thinks the Brewers could help the team by promoting two prospects from Helena: BCB #9 prospect Jake Odorizzi and 2009 third round pick Josh Prince.
Around the league:
Astros: Released Russ Ortiz.
Braves: Released reliever Jeff Bennett.
Cubs: Acquired John Grabow and Tom Gorzelanny from the Pirates for pitchers Kevin Hart, Jose Ascanio and a minor leaguer.
Dodgers: Acquired George Sherrill from the Orioles for two prospects.
Mets: Designated Elmer Dessens for assignment.
Rays: Claimed catcher Jose Lobaton off waivers from the Padres.
Royals: Acquired outfielder Josh Anderson from the Tigers for cash.
Russ Ortiz and Kevin Hart were the starting pitchers in yesterday's Cubs-Astros game, and as 6-4-2 notes, neither were on their respective teams' active roster by the end of the day.
It's the busiest day of the year for trade rumor peddlers and the like, and for one man, business is booming: Tyler Maas of Bugs & Cranks profiles Elliott James, the guy who photoshops the caps of their new teams onto traded players.
At Inside the Majors, former Blue Jays assistant GM Bart Given answers more reader questions about life in a front office. Today, we have questions on cash payments made as part of trades, using players on the DL as part of trades, and using text messages and email to negotiate deals.
Remember umpire Bill Hohn (and his mustache), and the issues the Brewers had with him a couple of weeks ago? He's back in the news today for fist-bumping Marlins catcher John Baker following Wednesday's game, where he ejected both Bobby Cox and Brian McCann. Can we just replace these guys with machines and get it over with?
This isn't one of the brightest days for "This Day in Brewer History:" On this day in 1990, the Brewers were the losing team as Nolan Ryan won his 300th game. And on this day in 1996, the Brewers traded Greg Vaughn to the Padres for Bryce Florie, Marc Newfield and Ron Villone. Vaughn went on to hit 50 home runs for the Padres in 1998. Newfield played two below average seasons as a Brewer and was done in the majors at 25. Villone pitched in 50 games for the Brewers in 1997, and Florie appeared in 32.
Oh, and take a moment today to consider the plight of unnamed sources.
Drink up.
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me loves the west coast road trip!
i get a nice long weekend of live brewers.
by Cervercero on Jul 31, 2009 9:48 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That Y&A Appearance
all I can say is “She can warm me up any time.”
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
by Hyatt on Jul 31, 2009 9:52 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think you...
May be mistaken about Chris Cody. According to the Brewers official site, Burns is scheduled to pitch tonight.
Burns is scheduled to pitch Friday, so he would work Saturday on one extra day of rest.
by TheBurningRom on Jul 31, 2009 10:11 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hohn
The MLB Umpire Union needs to come down on Hohn. He’s both instigating and calling a joke of a zone during games. Any respect built for non-biased Umpires is going down the drain every time Hohn and his stash get a headline.
by SgtClueLs on Jul 31, 2009 10:18 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The zone is something they won't touch with a ten-foot pole
but barking at a manager and then fist-bumping the opposing catcher is truly awful. The NBA protects their refs as much as MLB protects their umps, but even they had to suspend Joey Crawford after a peculiar run-in with Tim Duncan.
There’s a precedent here from the NBA and I think the Umpires union is going to have to take some action to save face. Let’s just hope all of the talking heads blow up this incident as it deserves.
by ecocd on Jul 31, 2009 10:22 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Calling up Chris Cody seems a bit premature.
He lit up AA ball earlier this year (2.3 ERA, .89 WHIP) but his stats have fallen off a lot in AAA ball (4.2 ERA, 1.38 WHIP). That includes 10 earned runs, in his last two starts (7 innings). I’d rather let him figure things out in AAA and then bring him to the majors sometime next year if needed (or possibly a September callup this year).
Of course watching a Mike Burns start doesn’t sound fun at all.
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:19 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Of course if you take out his last two appearances, Cody had a 2.96 ERA in his first 8 games in Nashville.
http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/milb/stats/stats.jsp?pos=P&sid=milb&t=p_pbp&pid=501866
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:22 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why not?
New pitchers are great for spot starts, because there’s very little book on them which can drive opposing players nuts. They also get a look at how he responds to the pressure of a big league game and he’ll bring that experience back with him to AAA. It’s also a gesture that recognizes the organization’s commitment to him and reward him for a great season so far. I don’t think he would mind a few game’s worth of MLB pay and per diem, either. ;-)
You’re last sentence about Mike Burns sounds like you would grudgingly accept the Cody promotion even if you’re not too terribly happy about it.
by ecocd on Jul 31, 2009 10:26 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes I would rather see Cody start over Burns
If only Cody had the option of facing a team like the Brewers when it comes to facing pitchers making their major league debut. :)
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:28 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't get all the hate for Mike Burns.
He had two truly bad outings and 3 decent ones. He gave up a few home runs but I don’t expect him to continue to be that bad. His peripherals in AAA are actually pretty good. Between him, Dillard, and Villy Burns has performed the best.
by levnclf on Jul 31, 2009 10:46 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Apparently the Brewers tried to get Bannister
The Brewers made an offer for Royals right-hander Brian Bannister on Thursday, but were told, “We’re not motivated to move him.”
The Royals did not even counter the offer.
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:25 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wouldn't mind Bannister
The Royals do need a shortstop.
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by MadJimiBrewha on Jul 31, 2009 11:19 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Washburn to Tigers
Per MLB Trade Rumors.
No details yet.
by SgtClueLs on Jul 31, 2009 10:36 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
details
MARINERS ACQUIRE LHP LUKE FRENCH & LHP MAURICIO ROBLES FROM DETROIT IN EXCHANGE FOR LHP JARROD WASHBURN from the Fantasy 411 Twitter
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
by Hyatt on Jul 31, 2009 10:37 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm confused.
I thought the Mariners were buyers after they brought in Happy Jack and Ian Snell.
What am I missing?
by Rubie Q on Jul 31, 2009 10:39 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wilson is their SS of the future.
I guess they didn’t think keeping Hardy after next season would be possible.
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:44 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wilson is 32
not much future there left
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
by Hyatt on Jul 31, 2009 10:45 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
true
I’m just passing along what Tim Kurkjian said on Sportscenter.
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hence my confusion.
Doesn’t he have a club option of around $8 million next year?
by Rubie Q on Jul 31, 2009 10:51 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's actually a decent value
And it’s not like the Mariners can’t afford it. Wilson’s a pretty solid player.
E: George 4 (5, throw, throw, throw, throw).
by Jordan M on Jul 31, 2009 11:07 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which makes me wonder
What happened in the Brewer’s trade talks with the Mariners. Was Melvin asking for too much for Hardy or what?
I would say Hardy>Wilson or am I just being a homer?
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, I don't think you're being a homer.
Wilson’s never had an .800 OPS season (though he came close twice — in ‘04 and ’07) and he’s had eight seasons (including this one) below .700 OPS.
by Rubie Q on Jul 31, 2009 10:56 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hardy>Wilson
Especially considering cost and age. Plus despite the down year, Hardy has a bat with a little punch.
by levnclf on Jul 31, 2009 10:58 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wilson is a stopgap in case they make a run next year.
They know they wont contend this year but Snell and Wilson are both pieces for ’10.
by levnclf on Jul 31, 2009 10:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, and Washburn is having a career year
If Suppan had an ERA under 3.00 and the Brewers were sitting where they are now, I’d hope they would trade him.
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by TheJay on Jul 31, 2009 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and you wonder why the post melvin Rangers were so bad?
John Hart just said Washburn will be most likely a Type A free agent… Yeah, shows what kind of talent evaluator he was once he stopped caring about building teams.
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
by Hyatt on Jul 31, 2009 10:44 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The photoshopper guy
I thought from the link that there really was a guy doing a bunch of photoshopping. I didn’t know it was satirical until I started reading the article. Way to sneak a fastball by me.
by grant76 on Jul 31, 2009 10:51 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What I wanna see
Is someone break into the limelight for their 15mins of fame as the Pitching Stance guy, though the only one I’d guess correctly would be when he looks over the “wrong” side of his shoulder to check on a runner at first
by pharom on Jul 31, 2009 11:33 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So if Bill Hall is in AAA,
does that mean he will appear as a “Top Prospect” in the minor league notes?
by Yar Nivek on Jul 31, 2009 10:54 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Considering Brad Nelson is still a top prospect....
No
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 11:02 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
considering he's Bill Hall
No
dickie_thon: Third baseman Bill Hall / Watches the third strike go by / Gamel grabs his glove
by GoGregGo on Jul 31, 2009 11:16 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
considering he is the best in the league
Uh Yeah
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by MadJimiBrewha on Jul 31, 2009 11:22 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Okay, maybe Top Prospect is too much...
But I’d still like to see what he’s doing in AAA on a daily basis. Maybe have three categories, “Top Prospects”, “Top Performers”, and “Public Enemy #1”.
by Yar Nivek on Jul 31, 2009 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The only related Top Prospect
is that the prospect of Bill Hall getting optioned down topped many of our wish lists
by pharom on Jul 31, 2009 11:31 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know we're all happy to see him go down to AAA,
But given the choice of him continuing to suck, or having him start to hit .300 with power, I’d have to choose the second one.
by Yar Nivek on Jul 31, 2009 11:55 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We can have both
Because like the article said, he isn’t getting any better sitting on the bench. His current growing pains are far better worked out down there then on a club that doesn’t need another struggling offensive player
by pharom on Jul 31, 2009 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now that we've re-acquired Vargas, should we claim Dessens as well?
Why stop with one bad pitcher?
by Brew Angel on Jul 31, 2009 1:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I hear Rafael Roque is available
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
by Hyatt on Jul 31, 2009 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brewers are 51-51. Hoffman's # is 51. Tonight is the Padre's 51st game. These are the things that Haudricourt get's paid to uncover.
by Mykenk on Jul 31, 2009 1:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
how could tonight be the Padre's 51st game?
i’m sure they’ve had over 100 this year as well. maybe i’d believe 5100st all time;)
by PagsBrewCrew on Jul 31, 2009 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
51st home game.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
by Kyle Lobner on Jul 31, 2009 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, figured that was a possibility
but meh. i guess i felt like being my typical pain-in-the-ass self.
by PagsBrewCrew on Jul 31, 2009 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ahh the THwitter
what would life be without it
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
by Hyatt on Jul 31, 2009 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol at Haudricourt's twitter.
He just posted this gem:
The Reds getting Scott Rolen is like putting an extra row boat on the Titanic.
by Aceinyourhole on Jul 31, 2009 3:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Actually
That would have saved many lives. Can someone come up with something more appropriate? I have the dumb.
http://icanhascheezburger.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/funny-pictures-cat-cannot-brain-today.jpg
by ecocd on Jul 31, 2009 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
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