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who wrote this??????
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If the Twins finish just ahead of the Royals, I'll eat my hat.
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If you're gonna make fun of what I put, don't come. I'm not that smart!
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hey Mike thanks for the shout outs in your siggy!
Im sure Ed & Tina appreciate it as much as I do!
Ghost Bustahhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!
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^GO TO HELL KAOS! TAKE YOUR PRIVACY VIOLATOR WITH YOU!
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Mike's MLB Breakdown:New York & Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES DODGERS
Case:Well, what do you think? They limped into the playoffs
This team has won 6 World Series titles, but haven't won the darn thing in 19 years. Let's look at what they got.
40-man roster
Last updated on February 11, 2007
Pitchers
* 97 Flag of United States Joe Beimel
* 58 Flag of United States Chad Billingsley
* 43 Flag of Dominican Republic Yhency Brazobán
* 51 Flag of United States Jonathan Broxton
* 45 Flag of Mexico Elmer Dessens
* 68 Flag of United States Zachary Hammes
* 47 Flag of United States Tim Hamulack
* 30 Flag of United States Mark Hendrickson
* 54 Flag of United States D.J. Houlton
* 67 Flag of United States Eric Hull
* 56 Flag of Republic of China Hong-Chih Kuo
* 23 Flag of United States Derek Lowe
* 70 Flag of United States Michael Megrew
* 59 Flag of United States Greg Miller
* 31 Flag of United States Brad Penny
* 44 Flag of Japan Takashi Saito
* 29 Flag of United States Jason Schmidt
* 50 Flag of United States Eric Stults
* 35 Flag of United States Brett Tomko
* 41 Flag of Republic of China Chin-hui Tsao
* 52 Flag of United States Randy Wolf
Catchers
* 14 Flag of United States Mike Lieberthal
* 55 Flag of Canada Russell Martin
Infielders
* 10 Flag of Dominican Republic Wilson Betemit
* 15 Flag of Dominican Republic Rafael Furcal
* 5 Flag of United States Nomar Garciaparra
* 12 Flag of United States Jeff Kent
* 28 Flag of United States Andy LaRoche
* 7 Flag of United States James Loney
* 18 Flag of United States Ramón Martínez
* 8 Flag of Panama Olmedo Sáenz
* 71 Flag of Dominican Republic Wilson Valdéz
Outfielders
* 21 Flag of United States Marlon Anderson
* 16 Flag of United States Andre Ethier
* 26 Flag of United States Luis Gonzalez
* 27 Flag of United States Matt Kemp
* 9 Flag of United States Juan Pierre
* 17 Flag of United States Jason Repko
* 49 Flag of United States Delwyn Young
Non-Roster Invitees
Pitchers
* 62 Flag of United States Scott Elbert
* 75 Flag of United States Joe Mays
* 60 Flag of United States Jonathan Meloan
* 38 Flag of United States Rudy Seanez
* 61 Flag of United States Travis Smith
* 64 Flag of Dominican Republic Dario Veras
* 63 Flag of United States Matt White
Catchers
* 73 Flag of United States A.J. Ellis
* 36 Flag of United States Ken Huckaby
* 66 Flag of Dominican Republic Sandy Martinez
Infielders
* 65 Flag of Dominican Republic Tony Abreu
* 72 Flag of Republic of China Chin Lung Hu
* 3 Flag of United States Damian Jackson
* 6 Flag of Dominican Republic Fernando Tatis
Outfielders
* 57 Flag of Dominican Republic Larry Bigbie
Coaching staff
* 22 Flag of United States Grady Little (Manager)
* 46 Flag of United States Dave Jauss (Bench Coach)
* 25 Flag of Dominican Republic Mariano Duncan (First Base Coach)
* 37 Flag of United States Rich Donnelly (Third Base Coach)
* 33 Flag of United States Eddie Murray (Hitting Coach)
* 40 Flag of United States Rick Honeycutt (Pitching Coach)
* 48 Flag of United States Dan Warthen (Bullpen Coach)
* 11 Flag of Dominican Republic Manny Mota (Working Coach)
* 85 Flag of United States Rob Flippo (Bullpen Catcher)
A good amount of foreign-born players make this lineup for the Dodgers as they seek the NL Divisional title again. Like the Padres, the Dodgers could have some fierce competition.
2006 RECORD:88-74 (NL Wildcard)
2007 ROSTER GRADE:C+ - Not one standout player with maybe the exception of Jeff Kent. I don't like their chances.
PREDICTION:80-82 (3rd in NL West) - The West will be won by.......THE GIANTS! I really think with Zito on the roster, the Giants will dismantle the Dodgers and stop their hopes of a playoff run.
FANTASY PLAYER:Jeff Kent - I'm a little bit biased on former SF players so I think Kent could carry this team if he doesn't get hurt.
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And now, the team everyone knows.
NEW YORK YANKEES
Case:AL East Champions
With 26 World Series titles, you'd think you would be satisfied....not George Steinbrenner and Joe Torre. They want more! You probably know the roster very well but here it is anyway.
40-man roster
Last updated on March 11, 2007
Pitchers
* 38 Flag of United States T.J. Beam
* 63 Flag of United States Colter Bean
* 56 Flag of United States Chris Britton
* 33 Flag of United States Brian Bruney
* 48 Flag of United States Kyle Farnsworth
* 62 Flag of United States Sean Henn
* 29 Flag of Japan Kei Igawa
* 58 Flag of United States Jeff Karstens
* 79 Flag of United States Jeff Kennard
* 35 Flag of United States Mike Mussina
* 36 Flag of United States Mike Myers
* 45 Flag of United States Carl Pavano
* 46 Flag of United States Andy Pettitte
* 43 Flag of United States Scott Proctor
* 61 Flag of United States Darrell Rasner
* 42 Flag of Panama Mariano Rivera
* 77 Flag of Dominican Republic Humberto Sánchez
* 60 Flag of Dominican Republic José Veras
* 47 Flag of Dominican Republic Luis Vizcaíno
* 40 Flag of Republic of China Chien-Ming Wang
* 78 Flag of United States Chase Wright
Catchers
* 26 Flag of Puerto Rico Wil Nieves
* 20 Flag of Puerto Rico Jorge Posada
Infielders
* 14 Flag of Venezuela Miguel Cairo
* 24 Flag of Dominican Republic Robinson Canó
* 73 Flag of Venezuela Alberto Gonzalez
* 2 Flag of United States Derek Jeter
* 11 Flag of United States Doug Mientkiewicz
* 72 Flag of Cuba Juan Miranda
* 31 Flag of United States Josh Phelps
* 12 Flag of United States Andy Phillips
* 13 Flag of United States Alex Rodriguez
Outfielders
* 53 Flag of Venezuela Bobby Abreu
* 28 Flag of Dominican Republic Melky Cabrera
* 18 Flag of United States Johnny Damon
* 55 Flag of Japan Hideki Matsui
* 64 Flag of United States Kevin Reese
* 75 Flag of United States Bronson Sardinha
* 27 Flag of United States Kevin Thompson
Designated Hitter
* 25 Flag of United States Jason Giambi
Non-Roster Invitees
Pitchers
* 79 Flag of United States Tyler Clippard
* 74 Flag of United States Matt DeSalvo
* 65 Flag of United States Philip Hughes
* 80 Flag of United States Steven Jackson
* 81 Flag of United States Ben Kozlowski
* 83 Flag of United States Ross Ohlendorf
* 47 Flag of United States Ron Villone
* 84 Flag of United States Kevin Whelan
Catchers
* 94 Flag of United States Jason Brown
* 59 Flag of Venezuela Raúl Chávez
* 17 Flag of United States Ben Davis
* 14 Flag of United States Todd Pratt
Infielders
* 93 Flag of United States Chris Basak
* 66 Flag of United States Andy Cannizaro
* 90 Flag of Panama Angel Chavez
* 67 Flag of United States Eric Duncan
Outfielders
* 91 Flag of United States Brett Gardner
* 92 Flag of Venezuela Jose Tabata
Coaching staff
* 6 Flag of United States Joe Torre (Manager)
* 23 Flag of United States Don Mattingly (Bench Coach)
* 52 Flag of Dominican Republic Tony Peña (First Base Coach)
* 50 Flag of United States Larry Bowa (Third Base Coach)
* 54 Flag of United States Kevin Long (Hitting Coach)
* 49 Flag of United States Ron Guidry (Pitching Coach)
* 57 Flag of United States Joe Kerrigan (Bullpen Coach)
* 60 Flag of United States Rich Monteleone (Special Pitching Instructor)
* 59 Flag of United States Rob Thomson (Special Assignment Instructor)
I've written off on the Yankees so many times....maybe this year is their year. They haven't won since 2000 and Jeter is getting a bit frustrated. You know he wants to win a 27th title for New York so badly. They have the Red Sox to deal with, the upcoming Devil Rays, Orioles and Blue Jays right on their heels too. Don't think it's a gimme.
2006 RECORD:97-65 (AL East champions, MLB's best record with the Mets tied)
2007 ROSTER GRADE:A - I actually like this lineup. Many familiar names, a well-respected coach, possibly the most famous owner in all of sports, I really like their chances.
PREDICTION:94-68 (2nd in AL East) - They WILL win 90+ games again, but I really think this is the year they surrender the AL East crown to the Red Sox. You know Boston will be gunning for the division title after finishing 10 games behind the Yankees last year.
FANTASY PLAYER:Alex Rodriguez - This is tough, but I choose A-Rod for one reason. EXPECTATIONS! If he doesn't produce in the playoffs, he will be traded. Don't think that he will not back down because you know he is doing the best he can to help his team.
Tomorrow, we're doing the Phillies and Angels, including Tina's other boy Ryan Howard and his case on why the Phillies can win the NL East. On the Angels, will the Gary Matthews Jr. situation be too much to handle?
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BOO HISS THE YANKEES AND THE PHILLIES SUCKKKKKKKKKKKKK.
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FCK THE PHILLIES **** PHILADELPHIA
omg Howard is not my boy!!!!!!!!!!! Ugh he juices
poor GMJ
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Mike's MLB Breakdown:Day 5
Opening Day draws near, let's move on.
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
Case:Team houses NL MVP
Historically one of the biggest laughing stocks in the MLB. They've been around since 1883, and yet they've only won 1 World Series title in 1980.
40-man roster
Last updated on January 21, 2007
Pitchers
* 57 Flag of Dominican Republic Antonio Alfonseca
* 58 Flag of Dominican Republic Eude Brito
* 52 Flag of Dominican Republic Fabio Castro
* 55 Flag of United States Clay Condrey
* 23 Flag of United States Adam Eaton
* 74 Flag of Dominican Republic Anderson García
* 34 Flag of Venezuela Freddy García
* 56 Flag of United States Geoff Geary
* 57 Flag of United States Justin Germano
* 45 Flag of United States Tom Gordon
* 35 Flag of United States Cole Hamels
* 54 Flag of Venezuela Yoel Hernandez
* 21 Flag of United States Jon Lieber
* 63 Flag of United States Ryan Madson
* 47 Flag of Canada Scott Mathieson
* 50 Flag of United States Jamie Moyer
* 39 Flag of United States Brett Myers
* 48 Flag of United States Brian Sanches
* 75 Flag of United States Zack Segovia
* 46 Flag of Dominican Republic Alfredo Simon
* 40 Flag of United States Matt Smith
* 49 Flag of United States Jim Ed Warden
Catchers
* 2 Flag of United States Rod Barajas
* 37 Flag of United States Ryan Budde
* 27 Flag of United States Chris Coste
* 51 Flag of Panama Carlos Ruiz
Infielders
* 19 Flag of United States Greg Dobbs
* 18 Flag of United States Wes Helms
* 6 Flag of United States Ryan Howard
* 3 Flag of Dominican Republic Abraham Núñez
* 11 Flag of United States Jimmy Rollins
* 4 Flag of Venezuela Danny Sandoval
* 26 Flag of United States Chase Utley
Outfielders
* 9 Flag of United States Michael Bourn
* 5 Flag of United States Pat Burrell
* 29 Flag of United States Chris Roberson
* 33 Flag of United States Aaron Rowand
* 8 Flag of United States Shane Victorino
* 28 Flag of United States Jayson Werth
Non-Roster Invitees
Pitchers
* 67 Flag of United States Joseph Bisenius
* 72 Flag of United States Ryan Cameron
* 64 Flag of United States Jim Crowell
* 61 Flag of United States Kane Davis
* 81 Flag of United States Kyle Drabek
* 59 Flag of United States John Ennis
* 80 Flag of United States Jeff Farnsworth
* 66 Flag of United States J.A. Happ
* 76 Flag of United States Brian Mazone
Catchers
* 38 Flag of United States Tim Gradoville
* 68 Flag of United States Jason Hill
* 70 Flag of United States Jason Jaramillo
* 71 Flag of United States Lou Marson
* 62 Flag of United States Dusty Wathan
Infielders
* 73 Flag of United States Brent Abernathy
* 79 Flag of United States Andrew Beattie
* 78 Flag of United States Brennan King
* 12 Flag of Netherlands Antilles Randall Simon
Outfielders
* 60 Flag of United States Ron Calloway
* 54 Flag of United States Lou Collier
* 10 Flag of Mexico Karim Garcia
* 65 Flag of United States Gregory Golson
Coaching staff
* 41 Flag of United States Charlie Manuel (Manager)
* 25 Flag of United States Milt Thompson (Hitting Coach)
* 28 Flag of United States Rich Dubee (Pitching Coach)
* 31 Flag of Dominican Republic Ramón Henderson (Bullpen Coach)
* 15 Flag of United States Davey Lopes (First Base Coach)
* 22 Flag of United States Jimy Williams (Bench Coach)
* 17 Flag of United States Mick Billmeyer (Catching Coach)
* 7 Flag of United States Steve Smith (Third Base Coach)
The Phillies are so used to losing, they might be like the Tigers last year.
2006 RECORD:85-76 (2nd in NL east)
2007 ROSTER GRADE:B- (I'm not liking their roster too much, but it could be tough to beat)
PREDICTION:84-78 (2nd in NL East) - I said the Phillies would make a run, but I think the Marlins or Braves will respond and surpass the Mets.
FANTASY PICK:Ryan Howard - Um, hello? He's the freakin NL MVP!
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LOS ANGELES ANGELS OF ANAHEIM
Case:AL's biggest storyline
With 1 World Series title won in 2002, the Angels are a solid team and aren't in that tough of a spot.....
40-man roster
Pitchers
* 66 Flag of Dominican Republic José Arredondo
* 48 Flag of Dominican Republic Héctor Carrasco
* 40 Flag of Dominican Republic Bartolo Colón
* 45 Flag of Venezuela Kelvim Escobar
* 37 Flag of United States Greg Jones
* 41 Flag of United States John Lackey
* 79 Flag of United States Dustin Moseley
* 29 Flag of United States Darren Oliver
* 34 Flag of United States Chris Resop
* 57 Flag of Venezuela Francisco Rodríguez
* 54 Flag of Dominican Republic Ervin Santana
* 68 Flag of United States Joe Saunders
* 60 Flag of United States Phil Seibel
* 83 Flag of United States Steven Shell
* 62 Flag of United States Scot Shields
* 33 Flag of United States Justin Speier
* 36 Flag of United States Jered Weaver
Catchers
* 5 Flag of United States Jeff Mathis
* 28 Flag of Puerto Rico José Molina
* 44 Flag of United States Mike Napoli
* 73 Flag of United States Bobby Wilson
Infielders
* 13 Flag of Dominican Republic Erick Aybar
* 23 Flag of United States Matt Brown
* 18 Flag of Colombia Orlando Cabrera
* 9 Flag of United States Chone Figgins
* -- Flag of United States Shea Hillenbrand
* 6 Flag of Venezuela Maicer Izturis
* 47 Flag of United States Howie Kendrick
* 35 Flag of United States Casey Kotchman
* 8 Flag of United States Dallas McPherson
* 22 Flag of Cuba Kendry Morales
* 39 Flag of United States Robb Quinlan
Outfielders
* 16 Flag of United States Garret Anderson
* 58 Flag of United States Terry Evans
* 23 Flag of United States Nick Gorneault
* 27 Flag of Dominican Republic Vladimir Guerrero
* 24 Flag of United States Gary Matthews Jr.
* 65 Flag of United States Tommy Murphy
* 20 Flag of Venezuela Juan Rivera
* 77 Flag of United States Reggie Willits
Spring Training Invitees
* 19 Flag of United States Curtis Pride
Manager
* 14 Flag of United States Mike Scioscia
Coaches
* 23 Flag of United States Mike Butcher (pitching)
* 21 Flag of United States Dino Ebel (third base)
* 4 Flag of Dominican Republic Alfredo Griffin (first base)
* 7 Flag of United States Mickey Hatcher (hitting)
* 88 Flag of Puerto Rico Orlando Mercado (bullpen)
* 10 Flag of United States Ron Roenicke (bench)
* 61 Flag of United States Steve Soliz (bullpen catcher)
Well it's all about Gary Matthews Jr. situation.
2006 RECORD:89-73 (2nd in AL West)
2007 ROSTER GRADE:C+ - I particularly don't like this roster. It's not deep enough.
PREDICTION:73-89 (3rd in AL West) - They will regress greatly, especially if the GMJ situation boils over
FANTASY PLAYER:Gary Matthews Jr. - He made one of the best catches last year, now can he produce?
Tomorrow we talk about the Blue Jays and the Astros.
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Mike's MLB Breakdown:Day 6
Those who missed the playoffs are trying to make a statement. See Toronto and Houston.
HOUSTON ASTROS
Case:2005 NL Champs
The Astros have won 4 division titles since 1997, not a bad run for them. Their division is tough to get past.
Updated on March 15, 2007
[edit] Active roster
This is a list of the players on the active roster. The current roster limit is 40 players. The roster limit will reduce to 25 on Opening Day.
Pitchers
* 37 Flag of United States Matt Albers
* 59 Flag of Dominican Republic Miguel Asencio
* 38 Flag of Dominican Republic Ezequiel Astacio
* 41 Flag of United States Brandon Backe (Disabled List)
* 58 Flag of United States Dave Borkowski
* 68 Flag of United States Paul Estrada
* 23 Flag of United States Jason Jennings
* 54 Flag of United States Brad Lidge
* 47 Flag of United States Trever Miller
* 64 Flag of Venezuela Fernando Nieve
* 44 Flag of United States Roy Oswalt
* 50 Flag of United States Chad Qualls
* 51 Flag of Dominican Republic Wandy Rodríguez
* 43 Flag of United States Chris Sampson
* 35 Flag of United States Dan Wheeler
* 29 Flag of United States Woody Williams
Catchers
* 11 Flag of United States Brad Ausmus
* 56 Flag of Venezuela Héctor Giménez
* 46 Flag of Venezuela Humberto Quintero
Infielders
* 17 Flag of United States Lance Berkman
* 7 Flag of United States Craig Biggio
* 4 Flag of United States Eric Bruntlett
* 67 Flag of United States Brooks Conrad
* 14 Flag of United States Morgan Ensberg
* 28 Flag of United States Adam Everett
* 26 Flag of United States Mike Lamb
* 8 Flag of United States Mark Loretta
Outfielders
* 2 Flag of United States Chris Burke
* 52 Flag of United States Charlton Jimerson
* 16 Flag of United States Jason Lane
* 45 Flag of Panama Carlos Lee
* 19 Flag of United States Orlando Palmeiro
* 30 Flag of United States Luke Scott
[edit] 40-man roster
This list contains those players on the 40-man roster who have been sent down to the one of the Astros minor league affiliates.
Pitchers
* 66 Flag of United States Jimmy Barthmaier
* 71 Flag of Venezuela Juan Gutiérrez
* 62 Flag of United States Mark McLemore
* 55 Flag of Dominican Republic Felipe Paulino
Catchers
Infielders
Outfielders
* 20 Flag of United States Josh Anderson
* 1 Flag of United States Mike Rodriguez
[edit] Non-roster Invitees to Spring Training
Pitchers
* 36 Flag of United States Brian Moehler
* 84 Flag of United States Troy Patton
* 48 Flag of United States Scott Sauerbeck
* 21 Flag of United States Rick White
Catchers
* 13 Flag of United States Eric Munson
* 72 Flag of Earth Louis Santangelo
Outfielders
* 46 Flag of Venezuela Richard Hidalgo
* 65 Flag of United States Hunter Pence
[edit] Coaches
Manager
* 3 Flag of United States Phil Garner
Coaches
* 6 Flag of United States Mark Bailey (bullpen)
* 15 Flag of United States Cecil Cooper (bench)
* 25 Flag of Puerto Rico José Cruz (first base)
* 8 Flag of United States Sean Berry (hitting)
* 29 Flag of United States Doug Mansolino (third base)
* 60 Flag of United States Dave Wallace (pitching)
I seriously think they'll contend....but it all could depend on the Roger Clemens situation still boiling over.
2006 RECORD:82-80 (2nd in NL Central)
2007 ROSTER GRADE:B - This is a team that could and should be poised to make a deep run in the playoffs. Phil Garner who took the Astros to the World Series in 2005 will try to get them to the next level, but in their division they got 5 opponents to beat.
PREDICTION:83-79 (3rd in NL Central) - The Astros are gonna do slightly better, but I think the NL Central is gonna be dominated by the Cardinals.
FANTASY PLAYER:Roy Oswalt - I can't find a real big weakness in this team so I picked veteran Roy Oswalt as my fantasy pick.
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TORONTO BLUE JAYS
Case:Team on the rise?
They've only been around for 30 years? Well, entering their 31st season the Blue Jays are trying to make it as World Series champions for the 3rd time. (they were the last team to win back-to-back WS titles before the Yankees) This team can be tough to beat.
Current roster
Last updated February 23, 2007
Pitchers
* 49 Flag of United States Jeremy Accardo
* 44 Flag of United States Josh Banks
* 34 Flag of United States A.J. Burnett
* 39 Flag of Venezuela Gustavo Chacín
* 37 Flag of United States Scott Downs
* 54 Flag of United States Jason Frasor
* 32 Flag of United States Roy Halladay
* 19 Flag of United States Ryan Houston
* 44 Flag of United States Casey Janssen
* 22 Flag of United States Brandon League
* 30 Flag of Venezuela Jean Machi
* 28 Flag of United States Shaun Marcum
* 40 Flag of United States Dustin McGowan
* 18 Flag of Japan Tomo Ohka
* 26 Flag of Venezuela Ismael Ramirez
* 50 Flag of Panama Davis Romero
* 33 Flag of United States Matt Roney
* 36 Flag of Dominican Republic Francisco Rosario
* 52 Flag of United States B.J. Ryan
* 56 Flag of United States Brian Tallet
* 48 Flag of United States Ty Taubenheim
* 46 Flag of United States John Thomson
* 41 Flag of United States Tracy Thorpe
Catchers
* 29 Flag of Venezuela Robinzon Diaz
* 47 Flag of United States Jason Phillips
* 9 Flag of United States Gregg Zaun
Infielders
* 8 Flag of United States Russ Adams
* 11 Flag of United States Royce Clayton
* 25 Flag of United States Troy Glaus
* 23 Flag of Guam John Hattig
* 2 Flag of United States Aaron Hill
* 6 Flag of United States John McDonald
* 17 Flag of United States Lyle Overbay
* 20 Flag of United States Sergio Santos
* 68 Flag of United States Jason Smith
Outfielders
* 3 Flag of United States Reed Johnson
* 26 Flag of United States Adam Lind
* 15 Flag of United States Alex Ríos
* 10 Flag of United States Vernon Wells
Designated hitter
* 35 Flag of United States Frank Thomas
Non-Roster Invitees
Pitchers
* 51 Flag of Venezuela Geremi Gonzalez
* 64 Flag of United States Beau Kemp
* 66 Flag of United States Blaine Neal
* -- Flag of United States Michael MacDonald
* -- Flag of Brazil Jo Matumoto
* 7 Flag of United States Josh Towers
* 71 Flag of United States Pete Walker
* 60 Flag of United States Brian Wolfe
* -- Flag of United States Kyle Yates
* 31 Flag of Venezuela Víctor Zambrano
Catchers
* 13 Flag of United States Sal Fasano
* 63 Flag of United States Erik Kratz
* 59 Flag of United States Curtis Thigpen
Infielders
* 43 Flag of United States Kevin Barker
* 16 Flag of Puerto Rico Rob Cosby
* -- Flag of United States Ryan Klosterman
* 1 Flag of Venezuela Ray Olmedo
* 4 Flag of United States Ryan Roberts
Outfielders
* 57 Flag of United States Jeff Duncan
* 67 Flag of United States John-Ford Griffin
* -- Flag of United States Aaron Mathews
* 21 Flag of United States Chad Mottola
* -- Flag of United States Ryan Patterson
* 80 Flag of United States Justin Singleton
* 62 Flag of United States Mike Vento
Designated hitter
* 24 Flag of Canada Matt Stairs
Coaching staff
* 5 Flag of United States John Gibbons (Manager)
* 12 Flag of Canada Ernie Whitt (Bench Coach)
* 45 Flag of United States Marty Pevey (First Base Coach)
* 55 Flag of United States Brian Butterfield (Third Base Coach)
* 38 Flag of United States Brad Arnsberg (Pitching Coach)
* 53 Flag of United States Bruce Walton (Bullpen Coach)
* 14 Flag of United States Mickey Brantley (Hitting Coach)
This is the 7th time since 1996 they won 80 games in a year, but have not done any damage in the playoffs since their 1993 World Series win. Maybe this is their time?
2006 RECORD:87-75 (2nd in AL East)
2007 ROSTER GRADE:B+ - With Frank Thomas on this roster, I'm giving them a B+. They are in one of the most dangerous divisions with the Yankees and Red Sox in it. 3rd place may be the best they can do until like 2010 with the NYY/BOS rivalry reaching new heights.
PREDICTION:81-81 (3rd in AL East) - Again, with the rivalry between the Yankees and the Red Sox, someone's gotta be the victim. If they weren't in the AL East, I promise you, they would have a much better record.
FANTASY PLAYER:Troy Glaus - The obvious choice is Frank Thomas, but i'm gonna go with a player just as good. Enter Troy Glaus. He helped get the Blue Jays to 87 wins last year and maybe he'll help the team get the playoff spot.
Tomorrow, we talk about the Reds and the 2005 World Series champions White Sox.
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WHERE ARE THE GOOD TEAMS? IE DEVIL RAYS/ROYALS/NATS
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Your predictions suck. You pick all the good teams to suck and all the bad teams to do good. Cardinals winning 95 games??? HA, not with that rotation which is worse than the Mets, and you think the Marlins are better even though they've lost Joe Borowski and Josh Johnson... And BTW, it'll be a cold day in hell before the AARP Giants finish ahead of the Dodgers or Padres....
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^HEY! I'm no expert ok? I do the best I can.
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LMAO
Ed is right.
Wheres my ROYALS??????
LETS GO ROYALS
nats too
drays too scott kazmir is a hottie
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^Can't you just wait till I get there? You can't rush me!
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DROPS THE **** DEAD. Mike, you need to go the flea market.
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