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Chicago Cubs Give Manager Mike Quade a 2 year deal

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Announced this morning, the Chicago Cubs and manager Mike Quade reached agreement on a two-year contract with a club option for the 2013 season.  Quade arrived in Chicago yesterday to finalize the deal and a press conference will be held today at Wrigley Field at 3 p.m. Quade, 53, became the 51st manager in franchise history when he took the helm on August 23 following Lou … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Give Manager Mike Quade a 2 year deal

Wide strike zone a trend in MLB playoffs

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As another MLB postseason gets underway, we welcome back some of the game's great traditions: sprawling sellout crowds, three-man rotations, and elimination games.  Even the cable networks step up their game for the playoffs, introducing strike zone radars like TBS's "Pitch Trax." The idea is that everyone is held to a higher standard in the playoffs - even the umpires. But … [Read more...] about Wide strike zone a trend in MLB playoffs

Memo to Yankees, Derek Jeter: Not a Leadoff Hitter

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With the moral demise of Tiger Woods, Derek Jeter is now the most revered man in all of sports. Whether he is driving by a fire in a “Rescue Me” trailer or running out to his position in the Bronx, graceful is a word that describes him. The captain is every manager’s dream and Joe Girardi is certainly enamored with him. This is the only explanation why he is still hitting … [Read more...] about Memo to Yankees, Derek Jeter: Not a Leadoff Hitter

Ron Gardenhire not at Fault for Minnesota Twins Collapse

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Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected by Hunter Wendelstedt in the seventh inning of Thursday’s game against the Yankees at Target Field. This put the club down 2-0 and in a bind because Phil Hughes is now on the horizon for Saturday night’s game in the Big Apple. It was obvious that Carl Pavano was getting squeezed when he appeared to have struck out Lance … [Read more...] about Ron Gardenhire not at Fault for Minnesota Twins Collapse

The Backdoor Cut Twins-Yankees Series Breakdown

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The Backdoor Cut takes a look back at games one and two of the New York Yankees-Minnesota Twins ALDS....Umpiring, Andy Pettitte's Dominance, playoff managing, and Lance Berkman's re-emergance are just a few of the topics touched on...If you like what you hear, listen to the radio version of The Backdoor Cut Tuesday Nights from 9-11 p.m. on 91.7 fm KAUG or online at … [Read more...] about The Backdoor Cut Twins-Yankees Series Breakdown

Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally

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The Minnesota Twins open up postseason play vs. the New York Yankees Wednesday evening at Target Field. Francisco Liriano will take the mound at 7:37 p.m. Central. This is wonderful news considering all of the injuries that have plagued the ball club this season. The absences of Justin Morneau and Joe Nathan for large portions of the schedule have been detrimental to the team’s … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally

Former Cub Matt Murton about to Become Japan’s Hit Leader

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Former MLB corner outfielder Matt Murton hit .286/.352/.436 in his 1,058 plate, 354 games for the Cubs, Rockies, and A's. However, the 2003 first round pick never made it in the big leagues. But in Japan he's hitting .349 with 17 home runs and 88 RBIs. He's not only big in Japan, he's historically huge in Japan. According to Chicago Breaking Sports.com … [Read more...] about Former Cub Matt Murton about to Become Japan’s Hit Leader