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MLB GM’s Ranking for 2010

Tim Marchman of Sports Illustrated recently ranks all 30 Major League General Managers. So we must ask ourselves how do you measure a GM’s success? Is it dollars spent per win? Playoff appearances? Do you take into account the minor league system and player development? The Twins may not be a power house but they [...]

Ben Sheets Holds Throwing Session for Scouts

Free agent pitcher Ben Sheets, formerly of the Milwaukee Brewers, made his biggest step in his path back to the majors yesterday when he held a throwing session for MLB scouts at his alma mater, the University of Louisiana-Monroe. Last off season, Sheets agreed to a two-year deal with the Texas Rangers. However, Sheets failed his [...]

Mariners Avoid Arbitration Years with Franklin Gutierrez

The Seattle Mariners have signed Franklin Gutierrez to a 4 year $20.5 million extension with a club option for 2014. This deal allows the Mariners to avoid arbitration with and also allows them an good option for Gutierrez’s first year of free agency. Last year Gutierrez hit .283 with 18 home runs and 70 RBI. [...]