Keon Broxton - CF
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - 2B
Randy Rodriguez - SP
Tonight's pregame show is to be determined. There is an on-field ceremony that I will spend some time talking about. If time permits, I'll also play my interview with West Michigan broadcaster Ben Chiswick from yesterday since we had some technical issues and didn't play it yesterday.
Pregame coverage starts at 7:10 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is scheduled for 7:30 PM Eastern Time.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
From the Notes - June 30th
• The Silver Hawks are two games over .500 in a half for the first time in 2010.
• West Michigan has been shut out in three games and has scored just two runs in five games this half.
• The Silver Hawks have won three straight one-run games and improved to 13-12 in games decided by a single tally.
• South Bend goes for the sweep tonight. They have not swept a series since taking three from Dayton May 8th (DH) and 9th.
• First baseman Ramon Castillo has one hit in each of his first six games for South Bend.
• Randy Rodriguez is making a spot start today, replacing Mike Belfiore who is being skipped with general soreness.
• Chris Owings missed his fourth straight game Tuesday with plantar fasciitis. He is not in tonight's starting lineup.
• West Michigan has been shut out in three games and has scored just two runs in five games this half.
• The Silver Hawks have won three straight one-run games and improved to 13-12 in games decided by a single tally.
• South Bend goes for the sweep tonight. They have not swept a series since taking three from Dayton May 8th (DH) and 9th.
• First baseman Ramon Castillo has one hit in each of his first six games for South Bend.
• Randy Rodriguez is making a spot start today, replacing Mike Belfiore who is being skipped with general soreness.
• Chris Owings missed his fourth straight game Tuesday with plantar fasciitis. He is not in tonight's starting lineup.
Former Hawk Enright Promoted to Arizona
Former Silver Hawk pitcher Barry Enright will make his Major League debut tonight for the Arizona Diamondbacks at Busch Stadium against the St. Louis Cardinals. Enright pitched one game in relief for South Bend in 2007, earning the save while throwing 2.0 scoreless innings on August 17th at West Michigan.
Enright, a 2007 2nd round draft pick, is being promoted from Double-A Mobile where he was 4-1 with a 2.88 ERA in 14 starts this season. Enright takes the roster spot of Carlos Rosa, who was optioned to Triple-A Reno and was acquired by the Diamondbacks in the trade that sent 2009 Silver Hawk Reynaldo Navarro to Kansas City.
Enright, a 2007 2nd round draft pick, is being promoted from Double-A Mobile where he was 4-1 with a 2.88 ERA in 14 starts this season. Enright takes the roster spot of Carlos Rosa, who was optioned to Triple-A Reno and was acquired by the Diamondbacks in the trade that sent 2009 Silver Hawk Reynaldo Navarro to Kansas City.
Former Silver Hawks with Arizona (MLB)
In our weekly examination of former Silver Hawks, we'll take a look at those who are playing for the parent club Arizona Diamondbacks.
Position Players
C Miguel Montero - .375, 2 HR, 10 RBI - '04 Silver Hawk
OF Gerardo Parra - .259, 2 HR, 14 RBI - '07 Silver Hawk
INF Mark Reynolds - .212, 18 HR (T-1st in NL), 50 RBI - '04 and '05 Silver Hawk
OF Justin Upton - .268, 14 HR, 39 RBI, 11 SB - '06 Silver Hawk
Pitchers
RP Esmerling Vasquez - 1-2, 5.54 ERA in 24 appearances - '05 Silver Hawk
Position Players
C Miguel Montero - .375, 2 HR, 10 RBI - '04 Silver Hawk
OF Gerardo Parra - .259, 2 HR, 14 RBI - '07 Silver Hawk
INF Mark Reynolds - .212, 18 HR (T-1st in NL), 50 RBI - '04 and '05 Silver Hawk
OF Justin Upton - .268, 14 HR, 39 RBI, 11 SB - '06 Silver Hawk
Pitchers
RP Esmerling Vasquez - 1-2, 5.54 ERA in 24 appearances - '05 Silver Hawk
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
The Last Two Games
What I don't like about the last two games: They were ugly games and the Silver Hawks managed to score just three runs.
What I love about the last two games: They were both wins!
I know that three runs in 18 innings against the Whitecaps doesn't scream revolution, but finding a way to win those games is huge for this club. For the first time this season, the Silver Hawks are two games over .500 in a half and have allowed for some wiggle room early on.
Hopefully it continues tomorrow.
What I love about the last two games: They were both wins!
I know that three runs in 18 innings against the Whitecaps doesn't scream revolution, but finding a way to win those games is huge for this club. For the first time this season, the Silver Hawks are two games over .500 in a half and have allowed for some wiggle room early on.
Hopefully it continues tomorrow.
Pregame Show Delayed
Our pregame show will be a little bit delayed today due to a technical issue at the station. We should have no problem getting the game on by 1 PM.
Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for being patient.
Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for being patient.
Today's Lineup - June 29th
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Eric Smith - SP
Pregame interview will be with West Michigan broadcaster Ben Chiswick. Pregame show begins at 12:40 PM. First pitch is at 1:00 PM.
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Eric Smith - SP
Pregame interview will be with West Michigan broadcaster Ben Chiswick. Pregame show begins at 12:40 PM. First pitch is at 1:00 PM.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 28th
David Nick - 2B
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - CF
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Tonight's pre-game interview will be with catcher Errol Hollinger. Pre-game show starts at 6:40 with the first pitch at 7:00 PM Eastern.
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - CF
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Tonight's pre-game interview will be with catcher Errol Hollinger. Pre-game show starts at 6:40 with the first pitch at 7:00 PM Eastern.
Woodall Earns Victory in All-Star Game
Former South Bend Silver Hawk reliever Bryan Woodall picked up the victory in the California-Carolina League All-Star Game last Tuesday in Myrtle Beach. Woodall, a 2009 Silver Hawk, has been outstanding for the Visalia Rawhide this season, sporting a 5-2 record with a 0.28 ERA in 23 appearances.
A full recap and pictures from the game can be found by clicking the link.
A full recap and pictures from the game can be found by clicking the link.
Huge Week Ahead
The next 6 days at the Cove are going to be wild and fun-filled. Look at what all is going on:
Start your week off with Dollar Monday at the Cove tonight with $1 bleacher seat tickets, hot dogs and Pepsi Products.
Alligator Blackbird will perform a free concert outside the stadium at 5:30. Gates open at 6:00 and the Silver Hawks take on the West Michigan Whitecaps at 7:00.
Tuesday, June 29th vs West Michigan Whitecaps, 1:00 p.m.
Spend the afternoon at the Cove with this special afternoon game (gates open at noon). It's Kraft Singles Tuesday Tickets - Buy 1 Ticket, Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles with purchase. Bring your package wrapper to a Silver Hawks game on Tuesdays for a steal of a deal! Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Exclusions apply.
It's also WAOR Twofer Tuesday with two tickets for the price of one available online at WAOR.com.
Wednesday, June 30 vs. West Michigan, 7:30 PM
Casting at the Cove and Fireworks after the game
Thursday, July 1 vs. Lansing Lugnuts, 7:30 PM
Thirsty Thursday with $1 draft beers and soft drinks and Fireworks
Friday, July 2 vs. Lansing Lugnuts, 7:30 PM
FRITOS Family Friday and Fireworks
Saturday, July 3 vs. Lansing Lugnuts, 7:30 PM
Team Picture Giveaway, sponsored by Bob's 19th Hole - 1st 1,000 fans and Fireworks
Start your week off with Dollar Monday at the Cove tonight with $1 bleacher seat tickets, hot dogs and Pepsi Products.
Alligator Blackbird will perform a free concert outside the stadium at 5:30. Gates open at 6:00 and the Silver Hawks take on the West Michigan Whitecaps at 7:00.
Tuesday, June 29th vs West Michigan Whitecaps, 1:00 p.m.
Spend the afternoon at the Cove with this special afternoon game (gates open at noon). It's Kraft Singles Tuesday Tickets - Buy 1 Ticket, Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles with purchase. Bring your package wrapper to a Silver Hawks game on Tuesdays for a steal of a deal! Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Exclusions apply.
It's also WAOR Twofer Tuesday with two tickets for the price of one available online at WAOR.com.
Wednesday, June 30 vs. West Michigan, 7:30 PM
Casting at the Cove and Fireworks after the game
Thursday, July 1 vs. Lansing Lugnuts, 7:30 PM
Thirsty Thursday with $1 draft beers and soft drinks and Fireworks
Friday, July 2 vs. Lansing Lugnuts, 7:30 PM
FRITOS Family Friday and Fireworks
Saturday, July 3 vs. Lansing Lugnuts, 7:30 PM
Team Picture Giveaway, sponsored by Bob's 19th Hole - 1st 1,000 fans and Fireworks
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Rained Out
Sunday's game has officially been rained out. Full story will be on www.silverhawks.com in a matter of minutes.
MVP Vote Follow Up
Since I got absolutely ripped by a commenter in an earlier post, I want to clarify something.
There is no question that Matt Davidson was the first half MVP for the Silver Hawks. Chris Owings probably should have been second, although if you are a bigger fan of power numbers, then I have no problem with Bobby Borchering being second (Owings had a much higher batting average, Borchering had more homers and RBIs).
My problem with the vote was that I had never received more than 60 votes for any poll question, and that question got over 500 responses. There was some serious ballot box stuffing going on, which is why I called the vote a "joke".
Anyhow, I just wanted to clear that up so that everyone knows that I think the fans ultimately got it right in that Matt Davidson was voted the first half MVP.
There is no question that Matt Davidson was the first half MVP for the Silver Hawks. Chris Owings probably should have been second, although if you are a bigger fan of power numbers, then I have no problem with Bobby Borchering being second (Owings had a much higher batting average, Borchering had more homers and RBIs).
My problem with the vote was that I had never received more than 60 votes for any poll question, and that question got over 500 responses. There was some serious ballot box stuffing going on, which is why I called the vote a "joke".
Anyhow, I just wanted to clear that up so that everyone knows that I think the fans ultimately got it right in that Matt Davidson was voted the first half MVP.
Today's Lineup - June 27th
It's raining in Midland and it might for a while. There is no way this game is going to start on time at 3:05 PM. However, they are expecting to play today. We'll do the pregame show as normal at 2:45 PM and then send it back to ESPN Radio national programming at 3:05 or so until the start of the game.
Now, here is today's lineup:
David Nick - 2B
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - CF
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Diogenes Rosario - SP
No pregame interview today since it is Sunday. Instead, we'll do a full scoreboard update.
Pregame show at 2:45 PM. First pitch to be determined because of the rain.
Now, here is today's lineup:
David Nick - 2B
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - CF
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Diogenes Rosario - SP
No pregame interview today since it is Sunday. Instead, we'll do a full scoreboard update.
Pregame show at 2:45 PM. First pitch to be determined because of the rain.
Casting at the Cove
Wednesday night at Coveleski Stadium has been dubbed "Casting at the Cove" and is sponsored by Indiana Outdoor News. The night will feature a tribute to outdoor activities outside of baseball.
Louie Stout wrote a nice article about the event for the South Bend Tribune, which you can read by clicking here.
Louie Stout wrote a nice article about the event for the South Bend Tribune, which you can read by clicking here.
From The Notes - June 27th
• The Silver Hawks struck out 17 times yesterday – a new season high – but still won the game.
• South Bend hit two home runs in a game for the seventh time this season.
• South Bend is just 3 and 27 against the Loons over the last two seasons (2-14 last year, 1-13 this season).
• First baseman Ramon Castillo has one hit in each of his first four games for South Bend.
• Matt Davidson ranks T-4th with 10 homers, T-2nd with 46 RBIs, and T-2nd with 32 extra base hits.
• Keon Broxton struck out five times yesterday, the second time this season he had 5 K’s in a game against the Loons.
• Chris Owings missed his second straight game yesterday with a sore foot.
• South Bend hit two home runs in a game for the seventh time this season.
• South Bend is just 3 and 27 against the Loons over the last two seasons (2-14 last year, 1-13 this season).
• First baseman Ramon Castillo has one hit in each of his first four games for South Bend.
• Matt Davidson ranks T-4th with 10 homers, T-2nd with 46 RBIs, and T-2nd with 32 extra base hits.
• Keon Broxton struck out five times yesterday, the second time this season he had 5 K’s in a game against the Loons.
• Chris Owings missed his second straight game yesterday with a sore foot.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 26th
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Brad Gemberling - SP
The pregame interview tonight will be with shortstop Chris Owings about his all-star game experience.
Pregame show begins at 6:45 PM tonight. First pitch is at 7:05 PM.
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Brad Gemberling - SP
The pregame interview tonight will be with shortstop Chris Owings about his all-star game experience.
Pregame show begins at 6:45 PM tonight. First pitch is at 7:05 PM.
Happy Birthday Mark Haley!
South Bend manager Mark Haley is celebrating his birthday today. I think the best gift would be the Silver Hawks finally beating the Loons.
Game time will be 7:05 PM tonight.
Game time will be 7:05 PM tonight.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 25th
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Andrew Fie - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
David Narodowski - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Pregame interview will be with manager Mark Haley. Pregame show is at 6:55 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is pushed back to 7:15 PM.
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Andrew Fie - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
David Narodowski - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Pregame interview will be with manager Mark Haley. Pregame show is at 6:55 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is pushed back to 7:15 PM.
Featured Silver Hawk - Errol Hollinger
This week's featured Silver Hawk is catcher Errol Hollinger. In the article, Hollinger talks about what it was like to not be drafted and his plans for a career after baseball.
Today's Roster Move - June 25th
Infielder/Outfielder Victor Estevez has been activated for tonight's game. This brings the Silver Hawks roster back to 25 active players. He had been on the DL with a sore ankle since the middle of last week.
Game Time Change
Tonight's game will start at 7:15 PM instead of 7:05 PM. Pregame show will start at 6:55 PM.
Back To It...
After 4 days off, I'm ready to get this second half started.
The last poll question was ridiculous with some vote flooding, but according to the "fan vote", Matt Davidson edges out Bobby Borchering for first half MVP. Again, there was nothing official about this poll, and unfortunately it turned into a joke instead of a legitimate "who do you think has been the most valuable player" fan vote.
Anyhow, a new poll is up on the right.
The last poll question was ridiculous with some vote flooding, but according to the "fan vote", Matt Davidson edges out Bobby Borchering for first half MVP. Again, there was nothing official about this poll, and unfortunately it turned into a joke instead of a legitimate "who do you think has been the most valuable player" fan vote.
Anyhow, a new poll is up on the right.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
All-Star Game Recap
Unfortunately, I forgot to bring my camera with me to Fort Wayne, so I don't have any pictures of my own to share with you all. Instead, I will provide links to some other photos taken from the game and share my thoughts on the experience in general.
I did take one picture with my phone. This was the view from our seats just to the third base side of home plate. The picture is of Matt Davidson batting in the first inning against West starter Trey McNutt.
Here are some photo galleries online. This one is from the Midwest League and focuses mostly on the Day One festivities, such as the Home Run Derby and Skills Challenge. Davidson hit eight homers in the first round before being eliminated in the second round of the Derby. Chris Owings participated in the Infield Throwing competition and Tyson Van Winkle finished in a three-way tie for first in the Catcher's Throwing competition.
This gallery is from the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette and has action shots from the game, including one of Chris, while the Fort Wayne News-Sentinel has more game shots and photos from the pre-game festivities. Finally, here are the photos that Owen took of Parkview Field last season.
Obviously the game was the main highlight, but the between-inning entertainment was also very fun. There was a dancing bat boy, Myron Noodleman, and the Zooperstars (my personal favorite). Each act brought many laughs throughout the crowd and Chris Owings even busted a move on the field.
All in all, the All-Star game was a great experience. Sorry again for the lack of original photos, but I hope these links are enough to help you get a picture of what it was like.
I did take one picture with my phone. This was the view from our seats just to the third base side of home plate. The picture is of Matt Davidson batting in the first inning against West starter Trey McNutt.Here are some photo galleries online. This one is from the Midwest League and focuses mostly on the Day One festivities, such as the Home Run Derby and Skills Challenge. Davidson hit eight homers in the first round before being eliminated in the second round of the Derby. Chris Owings participated in the Infield Throwing competition and Tyson Van Winkle finished in a three-way tie for first in the Catcher's Throwing competition.
This gallery is from the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette and has action shots from the game, including one of Chris, while the Fort Wayne News-Sentinel has more game shots and photos from the pre-game festivities. Finally, here are the photos that Owen took of Parkview Field last season.
Obviously the game was the main highlight, but the between-inning entertainment was also very fun. There was a dancing bat boy, Myron Noodleman, and the Zooperstars (my personal favorite). Each act brought many laughs throughout the crowd and Chris Owings even busted a move on the field.
All in all, the All-Star game was a great experience. Sorry again for the lack of original photos, but I hope these links are enough to help you get a picture of what it was like.
South Bend Notes from the All-Star Game
Here's more information on why Charles Brewer didn't start, Matt Davidson's home run derby appearance, and other tidbits from the All-Star game, courtest of Curt Rallo at the South Bend Tribuine.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Today's Roster Move
Starting pitcher Charles Brewer has been promoted to Visalia.
Read the full story at www.silverhawks.com in the news section.
Anytime you lose a player who ranks second in the league in ERA, it's going to hurt. Hopefully the rest of the rotation and pitching staff will step up. Unfortunately, I think we all knew this move was coming, we just hoped it wouldn't happen.
Good luck to Charles as he moves on. He certainly proved that he could dominate this league.
It appears as if Diogenes Rosario is going to be moved into the rotation to fill the void.
Read the full story at www.silverhawks.com in the news section.
Anytime you lose a player who ranks second in the league in ERA, it's going to hurt. Hopefully the rest of the rotation and pitching staff will step up. Unfortunately, I think we all knew this move was coming, we just hoped it wouldn't happen.
Good luck to Charles as he moves on. He certainly proved that he could dominate this league.
It appears as if Diogenes Rosario is going to be moved into the rotation to fill the void.
All Star Game Results
I know I haven't posted much over the last few days, but just like everyone else, I sometimes need a break. I also have two nieces and a nephew that I'm seeing for the first time in months, and they get a lot more of my attention than baseball does right now.
As far as the all-star game goes, the East won 6-2.
Unfortunately, no Silver Hawks player had a hit (Chris Owings walked), and surprisingly, neither Charles Brewer nor Eric Smith pitched. I thought both were available and I'm pretty sure the Silver Hawks told the Fort Wayne staff that they could both go an inning, but neither one was called upon.
Casey went to the game and hopefully will have some pictures to post in the next day or two. I might not be back on the blog until Friday from Great Lakes, so I can enjoy the rest of the time with my family.
As far as the all-star game goes, the East won 6-2.
Unfortunately, no Silver Hawks player had a hit (Chris Owings walked), and surprisingly, neither Charles Brewer nor Eric Smith pitched. I thought both were available and I'm pretty sure the Silver Hawks told the Fort Wayne staff that they could both go an inning, but neither one was called upon.
Casey went to the game and hopefully will have some pictures to post in the next day or two. I might not be back on the blog until Friday from Great Lakes, so I can enjoy the rest of the time with my family.
Monday, June 21, 2010
More on Van Winkle to All Star Game
I received an email question tonight asking why Tyson Van Winkle went to the all-star game instead of Errol Hollinger.
The short answer: I don't know.
The long answer: When an opening happens on Sunday afternoon when the game is on Tuesday, there is a scramble to find somebody to fill the spot. Sometimes they take someone who is geographically close, sometimes they take the best available player, sometimes they take a player who has nothing else to do for the next couple of days.
Remember, they have to find a replacement in less than 24 hours and many other players have already booked flights or other plans.
I'm not saying Tyson Van Winkle doesn't deserve to go, but Errol Hollinger clearly had better offensive number. Van Winkle is a great defensive catcher and has good at-bats, but he's been slumpling lately.
I have no idea if Hollinger was asked first. I have no idea if another catcher from another team was asked first. All I know is that Tyson Van Winkle will be in Fort Wayne on Tuesday playing for the Eastern Division All-Stars.
I hope this helps.
The short answer: I don't know.
The long answer: When an opening happens on Sunday afternoon when the game is on Tuesday, there is a scramble to find somebody to fill the spot. Sometimes they take someone who is geographically close, sometimes they take the best available player, sometimes they take a player who has nothing else to do for the next couple of days.
Remember, they have to find a replacement in less than 24 hours and many other players have already booked flights or other plans.
I'm not saying Tyson Van Winkle doesn't deserve to go, but Errol Hollinger clearly had better offensive number. Van Winkle is a great defensive catcher and has good at-bats, but he's been slumpling lately.
I have no idea if Hollinger was asked first. I have no idea if another catcher from another team was asked first. All I know is that Tyson Van Winkle will be in Fort Wayne on Tuesday playing for the Eastern Division All-Stars.
I hope this helps.
Van Winkle Added as All-Star
Catcher Tyson Van Winkle has been added to the Eastern Division All-Star team. I don't know if someone got hurt or promoted, but Van Winkle will fill an open spot on the roster.
Congrats to Tyson.
That now makes five all-stars from the Silver Hawks (Matt Davidson, Chris Owings, Charles Brewer, and Eric Smith were named back when the teams were originally selected).
Congrats to Tyson.
That now makes five all-stars from the Silver Hawks (Matt Davidson, Chris Owings, Charles Brewer, and Eric Smith were named back when the teams were originally selected).
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Today's Lineup - June 20th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - LF
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Today's game starts at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Instead of an interview, we'll take an in-depth look at the Midwest League scoreboard and standings. Pre-game coverage starts at 1:40 PM Eastern Time.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - LF
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Today's game starts at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Instead of an interview, we'll take an in-depth look at the Midwest League scoreboard and standings. Pre-game coverage starts at 1:40 PM Eastern Time.
Playoff Scenarios
On the final day of the season, here's what can happen around the league:
Eastern Division:
-Lake County leads Great Lakes by one game.
-Both teams have clinched a playoff spot.
-If Lake County wins, they are the first half champion.
-If both teams lose, Lake County is the first half champion.
-If Lake County loses but Great Lakes wins, Great Lakes is the first half champion.
Western Division
-Cedar Rapids is the first half champion.
-Quad Cities is the first half wild card.
Eastern Division:
-Lake County leads Great Lakes by one game.
-Both teams have clinched a playoff spot.
-If Lake County wins, they are the first half champion.
-If both teams lose, Lake County is the first half champion.
-If Lake County loses but Great Lakes wins, Great Lakes is the first half champion.
Western Division
-Cedar Rapids is the first half champion.
-Quad Cities is the first half wild card.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
MVP Poll
For those of you wondering, the MVP poll on the right side of this blog is just for fun. We don't hand out a first half MVP award (or a second half MVP award for that matter).
I thought this would be an interesting way to see who the fans thought was the most important player on the team. To be completely honest, it probably is either Matt Davidson or Chris Owings (with all due respect to Bobby Borchering's power numbers and Errol Hollinger's batting average).
I never envisioned that people would stuff the ballot box the way they have. I did the same thing last year, and we had a normal vote total with a good debate.
So for those of you worried about the "popularity contest", know that it is all in fun and the results really don't mean anything.
I thought this would be an interesting way to see who the fans thought was the most important player on the team. To be completely honest, it probably is either Matt Davidson or Chris Owings (with all due respect to Bobby Borchering's power numbers and Errol Hollinger's batting average).
I never envisioned that people would stuff the ballot box the way they have. I did the same thing last year, and we had a normal vote total with a good debate.
So for those of you worried about the "popularity contest", know that it is all in fun and the results really don't mean anything.
Tonight's Lineups - June 19th
Game One
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Brad Gemberling - SP
Game Two (Probable - Subject to change)
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - 2B
Mike Belfiore - SP
If the Game Two lineup changes between games I'll update this entry. Pre-game interview will be with Bobby Borchering. First pitch set for 4:30 PM Eastern, second game starts 30 minutes after the first one concludes. Games will be seven innings. Pre-game coverage starts at 4:10 PM on 1620 ESPN Radio and www.silverhawks.com.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Brad Gemberling - SP
Game Two (Probable - Subject to change)
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - 2B
Mike Belfiore - SP
If the Game Two lineup changes between games I'll update this entry. Pre-game interview will be with Bobby Borchering. First pitch set for 4:30 PM Eastern, second game starts 30 minutes after the first one concludes. Games will be seven innings. Pre-game coverage starts at 4:10 PM on 1620 ESPN Radio and www.silverhawks.com.
Diamondbacks Sign Two More Picks
The Diamondbacks have signed their second (J.R. Bradley) and third round (Robby Rowland) selections from this year's draft. They have been assigned to play for Missoula. You can read more about the players here.
First-round pick Barret Loux is still unsigned.
First-round pick Barret Loux is still unsigned.
Today's Blog
Today is the day for my fundraising walk with the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, held here at the Cove. I will be assisting them with setup and then have the registration and walk beginning at 2 PM, so I won't be posting much. One final chance to donate by going here.
Casey will post the lineups a little bit later on.
Casey will post the lineups a little bit later on.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Game Postponed
Tonight's game has been postponed due to severe thunderstorms.
There will be a doubleheader tomorrow beginning at 4:30 PM. Pregame coverage will begin at 4:10 PM.
Coach Brian Kelly night will be rescheduled for a later date to be determined still.
More info on www.silverhawks.com.
There will be a doubleheader tomorrow beginning at 4:30 PM. Pregame coverage will begin at 4:10 PM.
Coach Brian Kelly night will be rescheduled for a later date to be determined still.
More info on www.silverhawks.com.
Weather Update
It's horrible right now. We will not be starting the pregame show at 7:10 PM because the storms are so severe and the lightning is too bad to risk it.
If and when I have an update, I'll let you know.
If and when I have an update, I'll let you know.
Tonight's Lineup - June 18th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Brad Gemberling - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with third baseman Bobby Borchering.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:30 PM Eastern Time. Pregame coverage begins at 7:10 PM Eastern Time. There is a threat of rain however so the start could be pushed back.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Brad Gemberling - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with third baseman Bobby Borchering.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:30 PM Eastern Time. Pregame coverage begins at 7:10 PM Eastern Time. There is a threat of rain however so the start could be pushed back.
Coach Kelly Night
Don't forget tonight is Coach Kelly Night at Coveleski Stadium. For all you Notre Dame fans that are looking for something to do, tickets are still available. Coach Kelly will be throwing out a first pitch and be signing autographs during the third inning tonight.
Today's Roster Move - June 18th
First baseman Ramon Castillo was added to the roster from extended spring training. He takes the place that was opened up yesterday when Victor Estevez was put on the disabled list.
The full story can be read here.
The full story can be read here.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 17th
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - 1B
Tyson Van Winkle - C
David Narodowski - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with manager Mark Haley, as he discusses watching the Loons celebrate last night and his decision in the late innings on which reliever to bring in.
Pregame coverage begins at 6:45 PM. First pitch is at 7:05 PM.
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - 1B
Tyson Van Winkle - C
David Narodowski - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with manager Mark Haley, as he discusses watching the Loons celebrate last night and his decision in the late innings on which reliever to bring in.
Pregame coverage begins at 6:45 PM. First pitch is at 7:05 PM.
Today's Roster Move - June 17th
Victor Estevez has been placed on the DL with a sore ankle, retroactive to June 15th.
The full story is at www.silverhawks.com.
South Bend will play with 24 active players for the time being.
The full story is at www.silverhawks.com.
South Bend will play with 24 active players for the time being.
Playoff Race - June 17th Update
The Silver Hawks have been eliminated from postseason contention for the first half.
With four games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up. Remember, only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category.
CLINCHED PLAYOFF BERTHS: Lake County, Great Lakes, Cedar Rapids
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Same as above -- whoever doesn't win will get the wild card)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
With four games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up. Remember, only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category.
CLINCHED PLAYOFF BERTHS: Lake County, Great Lakes, Cedar Rapids
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lake County | 41 | 24 | -- |
| Great Lakes | 41 | 24 | -- |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Same as above -- whoever doesn't win will get the wild card)
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Cedar Rapids | 41 | 23 | -- |
| Quad Cities | 39 | 26 | -2.5 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Quad Cities | 39 | 26 | -- |
| Peoria | 36 | 30 | -3.5 |
| Clinton | 35 | 30 | -4.0 |
Expanding on Last Night
Ugh...that was another tough one last night. The Silver Hawks allowed three runs in the bottom of the seventh to lose 4-3. In the process, the Hawks fall to 0-11 versus Great Lakes this season.
If you were still listening in the postgame show, I said something along these lines: "At 0-11 against them, you are probably starting to hate the Loons. And I'm right there with you. However, you still have to credit them for what they've done, and that is a 41-24 record and wrapping up a playoff spot."
When the final out was recorded last night, the Silver Hawks players watched from the dugout as the Loons piled out of the dugout and danced in celebration on the field. They soaked their manager with gatorade and gave him a shaving cream pie to the face.
At times, watching another team celebrate will drive you nuts. But knowing that the Silver Hawks are young, I think it was good that they saw that. They saw how much fun it was for the Loons. They saw how excited Great Lakes was to wrap up that playoff spot in the first half. And I'm sure they felt jealousy building inside them because they too want to be a playoff team.
So now, you have a picture to go along with the goal. You want to celebrate like that? Go do something about it. You want to soak your manager with gatorade? Go out and dominate the second half. Work as hard as you've ever worked to make sure that you get to experience the same joys that the Loons had last night.
If you were still listening in the postgame show, I said something along these lines: "At 0-11 against them, you are probably starting to hate the Loons. And I'm right there with you. However, you still have to credit them for what they've done, and that is a 41-24 record and wrapping up a playoff spot."
When the final out was recorded last night, the Silver Hawks players watched from the dugout as the Loons piled out of the dugout and danced in celebration on the field. They soaked their manager with gatorade and gave him a shaving cream pie to the face.
At times, watching another team celebrate will drive you nuts. But knowing that the Silver Hawks are young, I think it was good that they saw that. They saw how much fun it was for the Loons. They saw how excited Great Lakes was to wrap up that playoff spot in the first half. And I'm sure they felt jealousy building inside them because they too want to be a playoff team.
So now, you have a picture to go along with the goal. You want to celebrate like that? Go do something about it. You want to soak your manager with gatorade? Go out and dominate the second half. Work as hard as you've ever worked to make sure that you get to experience the same joys that the Loons had last night.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 16th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Eric Smith - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with reliever Rafael Quezada.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 PM Eastern Time. Pregame coverage begins at 6:45 PM Eastern Time.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Eric Smith - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with reliever Rafael Quezada.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 PM Eastern Time. Pregame coverage begins at 6:45 PM Eastern Time.
Playoff Race - June 16 Update
The Silver Hawks have been eliminated from postseason contention for the first half.
With five games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up. Remember, only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category.
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
With five games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up. Remember, only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category.
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lake County | 41 | 23 | -- |
| Great Lakes | 40 | 24 | -1.0 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Great Lakes | 40 | 24 | -- |
| Lansing | 35 | 29 | -5.0 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Cedar Rapids | 41 | 22 | -- |
| Quad Cities | 39 | 25 | -2.5 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Quad Cities | 39 | 25 | -- |
| Clinton | 35 | 29 | -4.0 |
| Peoria | 35 | 30 | -4.5 |
Former Silver Hawks with Other MLB Teams (Updated)
In our weekly look at former South Bend players, we'll focus on those who are in the major leagues with teams other than the Diamondbacks.
Position Players
Mike Cameron (Boston) - .269, 0 HR, 2 RBI - '92 and '93 SB White Sox
Alberto Gonzalez (Washington) - .283, 0 HR, 2 RBI - '04 and '05 Silver Hawk
Carlos Gonzalez (Colorado) - .295, 10 HR, 42 RBI - '04 and '05 Silver Hawk
Scott Hairston (San Diego) - .225, 7 HR, 15 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
Lyle Overbay (Toronto) - .234, 7 HR, 28 RBI - '00 Silver Hawk
Chad Tracy (Chicago - NL) - .270, 0 HR, 4 RBI - '01 Silver Hawk
Dan Uggla (Florida) - .261, 14 HR, 37 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
Starting Pitchers
Brett Anderson* (Oakland) - 2-1, 2.35 ERA, 6 starts - '07 Silver Hawk
Ross Ohlendorf (Pittsburgh) - 0-4, 4.95 ERA, 8 starts - '05 Silver Hawk
Brad Penny* (St. Louis) - 3-4, 3.23 ERA, 9 starts - '97 Silver Hawk
Relief Pitchers
Jason Bulger (Anaheim) - 0-0, 3.74 ERA, 22 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Lance Cormier (Tampa Bay) - 2-1, 3.90 ERA, 25 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Dustin Nippert (Texas) - 2-3, 4.60 ERA, 22 games - '03 Silver Hawk
Tony Pena (Chicago - AL) - 1-1, 4.45 ERA, 22 games - '03 Silver Hawk
Jose Valverde (Detroit) - 1-1, 0.64 ERA, 14 SV - '99 and '00 Silver Hawk
Managers
Terry Francona (Boston) - 38-28, -4.0 NY and TB - '92 SB Manager
Players who were in MLB at some point this season
Emilio Bonifacio (AAA, Florida),
Brian Bruney (AAA, Milwaukee)
Garrett Mock (AAA, Washington)
* - currently on the Disabled List
Position Players
Mike Cameron (Boston) - .269, 0 HR, 2 RBI - '92 and '93 SB White Sox
Alberto Gonzalez (Washington) - .283, 0 HR, 2 RBI - '04 and '05 Silver Hawk
Carlos Gonzalez (Colorado) - .295, 10 HR, 42 RBI - '04 and '05 Silver Hawk
Scott Hairston (San Diego) - .225, 7 HR, 15 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
Lyle Overbay (Toronto) - .234, 7 HR, 28 RBI - '00 Silver Hawk
Chad Tracy (Chicago - NL) - .270, 0 HR, 4 RBI - '01 Silver Hawk
Dan Uggla (Florida) - .261, 14 HR, 37 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
Starting Pitchers
Brett Anderson* (Oakland) - 2-1, 2.35 ERA, 6 starts - '07 Silver Hawk
Ross Ohlendorf (Pittsburgh) - 0-4, 4.95 ERA, 8 starts - '05 Silver Hawk
Brad Penny* (St. Louis) - 3-4, 3.23 ERA, 9 starts - '97 Silver Hawk
Relief Pitchers
Jason Bulger (Anaheim) - 0-0, 3.74 ERA, 22 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Lance Cormier (Tampa Bay) - 2-1, 3.90 ERA, 25 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Dustin Nippert (Texas) - 2-3, 4.60 ERA, 22 games - '03 Silver Hawk
Tony Pena (Chicago - AL) - 1-1, 4.45 ERA, 22 games - '03 Silver Hawk
Jose Valverde (Detroit) - 1-1, 0.64 ERA, 14 SV - '99 and '00 Silver Hawk
Managers
Terry Francona (Boston) - 38-28, -4.0 NY and TB - '92 SB Manager
Players who were in MLB at some point this season
Emilio Bonifacio (AAA, Florida),
Brian Bruney (AAA, Milwaukee)
Garrett Mock (AAA, Washington)
* - currently on the Disabled List
Player Interviews -- A Note for the Parents
Some of you have asked me if an archive of the interview I did with your sons is available online anywhere. Unfortunately, our games are not archived this year.
However, I do keep every interview (and every game for that matter) that I have done this year.
If you want a copy of the interview(s) I have done with your sons, please just email me at oserey@silverhawks.com and let me know. Give me a couple of days to respond because of travel and having to go back and find the interview, and I'd be glad to email you a copy.
However, I do keep every interview (and every game for that matter) that I have done this year.
If you want a copy of the interview(s) I have done with your sons, please just email me at oserey@silverhawks.com and let me know. Give me a couple of days to respond because of travel and having to go back and find the interview, and I'd be glad to email you a copy.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 15th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Charles Brewer - SP
Pregame interview is with Matt Davidson about his all-star selection and how he stays loose during a long season.
Pregame show starts at 6:45 PM Eastern. First pitch is at 7:05 PM Eastern.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Charles Brewer - SP
Pregame interview is with Matt Davidson about his all-star selection and how he stays loose during a long season.
Pregame show starts at 6:45 PM Eastern. First pitch is at 7:05 PM Eastern.
Thank You!
When I contacted the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America this winter, I really had no idea what I wanted to do. All I knew is that I was in a position to finally help out and to raise awareness for this disease that I've dealt with for about 15 years now.
Then, we agreed to have the walk at Coveleski Stadium, and I knew I had a big challenge on my hands. I wanted to go above and beyond the recommended fundraising amount. The CCFA tells you to set your goal at $250. I ridiculously set mine at $1500, knowing that I've never asked friends and family for any money for Crohn's awareness. I figured if I got to $1,000, I'd be thrilled.
I currently sit at $1,350, and have 4 days left to hit my goal. I never would have reached this point without your support, and for that, I thank all of you. Some of the people whose names appear on the donation list and the amount they have given is simply amazing. In many cases, some of you have given $10, $20, or even $50 to someone who you have never met, but listen to on a nightly basis. It is your support that quite honestly means the most to me.
Thanks again, and if you still want to donate, there are a few days left. Just go here: http://online.ccfa.org/goto/owenserey
Then, we agreed to have the walk at Coveleski Stadium, and I knew I had a big challenge on my hands. I wanted to go above and beyond the recommended fundraising amount. The CCFA tells you to set your goal at $250. I ridiculously set mine at $1500, knowing that I've never asked friends and family for any money for Crohn's awareness. I figured if I got to $1,000, I'd be thrilled.
I currently sit at $1,350, and have 4 days left to hit my goal. I never would have reached this point without your support, and for that, I thank all of you. Some of the people whose names appear on the donation list and the amount they have given is simply amazing. In many cases, some of you have given $10, $20, or even $50 to someone who you have never met, but listen to on a nightly basis. It is your support that quite honestly means the most to me.
Thanks again, and if you still want to donate, there are a few days left. Just go here: http://online.ccfa.org/goto/owenserey
Monday, June 14, 2010
Playoff Race Update - June 14th
The Silver Hawks have been eliminated from postseason contention for the first half.
With six games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up. Remember, only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category. It should be noted that a couple of teams have doubleheaders scheduled for this week, so some teams will still play 7 games.
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
With six games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up. Remember, only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category. It should be noted that a couple of teams have doubleheaders scheduled for this week, so some teams will still play 7 games.
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lake County | 40 | 23 | -- |
| Great Lakes | 39 | 24 | -1.0 |
| Lansing | 35 | 27 | -4.5 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Great Lakes | 39 | 24 | -- |
| Lansing | 35 | 27 | -3.5 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Cedar Rapids | 41 | 21 | -- |
| Quad Cities | 38 | 25 | -3.5 |
| Clinton | 35 | 28 | -6.5 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Quad Cities | 38 | 25 | -- |
| Clinton | 35 | 28 | -3.0 |
| Peoria | 34 | 29 | -4.0 |
| Beloit | 32 | 31 | -6.0 |
Woodall Named to California League All-Star Team
Bryan Woodall, a 2009 Silver Hawk reliever, was the only member of the Visalia Rawhide named to the California League team that will take on the best from the Carolina League on June 22 in the 2010 California-Carolina League All-Star Game. In 22 relief appearances this season, Woodall has allowed only one earned run for a 0.30 ERA and a record of 4-2 with five saves. Here's a link to the rosters for each team, which feature a lot of other former Midwest League players.
Last year for South Bend, Woodall posted a 4-5 record with a 3.24 ERA and two saves in 36 relief appearances. After struggling early in the season, Woodall turned it around and became one of the Silver Hawks' most reliable options out of the pen.
Last year for South Bend, Woodall posted a 4-5 record with a 3.24 ERA and two saves in 36 relief appearances. After struggling early in the season, Woodall turned it around and became one of the Silver Hawks' most reliable options out of the pen.
Montero Activated from DL
This happened a couple of days ago, but former Silver Hawk catcher Miguel Montero was activated from the disabled list on June 12th. Montero was off to a good start this season, hitting .500 (6/12 in four games) with 3 RBI before he hurt his knee trying to beat out a grounder.
In two games since his activation, Montero has gone 2/5 with an RBI, double, walk, and run scored. Here's an article talking about how the Diamondbacks hope the return of their catcher will provide a much needed spark.
Montero played with the Silver Hawks in 2004, hitting .263 with 11 HR and 59 RBI in 115 games.
In two games since his activation, Montero has gone 2/5 with an RBI, double, walk, and run scored. Here's an article talking about how the Diamondbacks hope the return of their catcher will provide a much needed spark.
Montero played with the Silver Hawks in 2004, hitting .263 with 11 HR and 59 RBI in 115 games.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Sunday's Game Rained Out
Too much rain in Cedar Rapids to play today. The game has been rained out.
The full story can be read on www.silverhawks.com.
Off day on Monday, then off to Midland, Michigan on Tuesday.
The full story can be read on www.silverhawks.com.
Off day on Monday, then off to Midland, Michigan on Tuesday.
Good Morning from Cedar Rapids
It is rainy, gloomy, and there is a ton of water on the field right now (along with the tarp).
However, the folks here in Cedar Rapids are optimistic that they will be able to get the game in. Game time is scheduled for 3:05 PM Eastern Time.
If anything changes, I'll let you know.
However, the folks here in Cedar Rapids are optimistic that they will be able to get the game in. Game time is scheduled for 3:05 PM Eastern Time.
If anything changes, I'll let you know.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 12th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Mike Belfiore - SP
For tonight's pregame interview, I'll replay my interview with Scottie Allen from last night, since we were not connected to the streaming audio at the time that it played.
Pregame show begins at 7:15 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 7:35 PM Eastern Time.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Mike Belfiore - SP
For tonight's pregame interview, I'll replay my interview with Scottie Allen from last night, since we were not connected to the streaming audio at the time that it played.
Pregame show begins at 7:15 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 7:35 PM Eastern Time.
Playoff Race Update - June 12th
The Silver Hawks have been eliminated from postseason contention for the first half.
With eight games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up (only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category).
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
With eight games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up (only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category).
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lake County | 40 | 21 | -- |
| Great Lakes | 38 | 23 | -2.0 |
| Lansing | 33 | 27 | -6.5 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Great Lakes | 38 | 23 | -- |
| Lansing | 33 | 27 | -4.5 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Cedar Rapids | 40 | 21 | -- |
| Quad Cities | 36 | 25 | -4.0 |
| Clinton | 35 | 26 | -5.0 |
| Peoria | 33 | 28 | -7.0 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Quad Cities | 36 | 25 | -- |
| Clinton | 35 | 26 | -1.0 |
| Peoria | 33 | 28 | -3.0 |
| Beloit | 31 | 30 | -5.0 |
Poll Results - New Question
Here are the results from the last poll question, asking how important it would for the Silver Hawks to get back to .500 in the first half (total votes and percentages bolded).
Doesn't mean anything...records reset at 0-0 anyhow 5 (17%)
Somewhat important 2 (7%)
It would be huge for this team's confidence 19 (67%)
.500? I'm not giving up on a first half playoff spot yet! 2 (7%)
A new question is up asking about first half offensive MVP (With all due respect to all the players, I've only included the regular starters on the list, and even some of them probably could have been left off in a true MVP race. To be completely honest, this is really a two or three horse race).
Doesn't mean anything...records reset at 0-0 anyhow 5 (17%)
Somewhat important 2 (7%)
It would be huge for this team's confidence 19 (67%)
.500? I'm not giving up on a first half playoff spot yet! 2 (7%)
A new question is up asking about first half offensive MVP (With all due respect to all the players, I've only included the regular starters on the list, and even some of them probably could have been left off in a true MVP race. To be completely honest, this is really a two or three horse race).
Cedar Rapids Photos
Click this link and it will take you to the photos of I took of Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids last year. This way, you can get an idea of the Kernels ballpark.
Sorry for the late connection during the pregame show to the streaming audio feed tonight. We had some issues back at the station. I will replay my interview with Scottie Allen tomorrow since no one listening online got to hear it tonight.
Sorry for the late connection during the pregame show to the streaming audio feed tonight. We had some issues back at the station. I will replay my interview with Scottie Allen tomorrow since no one listening online got to hear it tonight.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 11th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Matt Helm - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Victor Estevez - LF
Brad Gemberling - SP
Pregame interview is with Scottie Allen. The pregame show is about to start (sorry for the late lineup post). First pitch is at 7:35 PM Eastern Time.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Matt Helm - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Victor Estevez - LF
Brad Gemberling - SP
Pregame interview is with Scottie Allen. The pregame show is about to start (sorry for the late lineup post). First pitch is at 7:35 PM Eastern Time.
Playoff Races Update - June 11th Edition
With 9 games to play in the first half, here are how the playoff races shape up (only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category).
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lake County | 39 | 21 | -- |
| Great Lakes | 38 | 22 | -1.0 |
| Lansing | 32 | 27 | -6.5 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Lake County omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Great Lakes | 38 | 22 | -- |
| Lansing | 32 | 27 | -5.5 |
| Fort Wayne | 30 | 31 | -8.5 |
| South Bend | 29 | 31 | -9.0 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Cedar Rapids | 39 | 21 | -- |
| Quad Cities | 35 | 25 | -4.0 |
| Clinton | 34 | 26 | -5.0 |
| Peoria | 32 | 28 | -7.0 |
| Beloit | 30 | 30 | -9.0 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Cedar Rapids omitted since they are leading the division)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Quad Cities | 35 | 25 | -- |
| Clinton | 34 | 26 | -1.0 |
| Peoria | 32 | 28 | -3.0 |
| Beloit | 30 | 30 | -5.0 |
| Kane County | 28 | 33 | -7.5 |
Eric Smith Article
Bill Paxton of the Connecticut Post recently talked to Eric Smith and manager Mark Haley for an article that appeared in today's Connecticut Post.
You can read about Smith's college career and how he angers hitters with his quick pace at this link.
You can read about Smith's college career and how he angers hitters with his quick pace at this link.
Featured Silver Hawk - Archive
Since the team has been on the road all week and I haven't had a chance to interview a player, there will not be a new "Featured Silver Hawk" today. However, the previous four stories are now all available to view on the "Featured Silver Hawk" page on the Silver Hawks website.
The archive page is located under the "Roster" tab and will be updated every week. As of now, it has links to the stories on David Nick, Keon Broxton, Charles Brewer, and Brian Budrow. Check back next week for an article on a new player.
The archive page is located under the "Roster" tab and will be updated every week. As of now, it has links to the stories on David Nick, Keon Broxton, Charles Brewer, and Brian Budrow. Check back next week for an article on a new player.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 10th
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
Victor Estevez - LF
David Narodowski - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Pregame interview is with Alberto Diaz (and a big thank you to hitting coach Francisco Morales for translating for us).
Pregame show begins at 7:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
Victor Estevez - LF
David Narodowski - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Pregame interview is with Alberto Diaz (and a big thank you to hitting coach Francisco Morales for translating for us).
Pregame show begins at 7:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.
Division Races
I'm testing this out to see if it will format correctly. If this works, I'll start putting daily updates of all the playoff races (including only the teams that still are mathematically alive).
As our test run, we'll start with the Eastern Division 1st Half Champions Race. Assuming this formats properly, I'll include graphics for the Champion and Wild Card race for both divisions tomorrow afternoon.
As our test run, we'll start with the Eastern Division 1st Half Champions Race. Assuming this formats properly, I'll include graphics for the Champion and Wild Card race for both divisions tomorrow afternoon.
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lake County | 39 | 20 | -- |
| Great Lakes | 37 | 22 | -2.0 |
| Lansing | 31 | 27 | -7.5 |
| Fort Wayne | 30 | 30 | -9.5 |
| South Bend | 29 | 30 | -10.0 |
From the Notes - June 10th
Some tidbits from today's media notes:
-A win tonight would put the Silver Hawks at the .500 mark for the first time since May 10th (when they were 16-16).
-The Silver Hawks have clinched a fourth straight series win (2-1 vs. LAN, PEO, BUR, currently 2-0 @ QC).
-Alberto Diaz now has a six game hitting streak, a personal high for 2010 (career long is 12 games in May-June of 2009).
-Matt Helm had four RBIs yesterday for the second time in the last four games.
-Errol Hollinger has hit in all six of his games since returning from the disabled list (.474, 9-19, 6 RBIs, 4 BBs).
-Reliever Diogenes Rosario has allowed just one unearned run in his last 18.0 innings pitched.
-A win tonight would put the Silver Hawks at the .500 mark for the first time since May 10th (when they were 16-16).
-The Silver Hawks have clinched a fourth straight series win (2-1 vs. LAN, PEO, BUR, currently 2-0 @ QC).
-Alberto Diaz now has a six game hitting streak, a personal high for 2010 (career long is 12 games in May-June of 2009).
-Matt Helm had four RBIs yesterday for the second time in the last four games.
-Errol Hollinger has hit in all six of his games since returning from the disabled list (.474, 9-19, 6 RBIs, 4 BBs).
-Reliever Diogenes Rosario has allowed just one unearned run in his last 18.0 innings pitched.
20 More Draft Picks
Below is the press release from the Arizona Diamondbacks about their final day of the MLB draft.
D-BACKS SELECT 20 PLAYERS ON FINAL DAY OF 2010 DRAFT
6 Local Products Among Players Selected
(PHOENIX) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that they selected an additional seven pitchers, seven infielders, four outfielders and two catchers in rounds 31-50 on the final day of Major League Baseball’s First-Year Player Draft. The D-backs completed the draft with 25 pitchers (20 right-handed and 5 left-handed), 14 infielders, eight outfielders and three catchers.
Of the 50 players the D-backs selected in the draft, 39 come from the college ranks.
"We are extremely excited about the quality of arms we were able to select throughout the draft,” said D-backs’ Director, Scouting Tom Allison. “We are also excited about the depth of athletic position players we were able to add. All of these young men were identified by our scouting staff as future Major Leaguers. We look forward to signing many of them and watching their careers develop. I would like to thank all of our scouts and the many others within the organization that worked so diligently to allow for us to select these 50 young men. I also would like to thank Josh Byrnes, Derrick Hall and ownership for their continued support of the scouting department."
Highlights from today’s selections include:
• Catcher Andrew Whittington (33rd round) broke the Gulf South Conference’s 12-year-old hit streak record after collecting a hit in 37 straight games this season with Southern Arkansas University. He was named a 2010 Division II third team All-American by Rawlings/American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA), Daktronics and National Collegiate Baseball Writer’s Association (NCBWA).
• Six players with Arizona ties were selected: right-handed pitcher Konner Wade (35th round) hails from Chaparral High School in Scottsdale; infielders Derek Casillas (40th round) and Jorge Flores (46th round) were selected from Hamilton High School in Chandler; right-handed pitcher Casey Upperman (47th round) was chosen from Yavapai College in Prescott; and right-handed pitcher Kenneth Sigman (48th round) and infielder Trey Ford (50th round) were selected from South Mountain Community College in Phoenix.
• Infielder Michael Weber (37th round) was named a Primetime Performer of the Week by CollegeBaseball360.com twice during the 2010 season with Washington State University.
• Right-handed pitcher Michael McGee (41st round) was named a 2010 Louisville Slugger NCAA Division I third team All-American and All-ACC first team selection for Florida State University. He was also named one of 30 semifinalists for the 2010 USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award and a semifinalist for the Dick Howser Trophy, which honors the nation’s top collegiate player, after posting a 4-0 record with 9 saves and a 0.41 ERA on the mound, while also leading the Florida State Seminoles with 14 home runs and 64 RBI.
• Outfielder Christopher Jarrett (42nd round) was named to the 2010 American Baseball Coaches Association All-American second team, as well as receiving the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Most Valuable Player and first team All-Mideast Region honors with Anderson University.
• Infielder Eric Groff (46th round) was named to the All Colonial States Athletic Conference first team for Keystone College.
This is Arizona’s 15th First-Year Player Draft since being awarded an expansion team from Major League Baseball in 1995.
D-BACKS SELECT 20 PLAYERS ON FINAL DAY OF 2010 DRAFT
6 Local Products Among Players Selected
(PHOENIX) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that they selected an additional seven pitchers, seven infielders, four outfielders and two catchers in rounds 31-50 on the final day of Major League Baseball’s First-Year Player Draft. The D-backs completed the draft with 25 pitchers (20 right-handed and 5 left-handed), 14 infielders, eight outfielders and three catchers.
Of the 50 players the D-backs selected in the draft, 39 come from the college ranks.
"We are extremely excited about the quality of arms we were able to select throughout the draft,” said D-backs’ Director, Scouting Tom Allison. “We are also excited about the depth of athletic position players we were able to add. All of these young men were identified by our scouting staff as future Major Leaguers. We look forward to signing many of them and watching their careers develop. I would like to thank all of our scouts and the many others within the organization that worked so diligently to allow for us to select these 50 young men. I also would like to thank Josh Byrnes, Derrick Hall and ownership for their continued support of the scouting department."
Highlights from today’s selections include:
• Catcher Andrew Whittington (33rd round) broke the Gulf South Conference’s 12-year-old hit streak record after collecting a hit in 37 straight games this season with Southern Arkansas University. He was named a 2010 Division II third team All-American by Rawlings/American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA), Daktronics and National Collegiate Baseball Writer’s Association (NCBWA).
• Six players with Arizona ties were selected: right-handed pitcher Konner Wade (35th round) hails from Chaparral High School in Scottsdale; infielders Derek Casillas (40th round) and Jorge Flores (46th round) were selected from Hamilton High School in Chandler; right-handed pitcher Casey Upperman (47th round) was chosen from Yavapai College in Prescott; and right-handed pitcher Kenneth Sigman (48th round) and infielder Trey Ford (50th round) were selected from South Mountain Community College in Phoenix.
• Infielder Michael Weber (37th round) was named a Primetime Performer of the Week by CollegeBaseball360.com twice during the 2010 season with Washington State University.
• Right-handed pitcher Michael McGee (41st round) was named a 2010 Louisville Slugger NCAA Division I third team All-American and All-ACC first team selection for Florida State University. He was also named one of 30 semifinalists for the 2010 USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award and a semifinalist for the Dick Howser Trophy, which honors the nation’s top collegiate player, after posting a 4-0 record with 9 saves and a 0.41 ERA on the mound, while also leading the Florida State Seminoles with 14 home runs and 64 RBI.
• Outfielder Christopher Jarrett (42nd round) was named to the 2010 American Baseball Coaches Association All-American second team, as well as receiving the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Most Valuable Player and first team All-Mideast Region honors with Anderson University.
• Infielder Eric Groff (46th round) was named to the All Colonial States Athletic Conference first team for Keystone College.
This is Arizona’s 15th First-Year Player Draft since being awarded an expansion team from Major League Baseball in 1995.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 9th
Exactly the same as last night from 1 through 9. Change the starting pitcher and we're all set.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Eric Smith - SP
The pregame interview is with Mark Haley to get his thoughts on the four Silver Hawks named as all-stars yesterday.
Pregame show begins at 7:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Eric Smith - SP
The pregame interview is with Mark Haley to get his thoughts on the four Silver Hawks named as all-stars yesterday.
Pregame show begins at 7:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.
Changes and Community Service
First, two changes to tell you about:
1) Chris Owings was given a hit in the top of the first inning, instead of what was initially ruled as an error on the third baseman. I speculated on the air that this would be changed, and it was.
2) Cardinals #1 prospect Shelby Miller is not pitching today for Quad Cities. Apparently his arm is tired and he's being skipped. Instead, lefty Dan Calhoun will start.
Now, on to a story in the South Bend Tribune about the Silver Hawks and their efforts with community service. This is a nice piece and lets you know some of what the players do off the field for the South Bend community: http://www.southbendtribune.com/article/20100608/SPORTS12/100609506/1001/Sports
1) Chris Owings was given a hit in the top of the first inning, instead of what was initially ruled as an error on the third baseman. I speculated on the air that this would be changed, and it was.
2) Cardinals #1 prospect Shelby Miller is not pitching today for Quad Cities. Apparently his arm is tired and he's being skipped. Instead, lefty Dan Calhoun will start.
Now, on to a story in the South Bend Tribune about the Silver Hawks and their efforts with community service. This is a nice piece and lets you know some of what the players do off the field for the South Bend community: http://www.southbendtribune.com/article/20100608/SPORTS12/100609506/1001/Sports
Former Silver Hawks with Visalia (High A)
Here's our weekly look at former Silver Hawks playing at different levels throughout the Arizona organization. This week we'll look at the Visalia Rawhide, High A affiliates of the Diamondbacks. Visalia is currently 29-30, 7.0 game back in the California League's Northern Division.
Position Players
C - Chris Davis - .222, 0 hr, 1 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
OF - Marc Krauss - .284, 6 HR, 29 RBI, .813 OPS - '09 Silver Hawk
OF - Alfredo Marte - .248, 2 HR, 22 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
C - Rossmel Perez - .282, 2 HR, 21 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
3B - Ryan Wheeler - .313, 3 HR, 29 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
Pitchers
SP - Chase Anderson - 2-2, 2.52 ERA in 4 starts - '10 Silver Hawk
RP - Christian Beltre - 1-1, 4.25 ERA in 14 appearances (1 start) - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Victor Capellan - 2-2, 4.88 ERA in 15 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Ryan Cook - 1-4, 5.95 ERA in 8 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Trevor Harden - 0-2, 8.00 ERA in 2 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - TJ Hose - 1-2, 6.41 ERA, 6 SV in 16 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - Justin Mace - 1-0, 4.15 ERA, SV in 16 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Wade Miley - 4-4, 3.16 ERA in 12 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - Brett Moorhouse - 1-0, 3.63 ERA in 15 appearances (2 starts) - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Taylor Sinclair - 3-2, 4.33 ERA in 11 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - Billy Spottiswood - 4-2, 2.05 ERA in 14 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Dan Taylor - 0-3, 9.68 ERA in 4 starts - '10 Silver Hawk
RP - Bryan Woodall - 3-2, 0.33 ERA in 21 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
Position Players
C - Chris Davis - .222, 0 hr, 1 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
OF - Marc Krauss - .284, 6 HR, 29 RBI, .813 OPS - '09 Silver Hawk
OF - Alfredo Marte - .248, 2 HR, 22 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
C - Rossmel Perez - .282, 2 HR, 21 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
3B - Ryan Wheeler - .313, 3 HR, 29 RBI - '09 Silver Hawk
Pitchers
SP - Chase Anderson - 2-2, 2.52 ERA in 4 starts - '10 Silver Hawk
RP - Christian Beltre - 1-1, 4.25 ERA in 14 appearances (1 start) - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Victor Capellan - 2-2, 4.88 ERA in 15 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Ryan Cook - 1-4, 5.95 ERA in 8 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Trevor Harden - 0-2, 8.00 ERA in 2 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - TJ Hose - 1-2, 6.41 ERA, 6 SV in 16 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - Justin Mace - 1-0, 4.15 ERA, SV in 16 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Wade Miley - 4-4, 3.16 ERA in 12 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - Brett Moorhouse - 1-0, 3.63 ERA in 15 appearances (2 starts) - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Taylor Sinclair - 3-2, 4.33 ERA in 11 starts - '09 Silver Hawk
RP - Billy Spottiswood - 4-2, 2.05 ERA in 14 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
SP - Dan Taylor - 0-3, 9.68 ERA in 4 starts - '10 Silver Hawk
RP - Bryan Woodall - 3-2, 0.33 ERA in 21 appearances - '09 Silver Hawk
More on the Draft Picks
(Another press release from the Diamondbacks about their day 2 draft picks.)
D-BACKS SELECT 29 PLAYERS IN SECOND DAY OF 2010 DRAFT
Arizona Selects 18 pitchers in First 30 Rounds
(PHOENIX) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that they selected an additional 17 pitchers in rounds 2-30 of Major League Baseball’s First-Year Player Draft today after drafting Texas A&M right-handed pitcher Barret Loux with the sixth overall pick yesterday. The D-backs also selected a catcher, four outfielders and seven infielders today.
Of the 30 players the D-backs have selected in the draft thus far, 24 have come from the college ranks.
“We felt this draft pool was very deep in pitching going into the spring, especially in the high school ranks,” said D-backs’ Director, Scouting Tom Allison. “We tried to identify the positive physical and mental attributes of Major League pitchers and we were fortunate to select many prospects that we feel met this criteria in the top few rounds. We look forward to watching them develop as baseball players and young men.”
Today’s selections of note include:
• Right-handed pitcher James (J.R.) Bradley (2nd round, 56 overall), who was named the 2010 West Virginia Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year and 2010 Kanawha Valley Player of the Year following his senior season at Nitro High School (W. Va.). He compiled a 12-0 record with a 0.67 ERA and 102 strikeouts over 63.0 innings on the mound, while posting a .500 batting average with 12 home runs, 15 doubles, 51 RBI and 49 runs scored.
• Right-handed pitcher Robby Rowland (3rd round, 88 overall), who is the son of former Major Leaguer Rich Rowland, tossed a perfect game on April 14 and earned Redwood Empire’s Overall Athlete of the Year.
• Right-handed pitcher Kevin Munson (4th round, 121 overall), who was named the 2010 All-Colonial Athletic Association Pitcher of the Year with James Madison University, as well as being named a Louisville Slugger Third-Team All-American.
• Left-handed pitcher Cody Wheeler (5th round, 151 overall) was named a Louisville Slugger Second-Team All-American at Coastal Carolina University after going 10-0 with a 4.05 ERA with 101 strikeouts in 15 starts this season. He played for the Team USA National Collegiate team last summer after earning Big South Pitcher of the Year honors that season.
• Right-handed pitcher Blake Perry (6th round, 181 overall) was named a Rawlings Honorable Mention and All-Florida Region Preseason All-American.
• Right-handed pitcher Jeffrey Shields (7th round, 211 overall) led the Alabama Community College Conference with 12 wins while his 1.60 ERA and 98 strikeouts were second during his final season at Chattahoochee Valley Community College.
• Right-handed pitcher Blake Cooper (12th round, 361 overall) earned Collegiate Baseball’s Third-Team All-American honors at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
• Left-handed pitcher Kevin Ziomek (13th round, 391 overall) earned the 2010 Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year honors at Amherst Regional High School.
• Right-handed pitcher Derek Eitel (17th round, 511 overall) was a dual-sport star at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology where he set several school records as the starting quarterback.
• Infielder Raoul Torrez (21st round, 631 overall) was selected from Arizona State University.
• Infielder Nicholas Gallego (27th round, 811 overall), son of former Major Leaguer Mike Gallego, was chosen from UCLA.
• Right-handed pitcher Jake Floethe (29th round, 871 overall) out of Cal-State Fullerton is the son of Chris Floethe, who played in the Oakland Athletics’ system from 1968-74, and cousin of Taylor Twellman, who plays soccer for MLS’ New England Revolution.
This is Arizona’s 15th First-Year Player Draft since being awarded an expansion team from Major League Baseball in 1995.
The draft concludes tomorrow with rounds 31-50.
D-BACKS SELECT 29 PLAYERS IN SECOND DAY OF 2010 DRAFT
Arizona Selects 18 pitchers in First 30 Rounds
(PHOENIX) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that they selected an additional 17 pitchers in rounds 2-30 of Major League Baseball’s First-Year Player Draft today after drafting Texas A&M right-handed pitcher Barret Loux with the sixth overall pick yesterday. The D-backs also selected a catcher, four outfielders and seven infielders today.
Of the 30 players the D-backs have selected in the draft thus far, 24 have come from the college ranks.
“We felt this draft pool was very deep in pitching going into the spring, especially in the high school ranks,” said D-backs’ Director, Scouting Tom Allison. “We tried to identify the positive physical and mental attributes of Major League pitchers and we were fortunate to select many prospects that we feel met this criteria in the top few rounds. We look forward to watching them develop as baseball players and young men.”
Today’s selections of note include:
• Right-handed pitcher James (J.R.) Bradley (2nd round, 56 overall), who was named the 2010 West Virginia Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year and 2010 Kanawha Valley Player of the Year following his senior season at Nitro High School (W. Va.). He compiled a 12-0 record with a 0.67 ERA and 102 strikeouts over 63.0 innings on the mound, while posting a .500 batting average with 12 home runs, 15 doubles, 51 RBI and 49 runs scored.
• Right-handed pitcher Robby Rowland (3rd round, 88 overall), who is the son of former Major Leaguer Rich Rowland, tossed a perfect game on April 14 and earned Redwood Empire’s Overall Athlete of the Year.
• Right-handed pitcher Kevin Munson (4th round, 121 overall), who was named the 2010 All-Colonial Athletic Association Pitcher of the Year with James Madison University, as well as being named a Louisville Slugger Third-Team All-American.
• Left-handed pitcher Cody Wheeler (5th round, 151 overall) was named a Louisville Slugger Second-Team All-American at Coastal Carolina University after going 10-0 with a 4.05 ERA with 101 strikeouts in 15 starts this season. He played for the Team USA National Collegiate team last summer after earning Big South Pitcher of the Year honors that season.
• Right-handed pitcher Blake Perry (6th round, 181 overall) was named a Rawlings Honorable Mention and All-Florida Region Preseason All-American.
• Right-handed pitcher Jeffrey Shields (7th round, 211 overall) led the Alabama Community College Conference with 12 wins while his 1.60 ERA and 98 strikeouts were second during his final season at Chattahoochee Valley Community College.
• Right-handed pitcher Blake Cooper (12th round, 361 overall) earned Collegiate Baseball’s Third-Team All-American honors at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
• Left-handed pitcher Kevin Ziomek (13th round, 391 overall) earned the 2010 Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year honors at Amherst Regional High School.
• Right-handed pitcher Derek Eitel (17th round, 511 overall) was a dual-sport star at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology where he set several school records as the starting quarterback.
• Infielder Raoul Torrez (21st round, 631 overall) was selected from Arizona State University.
• Infielder Nicholas Gallego (27th round, 811 overall), son of former Major Leaguer Mike Gallego, was chosen from UCLA.
• Right-handed pitcher Jake Floethe (29th round, 871 overall) out of Cal-State Fullerton is the son of Chris Floethe, who played in the Oakland Athletics’ system from 1968-74, and cousin of Taylor Twellman, who plays soccer for MLS’ New England Revolution.
This is Arizona’s 15th First-Year Player Draft since being awarded an expansion team from Major League Baseball in 1995.
The draft concludes tomorrow with rounds 31-50.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 8th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Charles Brewer - SP
No pregame interview tonight. Instead, we'll go over the All-Star game rosters that were announced earlier today.
Pregame coverage begins at 7:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 8:00 PM.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Charles Brewer - SP
No pregame interview tonight. Instead, we'll go over the All-Star game rosters that were announced earlier today.
Pregame coverage begins at 7:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 8:00 PM.
Photos from Quad Cities
If you go to this link, it will take you to pictures I took last year of Modern Woodmen Park. Nothing really has changed at the ballpark, and since I'm a little short on time today, I hope this suffices.
Lineups coming soon.
Lineups coming soon.
Four Silver Hawks Named All-Stars
Congratulations to Matt Davidson, Chris Owings, Charles Brewer, and Eric Smith for being named Midwest League All-Stars today.
Certainly well-deserved for all of them, and hopefully they'll get a chance to showcase their skills with a big day on June 22nd in Fort Wayne.
The full story can be found on www.silverhawks.com.
Full rosters for the East and West will be linked when I see them posted somewhere.
Certainly well-deserved for all of them, and hopefully they'll get a chance to showcase their skills with a big day on June 22nd in Fort Wayne.
The full story can be found on www.silverhawks.com.
Full rosters for the East and West will be linked when I see them posted somewhere.
Monday, June 7, 2010
More on Loux
Here is the text of the press release the Diamondbacks sent out about their selection:
(PHOENIX) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced today they have selected Barret Loux with the sixth overall selection in Major League Baseball’s First-Year Player Draft.
Loux, a 6-5, 225-pound right-handed pitcher, was named a Louisville Slugger NCAA Division I Third-Team All-American, First-Team All-Big 12 and is a semifinalist for the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award for his season at Texas A&M University. The junior is 11-2 with a complete game and a 2.60 ERA (30 earned) over 104.0 innings pitched in 16 starts this season. He has limited opponents to a .197 average with 33 walks and 136 strikeouts. Loux also led the Big 12 with 126 strikeouts.
In 44 career starts over three seasons, Loux is 20-7 with a 3.49 ERA, allowing 116 runs (94 earned) in 242.1 innings and a .214 opponents average with 89 walks and 279 strikeouts. As a sophomore, he was named Second-Team Academic All-Big 12. As a freshman, he was named Honorable Mention All-Big 12 and Second-Team Freshman All-America by Rivals.com.
“We’ve scouted Barret since high school and have seen him grow as a pitcher and as a person at Texas A&M, where he was the team’s Friday night starting pitcher this season,” said D-backs’ Director, Scouting Tom Allison. “He had a successful season this year and is now in the midst of leading his team in a must-win game against the University of Miami tonight to advance to the NCAA Super Regional against Florida this weekend. We believe Barret has all of the physical and mental ingredients to be a starting pitcher in the Major Leagues and look forward to him joining the D-backs soon.”
The 21-year-old was originally drafted in 2007 out of Stratford (Texas) High School in the 24th round by the Detroit Tigers.
Texas A&M is playing University of Miami in the Coral Gables Regional elimination game tonight with the winner advancing to the Super Regional to face the University of Florida.
Loux is the 15th first-round selection for the D-backs and is the ninth player taken from the college ranks. The D-backs had two first-round selections in 2003 and 2009.
The draft will continue tomorrow with rounds 2-30 and Wednesday with rounds 31-50.
(PHOENIX) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced today they have selected Barret Loux with the sixth overall selection in Major League Baseball’s First-Year Player Draft.
Loux, a 6-5, 225-pound right-handed pitcher, was named a Louisville Slugger NCAA Division I Third-Team All-American, First-Team All-Big 12 and is a semifinalist for the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award for his season at Texas A&M University. The junior is 11-2 with a complete game and a 2.60 ERA (30 earned) over 104.0 innings pitched in 16 starts this season. He has limited opponents to a .197 average with 33 walks and 136 strikeouts. Loux also led the Big 12 with 126 strikeouts.
In 44 career starts over three seasons, Loux is 20-7 with a 3.49 ERA, allowing 116 runs (94 earned) in 242.1 innings and a .214 opponents average with 89 walks and 279 strikeouts. As a sophomore, he was named Second-Team Academic All-Big 12. As a freshman, he was named Honorable Mention All-Big 12 and Second-Team Freshman All-America by Rivals.com.
“We’ve scouted Barret since high school and have seen him grow as a pitcher and as a person at Texas A&M, where he was the team’s Friday night starting pitcher this season,” said D-backs’ Director, Scouting Tom Allison. “He had a successful season this year and is now in the midst of leading his team in a must-win game against the University of Miami tonight to advance to the NCAA Super Regional against Florida this weekend. We believe Barret has all of the physical and mental ingredients to be a starting pitcher in the Major Leagues and look forward to him joining the D-backs soon.”
The 21-year-old was originally drafted in 2007 out of Stratford (Texas) High School in the 24th round by the Detroit Tigers.
Texas A&M is playing University of Miami in the Coral Gables Regional elimination game tonight with the winner advancing to the Super Regional to face the University of Florida.
Loux is the 15th first-round selection for the D-backs and is the ninth player taken from the college ranks. The D-backs had two first-round selections in 2003 and 2009.
The draft will continue tomorrow with rounds 2-30 and Wednesday with rounds 31-50.
D'Backs Make 1st Round Selection
Sorry for the lack of posts today, but an off day is an off day afterall.
Anyhow, the Diamondbacks just made their first round selection in the draft. They took RHP Barret Loux from Texas A&M. Looks like he is 6'5", 220 pounds.
Here's a link to his player bio page at Texas A&M's website.
Here's some other profile piece on him. It seems that some people had him going late first round or not in the first round at all. Interesting.
Finally, here's the mlb.com video on Loux.
Anyhow, the Diamondbacks just made their first round selection in the draft. They took RHP Barret Loux from Texas A&M. Looks like he is 6'5", 220 pounds.
Here's a link to his player bio page at Texas A&M's website.
Here's some other profile piece on him. It seems that some people had him going late first round or not in the first round at all. Interesting.
Finally, here's the mlb.com video on Loux.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Today's Lineup - June 6th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Errol Hollinger - C
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - 1B
David Narodoswki - 2B
LHP Mike Belfiore - SP
No pregame interview today. Instead, we'll do our Sunday look at the standings, getting in depth in the playoff races with only two weeks remaining in the first half.
Pregame coverage is at 1:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 2:00 PM.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Alberto Diaz - RF
Errol Hollinger - C
Matt Helm - LF
Andrew Fie - 1B
David Narodoswki - 2B
LHP Mike Belfiore - SP
No pregame interview today. Instead, we'll do our Sunday look at the standings, getting in depth in the playoff races with only two weeks remaining in the first half.
Pregame coverage is at 1:40 PM Eastern Time. First pitch is at 2:00 PM.
Willis Has Solid Debut
The Dontrelle Willis experiment got off to a good start last night as the lefty picked up a win while throwing six shut out innings in Arizona's 4-3 victory over the Rockies. Willis, who showed his hitting prowess with the Marlins, also singled and scored a run. Quotes from Willis and manager A.J. Hinch as well as video highlights can be found here.
After losing 10 in a row, the Diamondbacks have won two consecutive contests against the Rockies. They go for the sweep today, but it will be a tough task as Colorado will throw Ubaldo Jimenez.
After losing 10 in a row, the Diamondbacks have won two consecutive contests against the Rockies. They go for the sweep today, but it will be a tough task as Colorado will throw Ubaldo Jimenez.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 5th
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Brad Gemberling - SP
My pregame interview today is with Bees' Broadcaster Nick Devlin, giving us a scouting report of the Western Division.
Pregame show begins at 5:10 PM. First pitch is at 5:30 PM.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Brad Gemberling - SP
My pregame interview today is with Bees' Broadcaster Nick Devlin, giving us a scouting report of the Western Division.
Pregame show begins at 5:10 PM. First pitch is at 5:30 PM.
Today's Roster Moves
Four of them for you today....
RHP Adam Worthington joins team from extended spring training.
INF Victor Estevez rejoins the team from high-A Visalia.
C Jae Yun Kim sent back to extended spring training.
LHP Keny Sosa released from Diamondbacks organization.
Full story is here.
Owen's analysis (which means absolutely nothing):
Worthington is a strong reliever who had great numbers with Missoula, he'll be a welcome addition to the bullpen and hopefully can be a strong 7th or 8th inning type.
Sosa was getting too old to be at this level, and unfortunately just wasn't performing up to the level the Diamondbacks wanted. He is free to sign with any other team, and we wish him the best of luck.
Kim was just here to fill in while Hollinger was hurt. Three catchers are rarely needed, and with Van Winkle and Hollinger hitting as well as they have been, Kim wasn't going to get the playing time he needs to develop. He'll end up with Missoula or Yakima, and likely will be back with South Bend next year (if not sooner).
Finally, Estevez is a solid utility player who can play anywhere on the diamond, which is why he went up to Visalia in the first place. He certainly won't play every day, but he's good to have if somebody else needs a day off. You'd like to see his average go up from the .200 mark he's been around all season (at both South Bend and Visalia).
RHP Adam Worthington joins team from extended spring training.
INF Victor Estevez rejoins the team from high-A Visalia.
C Jae Yun Kim sent back to extended spring training.
LHP Keny Sosa released from Diamondbacks organization.
Full story is here.
Owen's analysis (which means absolutely nothing):
Worthington is a strong reliever who had great numbers with Missoula, he'll be a welcome addition to the bullpen and hopefully can be a strong 7th or 8th inning type.
Sosa was getting too old to be at this level, and unfortunately just wasn't performing up to the level the Diamondbacks wanted. He is free to sign with any other team, and we wish him the best of luck.
Kim was just here to fill in while Hollinger was hurt. Three catchers are rarely needed, and with Van Winkle and Hollinger hitting as well as they have been, Kim wasn't going to get the playing time he needs to develop. He'll end up with Missoula or Yakima, and likely will be back with South Bend next year (if not sooner).
Finally, Estevez is a solid utility player who can play anywhere on the diamond, which is why he went up to Visalia in the first place. He certainly won't play every day, but he's good to have if somebody else needs a day off. You'd like to see his average go up from the .200 mark he's been around all season (at both South Bend and Visalia).
Featured Silver Hawk - Brian Budrow
This week's Featured Silver Hawk is relief pitcher Brian Budrow. The Arizona native talks about his college career, which started as part of two national championship teams at Oregon State and ended in the NCAA Tournament with Utah, as well as his love for the outdoors. You can read the article here.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 4th
David Nick - 2B
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Alberto Diaz - CF
Errol Hollinger - C
Matt Helm - LF
David Narodowski - RF
Andrew Fie - 1B
Scottie Allen - SP
Pregame interview is with manager Mark Haley. First pitch at 7:00 PM. Pregame coverage at 6:40 PM.
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Alberto Diaz - CF
Errol Hollinger - C
Matt Helm - LF
David Narodowski - RF
Andrew Fie - 1B
Scottie Allen - SP
Pregame interview is with manager Mark Haley. First pitch at 7:00 PM. Pregame coverage at 6:40 PM.
New Diamondbacks Spring Training Facility Named
Some of you may be aware, but the Diamondbacks and Rockies are constructing a new spring training site in Scottsdale that they'll move in to next year. The name of the facility was announced today as "Salt River Fields At Talking Stick". The name embraces the location of the field, which is in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. More information about the new complex can be read here.
Salt River Fields will replace the former spring training home of Arizona, Tucson Electric Park, where the Diamondbacks had trained since the team's inception. The new facility will feature 12 practice fields that many current and former Silver Hawks will inhabit next March.
Salt River Fields will replace the former spring training home of Arizona, Tucson Electric Park, where the Diamondbacks had trained since the team's inception. The new facility will feature 12 practice fields that many current and former Silver Hawks will inhabit next March.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 3rd
A couple of changes at the bottom of the order tonight.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - LF
Eric Smith - SP
My pregame interview is with Brad Gemberling tonight, talking about his Princeton days and the adjustments he's had to make bouncing around to a few different teams this season.
First pitch is at 7:00 PM. Pregame show begins at 6:40 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - LF
Eric Smith - SP
My pregame interview is with Brad Gemberling tonight, talking about his Princeton days and the adjustments he's had to make bouncing around to a few different teams this season.
First pitch is at 7:00 PM. Pregame show begins at 6:40 PM.
Poll Results - Western Division
The overwhelming majority of voters feel that the MWL made a big mistake in restructuring the schedule and that every team should visit the other 15 cities in the league at least one time. I'm not shocked at all by those results, because I feel the exact same way (even if it means more time on a bus).
A new question is up on the right side of the page asking your thoughts on the finish to the first half: Is it important for the confidence of a young team to get to the .500 mark in the first half?
A new question is up on the right side of the page asking your thoughts on the finish to the first half: Is it important for the confidence of a young team to get to the .500 mark in the first half?
Who's Your Favorite Super Hero?
Tonight is Super Hero Night at Coveleski Stadium! Fans that dress up will receive a $2 discount off of bleacher tickets. To go along with this, we asked some Silver Hawk players who their favorite super hero is and why.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - June 2nd
Same as last night...different pitcher.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Charles Brewer - SP
Pregame interview tonight is with Andrew Fie. Pregame coverage at 6:40 PM. First pitch at 7:00 PM.
Also, a Silver Hawks win would give Mark Haley is 400th victory as manager of the Silver Hawks.
Keon Broxton - CF
Chris Owings - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
David Nick - 2B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Matt Helm - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Andrew Fie - 1B
Charles Brewer - SP
Pregame interview tonight is with Andrew Fie. Pregame coverage at 6:40 PM. First pitch at 7:00 PM.
Also, a Silver Hawks win would give Mark Haley is 400th victory as manager of the Silver Hawks.
Former Silver Hawks with Mobile (AA)
Here's our weekly look at former Silver Hawks playing at different levels throughout the Arizona organization. This week we'll look at the Mobile BayBears, AA affiliates of the Diamondbacks. Mobile is currently 25-25, 6.5 games back in the Southern League's Southern Division.
Position Players
1B - Bryan Byrne - .274, 3 HR, 22 RBI - '06 Silver Hawk
OF - Collin Cowgill - .270, 4 HR, 30 RBI, 13/19 SB - '08 Silver Hawk
INF - Jake Elmore - .297, 0 HR, 16 RBI, 1-0, 0.00 ERA in 1 relief appearance - '09 Silver Hawk
OF - Evan Frey - .278, 0 HR, 17 RBI, 11/16 SB - '08 Silver Hawk
INF - Taylor Harbin - .283, 2 HR, 19 RBI - '07 and '08 Silver Hawk
OF - Ollie Linton - .336, 0 HR, 11 RBI, .421 OBP - '08 Silver Hawk
C - Konrad Schmidt - .306, 4 HR, 20 RBI, .830 OPS - '08 Silver Hawk
Pitchers
SP - Josh Collmenter - 2-0, 0.00, CG SHO in 2 starts - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Jeff Dietz - 0-2, 5.31 ERA in 13 appearances - '08 Silver Hawk
SP - Barry Enright - 3-1, 3.07 ERA, CG in 9 starts - '07 Silver Hawk
RP - Bryan Henry - 3-2, 2.96 ERA in 14 appearances (1 start) - '08 Silver Hawk
SP - Tom Layne - 6-2, 3.15, 2 CG, SHO in 10 starts - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Reid Mahon - 0-2, 3.12 ERA in 14 appearances
SP - Pat McAnaney - 1-4, 5.22 ERA in 8 starts - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Kyler Newby - 1-1, 4.78 ERA in 13 appearances (1 start) - '06 Silver Hawk
RP - Leyson Septimo - 1-1, 4.67 ERA in 15 appearances - '06 Silver Hawk OF
SP - Bryan Shaw - 1-5, 5.68 ERA in 10 starts - '08 Silver Hawks
Those are all the former Silver Hawks currently playing for Mobile in AA. Next week we'll take a look at High-A Visalia, which will feature a lot of members from last year's team.
Position Players
1B - Bryan Byrne - .274, 3 HR, 22 RBI - '06 Silver Hawk
OF - Collin Cowgill - .270, 4 HR, 30 RBI, 13/19 SB - '08 Silver Hawk
INF - Jake Elmore - .297, 0 HR, 16 RBI, 1-0, 0.00 ERA in 1 relief appearance - '09 Silver Hawk
OF - Evan Frey - .278, 0 HR, 17 RBI, 11/16 SB - '08 Silver Hawk
INF - Taylor Harbin - .283, 2 HR, 19 RBI - '07 and '08 Silver Hawk
OF - Ollie Linton - .336, 0 HR, 11 RBI, .421 OBP - '08 Silver Hawk
C - Konrad Schmidt - .306, 4 HR, 20 RBI, .830 OPS - '08 Silver Hawk
Pitchers
SP - Josh Collmenter - 2-0, 0.00, CG SHO in 2 starts - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Jeff Dietz - 0-2, 5.31 ERA in 13 appearances - '08 Silver Hawk
SP - Barry Enright - 3-1, 3.07 ERA, CG in 9 starts - '07 Silver Hawk
RP - Bryan Henry - 3-2, 2.96 ERA in 14 appearances (1 start) - '08 Silver Hawk
SP - Tom Layne - 6-2, 3.15, 2 CG, SHO in 10 starts - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Reid Mahon - 0-2, 3.12 ERA in 14 appearances
SP - Pat McAnaney - 1-4, 5.22 ERA in 8 starts - '08 Silver Hawk
RP - Kyler Newby - 1-1, 4.78 ERA in 13 appearances (1 start) - '06 Silver Hawk
RP - Leyson Septimo - 1-1, 4.67 ERA in 15 appearances - '06 Silver Hawk OF
SP - Bryan Shaw - 1-5, 5.68 ERA in 10 starts - '08 Silver Hawks
Those are all the former Silver Hawks currently playing for Mobile in AA. Next week we'll take a look at High-A Visalia, which will feature a lot of members from last year's team.
Baseball This Week
Tim from Baseball This Week was at Coveleski Stadium a few days ago, filming some interviews with the Silver Hawks and Lugnuts. You can watch the latest video at http://www.baseballthisweek.com/. If the video on the main part of the page doesn't load for you, you might have to click "install add on" from the yellow bar at the top of the page.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Girls Night Out -- Tomorrow Night
I'm sure my blog readers are predominantly male, but for all the ladies that read this, don't forget that Girls Night Out presented by Fun Tan and U93 is tomorrow night. There is a lot going on, including a fashion show, a giveaway bag, and chances to win some prizes.
Check out this link for more information.
Check out this link for more information.
From the Notes - June 1st
Welcome to June everybody! It's about time.
Anyhow, here are some interesting facts from today's media notes:
-Mark Haley entered 2010 with 456 career victories (442 regular season, 14 postseason wins) and 375 wins for the Silver Hawks. As of today, Mark needs 21 wins to reach 500 in his career, and two wins to reach 400 with South Bend
-The three home runs allowed Sunday were the most allowed by the Silver Hawks in a single game this season.
-South Bend went 13-16 in May after going 10-12 in April.
-Matt Davidson had his first day off Sunday after playing in the first 50 games this season.
Anyhow, here are some interesting facts from today's media notes:
-Mark Haley entered 2010 with 456 career victories (442 regular season, 14 postseason wins) and 375 wins for the Silver Hawks. As of today, Mark needs 21 wins to reach 500 in his career, and two wins to reach 400 with South Bend
-The three home runs allowed Sunday were the most allowed by the Silver Hawks in a single game this season.
-South Bend went 13-16 in May after going 10-12 in April.
-Matt Davidson had his first day off Sunday after playing in the first 50 games this season.
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