Shin-Soo Choo is arguably the best transaction made under the Mark Shapiro-led regime, be it during his time as GM (2001-2010) or team president (2010-current). Choo, who was acquired along with Shawn Nottingham from Seattle for first baseman Ben Broussardand cash, has developed into a solid, five-tool, owning a career .289/.381/.468 line and generally playing […]
Pick-N-Choose: Offseason Market for Tribe’s Right Fielder Could Be Thin
September 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Ichiro Trade Reaction
July 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Early Monday evening – and on the heels of a busted trade rumor, maybe – the Seattle Mariners sent right-fielder Ichiro Suzuki to the New York Yankees, in exchange for two pitching prospects. Seattle is also sending cash considerations. This, of course, comes just days after Mariner GM Jack Zduriencik was quoted by Fox Sports’ […]
AL Midseason Awards
July 9, 2012 by 6 Comments
Justin Smoak’s Lack of Development
May 24, 2012 by 2 Comments
Justin Smoak is a former first round pick, chosen eleventh overall in the 2008 draft by the Texas Rangers, ahead of players like Brett Lawrie, Ike Davis, and Andrew Cashner. Smoak breezed through the minor leagues, making his big league debut just two seasons after the draft, twice earning a spot among the top 100 […]