In four appearances last week, Putz recorded one win and three straight saves increasing his season total to 30, the third time he’s reached the mark. It’s pretty clear that Putz, three weeks removed from a DL stint, is back in cruise control.
Saving Grace: The Beard Gets Tangled Read Post »
I don’t get it, personally, especially since now that he’s back to relieving almost exclusively, he’s been superb at Triple-A. And it’s not as if Houston’s bullpen has been good. In fact, really the only good things you can say about the Astro bullpen is that it’s been better than their rotation and that it isn’t as bad as the Twins’ pen.
Minor Matters: Wesley Wright Continues to Shine Read Post »
On Monday, Houston fans will get their first look at Sosa when takes the bump again in the series opener against the Cubs. At this point, the 26-year-old is only someone to watch, but given the progress he’s made this season, he could emerge with value.
Henry Sosa Looks to Build on his Debut Read Post »
Well, you missed his five-homer, 16 RBI, .324 July. You also missed his homer binge last week when he went yard in three consecutive games. Willingham is up to 19 homers and 66 RBI in 340 at-bats for the season. Yes, he’s somewhat good, but few are capitalizing on it.
The Wire Troll: Josh Willingham, Take Two Read Post »
He hit .340 with an OPS of 1010 in June, mashed to the tune of a .411 BA in July with six steals and a slugging percentage of .752, which is an MLB season high for any month this year. Oh, and after smacking another pair of hits Friday – including a double – and adding his career-best 23rd steal of the season – he’s now hitting a robust .325 so far in August.
MLB Today: Is Dustin Pedroia in Line for Another MVP Award? Read Post »
July was Gregg’s worst month of the season as he gave up six runs in 9 2/3 IP. However, he’s thrown six straight hitless outings (the last three of which have been perfect) and could even bag a save early next week when the woeful O’s travel to Oakland.
Saving Grace: Jose Valverde Leads Tigers to First Read Post »
Okay, Jones has been ice cold lately (0-for-12 in the last three, but at least he delivered his 70th RBI Tuesday), however, he’s coming off a fine July (.320, five homers) which followed an impressive June (seven homers) and a pretty sweet May (.343, 15 RBI). It all adds up to top 15 value at his position as the just turned 26-year-old is beginning to scratch the surface of the uber talent we’ve all believed he has. And thanks to Baltimore’s woeful play, Jones’ fine season has pretty much been lost in the shuffle.
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