Tag Archives: Jeff Niemann

Jeff Niemann To Undergo Shoulder Surgery

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

Jeff Niemann’s attempt to come back from an injury-plagued 2012 season has ended before throwing an official pitch in 2013.

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Jeff Niemann to the DL; Brandon Gomes Promoted

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

When Roberto Hernandez beat Jeff Niemann out for a rotation spot I wrote this: Portraying the Hernandez-Niemann decision as a choice between upside maximization and risk minimization feels off. It implies Niemann’s beta is low, which is a stretch due … Continue reading →

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Roberto Hernandez Wins Rotation Spot

Posted on March 29, 2013 by

Roberto Hernandez will be in the rotation and Jeff Niemann will be in the bullpen, according to Roger Mooney of the Tampa Tribune. Portraying the Hernandez-Niemann decision as a choice between upside maximization and risk minimization feels off. It implies … Continue reading →

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Jeff Niemann and the Disconnect Between Results and Observation

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

Jeff Niemann had an effective outing today on paper. He threw 48 of 72 pitches for strikes, allowed four hits, two of which never left the infield, walked three batters and struck out three. One might see those numbers and … Continue reading →

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Rockies Interested In Jeff Niemann

Posted on February 24, 2013 by

The Rockies have reportedly been in contact with the Rays about the availability of Jeff Niemann. Colorado is seeking starting pitching depth. And Tampa Bay, even after the trade of James Shields and Wade Davis, has a depth chart that … Continue reading →

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