The Mariners went into the winter with the intention of being agressive. After flirting with Josh Hamilton, they really didn’t do much. How will this team fare in the AL West?
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What Are the Options For the Cardinals at Shortstop?
With Rafael Furcal most likely starting the season on the DL, the Cardinals could be in the market for a shortstop. Sure, there are guys like Pete Kozma and Ronny Cedeno on the roster, but do either really instill confidence in the masses. I’ll pass. Here are a few other options.
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2012 Top 20 Prospects – Seattle Mariners
2012 Top 20 Prospects – Seattle Mariners
It’s prospect season again. I’ve had my rankings listed on team pages, but have been horrible about keeping those up to date. As I mentioned on the pages, I’m looking at other rankings when I make mine (along with scouting reports and my own opinion). Now the Mariners.
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Colby Rasmus: Dan Haren Part 2
Today, the St. Louis Cardinals shocked no one and everyone at the same time by trading outfieder Colby Rasmus. Was the package worth it?
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30 Teams in 30 Days: St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals
2010 Record: 86-76
736 RS, 641 RA, Pythagorean Record: 92-70
Manager: Tony LaRussa
GM: John Mozeliaik
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30 Teams in 30 Days: Seattle Mariners
Seattle Mariners
2010 Record: 61-101
513 RS, 698 RA, Pythagorean Record: 57-105
Manager: Eric Wedge
GM: Jack Zduriencik
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GM Scores: Walt Jocketty
The next in the series will be Walt Jocketty, current GM of the Cincinnati Reds and formerly the St. Louis Cardinal’s GM. Jocketty has been the GM in Cincinnati for 2.5 seasons (he started during the 2008 season); he was the GM in St. Louis for 13 years (1995-2007). Jocketty has made 14 trades for the Reds (121 total) and 19 signings (183 total).
Jocketty averages 4.7 WAR per year due to his moves with the Reds; he’s averaged 20.9 over his career. He’s added a total of 11.8 WAR to the Reds and 312.6 WAR to the Cardinals. Continue reading
GM Scores: John Mozeliak
The second GM in the series is John Mozeliak of the St. Louis Cardinals (call me a homer, but I was interested to see how he’s done). Mozeliak took over after the 2007 season, so he’s had 3 seasons under his belt. He’s made 11 trades and 30 signings in that time and has had no draft picks make the majors.
Mozeliak averages 11.0 WAR per year due to his moves. He’s added a total of 33.1 WAR over his tenure. Continue reading
The 2010 Robert Goulet Memorial Mustached American of the Year Nominees
The American Mustache Institute has released the nominees of the 2010 Robert Goulet Memorial Mustached American of the Year, and the world of sports is pretty well represented.
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