During his retirement speech Jeff Kent received a text message from back home in Texas. “Now you can smile,” it read.
Footer predicts
The pitching and eases up on Matsui,
Bagwell predicts
What’s going to be the key for the Astros this season?
Bags reports on the farm, High Noon for Nieve & Paulino
Allyson Footer interviewed Jeff Bagwell on his thoughts on the kids in the Minor Leagues. Some of the highlights:
On Bud & the Boys:
He’s got a chance to really help us. I’m hoping he has a great Spring Training and can help us this year. He’s got an above-average fastball and an above-average breaking ball. It’s a fun to watch him. He’s got a good presence out there….Read More
How is GM Wade like a baby bird?
The Astros are trying to sign David Newhan to a minor-league contract by early next week. They want to add a veteran infielder who can play shortstop.
“He’s looking for the best opportunity to get playing time,” Wade said. “He’s got great makeup and you never know what could take place in spring training.”
But if that doesn’t work,
Caribbean Update
Here is the latest from the tropical climates.
Mexico
Tomateros de Culiacan
John Gall- OF- Recently signed to minor league contract. Through 12/30 he was hitting .306 with 1 HR, his season is over as the Tomateros didn’t make the playoffs.
Puerto Rico
Gigantes de Carolina – didn’t make the playoffs
Tyler Lumsden, LHP – his last 3 outings were solid going a combined 4 1/3 innings giving up 3 hits, 2 walks and no runs while fanning 3. This dropped his ERA down to 6.87 for the winter season.
Lobos de Arecibo – made playoffs
Edwin Maysonet, SS – his average has dipped down to .278 on the season by hitting .243 over his last 10 days. He has 4 errors in the field. He hasn’t seen action in the playoffs.Read More