Cleveland Rocked By Ravens 16-0 Nov 17, 2009
Live Cameras, Conditions. Disgusted Fans Leave Cleveland Stadium In Droves. (Click2Houston, TX)
Utah Softball Signs Five Nov 17, 2009
left-handed hitter with power and speed. range in outfield is incredible. (Utahutes.com)
MLB Insiders: Pittsburgh Pirates Nov 16, 2009
Thomas stands a decent chance of making the Pirates next season, as they finished this year without a proven left-handed reliever. RHP and RHP were outrighted to Class AAA Indianapolis, and C Steve Lerud was outrighted to Class AA Altoona, dropping them from the 40-man roster. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
23. Who plays left field next season? Nov 16, 2009
And with a left-handed dominant lineup, they are looking for someone that can play left and provide power from the right side of the plate ... Here are some left-handed hitters that are free agents and can play left field. (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Hendry on Cubs' off-season Nov 14, 2009
Grabow figures to be the top left-handed setup man to closer if the Cubs can get the deal done ... Fontenot is a left-handed hitter, and with right-handed-hitting INF on the club, the Cubs may be able to mix and match more. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Younger Danks eyeing Major Leagues Nov 14, 2009
" "If anyone notices anything the last couple of years, we are not afraid to put young guys into the equation once they can handle it physically and mentally," Williams said. One of those young guys thrown into the White Sox mix was John Danks, a 24-year-old left-handed starter who has won 25 games over the past two seasons and just happens to be Jordan's older brother. They are part of a close-knit family, which also includes younger sister, Emily, a volleyball player for Ohio State University... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Cleaning the Desk for the Week-End Nov 14, 2009
" Scully, who turns 82 on Nov. 29, and his wife Sandy celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary recently. And Then Comes the Rumors The rumors keep coming, thick and fast, with no knowledge of the Dodgers' financial restriction, if, indeed, there are any. Either way, here is the rumble on the street for you to digest as you please: Edwin Jackson was an All-Star pitcher for the Tigers this year and pitched deep into games. He won't become a free agent until 2011. Speculation is that the Dodgers... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Women's Basketball Season Opener Friday vs. Indiana at FedExForum at 5 p.m. Nov 13, 2009
and both count in next year's recruiting class because of transfer rules, but the Tigers added a left-handed post player from Mesquite, Texas, on the first day of the early signing period with the addition of Sharee "KK" Harvey. Freshman point guard is not included in that ranking from the Collegiate Girls Basketball Report yet. (Gotigersgo.com)
Inbox: How can Rangers keep Byrd? Nov 12, 2009
If the Rangers put C.J. Wilson in the rotation, who would be the best left-handed reliever in the free agent market. -- Reggie M., Fort Worth. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Lady Bears Sign Big Time Recruit Nov 12, 2009
The left-handed speedster is listed as the nation's top point guard by ESPN HoopGurlz, Scout. com and Collegiate Girls Report and is ranked No. 2 by All-Star Girls Report. (KWTX.com, TX)
On a mission Nov 12, 2009
6-foot-8-inch redshirt freshman Will Ohuaregbe is a physical left-handed power forward who will provide steady rebounding and low post scoring. 6-foot-9-inch East Carolina University transfer John Fields is also a proficient low post scorer, but is an even better shot blocker. (The Seahawk, NC)
Sharee Harvey Signs With Memphis Women's Basketball Team Nov 12, 2009
A left-handed power forward, Harvey recently tore her ACL and will miss this season with her rehabilitation of the injury. The daughter of Ruby Kelley, she selected Memphis over North Carolina State and Tulane. (Gotigersgo.com)
Sizing up the left-handed starter prospects Nov 12, 2009
Lone Star Dugout analyzes the Rangers' top left-handed starting pitching prospects ... Although Ballard spent the rest of the season back in the Texas League, he still has a chance to pitch in the Majors in some form, whether it be as a spot starter or left-handed reliever. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
BenReiterInside Baseball The Class of '09's top 50 free agents, and the best fit for each. Nov 11, 2009
Also making a significant impact will be Aroldis Chapman, the 21-year old left-handed Cuban defector who will likely inspire a bidding war among the game's richest clubs. He is not, as an international free agent, included on this list, but his fate will undoubtedly affect many of those who are. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Rays lock up Kapler for one more year Nov 11, 2009
The Rays initially were attracted to Kapler because of his work against left-handed pitching, so they signed him to a one-year deal prior to the 2009 season ... " Over the last two seasons, Kapler hit .304 (69-for-227) against left-handers with a .577 slugging percentage, which ranks 11th best in the Major Leagues over that span. "I have a lot of confidence in my ability, and I feel like I can perform at a high level and help this team win," Kapler said. Kapler began his Major League career with... (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Inbox: What does Belcher bring? Nov 10, 2009
Donald could eventually be the one to get those second base at-bats against left-handed pitching. Any update on Jake Westbrook's recovery from Tommy John elbow ligament replacement surgery. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Tar Heels Down Belmont Abbey 107-59 In Exhibition Nov 10, 2009
I don't think Tiger Woods is going to try to tee it up and hit it left-handed. He doesn't do that very well. (Tarheelblue.com)
Rays pick up Crawford's $10M option Nov 10, 2009
The Rays declined the 2010 options on left-handed relief pitcher Brian Shouse and catcher Gregg Zaun, while claiming right-hander Ramon Ramirez off waivers from Cincinnati ... " Ramirez also has a remaining option, which allows the Rays some roster flexibility. Shouse, 41, appeared in 45 games for Tampa Bay in 2009, going 1-1 with a 4.50 ERA. He held left-handed hitters to a .224 batting average. The lefty specialist has been pitching professionally for 20 seasons, including parts of 10 seasons... (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Cumberland inching toward volleyball stardom Nov 9, 2009
This girl s left-handed. Hlafka, though, was too much of a one-girl show for the Minutemaids, and when she landed awkwardly on her wrist in the second game it didn t help. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
'Please, raise my taxes' (2) Nov 9, 2009
Jim Dalgleish is The Herald-Palladium city editor and a left-handed catcher for FCOG-Blue in the church league at Plangger's Field. He can be reached at. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Royals trade Teahen for pair of infielders Nov 7, 2009
Getz, a left-handed batter who hit ... He was often platooned, not playing against left-handed pitchers ... Teahen, a left-handed batter who hits to all fields, this year had a. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Royals decline options on three players Nov 7, 2009
"As you know, it's important to have somebody in center field that can go get the ball. We like Mitch Maier, we think he made a lot of improvements and hit well against left-handed pitching and continued to show he had some upside.". The Royals' catching situation was uncertain at times last year, although Olivo did the bulk of it. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Cubs quintet eligible for free agency Nov 6, 2009
The team was expected to try and re-sign the left-handed reliever, who was acquired July 30 from the Pirates, along with Tom Gorzelanny. "I want to come back," Grabow said in early October. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Sox land Hermida to open offseason Nov 6, 2009
" In exchange for Hermida, the Red Sox sent to the Marlins Minor League left-handers Hunter Jones and Jose Alvarez. It is too early to tell yet how Hermida, a left-handed hitter who can play both corner outfield spots, will fit into the Red Sox's roster next season. "[Theo] told me, they were excited to get me," Hermida said by phone. "I'd been on their radar for a long, long time, and they wanted to get me to be part of the Boston Red Sox ... " Hermida started 73 games in right field in 2009... (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Roundup: Hudson, Braves close in on 3-year deal Nov 6, 2009
In 40 games with the White Sox, the left-handed hitting Kotsay batted ... WASHINGTON (AP) -- The have claimed left-handed reliever Doug Slaten off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Twins have five eligible free agents Nov 6, 2009
The left-handed reliever went 1-0 with a 2. 00 ERA in 16 relief appearances (nine innings) after signing with the Twins in late August. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Seven Mariners among free agents Nov 6, 2009
They are the ones eligible for free agency and, beginning on Thursday, left-handed pitcher Erik Bedard, third baseman Adrian Beltre, first baseman Russell Branyan, left fielder Endy Chavez and designated hitters Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Sweeney had 15 days to file ... Branyan was the first player Zduriencik signed after becoming the Seattle GM, offering the left-handed-hitting slugger $1. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Statsui: MVP delivers big numbers Nov 5, 2009
The Yankees, though, fretting over the health of their best full-time left-handed power hitter, did not allow Matsui to play the outfield even when the World Series shifted to Citizens Bank Park, a National League stadium. And so Matsui was resigned to three pinch-hit at-bats. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Cubs pitcher Lilly undergoes shoulder surgery Nov 5, 2009
left-handed pitcher had arthroscopic surgery to clean up debris and labrum fraying in his left shoulder on Tuesday. The surgery went extremely well, according to Lilly and general manager Jim Hendry. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Pirates Acquire Iwamura Nov 5, 2009
281 hitter in the Major Leagues, the left-handed hitting Iwamura hit. 290 (67-for-231) with 19 extra-base hits and 22 RBI in 69 games for the Rays in 2009. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript (Yesterday) Nov 5, 2009
But I like it better because he's a left-handed bat and can hit second. Has a bit of pop, but hits for a nice average. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Chop Talk: Schafer impatient for season Nov 4, 2009
I do most everything left-handed. My right hand is not useful. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Garrison on the road back in AFL Nov 4, 2009
It's been just over a year since Garrison, one of the top left-handed prospects in the San Diego system, was forced to stop throwing. But he continues to impress in Arizona as he works his way back from shoulder surgery. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Bucs acquire Rays' Iwamura for Chavez Nov 4, 2009
The left-handed hitter batted primarily from the leadoff spot in his first two seasons with the Rays before dropping to the bottom of the order in '09 ... He was especially effective against left-handed hitters, limiting them to. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Inbox: Can Rays compete in AL East? Nov 3, 2009
There aren't many left-handed closers and Price will do work. Or if this isn't an option, what about J.P. Howell. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Cards Minors Rookie Player of the Year: 2009 Nov 3, 2009
Adams, a left-handed swinging gap-to-gap hitter, made an immediate impression in the Appy League. Every year, there is one player that seems to combine a consistent, smooth, and appealing-looking swing with the sweet sound of a wooden bat hitting a baseball. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Yanks Beat Phils For Series Lead Nov 2, 2009
"He closed off our left-handed hitters," Philadelphia manager Charlie Manuel said. Especially slugger Ryan Howard. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
* Nations best set to hit the courts in Taipei Ladies Open Nov 1, 2009
Although left-handed she plays right-handed to follow Japanese custom, without adverse effect, as demonstrated by a career-high ranking of No. 4 in the world and two Grand Slam semi-final appearances. Another player to look out for, or perhaps listen out for, is Michelle Larcher De Brito. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Clinic brings in knowledge of former Major Leaguers Oct 31, 2009
A year later Rooker was in the big leagues as a left-handed reliever and the next year he started 22 games for the Kansas City Royals, winning four of the 103 W's he would accumulate in a 13-year career. A career, by the way, that included three appearances in the postseason as part of Pittsburgh's "Lumber Company" of the 1970s. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Josh Smith, Hawks Block Wizards 100-89 Oct 31, 2009
The block set up a fast break, capped by Smith's left-handed dunk. Joe Johnson scored 17 points and Jamal Crawford added 16 for Atlanta, which took the lead for good late in the first quarter. (W-USA News, DC)
Making the Grade: Bullpen Oct 31, 2009
182 by left-handed hitters. Moving Thatcher over toward the left side of the rubber might have given him a more deceptive look when facing left-handed hitters, who had a tough time getting a look at the ball ... 65 ERA in 15 games with San Diego, showing good movement from two different arm slots depending on if the hitter was right-handed or left-handed. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
2009 St. Louis Cardinals Team Review Oct 31, 2009
The left-handed relief corps of veterans (70 games) and (75 appearances) were solid pretty much all year and right-handers (66 games) and Jason Motte (69 appearances) were also kept busy all season long.. Despite a month-long late season slump, Franklin finished with 38 saves, third-best in the league. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Hamels used to look up to Pettitte as a kid Oct 31, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Oct 30, 2009 08:09 PMModified Fri, Oct 30, 2009 08:09 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Pirates claim lefty Thomas off waivers Oct 30, 2009
As the Pirates look to fill current holes before the start of the 2010 season, finding some left-handed relief help is at the top of the list. Pittsburgh finished the season with two lefty relievers, but Donnie Veal is expected to begin the '10 as a starter in Triple-A and Phil Dumatrait struggled immensely after coming back from shoulder surgery. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Lee tops Sabathia in battle of former Indians Oct 30, 2009
Before Utley, the only other left-handed hitter to homer twice off a lefty pitcher in a Series game was Babe Ruth in 1928 off Bill Sherdel of the Cardinals. The last six teams to win the Series opener won the title. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Head Coach Ray Tanner Press Conference Quotes Oct 30, 2009
He's a left-handed stick that has shown his skills are better behind the plate. I certainly feel better about our catching situation. (Uscsports.com)
Lopresti: Unpleasant loss comes in front of the Boss Oct 29, 2009
But he was here Wednesday, when the past met the present, and a crowd-muting message was sent by a left-handed pitcher who started the season for the Cleveland Indians. The Yankees are in a fight. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Making the Grade: Starting Pitchers Oct 29, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- When rookie left-handed pitcher Cesar Ramos got his first Major League start in the final weeks of the regular season, he became the 15th different starting pitcher for the Padres in 2009. Not exactly a sign of stability. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Exercise in Adolescence May Cut Risk of Deadly Brain Tumor Oct 29, 2009
Studies have shown that people who are left-handed, for example, are at higher risk of the disease. In the current research, Moore and his colleagues examined data on nearly 500,000 men and women aged 50 to 71 participating in the NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study, which included questionnaires on height and weight at various points during their lives. (MEDLINEplus)
Phillies cut to the Chase, win 6-1 Oct 29, 2009
The home run, on the ninth pitch of the at-bat, was the first Sabathia allowed at home to a left-handed hitter this year. First lady Michelle Obama received a warm welcome from Yankees fans and a kiss from Yankees captain Derek Jeter. (Florida Today)
Tigers Getting Set For Fall World Series Oct 29, 2009
Hes a big 6-8 left-handed pitcher who has done a good job for us. I think hes really started to come into his own here in the fall. (autigers.com)
Utleysets record, then smashesN.Y. Oct 29, 2009
Utley became the second left-handed batter to hit two homers off a left-handed pitcher in the World Series, joining Babe Ruth who did it for the Yankees against St. Louis in 1928 ... Sabathia had not allowed a homer in Yankee Stadium to a left-handed hitter this year before Utley connected. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Path of the Pros: Brian McCann Oct 29, 2009
220 with two homers in 29 games, but the Braves thought the left-handed hitter was ready for Class A South Atlantic League to begin the 2003 season. "When I came to Spring Training, I remember telling (Minor League coordinator) Jim Beauchamp and (director of player development) Dayton Moore, 'I'm an outsider, but this kid's got some talent,'" recalled Rocket Wheeler, who went on to manage McCann in the Rome Braves' inaugural season. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Who Has The Advantage? Jed Jacobsohn/Getty ImagesThe Phils' Game 1 starter, Cliff Lee, has posted a microscopic 0.74 ERA while winning all three of his playoff starts.Cliff Lee or CC Sabathia? Ryan Howard or Mark Teixeira? Jimmy Rollins or Derek Jeter? Ted Keith breaks down the Phils and Yanks position by position and reveals who has the edge. Oct 28, 2009
500 or above, and had the second-best record in the majors against left-handed pitching, which bodes well in a Series where they'll face at least two lefty starters. How evenly matched are these clubs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Powerhouse punch Oct 28, 2009
"The nice thing about it for hitters in both of those ballparks, whether you're left-handed or right-handed you don't have to do too much to hit home runs," Garko said. "From either side of the plate, you can hit opposite-field homers. As a right-handed hitter, you don't have to crush a ball in Yankee Stadium to hit it out to right field. Same with the Phillies' park. "That's what we noticed in Yankee Stadium. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
World Series: How Phillies and Yankees match up Oct 27, 2009
With his smooth and sweet left-handed swing, Cano is a big reason New York's relentless offense is so hazardous on pitchers ... 274 with 28 homers and 90 RBIs this season, and his professional approach from the left side of the plate always makes him a tough out in key situations _ even against left-handed pitching ... Chad Durbin is reliable in middle relief, Ryan Madson is a durable setup man and Scott Eyre is an experienced and effective left-handed specialist. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Look no further than oak trees for deer Oct 27, 2009
Oh, I have taken a few deer shooting right-handed while sighting with my left eye, just as I have taken a couple shooting totally left-handed. But, some magnificent work on my injured shootin eye and a cataract extraction by Dr. Smith made it possible for the first time in years to shoot a deer the way I had been doing for so many years before. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mauer wins Twins' MVP honors Oct 27, 2009
Left-handed reliever Jose Mijares was honored with the Bill Boni Award, given to the Twins' most outstanding rookie. Mijares, 24, posted a 2. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Back to the drawing board Oct 26, 2009
The Cubs thought they had solved their need for a left-handed bat when they signed Bradley, a switch-hitting right fielder, to a three-year, $30 million contract. That deal blew up in Hendry's face. (TitanCentral.com)
Projections from Bill James: D-backs Pitchers Oct 26, 2009
I was extremely disappointed to find that the Handbook had projections for neither nor Daniel Schlereth, a pair of rookies who figure to be the only left-handed relievers on the 2010 D-backs. Schlereth is one of the best prospects in the game, but has fewer than 60 professional innings under his belt, so I can understand why James might not feel comfortable predicting his 2010 success on such limited statistical data. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Shea: Will Dodgers contend? Oct 25, 2009
International intrigue: Two available left-handed pitchers, to whom the Giants have been linked, will be making big decisions in the near future: Japanese high schooler Yusei Kikuchi (he's 18 and throws 96 mph) and Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman (he's 21 and has topped 100 mph). Kikuchi isn't convinced he wants to pitch in the majors, but we'll know by Thursday, the day of the Japanese draft. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Myers may be on Series roster Oct 25, 2009
But even if they stick with only 11 pitchers, they could replace Bastardo with Myers because neither the Yankees nor the Angels are rich with left-handed pinch-hitters. "There were no promises made to him or anything, and again, we haven't made any decisions as to whether he's going to be on the [World Series] roster or not," Amaro said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Program teaches amputee vets the game of golf Oct 23, 2009
Naturally right-hand, Garcia had to be convinced that he should play left-handed instead of trying to hold the club with his prosthetic right arm. He took several awkward swings, saying "This is weird" before finally making contact, topping the ball a short distance. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cathy Zimmerman: Why it's right to vote yes on Referendum 71 Oct 20, 2009
reasonable1 wrote on Oct 19, 2009 10:03 AM:" I have always enjoyed Cathy's work and, after the initial shock of her jettisoning, am relieved that TDN has liberated her to share her talent with more than just the mouth-breathers here. I, too, have gay relatives - and friends and co-workers - and recognize the inequity of their treatment at the hands of the "moral" Xtians. Perhaps if blacarrow's straight son were beaten, tied to a fence and left to die for being - oh, I don't know - left-handed? -... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Rox look to build on strong second half Oct 20, 2009
253 batting average against left-handed pitching suggests the team is imbalanced to the left ... Left-handed hitting right fielder Brad Hawpe, who had an All-Star first half but struggled late in the season, has been mentioned in reports of possible trades ... Morales became a left-handed force toward the end of the season. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
