Francis wasn’t completely awful last season – he did manage to stay healthy and show modest improvement – yet he had to settle for a minor league deal from Cincy. It’s a bit surprising he couldn’t get a major league deal because it seems as if various rumours had him connected to so many different teams.
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Jumping in early on catchers is no longer the prudent course, but acquiring one from that top group remains a solid plan. The bottom line for backstops in 2012: Pay for them, but don’t overpay as options are plentiful.
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On Friday, Price played 30 minutes, nailed a pair of 3-pointers, had his second block in three games and had two steals – the fourth time in five games he’s had multiple swipes. Yes, he struggled with his shot, but recall that a week ago Friday he drained 7-of-11 from the field for 18 points, so you know it’s in him. Beware that the Phoenix starting rotation is very much in flux, but after earning a win in Beantown Friday, Gentry could stick with this lineup for the time being.
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The panel is divided on this issue and it will be fascinating to see if the young catcher/DH can have a real impact on Seattle’s limp lineup.
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After all, pitching in hitting-friendly Chase Field he managed to chalk up a career-best 3.69 ERA and get back to double-digit wins for the first time since 2009.
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Early on, it sure looked like the ugliness of 2010 was going to carry on into 2011 for the Cards. Yes, they won their opener over Carolina, but then proceeded to drop their next six games, four of which were by four points or less. In two of the first three losses on that skid, ‘Zona let fourth-quarter leads slip away.
Arizona Cardinals 2011 Season Review Read Post »
Unfortunately, he struggled in the second half (hitting under .270 with just four homers in 150 at-bats), and the back once again became an issue, forcing Helton to shut it down early in September.
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