Kidd’s wife a beater
Jason Kidd filed for divorce today. This comes after Kidd filed domestic violence complaints.
http://www.gothamist.com/archives/2007/01/10/in_surprising_n.php
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Jason Kidd filed for divorce today. This comes after Kidd filed domestic violence complaints.
http://www.gothamist.com/archives/2007/01/10/in_surprising_n.php
Mark Travis
The Oakland Athletics have signed catcher Adam Melhuse to a one-year $815,000 contract.
Melhuse can earn up to $40,000 in bonuses. 140 PA (plate appearances) = $25,000 and 165 PA = $15,000.
2006 stats with he Oakland Athletics:
AVG:.219
HR:4
RBI:18
SB:0
My comments: I like it. He has been doing a fine job at back-up there.
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The Baltimore Orioles have signed outfielder Roger Cedeno to a one-year minor league contract.
If he was promoted to the Majors one-year contract that would pay him $500,000 in the major
leagues and $100,000 in the minors. He could earn an additional
$400,000 in performance bonuses and would get the entire amount if
he plays in 120 games and has 550 plate appearances.Source: ESPN.com
My thoughts: I don’t like it. BOTTOM LINE.
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The Seattle Mariners have signed relief pitcher Chris Reitsma to a one-year $2.05 million contract.
Reitsma gets $1.35 million this year and can earn additional
bonuses based on appearances and games finished. Seattle has a $2.7
million option for 2008 with a $700,000 buyout. Source: ESPN.com
2006 stats with the Atlanta Braves:
W-L:1-2
ERA:8.68
SO:13
S:8
My comments: I like it. Since they traded away their former set-up man Rafael Soriano, Reitsma will be their new set-up man.
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The Colorado Rockies have expressed interest in veteran catcher Javy Lopez.
"Nothing is finalized, but we continue to make progress," Lopez’s agent, Chuck Berry, said.
Lopez’s 2006 stats:
AVG:.251
HR:8
RBI:35
The Colorado Rockies, are also interested in these catchers: Sal Fasano, Josh Bard, Sandy Alomar Jr.
My comments: I don’t really like Javy, he has a very low average. Good fielder though.
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The Cleveland Indians have signed relieve pitcher Keith Foulke, to a one-year $5 million contract.
Contract includes: $2 million in performance bonuses and a mutual option for 2008.
2006 stats with the Boston Red Sox:
W-L:3-1
ERA:4.35
SO:36
S:0
My comments: I think that Borowski is a better closer, Foulke can fall apart. Nonetheless, Thier bullpen situation is looking good.
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The New York Yankees have reached terms on a possible deal with First Baseman Doug Mientkiewicz.
It is reported that he is awaiting a physical examination.
The deal would be for one-year.
2006 stats w/ the Kansas City Royals:
AVG:.283
HR:4
RBI:43
My comments: I like it. Giambi permanent DH now. Smart move.
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The Houston Astros have reached a deal with Mark Loretta, according to his agent Bob Garber.
The deal is reportedly worth $2.5 million ($3.5 million w/incentives), for one-year.
Loretta aslo received offers from the Texas Rangers and the Cincinnati Reds.
So, you say "But, the Astros just signed Biggio." Well this is what his agent said "[Loretta will play] all over the infield."
2006 stats w/ the Boston Red Sox:
AVG:.285
HR:5
RBI:59
SB:4
My comments: I love this move, except for one thing. THE LENGTH OF THE CONTRACT!!! Being an Astros fan, I want someone to replace Biggio when he goes. But, if Loretta doesn’t resign, then Chris Burke might have to change back to a second baseman. I still like the deal.
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Gotten a couple of requests, from friends, via e-mail.
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