Nice article, EM! It looks like Castillo will be the next Cuban star to make a major impact in MLB.
It will be interesting to see where he lands...
could have some playoff race and post-season impact for sureOriginally Posted by Shortstop
Nice article, EM! It looks like Castillo will be the next Cuban star to make a major impact in MLB.
It will be interesting to see where he lands...
oh wow, he'd be playing this year?could have some playoff race and post-season impact for sure
Bids increasing for Rusney Castillo
As the pursuit of Cuban outfielder Rusney Castillo reaches its final days, several clubs told ESPN.com on Wednesday that they believe the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants have emerged as the likely finalists in a rapidly escalating bidding war.
Castillo is expected to choose a team within the next week, according to multiple sources. And clubs involved in the bidding believe he'll ultimately sign a five-year contract in the range of $50 million to $60 million. That would rank as the second-largest deal ever signed by an amateur player from Cuba or any other country, behind only Jose Abreu's six-year, $68 million contract with the Chicago White Sox.
NOt bad for a guy coming out of nowhere. And will be a millionaire by next week. WTF
Hey! The Buccos finally won one!
RAISE IT!!!
Just Brutal.
Garrett Richards dealing with a 'significant injury'
Angels pitcher Garrett Richards is dealing with a "significant injury," according to MLB.com.
Manager Mike Scioscia told reporters the injury is serious, though he would not elaborate. Richards will leave the team in order to be re-evaluated in Los Angeles Thursday. Richards left Wednesday night's game with a knee injury.
I miss rooting for a big market team.Bids increasing for Rusney Castillo
As the pursuit of Cuban outfielder Rusney Castillo reaches its final days, several clubs told ESPN.com on Wednesday that they believe the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants have emerged as the likely finalists in a rapidly escalating bidding war.
Castillo is expected to choose a team within the next week, according to multiple sources. And clubs involved in the bidding believe he'll ultimately sign a five-year contract in the range of $50 million to $60 million. That would rank as the second-largest deal ever signed by an amateur player from Cuba or any other country, behind only Jose Abreu's six-year, $68 million contract with the Chicago White Sox.
NOt bad for a guy coming out of nowhere. And will be a millionaire by next week. WTF
finallyHey! The Buccos finally won one!
RAISE IT!!!
Bad news for the Angels...Just Brutal.
Garrett Richards dealing with a 'significant injury'
Angels pitcher Garrett Richards is dealing with a "significant injury," according to MLB.com.
Manager Mike Scioscia told reporters the injury is serious, though he would not elaborate. Richards will leave the team in order to be re-evaluated in Los Angeles Thursday. Richards left Wednesday night's game with a knee injury.
That is really bad news for them.Just Brutal.
Garrett Richards dealing with a 'significant injury'
Angels pitcher Garrett Richards is dealing with a "significant injury," according to MLB.com.
Manager Mike Scioscia told reporters the injury is serious, though he would not elaborate. Richards will leave the team in order to be re-evaluated in Los Angeles Thursday. Richards left Wednesday night's game with a knee injury.
The Angels added infield depth on Thursday by acquiring second baseman Gordon Beckham from the White Sox in exchange for cash and a player to be named later.
Beckham, 27, is batting .221/.263/.336 (67 OPS+) in 422 plate appearances this season. The heretofore White Sox lifer owns a career OPS+ of 83. He's generally regarded as a plus defensively.
Beckham, who's in his second year of arbitration eligibility, is under contract for $4.18 million this season. He's eligible for free agency after the 2015 season.
The Angels are of course set at second base with the under-appreciated Howie Kendrick. However, Beckham was an exclusive third baseman as a rookie, and he's also made a couple of emergency appearances at short in his career. That is, he's capable of filling a utility role in Anaheim.
Garrett Richards to have surgery for torn patellar tendon, out 6-9 months
By Mike Axisa | Baseball Writer
August 21, 2014 4:57 pm ET
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Angels right-hander Garrett Richards suffered a torn left knee patellar tendon after stumbling while covering first base during Wednesday night's game, the team announced. He will have surgery next week. The recovery time is 6-9 months.
Richards, 26, had to be carted off the Fenway Park field after the stumble. The 6-9 month recovery time means he may not be ready in time for the start of spring training and potentially Opening Day 2015.
In 26 starts and 168 2/3 innings this year, Richards is 13-4 with a 2.61 ERA. He will likely receive Cy Young votes after the season. Richards has emerged as the team's ace and losing him is an enormous blow.
The Angels are already without lefty Tyler Skaggs, who recently underwent Tommy John surgery. Veterans Jered Weaver and C.J. Wilson will have to lead the staff going forward.
from Cy Young contender to major knee surgery Just fvcking brutal.
Side of his foot catches while covering first and knee gets rolled under him, just awful.
Thats just fuked up. It can happen that fast & ez...Side of his foot catches while covering first and knee gets rolled under him, just awful.
