A’s Still Facing Lots Of Questions
The end of what has been a long spring training is just around the corner. The Oakland A's still have some questions hovering over the team. We take a look at five of them inside...
Archive for March, 2009
Royals’ Ponson roughed up by A’s
PHOENIX (AP) -- Sidney Ponson didn't do much to help his bid for a spot in the Kansas City Royals' r...
Roster questions remain for Athletics
After weeks of waffling on all things related to the 25-man roster with which his club will open the regular season A's manager Bob Geren on Tuesday finally issued a definitive proclamation.
Outman impresses in first spring victory
Travis Buck cleared the bases with a triple in the fourth and Josh Outman took care of the rest in a solid outing, as Oakland beat Kansas City on Tuesday, 7-2.
A’s co-closer to start on DL
PHOENIX (AP) -- Joey Devine will start the season on the disabled list because of a recurring elbow ...
Devine to begin season on disabled list
Right-hander Joey Devine, who'd been penciled in to share the closer's role with Brad Ziegler early in the season, will instead open the season on the disabled list.
A’s Make Nine More MiLB Cuts
The toughest part of spring training has begun at Papago Park in Phoenix, as the Oakland A's have had to make a series of cuts to get their minor league rosters in order for the start of the season. We have the names of nine more players let go inside...
Former voice of the Cougars dies - Kane County Chronicle
Former voice of the Cougars dies Kane County Chronicle, IL Jeff Sedivy, vice president and general manager of the Kane County Cougars, said O'Connor had a stint for a few years as an the announcer with the minor-league ball club based in Geneva. He was the voice heard over the loudspeakers in Elfstrom Stadium. ... |
Committee to explore A’s ballpark
Commissioner Bud Selig announced Monday that he has appointed a committee to thoroughly analyze all of the ballpark proposals that have been made for the Oakland A's.
Athletics Chavez says he will play opening day
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Eric Chavez says he's ready for opening day.Chavez, who is rehabbing fro...
Anderson shows off poise for A’s
The A's have been raving all spring about left-hander Brett Anderson's cool, composed mound presence. That uncanny poise allowed Anderson to keep his last start in the desert from spinning wildly out of control.
Early outburst helps carry A’s
The A's offense broke out early by scoring seven runs in the first two innings on Monday in a 9-5 win over the Dodgers in Phoenix.
The month it?s been
So after writing my last post, the next time I fired up the internet at the hotel, I was writing my post, and the internet just stops working as I frantically hit ‘Publish’. I try again, this time hit ‘Save’, and "you are not connected to the internet". Well that’s just great. I’m home now, [...]
Selig appoints committee to study Oakland A’s
NEW YORK (AP) -- Frustrated at the Oakland Athletics' inability to get a new ballpark, baseball comm...
Add Spring to your step in Chicago - Scene
Add Spring to your step in Chicago Scene, wi Right on the heels of Major League Baseball’s Opening Day, join the fans of the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, Kane County Cougars, Windy City Thunderbolts, Joliet Jackhammers and Schaumburg Flyers as they celebrate the 2 nd annual Play Ball, ... |
Local teams give cash-strapped fans a sporting chance - Chicago Daily Herald
Local teams give cash-strapped fans a sporting chance Chicago Daily Herald, IL Or how about a nice drive to Geneva where the ever-entertaining Kane County Cougars play in newly renovated Elfstrom Stadium? Whichever venue you choose you're in for an experience you don't always get downtown: a fan-friendly environment, ... |
Lending Minor Leaguers A Helping Hand
Most of the headlines about baseball players’ salaries involve sums of money that most people could never fathom earning. However, while major league baseball players and some select draft picks make a fortune, the majority of baseball players are barely getting by and some are trying to support a family at the same time. A new organization is setting out to help those players and their families.
Young starters crucial to A’s success
The primary concern for the Athletics as the 2009 season approaches is their inexperienced rotation. The expected five starters are 25 or younger.
Pitchers lead rich A’s prospect crop
Pitchers lead rich A's prospect crop
Q&A with Athletics manager Geren
Bob Geren is a relentlessly upbeat personality, so it was no surprise that the A's manager exuded optimism during a recent sit-down with MLB.com.
