Category Archives: Spring Training 2012

Joe Savery has made the 25 man roster

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

That’s the word on the street, at least. This site has been around for a little more than 5 years, and Savery’s story is probably the coolest thing I’ve seen since I started closely following the minor leagues like 10 … Continue reading →

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Some quick thoughts on J-Rod and Lisalberto Bonilla

Posted on March 31, 2012 by

I watched bits and pieces of last night’s Phillies game and got to see Julio Rodriguez and Lisalbert Bonilla both take their shot against the Yankees reserves and backups. Neither guy had a night they will cherish, but both flashed … Continue reading →

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New minor league workout groups (26Mar2012)

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

Courtesy of loyal reader Bill. Click this link.

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Some minor league assignments

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

Courtesy of Matt Gelb. AA Reading: May, Pettibone, Julio Rodriguez, Jiwan James, Tyson Gilles, Sebastian Valle A+ Clearwater: Brody Colvin A Lakewood: Altherr, Eldemire, Kyrell Hudson, Brian Pointer, Maikel Franco, and Tyler Greene Extended ST: Larry Greene and Roman Quinn … Continue reading →

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Spring Training Chatter, Week of 26 March

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

The regular season is almost here. A few roster spots are up for grabs. Talk about the things that interest you here. And be good to each other, we’re all on the same team.

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The case for Jake Diekman to make the opening day roster

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

As of this writing, the Phillies bullpen is still in flux, and Jake Diekman is still in major league camp. I had a chance to watch him close out yesterday’s game against the Red Sox, and I have to say, … Continue reading →

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Minor League Workgroups (21March2012)

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

Thanks to reader “gkjdk” for taking a picture of the work groups yesterday and sending it my way. Remember, these groups aren’t hard and fast groupings of where prospects will start, but they do give us some idea how the … Continue reading →

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Spring Training Discussion, week of 19 March

Posted on March 19, 2012 by

If anyone is still in Clearwater, I’d much appreciate you going and picking up the minor league work groups sheet and scanning/emailing it to me. Thanks!

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First Hand Report, 18 March 2012

Posted on March 18, 2012 by

Thanks to Murray for this quick first hand summary. Enjoy. Good time at the minor league complex today. In the CWater game, Colvin pitched very well, allowing one run but threw a good fastball and a very good curve. He … Continue reading →

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9 players optioned/re-assigned to minor league camp

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

Per this quick post, the following players have been re-assigned: Dave Bush Austin Hyatt Pat Misch JC Ramirez BJ Rosenberg Sebastian Valle Cesar Hernandez Harold Garcia Tyson Gillies No real surprises here. A lot of these guys will benefit from … Continue reading →

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