Path of the Pros: Kevin Kouzmanoff
Kevin Kouzmanoff emphatically ended his Minor League career in late 2006, a moment he still finds hard to believe. The young Indians prospect, hitting .353 ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 16 Dec 2009
Path
of the Pros: Prince Fielder
Prince Fielder doesn't want anyone to know what's going on in his mind. A typically loose, smiling slugger, he's been known to erupt, ripping into ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 25 Nov 2009
Prince Fielder doesn't want anyone to know what's going on in his mind. A typically loose, smiling slugger, he's been known to erupt, ripping into ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 25 Nov 2009
Tigers'
Bourquin suspended 50 games
NEW YORK -- Former Tigers second-round pick Ron Bourquin was suspended for 50 games on Thursday after testing positive for a banned substance. The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that Bourquin has received a 50-game suspension, ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 19 Nov 2009
NEW YORK -- Former Tigers second-round pick Ron Bourquin was suspended for 50 games on Thursday after testing positive for a banned substance. The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that Bourquin has received a 50-game suspension, ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 19 Nov 2009
Scheppers,
Teagarden excited for '10
Tanner Scheppers and Taylor Teagarden were in two very different places a few months ago, but both have teamed to provide the Rangers with a ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 19 Nov 2009
Tanner Scheppers and Taylor Teagarden were in two very different places a few months ago, but both have teamed to provide the Rangers with a ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 19 Nov 2009
Morel
homers in AFL Finals preview
Brent Morel was relaxing at home last month following a few weeks of instructional league when his phone rang. Buddy Bell, the White Sox director of ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 18 Nov 2009
Brent Morel was relaxing at home last month following a few weeks of instructional league when his phone rang. Buddy Bell, the White Sox director of ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 18 Nov 2009
Kennedy
happy with progress in AFL
Ian Kennedy can relate to a lot of Yankees fans. He's watched veteran Andy Pettitte grind out innings and big wins in the Bronx for a few years and he's been ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 17 Nov 2009
Ian Kennedy can relate to a lot of Yankees fans. He's watched veteran Andy Pettitte grind out innings and big wins in the Bronx for a few years and he's been ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 17 Nov 2009
Astros'
Lopez tosses four hitless innings
Wilton Lopez is likely done pitching this fall and he ended his second Arizona Fall League campaign with his best effort of the season. Lopez, who reached the Majors with ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 16 Nov 2009
Wilton Lopez is likely done pitching this fall and he ended his second Arizona Fall League campaign with his best effort of the season. Lopez, who reached the Majors with ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 16 Nov 2009
Lemon's
slam sweet for Surprise
Marcus Lemon said he doesn't keep track of his stats. "Except home runs," he admitted with a laugh. "I know how many of those I've hit, I don't hit too many." ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 12 Nov 2009
Marcus Lemon said he doesn't keep track of his stats. "Except home runs," he admitted with a laugh. "I know how many of those I've hit, I don't hit too many." ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 12 Nov 2009
Mets'
Davis pacing himself for success
The Mets surely could use a young, power-hitting first baseman, but Ike Davis knows the quickest way to Citi Field is by taking things ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 11 Nov 2009
The Mets surely could use a young, power-hitting first baseman, but Ike Davis knows the quickest way to Citi Field is by taking things ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 11 Nov 2009
D-backs'
Augenstein learning in AFL
It's been nearly six months since Bryan Augenstein fought his nerves in his Major League debut in Phoenix. The 23-year-old was back in town and on ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 10 Nov 2009
It's been nearly six months since Bryan Augenstein fought his nerves in his Major League debut in Phoenix. The 23-year-old was back in town and on ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 10 Nov 2009
Giants,
Lookouts earn top praise
The San Jose Giants and Chattanooga Lookouts will be the center of attention in Indianapolis next month when the clubs are presented with two of Minor League Baseball's top trophies. The Giants, who were California League champions in 2009, were ...
From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 10 Nov 2009
The San Jose Giants and Chattanooga Lookouts will be the center of attention in Indianapolis next month when the clubs are presented with two of Minor League Baseball's top trophies. The Giants, who were California League champions in 2009, were ...
From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 10 Nov 2009
Buente
showing Marlins his stuff
For Jay Buente, every strikeout in Arizona this fall moves him a little closer to a roster spot in Florida next spring. "I'm definitely confident I can ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 9 Nov 2009
For Jay Buente, every strikeout in Arizona this fall moves him a little closer to a roster spot in Florida next spring. "I'm definitely confident I can ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 9 Nov 2009
Singleton
remains productive in AFL
Steve Singleton may not be the biggest name in the Twins' system, but he's hoping to change that in the coming months. "Everyone here is somebody in ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 4 Nov 2009
Steve Singleton may not be the biggest name in the Twins' system, but he's hoping to change that in the coming months. "Everyone here is somebody in ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 4 Nov 2009
Path
of the Pros: Adam Dunn
It was a towering, 400-foot home run in the summer of 2001 that, appropriately, introduced Adam Dunn to much of the baseball world. Dunn, a 6-foot-6, ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 4 Nov 2009
It was a towering, 400-foot home run in the summer of 2001 that, appropriately, introduced Adam Dunn to much of the baseball world. Dunn, a 6-foot-6, ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 4 Nov 2009
Garrison
on the road back in AFL
Steve Garrison has promised himself he won't dream about his future with the Padres, but it's becoming a little harder to keep in the back of his mind. "I'm ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 3 Nov 2009
Steve Garrison has promised himself he won't dream about his future with the Padres, but it's becoming a little harder to keep in the back of his mind. "I'm ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 3 Nov 2009
May's
big day highlights progress
Lucas May is in his second stint in the Arizona Fall League, and he knows the Dodgers are keeping a watchful eye on his progress behind the plate. "The thing that Joe Torre wants is good, solid, consistent catching, so that's my main focus right now," ... From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 2 Nov 2009
Lucas May is in his second stint in the Arizona Fall League, and he knows the Dodgers are keeping a watchful eye on his progress behind the plate. "The thing that Joe Torre wants is good, solid, consistent catching, so that's my main focus right now," ... From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 2 Nov 2009
Giants'
Posey wins '09 Spink Award
Giants catcher Buster Posey, who ascended from Class A Advanced San Jose to the Majors in less than six months, was named the winner of the 50th annual J.G. Taylor Spink Award as the Topps/Minor League Player of the Year for 2009 on Tuesday. Posey, 22, ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 29 Oct 2009
Giants catcher Buster Posey, who ascended from Class A Advanced San Jose to the Majors in less than six months, was named the winner of the 50th annual J.G. Taylor Spink Award as the Topps/Minor League Player of the Year for 2009 on Tuesday. Posey, 22, ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 29 Oct 2009
Desme
strikes again, homers twice
Temperatures in Phoenix may not quite as hot as usual, but Grant Desme is certainly heating things up. Desme went yard for the 10th time in 10 games to lead the Phoenix Desert Dogs ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 28 Oct 2009
Temperatures in Phoenix may not quite as hot as usual, but Grant Desme is certainly heating things up. Desme went yard for the 10th time in 10 games to lead the Phoenix Desert Dogs ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 28 Oct 2009
Ashley's
walk-off slam lifts Dogs
Good things happen when you eat with the team's hottest hitter. "He's my favorite player right now," Rays prospect Nevin Ashley said of teammate Grant ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 26 Oct 2009
Good things happen when you eat with the team's hottest hitter. "He's my favorite player right now," Rays prospect Nevin Ashley said of teammate Grant ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 26 Oct 2009
D-backs'
Allen snaps slump in win
Off to a slow start by most standards, Brandon Allen said he's not even keeping track of his results so far in the Arizona Fall League. "I don't pay attention ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 22 Oct 2009
Off to a slow start by most standards, Brandon Allen said he's not even keeping track of his results so far in the Arizona Fall League. "I don't pay attention ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 22 Oct 2009
Henley
seeking consistency in AFL
Cardinals prospect Tyler Henley homered and knocked in three runs Wednesday as the Surprise Rafters held on for a 10-9 victory over the Peoria Saguaros. Henley ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 22 Oct 2009
Cardinals prospect Tyler Henley homered and knocked in three runs Wednesday as the Surprise Rafters held on for a 10-9 victory over the Peoria Saguaros. Henley ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 22 Oct 2009
Heisey
heating up in Fall League
Reds prospect Zack Cozart hit a go-ahead two-run single to highlight a six-run ninth inning Tuesday as the Peoria Saguaros rallied for an 11-8 victory over the Phoenix Desert Dogs. Cozart's line drive to center field off Sam Demel plated fellow Reds ... From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 20 Oct 2009
Reds prospect Zack Cozart hit a go-ahead two-run single to highlight a six-run ninth inning Tuesday as the Peoria Saguaros rallied for an 11-8 victory over the Phoenix Desert Dogs. Cozart's line drive to center field off Sam Demel plated fellow Reds ... From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 20 Oct 2009
Carter
to attend Hall of Fame ceremony
Gary Carter, the Mets' Hall of Fame catcher who spent time as both a player and a manager in the Florida State League, will attend the circuit's inaugural Hall of Fame induction ceremony next month in Daytona Beach, Fla. Former Mets player, ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 20 Oct 2009
Gary Carter, the Mets' Hall of Fame catcher who spent time as both a player and a manager in the Florida State League, will attend the circuit's inaugural Hall of Fame induction ceremony next month in Daytona Beach, Fla. Former Mets player, ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 20 Oct 2009
Sizemore
stays hot in Javelinas' win
Scott Sizemore may not have homered for the third straight day Monday afternoon, yet he still managed his most productive effort of the fledgling AFL season. ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 19 Oct 2009
Scott Sizemore may not have homered for the third straight day Monday afternoon, yet he still managed his most productive effort of the fledgling AFL season. ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 19 Oct 2009
Path
of the Pros: Lance Berkman
Lance Berkman made his way to Kissimmee, Fla. in the summer of 1997 with something to prove. Houston's No. 1 pick in the '97 Draft walked onto the field ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 16 Oct 2009
Lance Berkman made his way to Kissimmee, Fla. in the summer of 1997 with something to prove. Houston's No. 1 pick in the '97 Draft walked onto the field ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 16 Oct 2009
Former
second-round pick Powell dead at 35
Brian Powell, who pitched in over 200 Minor League games from 1995-2005, died Monday in Tallahassee, Fla., from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Post-Searchlight of Bainbridge, Ga. Georgia native spent parts of 11 seasons in the ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 7 Oct 2009
Brian Powell, who pitched in over 200 Minor League games from 1995-2005, died Monday in Tallahassee, Fla., from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Post-Searchlight of Bainbridge, Ga. Georgia native spent parts of 11 seasons in the ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 7 Oct 2009
Path
of the Pros: Chris Carpenter
It took less than four years for Chris Carpenter to rise from a high school mound to the Majors, a 22-year-old prospect thrown into a rotation alongside Cy Young Award winners Roger Clemens and Pat Hentgen in 1997. Righty has ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 7 Oct 2009
It took less than four years for Chris Carpenter to rise from a high school mound to the Majors, a 22-year-old prospect thrown into a rotation alongside Cy Young Award winners Roger Clemens and Pat Hentgen in 1997. Righty has ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 7 Oct 2009
Orioles
prospect Ouellette arrested for DUI
Orioles prospect Ryan Ouellette was arrested and charged with driving while under the influence on Sunday night after crashing his pickup truck and ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 29 Sep 2009
Orioles prospect Ryan Ouellette was arrested and charged with driving while under the influence on Sunday night after crashing his pickup truck and ...
From DANNY WILD, MLB.com, 29 Sep 2009
Yourkin,
Defenders hold off Aeros
Matt Yourkin held the season in his left hand Friday night, entering in the eighth inning of a must-win playoff game for the Connecticut Defenders in enemy territory. Connecticut escapes trouble in ninth to force Game 4 Matt Yourkin took the ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 19 Sep 2009
Matt Yourkin held the season in his left hand Friday night, entering in the eighth inning of a must-win playoff game for the Connecticut Defenders in enemy territory. Connecticut escapes trouble in ninth to force Game 4 Matt Yourkin took the ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 19 Sep 2009
Drive
stay alive in Sally League
Casey Kelly's RBI single highlighted a go-ahead rally in Greenville's critical Game 3 win Thursday night, but he was quick to shift the credit to his pitchers. Kelly collects clutch single in three-run inning to avoid sweep Will Middlebrooks is ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 17 Sep 2009
Casey Kelly's RBI single highlighted a go-ahead rally in Greenville's critical Game 3 win Thursday night, but he was quick to shift the credit to his pitchers. Kelly collects clutch single in three-run inning to avoid sweep Will Middlebrooks is ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 17 Sep 2009
Tampa,
Staten Island win championships
Trent Lare ended the season in Tampa, nearly three months after starting it on Staten Island. He proved a good luck charm for both teams as the Yankees ...
From DANNY WILD AND JOHN TORENLI, MLB.com, 17 Sep 2009
Trent Lare ended the season in Tampa, nearly three months after starting it on Staten Island. He proved a good luck charm for both teams as the Yankees ...
From DANNY WILD AND JOHN TORENLI, MLB.com, 17 Sep 2009
Yanks
rally, win New York-Penn title
Soaked in sparkling apple cider and screaming as loud as he could, Ben Watkins was just one of many Staten Island Yankees savoring yet another championship Wednesday night. Ben Watkins got the win in the clincher, allowing one hit over five ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 16 Sep 2009
Soaked in sparkling apple cider and screaming as loud as he could, Ben Watkins was just one of many Staten Island Yankees savoring yet another championship Wednesday night. Ben Watkins got the win in the clincher, allowing one hit over five ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 16 Sep 2009
De
Los Santos' walk-off stuns Sox
Jose De Los Santos got a little help from the dugout on the biggest hit of his career Tuesday night. First homer in four years gives Hillcats 2-0 series lead The Hillcats mob Jose De Los Santos after beating Salem on his walk-off homer Tuesday. ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 16 Sep 2009
Jose De Los Santos got a little help from the dugout on the biggest hit of his career Tuesday night. First homer in four years gives Hillcats 2-0 series lead The Hillcats mob Jose De Los Santos after beating Salem on his walk-off homer Tuesday. ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 16 Sep 2009
Hillcats
ride momentum in Mills Cup opener
Chase d'Arnaud and the Hillcats haven't gotten much rest lately, but that's a good thing. Three RBIs from d'Arnaud help Lynchburg stave off Salem Chase d'Arnaud's two-run double sparked a go-ahead rally in the third. ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 14 Sep 2009
Chase d'Arnaud and the Hillcats haven't gotten much rest lately, but that's a good thing. Three RBIs from d'Arnaud help Lynchburg stave off Salem Chase d'Arnaud's two-run double sparked a go-ahead rally in the third. ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 14 Sep 2009
Defenders,
Aeros duel in Eastern League
As the 2009 postseason unfolds, follow along with MiLB.com as the Minors' best teams face off in an attempt to take home their league's crown. Akron returns to Championship Series for fifth straight season Akron's Lonnie Chisenhall and ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 14 Sep 2009
As the 2009 postseason unfolds, follow along with MiLB.com as the Minors' best teams face off in an attempt to take home their league's crown. Akron returns to Championship Series for fifth straight season Akron's Lonnie Chisenhall and ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 14 Sep 2009
Snyder
shines in surprise start
When Connecticut ace Madison Bumgarner got the call from San Francisco, Ben Snyder knew he was suddenly in a big position. Steps in for Bumgarner, takes shutout into ninth inning Ben Snyder started in place of ace Madison Bumgarner on Wednesday ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 9 Sep 2009
When Connecticut ace Madison Bumgarner got the call from San Francisco, Ben Snyder knew he was suddenly in a big position. Steps in for Bumgarner, takes shutout into ninth inning Ben Snyder started in place of ace Madison Bumgarner on Wednesday ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 9 Sep 2009
Top
of the class: MiLB's stat leaders
Jon Gaston and Mitch Jones became an unlikely pair this summer, combining to hit 70 homers to top the leaderboard as the Minors' best power hitters. Albuquerque's Mitch Jones and Lanceaster's Jon Gaston took distinct paths to the top... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 8 Sep 2009
Jon Gaston and Mitch Jones became an unlikely pair this summer, combining to hit 70 homers to top the leaderboard as the Minors' best power hitters. Albuquerque's Mitch Jones and Lanceaster's Jon Gaston took distinct paths to the top... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 8 Sep 2009
Spotlight
on prospects in EL playoffs
As the 2009 season winds down, follow along with MiLB.com as the Minors' best teams face off in an attempt to take home their league's crown. Santana, Gomez, Guerra aim to claim top prize Jeanmar Gomez and MVP Carlos Sanatan hope to lead Akron ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 8 Sep 2009
As the 2009 season winds down, follow along with MiLB.com as the Minors' best teams face off in an attempt to take home their league's crown. Santana, Gomez, Guerra aim to claim top prize Jeanmar Gomez and MVP Carlos Sanatan hope to lead Akron ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 8 Sep 2009
Spotlight
on pitchers in Eastern League playoffs
As the 2009 season winds down, follow along with MiLB.com as the Minors' best teams face off in an attempt to take home their league's crown. Drabek, Bumgarner, Gomez, Guerra aim to claim top prize Jeanmar Gomez and Madison Bumgarner hope to ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 8 Sep 2009
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As the 2009 season winds down, follow along with MiLB.com as the Minors' best teams face off in an attempt to take home their league's crown. Drabek, Bumgarner, Gomez, Guerra aim to claim top prize Jeanmar Gomez and Madison Bumgarner hope to ... From DANNY WILD, Minor League Baseball News, 8 Sep 2009
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