A’s rookie Gio Gonzalez made his MLB debut tonight against the Blue Jays, and it was it was a bit of a rocky debut. Gonzalez gave up four runs over six innings and struck out four. He has a chance to make a decent sized fantasy impact over the last two months of the season. Gonzalez was the major part of the…
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It was an offensive explosion tonight in Kansas City, and no it wasn’t the Royals scoring all the runs. The Tigers beat the Royals pitching around like a redheaded step-child on Monday to the tune of 19 runs. Leading the way was Miguel Cabrera who drove in six of those runs, giving him 67 on the year. Miggy is on…
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Homer Bailey was sent packing again today. He was optioned back to triple-A Louisville. This is the Reds latest attempt to turn around the 22 year old prize prospect. Even though the age and talent is tempting, I’m getting tired of rolling the dice on this guy, he’s burned me a couple times too many already. He seems to have the mound presence of Jeff Weaver combined with the…
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I would like to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there, especially mine. Like I mentioned on Mother’s Day, my parents have been an incredible influence on my life, and I owe any success that I achieve to them and the fantastic life they have helped me live. Also, as a father myself (for the second and last time recently), I would just…
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We have been tracking the progress of White Sox 2B Alexei Ramirez and telling you to keep an eye on him. Well, it is time to take some action unless your middle infield is completely set. Ramirez has been playing everyday now for Chicago and has been hitting and running up a storm. It seems that Ozzie Guillen is committed to him now, and he has the talent to…
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The Reds have called up their phenom pitching prospect Homer Bailey to start their game on Thursday. 
Now I know that I have been urging you all to pick up some of the hotter prospects all season long to mixed success. However, today I come to you with a message of caution with Bailey. He has…
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The following pitchers were promoted to the major leagues since the last time I published this article:
Max Scherzer
Nick Adenhart
Aaron Laffey
Jo-Jo Reyes
They will be replaced by new entrants next week.
Homer Bailey, Cincinnati Reds
Bailey went 1-1 in his last two starts, Bailey has been going deeper into the games, and striking out more batters. He has…
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Max Scherzer, Arizona Diamondbacks
Scherzer was called up to the big leagues today, although it is not certain in what capacity he will serve. He might get a start if Micah Owings’ injured ankle makes him unable to go, but nothing has been announced yet. If Scherzer has a spot in the Arizona rotation, grab him up.
