Rusney Castillo headed to Japan.
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He's a former Red Sox already?Rusney Castillo headed to Japan.
As in, hasn't played, or did he change his name to Manny Rodriguez and start playing SS?
Edit: last news I see is that his season is on pause
Manny Ramirez leaves Sydney Blue Sox as Australian baseball begins
Manny Ramirez won't be playing in the Australian Baseball League, for now. As we prepare to bunker in for a long winter here in the United States, baseball...
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I didn't know he had left.As in, hasn't played, or did he change his name to Manny Rodriguez and start playing SS?
Edit: last news I see is that his season is on pause
Manny Ramirez leaves Sydney Blue Sox as Australian baseball begins
Manny Ramirez won't be playing in the Australian Baseball League, for now. As we prepare to bunker in for a long winter here in the United States, baseball...
I just quickly linked to the team stats because they are still claiming he is on the roster -- at least on the roster update page. I figured the link would have his numbers in there -- and it may still I suppose.
Little bit more of an article here
Jon Lester to the Nats. 1 year deal..
Blake Swihart signs a minor league deal with the Nationals
www.mlbtraderumors.com
Nationals Sign Blake Swihart
The Nationals have signed catcher/outfielder and former top prospect Blake Swihart to a minor league deal. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.
www.mlbtraderumors.com
While he was managing the PawSox he came to one of the fantasy camps I attended. Very nice guy, good coach and quite knowledgeable. I learned a lot from him.
Hembree could only get a minors deal with Indians. 1.25M prorated salary if he makes it to majors.
View: https://twitter.com/jonheyman/status/1357101280250978313?s=21
View: https://twitter.com/jonheyman/status/1357101280250978313?s=21
Giants Designate Luis Alexander Basabe
The Giants designated outfielder Luis Alexander Basabe for assignment to make roster space for Tommy La Stella. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.
www.mlbtraderumors.com
Giants Designate former Sox prospect Luis Alexander Basabe
Marco Hernandez, minors deal with the other Sox.
View: https://twitter.com/tombaseball29/status/1359952789313527808
View: https://twitter.com/tombaseball29/status/1359952789313527808
"Free-agent infielder Brock Holt in agreement with Rangers on minor-league deal, source tells @TheAthletic. Can earn $1.75M in majors with $750K in incentives. Had major-league offers but chose Rangers because of opportunity at third base. " - Ken
View: https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/1360259660310265862?s=20
View: https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/1360259660310265862?s=20
That is so odd. There must be more to it. If that is the reason, is it because he is tired of being a utility guy?
EDIT: Just remembered he was born in TX and probably has friends and family there.
I found this interesting:
https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2021/02/boston-red-sox-legend-david-ortiz-calls-baseball-straight-up-boring-because-hitters-strike-out-too-much-only-looking-for-homers-report.html
I very much agree with his premise, namely that baseball becomes boring when guys trying to hit home runs at almost every at bat results in strike-out after strike-out. It's interesting coming from a guy who only blossomed after he left the Twins, who wanted him to stop trying to hit homers and just get on base. I guess the difference is that Ortiz had the home-run skill that so many others lack.
https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2021/02/boston-red-sox-legend-david-ortiz-calls-baseball-straight-up-boring-because-hitters-strike-out-too-much-only-looking-for-homers-report.html
I very much agree with his premise, namely that baseball becomes boring when guys trying to hit home runs at almost every at bat results in strike-out after strike-out. It's interesting coming from a guy who only blossomed after he left the Twins, who wanted him to stop trying to hit homers and just get on base. I guess the difference is that Ortiz had the home-run skill that so many others lack.
He might figure that an opening in the starting lineup offers two opportunities to make the big team. Open competition for the 3B job /platoon opportunity plus his flexibility as a utility guy.
I'll be rooting seriously for Brock Holt. He was recently in Boston doing something for the Jimmy Fund and meeting with kids at Dana Farber. Genuine dedication.
Bartolo Colon still hanging on, albeit in the Mexican League.
View: https://twitter.com/hgomez27/status/1361476102674333700
View: https://twitter.com/hgomez27/status/1361476102674333700
Not to derail the thread, but didn't Ricky Henderson do the same thing? (And hey, this is a former Red Sox thread, so...)
Without the injury plagued 33-36 year old seasons, Colon would be on the verge or already at 300 wins. A big 'what if' but, aside from those 4 seasons, he regularly won about 15 games a season. He won 18 or more games in 5 different years, including at age 40.
Matt Olson is a very good young 1b and I'm sure they could've found a cheaper backup. Maybe they wanted someone who could hit a little to add to their DH mix and were willing to pay $2.5m in case they trade Olson during the year. Still strikes me as odd.
I didn't see the terms, Cotillo has them as you say.
View: https://twitter.com/ChrisCotillo/status/1362417598068109319
View: https://twitter.com/ChrisCotillo/status/1362417598068109319
Former Red Sox star Johnny Damon arrested on drunk driving charge in Florida - The Boston Globe
I saw another report indicating a BAC of .30. I sure hope 8:15 a.m. is an error... that's insane.
In the TMZ article, it says Damon was pulled over just before 1:30 AM. Not that it makes it that much better, but glad he wasn't blowing .30 at 8:30 in the morning.
Johnny Damon Arrested for DUI, Wife Booked for Battering Cop During Stop
Cops say Damon's blood alcohol level was nearly 4 TIMES the legal limit.
www.tmz.com
Yeah, my old BAC "buddy wheel" was well into the red at .30
A 160-pound man would have a BAC of 0.30 by consuming 11 drinks in an hour.
How much you have to drink for a BAC of 0.30 or more
The Prevention & Treatment Resource Press produces a wealth of information on blood-alcohol concentration and substance abuse.
www.lehighvalleylive.com
He's damn lucky he didn't kill anyone. Although apparently, the Mrs. tried to take out the officers. Johnny needs a little alone time in jail. Fuck 'em.
I doubt Johnny weighs 160Yeah, my old BAC "buddy wheel" was well into the red at .30
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A 160-pound man would have a BAC of 0.30 by consuming 11 drinks in an hour.
How much you have to drink for a BAC of 0.30 or more
The Prevention & Treatment Resource Press produces a wealth of information on blood-alcohol concentration and substance abuse.
Also, really wish the Glob wouldn't refer to him as former Red Sox star. You should lose that status as soon as you play for the Yankees
Was Wendell Kim the third base coach while Damon was here? Might be he's just never seen a stop sign before.
He does not look well. I don't understood how he doesn't have the wherewithall to call a fucking uber, or have a driver. I guess he was never the sharpest tho
