Archive for May, 2008

BDD: Billy, Manny, and homeless Japanese women

by Bill Baer on Saturday, May 31st, 2008
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On Wednesday at Baseball Digest Daily, I implore you not to blame Billy Wagner for being honest. Thursday, I compiled a list of milestone homers from the 500-HR club so we can see how long it took them. How long will ...

BDD: The Phillies Offense is Hot!

by Bill Baer on Tuesday, May 27th, 2008
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Today's offering at Baseball Digest Daily is a recap and some trivia regarding the Phillies' last two games in which they've scored 20 and 15 runs. Sunday, I discussed the youth movement with starting pitching and why it's not just a ...

Jose Valverde Not As Tough As Brett Myers

by Bill Baer on Friday, May 23rd, 2008
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Houston Astros closer Jose Valverde was hit by a line drive -- indirectly -- off of the bat of Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Pedro Feliz. The line drive hit his glove first, then hit the right side of his ...

BDD: Umpires and stuff; My Podcast Debut

by Bill Baer on Tuesday, May 20th, 2008
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At BDD, I explain why instant replay is a great idea but it won't solve the problem with home plate umpires. The Drunk Jays Fans podcast is now up. Click here to listen to it. I come in a bit past ...

Jay Urban Is On Notice

by Bill Baer on Monday, May 19th, 2008
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Normally I reserve the "On Notice" (the idea which I've stolen from Stephen Colbert) board for crotchety old journalists like Bill Conlin who lash out at people who do his job better, but in this case, I'm expanding it to ...

BDD: Ryan Report; Also: Rush References!

by Bill Baer on Monday, May 19th, 2008
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The fifth installment of The Ryan Report is up for your amusement at Baseball Digest Daily. As a result of the Blue Jays pwning the Phillies in the recent three-game series in Philadelphia and my losing a bet with the guys ...

BDD: My Latest

by Bill Baer on Saturday, May 17th, 2008
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Today, I take a look at how Rollins' poor approach to last night's game against the Blue Jays was overshadowed by Jayson Werth's excellent offensive show. Yesterday, I explained why it's in the Rockies' best interest to deal Matt Holliday. The fifth ...

Jayson Werth FTW, Literally

by Bill Baer on Friday, May 16th, 2008
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Jayson Werth FTW! Werth hit three home runs Friday night in the inter-league opener against the Toronto Blue Jays en route to a 10-3 win. Two of his homers came against Jays starter David Purcey: a three-run home run to open ...

BDD: Fixing the Brett Myers Situation

by Bill Baer on Thursday, May 15th, 2008
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After last night's hell that was watching Brett Myers pitch to Atlanta Braves hitters, I've mapped out at Baseball Digest Daily what I think the Phillies' front office should do in order to limit how much he hurts the team.

BDD: Fun at CBP and The Ryan Report #04

by Bill Baer on Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
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On Monday, I put up the fourth installment of The Ryan Report at BDD. Last night, I attended the Braves-Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park and have the pictures to prove it. Click on the "Images" tap up top or click ...