Around The Horn: Teahen, Virgil, Bill James Hate, Under the Weathers
-Dexter Sports
3:54 PM
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No, I'm not going to talk about this crazy delay that is going on in the world series. As a matter of a fact I hope that we get to see the baseball in thanksgiving. How awesome would that be? In the words of Eric Clapton, "Let it Rain. Let it Rain." Well the Rain is falling around the blogosphere. Let's go Around the Horn to check out the best of the best the last few days.
3:54 PM
Dexter-Sports Inbox
No, I'm not going to talk about this crazy delay that is going on in the world series. As a matter of a fact I hope that we get to see the baseball in thanksgiving. How awesome would that be? In the words of Eric Clapton, "Let it Rain. Let it Rain." Well the Rain is falling around the blogosphere. Let's go Around the Horn to check out the best of the best the last few days.
- Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez was named the N.L. manager of the year. He did a wonderful job of stabilizing a young team throughout most of the season. I'm just glad a manager like Lou Pinella didn't bring it home. I thought that Joe Torre would get a look for his playoff run. Isn't Charlie Manuel worthy as well? In the American League, it was a no brainer. Rays manager Joe Maddon brought home the award. I can't think of anyone else in the A.L. that even came close to deserving it as much as the Rays manager. You always have to root for the Mike Scioscia roots.
- The Red Sox claimed right hander Virgil Vasquez from the Detroit Tigers today. Vasquez was one of the Tigers top prospects going into 2007. I wouldn't be surprised if he sees some time in 2009. Vasquez went 12-12 with the Toledo Mudhens last season. Does this mean they are willing to stay away from starting pitcher free agent market? Probably not. A lot of hope is based on the fact that Clay Buccholtz will bounce back from a horrid 2008.
- The Diatribe hits on the idea of bringing in Mark Teahen to man left field. I tend to agree that it would be a bad idea to bring him in. The options already in place are so much better. Check out the whole article here.
- John Fay of Cinncinatti.com talks about the David Weathers situation, and how he is still a bit bitter about Mike Stanton getting more money than him two years ago. I say suck it up David, and be thankful someone is pursuing you. Fay also touches on how Matt Holliday would be available, and that Walt Jocketty could swing a deal that would most likely
involve Johnny Cueto.
- The Cubs reporter wonders, "Why does Bill James hate the Cubs so much?" James rated the Cubs 26th in young talent. TCR also thinks that Geovanny Soto should be on the top 25 players under thirty. Ok, I might agree, but one thing I would note is that Prince is number one over the likes of Hanley, David Wright, Time Lincecum? Ok? Bill, I love you, but are you really believing this? I guess it will come down to production in 2009.
