Category Archives: Playoffs

Sean Rodriguez Called Up And Disabled

Whether Sean Rodriguez makes it back on the field this season or not, he could still have an impact.
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The Luke Scott Roster Decision

Luke Scott is set to start a rehab assignment with the Charlotte Stone Crabs on Friday. Continue reading

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Could Tim Beckham Provide a Late-Season Spark?

Despite never pulling the trigger on a significant trade at the non-waiver trade deadline as a contender, Andrew Friedman has still found ways to augment his roster with talent in the latter stages of the season. In addition to waiver-wire … Continue reading

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How The 2001 ALDS Compares

By R.J. Anderson // Looking at the 2001 ALDS between the A’s and Yankees and the similarities between that series and this one are numerous enough to merit a post. – The Athletics’ victory in game one was backed by … Continue reading

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Dan Johnson or Willy Aybar? Who Should The Rays Start vs. Cliff Lee

In game one of the American League Divisional Series, Joe Maddon made the controversial decision to start Rocco Baldelli at designated hitter versus Cliff Lee. Based on career numbers, Baldelli would seem like a fine choice. In 629 career plate appearances, he has hit .295/.346/.485 … Continue reading

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