Something that we haven't done yet this year when checking in with former Silver Hawks is take a look at some that are playing in different minor league systems.
Position Players
SS - Pedro Ciriaco* - .219, 0 HR, RBI in AAA Indianapolis (Pittsburgh)
2006 Silver Hawk
C - Orlando Mercado** - .333, HR, 3 RBI in AAA Gwinnett (Atlanta)
2006 Silver Hawk
SS - Reynaldo Navarro - .239, 4 HR, 26 RBI in A+ Wilmington (KC)
2009 Silver Hawk
3B - Justin Parker - .242, 0 HR, 12 RBI in Arizona League (Milwaukee)
2009 Silver Hawk
OF - Danny Perales - .290, 2 HR, 12 RBI in AAA Las Vegas (Toronto)
2007 Silver Hawk
1B - Ryne White - .200, 0 HR, 2 RBI in A- Williamsport (Philly)
2008 Silver Hawk
* - Recently traded from Arizona's system to Pittsburgh
** - Recently promoted to Triple-A from Double-A Mississippi
Pitchers
RP - Chad Beck - 2-5, 3.99 ERA in A+ Dunedin (Toronto)
2007 + 2008 Silver Hawk
SP - Dallas Buck - 3-4, 6.41 ERA in AA Carolina (Cincinnati)
2008 Silver Hawk
RP - Daniel Schlereth - 1-3, 2.45 ERA in AAA Toledo (Detroit)
2008 Silver Hawk
RP - Evan Scribner - 4-5, 2.63 ERA in AA San Antonio (San Diego)
2007 + 2008 Silver Hawk
RP - Houston Summers - 1-1, 4.88 ERA in A- Batavia (St. Louis)
2009 Silver Hawk
If there's anybody we missed or you have any insight to add, feel free to comment and let us know as always.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Playoff Race - 25 to Play
With 25 games to play in the second half, here are how the playoff races shape up (only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category). We'll do this once or twice a week for the next 2-3 weeks, and then start updating it every day as we get to the stretch run.
NOTE: The following teams are not included because they've already clinched playoff spots and don't factor into the second half races.
Lake County - 1st Half Champion in East
Great Lakes - 1st Half Wild Card in East
Cedar Rapids - 1st Half Champion in West
Quad Cities - 1st Half Wild Card in West
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Fort Wayne omitted since they are leading the division race)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Kane County omitted since they are leading the division race)
NOTE: The following teams are not included because they've already clinched playoff spots and don't factor into the second half races.
Lake County - 1st Half Champion in East
Great Lakes - 1st Half Wild Card in East
Cedar Rapids - 1st Half Champion in West
Quad Cities - 1st Half Wild Card in West
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Fort Wayne | 28 | 17 | -- |
| Lansing | 22 | 23 | -6.0 |
| West Michigan | 21 | 24 | -7.0 |
| Bowling Green | 20 | 25 | -8.0 |
| South Bend | 18 | 26 | -9.5 |
| Dayton | 10 | 34 | -17.5 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Fort Wayne omitted since they are leading the division race)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lansing | 22 | 23 | -- |
| West Michigan | 21 | 24 | -1.0 |
| Bowling Green | 20 | 25 | -2.0 |
| South Bend | 18 | 26 | -3.5 |
| Dayton | 10 | 34 | -11.5 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Kane County | 27 | 17 | -- |
| Clinton | 24 | 20 | -3.0 |
| Beloit | 22 | 21 | -4.5 |
| Peoria | 20 | 23 | -6.5 |
| Wisconsin | 20 | 25 | -7.5 |
| Burlington | 15 | 27 | -11.0 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Kane County omitted since they are leading the division race)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Clinton | 24 | 20 | -- |
| Beloit | 22 | 21 | -1.5 |
| Peoria | 20 | 23 | -3.5 |
| Wisconsin | 20 | 25 | -4.5 |
| Burlington | 15 | 27 | -8.0 |
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
From the Notes - August 11th
TEAM NOTES:
• With 26 games remaining in the second half, the Silver Hawks are currently 3.5 games out of a playoff spot.
• All 26 games left will be against Eastern Division opponents, with 19 of the 26 against other playoff hopefuls.
• The Hawks have not won a series since taking two of three @ Fort Wayne July 10th-12th. They have lost seven straight games that could have clinched a series victory.
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INDIVIDUAL NOTES:
• David Nick had another hit yesterday, pushing his streak to nine straight games – tying his season high.
• Kevin Munson has thrown 10.1 scoreless innings as a professional over eight appearances, allowing only two hits.
• Matt Davidson continues to lead the Midwest League with 74 RBIs this season.
• With 26 games remaining in the second half, the Silver Hawks are currently 3.5 games out of a playoff spot.
• All 26 games left will be against Eastern Division opponents, with 19 of the 26 against other playoff hopefuls.
• The Hawks have not won a series since taking two of three @ Fort Wayne July 10th-12th. They have lost seven straight games that could have clinched a series victory.
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INDIVIDUAL NOTES:
• David Nick had another hit yesterday, pushing his streak to nine straight games – tying his season high.
• Kevin Munson has thrown 10.1 scoreless innings as a professional over eight appearances, allowing only two hits.
• Matt Davidson continues to lead the Midwest League with 74 RBIs this season.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 10th
Need a win tonight to win this series.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Ender Inciarte - RF
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Pregame interview will be with Lake County broadcaster Brian Lariche.
Pregame show starts at 6:40 PM. First pitch is at 7:00 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Ender Inciarte - RF
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Pregame interview will be with Lake County broadcaster Brian Lariche.
Pregame show starts at 6:40 PM. First pitch is at 7:00 PM.
Vote for Haley!
Have you ever wanted to see South Bend manager Mark Haley in a kilt? Me either.
However, it's for a good cause, as Mark donned the man-skirt for a Ronald McDonald Family Room promotion.
If you go to this link, you can vote for our manager. Every vote requires a financial donation, but even if you can't donate, it's still fun to check out the men in their kilts on the website.
However, it's for a good cause, as Mark donned the man-skirt for a Ronald McDonald Family Room promotion.
If you go to this link, you can vote for our manager. Every vote requires a financial donation, but even if you can't donate, it's still fun to check out the men in their kilts on the website.
South Bend Tribune Matt Davidson Feature
Curt Rallo of the South Bend Tribune wrote a feature article on Matt Davidson that appeared in today's paper. The article focuses on Matt's approach at the plate and how it has resulted in him leading the Midwest League in RBIs.
Additionally, here is the link to Rallo's recap of last night's 11-2 defeat.
Additionally, here is the link to Rallo's recap of last night's 11-2 defeat.
Baseball America Prospects Chat Weighs In
I noticed this in the latest edition of Baseball America's Prospect Chat:
Kevin (Phoenix): Thoughts on which one of Bochering or Davidson sticks at the hot corner? Body wise, it appears that Davidson is more athletic. Which bat do you prefer?
Ben Badler: They're both going to have to put in a lot of work to stick at the position, and sitting on the bench while their team is in the field half the time really isn't an ideal situation. It sounds like Davidson might have a small edge there, though. Not a flashy defender, but he has the arm for the position, he can make the routine plays and he shows some aptitude for charging the slow roller.
You can read the whole article here.
Kevin (Phoenix): Thoughts on which one of Bochering or Davidson sticks at the hot corner? Body wise, it appears that Davidson is more athletic. Which bat do you prefer?
Ben Badler: They're both going to have to put in a lot of work to stick at the position, and sitting on the bench while their team is in the field half the time really isn't an ideal situation. It sounds like Davidson might have a small edge there, though. Not a flashy defender, but he has the arm for the position, he can make the routine plays and he shows some aptitude for charging the slow roller.
You can read the whole article here.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 9th
Better late than never....
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - LF
Andrew Fie - RF
Victor Estevez - SS
Adam Worthington - SP
Pregame interview with Mark Haley.
Pregame show is on the air. First pitch is at 7:00 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
David Narodowski - LF
Andrew Fie - RF
Victor Estevez - SS
Adam Worthington - SP
Pregame interview with Mark Haley.
Pregame show is on the air. First pitch is at 7:00 PM.
Fallen Heroes Night Footage
Saturday, August 7 was Fallen Heroes Night at Coveleski Stadium. About 40 police, fire, and EMS vehicles paraded around the field before the game. Additionally, catcher Errol Hollinger was awarded the Corporal Paul Deguch Community Award for the volunteering he's done in the South Bend community.
Below is some footage of the event and a brief interview with Hollinger.
Below is some footage of the event and a brief interview with Hollinger.
Playoff Race - 28 to play
With 28 games to play in the second half, here are how the playoff races shape up (only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category). We'll do this once or twice a week for the next 2-3 weeks, and then start updating it every day as we get to the stretch run.
NOTE: The following teams are not included because they've already clinched playoff spots and don't factor into the second half races.
Lake County - 1st Half Champion in East
Great Lakes - 1st Half Wild Card in East
Cedar Rapids - 1st Half Champion in West
Quad Cities - 1st Half Wild Card in West
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Fort Wayne omitted since they are leading the division race)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Kane County omitted since they are leading the division race)
NOTE: The following teams are not included because they've already clinched playoff spots and don't factor into the second half races.
Lake County - 1st Half Champion in East
Great Lakes - 1st Half Wild Card in East
Cedar Rapids - 1st Half Champion in West
Quad Cities - 1st Half Wild Card in West
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Fort Wayne | 26 | 16 | -- |
| Lansing | 20 | 22 | -6.0 |
| Bowling Green | 19 | 23 | -7.0 |
| West Michigan | 18 | 24 | -8.0 |
| South Bend | 17 | 24 | -8.5 |
| Dayton | 10 | 31 | -15.5 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Fort Wayne omitted since they are leading the division race)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lansing | 20 | 22 | -- |
| Bowling Green | 19 | 23 | -1.0 |
| West Michigan | 18 | 24 | -2.0 |
| South Bend | 17 | 24 | -2.5 |
| Dayton | 10 | 31 | -9.5 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Kane County | 25 | 17 | -- |
| Clinton | 23 | 18 | -1.5 |
| Beloit | 21 | 19 | -3.0 |
| Peoria | 20 | 20 | -4.0 |
| Wisconsin | 18 | 24 | -7.0 |
| Burlington | 15 | 25 | -9.0 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Kane County omitted since they are leading the division race)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Clinton | 23 | 18 | -- |
| Beloit | 21 | 19 | -1.5 |
| Peoria | 20 | 20 | -2.5 |
| Wisconsin | 18 | 24 | -5.5 |
| Burlington | 15 | 25 | -7.5 |
Hawks Get All-Star Pitcher
The Silver Hawks today added LHP Tyler Skaggs to their active roster. He was the player to be named later in the Dan Haren trade with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Skaggs was an all-star with the Cedar Rapids Kernels, going 8-4 thus far this season.
However, the trade happened two weeks ago, and Skaggs had to wait to officially be traded because you can't trade a player within a year of him first signing after the draft. Therefore, he hasn't appeared in a game for over two weeks, and has just been running and doing long toss to stay active. He's probably quite a few days, if not a week or two, away from actually appearing in a game with the Silver Hawks.
Full story can be found on http://www.silverhawks.com/.
However, the trade happened two weeks ago, and Skaggs had to wait to officially be traded because you can't trade a player within a year of him first signing after the draft. Therefore, he hasn't appeared in a game for over two weeks, and has just been running and doing long toss to stay active. He's probably quite a few days, if not a week or two, away from actually appearing in a game with the Silver Hawks.
Full story can be found on http://www.silverhawks.com/.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Today's Lineup - August 8th
I've been slacking on the blog this weekend. My apologies.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - SS
Andrew Fie - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Ender Inciarte - RF
Scottie Allen - SP
In today's pregame show, we'll update you on some 2010 Silver Hawks that are playing elsewhere in the Diamondbacks farm system.
Pregame show begins at 1:40 PM. First pitch is at 2:00 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - SS
Andrew Fie - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Ender Inciarte - RF
Scottie Allen - SP
In today's pregame show, we'll update you on some 2010 Silver Hawks that are playing elsewhere in the Diamondbacks farm system.
Pregame show begins at 1:40 PM. First pitch is at 2:00 PM.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Tarp Pull Video from July 23
We often talk on the air about how in Minor League Baseball, everybody does everything. Tarp pulling is one example, as there are no twenty person grounds crews like the Major League teams have. It's up to the staff and interns to get it on the field.
Normally, that's not a problem. However, on July 23, a storm hit in the middle of South Bend's game against Beloit that cancelled the game and made it nearly impossible to get the tarp on the field. Some fans in a suite caught the carnage on film and put it on YouTube. Don't worry - Owen or I weren't in harm's way - we were watching comfortably from the press box waiting to go back on the air. Additionally, the severity of any injuries to anybody involved were just a few scratches and bruises.
Normally, that's not a problem. However, on July 23, a storm hit in the middle of South Bend's game against Beloit that cancelled the game and made it nearly impossible to get the tarp on the field. Some fans in a suite caught the carnage on film and put it on YouTube. Don't worry - Owen or I weren't in harm's way - we were watching comfortably from the press box waiting to go back on the air. Additionally, the severity of any injuries to anybody involved were just a few scratches and bruises.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 6th
South Bend wraps up an important series with Bowling Green tonight. The Silver Hawks won the first two games but Bowling Green took game three last night. South Bend can clinch a series victory with a W tonight.
Keon Broxton - CF
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Andrew Fie - LF
David Narodowski - 2B
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Ender Inciarte - RF
Mike Belfiore - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks first baseman Ramon Castillo about his strong season and being from Panama.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:45 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 8:05 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
Victor Estevez - SS
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Andrew Fie - LF
David Narodowski - 2B
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Ender Inciarte - RF
Mike Belfiore - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks first baseman Ramon Castillo about his strong season and being from Panama.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:45 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 8:05 PM.
Western Kentucky University
Since we had an early bus to the ballpark today, I decided to walk the mile or so (uphill) to the campus of Western Kentucky University and snap some photos. A few of the more interesting ones are included below.
I believe this is the main administration building. When they nicknamed the school "Hilltoppers", they weren't kidding. It was actually a 15-20 minute uphill walk from the Hot Rods stadium to the point where I took this picture. And there were multiple other hills as you walked around campus. To say I was sweating would be an understatement.
Yep...I walked right in the football stadium and took a picture. If you look around midfield, that is the kickers from the football team practing field goals and punts. Honestly, there was no one around and it seemed as if I could have just walked down to the middle of the 50 yard line if I was so inclined. I decided against it because I wasn't sure if it was allowed or not (probably not).
This is a view of the Hilltoppers baseball stadium from down the left left field line.
Finally, this is a tower centrally located on campus. The tower has a bell that rings at the top of every hour and also plays some melodies. There are photos and a statue of a soldier around the base of the tower.
I believe this is the main administration building. When they nicknamed the school "Hilltoppers", they weren't kidding. It was actually a 15-20 minute uphill walk from the Hot Rods stadium to the point where I took this picture. And there were multiple other hills as you walked around campus. To say I was sweating would be an understatement.
I thought this was cool. The old Greek pillars open up towards the fine arts building, but on the right side of these pillars is hillside seating/bleachers like an old Greek amphitheater where they could do outdoor plays and concerts.
Yep...I walked right in the football stadium and took a picture. If you look around midfield, that is the kickers from the football team practing field goals and punts. Honestly, there was no one around and it seemed as if I could have just walked down to the middle of the 50 yard line if I was so inclined. I decided against it because I wasn't sure if it was allowed or not (probably not).
This is a view of the Hilltoppers baseball stadium from down the left left field line.
Finally, this is a tower centrally located on campus. The tower has a bell that rings at the top of every hour and also plays some melodies. There are photos and a statue of a soldier around the base of the tower.
Anyhow, I took a few more photos of some of the other buildings on campus, but this is a baseball blog, not a college visit blog.
Updating the Playoff Race - August 6th Edition
With 31 games to play in the second half, here are how the playoff races shape up (only teams still mathematically alive will be included in each category). We'll do this once or twice a week for the next 2-3 weeks, and then start updating it every day as we get to the stretch run.
NOTE: The following teams are not included because they've already clinched playoff spots and don't factor into the second half races.
Lake County - 1st Half Champion in East
Great Lakes - 1st Half Wild Card in East
Cedar Rapids - 1st Half Champion in West
Quad Cities - 1st Half Wild Card in West
Eastern Division Championship Race
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Fort Wayne omitted since they are leading the division race)
Western Division Championship Race
Western Division Wild Card Race (Kane County omitted since they are leading the division race)
NOTE: The following teams are not included because they've already clinched playoff spots and don't factor into the second half races.
Lake County - 1st Half Champion in East
Great Lakes - 1st Half Wild Card in East
Cedar Rapids - 1st Half Champion in West
Quad Cities - 1st Half Wild Card in West
Eastern Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Fort Wayne | 23 | 16 | -- |
| Lansing | 20 | 19 | -3.0 |
| Bowling Green | 18 | 21 | -5.0 |
| South Bend | 15 | 23 | -7.5 |
| West Michigan | 15 | 24 | -8.0 |
| Dayton | 9 | 29 | -13.5 |
Eastern Division Wild Card Race (Fort Wayne omitted since they are leading the division race)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Lansing | 20 | 19 | -- |
| Bowling Green | 18 | 21 | -2.0 |
| South Bend | 15 | 23 | -4.5 |
| West Michigan | 15 | 24 | -5.0 |
| Dayton | 9 | 29 | -10.5 |
Western Division Championship Race
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Kane County | 23 | 16 | -- |
| Clinton | 20 | 18 | -2.5 |
| Beloit | 19 | 18 | -3.0 |
| Peoria | 18 | 19 | -4.0 |
| Wisconsin | 18 | 21 | -5.0 |
| Burlington | 15 | 22 | -8.0 |
Western Division Wild Card Race (Kane County omitted since they are leading the division race)
| Team | W | L | GB |
| Clinton | 20 | 18 | -- |
| Beloit | 19 | 18 | -0.5 |
| Peoria | 18 | 19 | -1.5 |
| Wisconsin | 18 | 21 | -2.5 |
| Burlington | 15 | 22 | -5.5 |
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 5th
South Bend continues an important series with Bowling Green tonight. The Silver Hawks have won the first two games, and can clinch a series victory with a W tonight.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - LF
Victor Estevez - SS
Ender Inciarte - RF
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks reliever Kevin Munson about his hot start, the mindset at the end of games, and his college career.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:15 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:35 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - LF
Victor Estevez - SS
Ender Inciarte - RF
Diogenes Rosario - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks reliever Kevin Munson about his hot start, the mindset at the end of games, and his college career.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:15 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:35 PM.
Amazing Catch
One of the phrases that I feel is overused by announcers is "robbed of a home run". Just because somebody makes a catch leaping in to the wall doesn't mean it would have been a home run. However, robbed of a home run is an understatement in the following video.
The catch was made by Masato Akamatsu of the Hiroshima Carp.
The catch was made by Masato Akamatsu of the Hiroshima Carp.
Fallen Heroes Night
Coming up this Saturday, August 7th, the South Bend Silver Hawks will be having Fallen Heroes Night at Coveleski Stadium. This is a tremendous event with lots of fire, police, and EMS personnel in attendance.
You can read more about the event and buy tickets for the game on Saturday here. Please come out and support the community on this great night.
You can read more about the event and buy tickets for the game on Saturday here. Please come out and support the community on this great night.
Former Silver Hawks with Other MLB Teams
In our weekly look at former Silver Hawks, we'll check in on Major League Baseball players that play for teams other than the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Position Players
Emilio Bonifacio (Florida) - .273, 0 HR, 3 RBI, 4/4 SB - '04 + '05 Silver Hawk
Mike Cameron (Boston) - .259, 4 HR, 15 RBI - '92 + '93 South Bend White Sox
Jack Cust (Oakland) - .292, 8 HR, 29 RBI - '98 Silver Hawk
Alberto Gonzalez (Washington) - .299, 0 HR, 3 RBI - '04 + '05 Silver Hawk
Carlos Gonzalez* (Colorado) - .319, 23 HR, 72 RBI - '04 + '05 Silver Hawk
Scott Hairston (San Diego) - .232, 10 HR, 33 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
Lyle Overbay (Toronto) - .249, 12 HR, 41 RBI - '00 Silver Hawk
Dan Uggla (Florida) - .281, 24 HR, 66 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
* - Hit for the cycle on 7/31 against the Chicago Cubs
Starting Pitchers
Brett Anderson (Oakland) - 3-2, 3.14 ERA in 8 starts - '07 Silver Hawk
Ross Ohlendorf (Pittsburgh) - 1-9, 4.41 ERA in 17 starts - '05 Silver Hawk
Brad Penny** (St. Louis) - 3-4, 3.23 ERA in 9 starts - '97 Silver Hawk
Relief Pitchers
Jason Bulger (Anaheim)** - 0-0, 3.74 ERA in 22 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Chris Capuano (Milwaukee) - 1-1, 4.64 ERA in 13 games (2 starts) - '00 Silver Hawk
Lance Cormier (Tampa Bay) - 3-3, 4.28 ERA in 38 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Dustin Nippert (Texas)** - 3-4, 5.36 ERA in 28 games (2 starts) - '03 Silver Hawk
Tony Pena (Chicago AL) - 3-1, 4.88 ERA in 37 games - '03 Silver Hawk
Jose Valverde (Detroit) - 1-2, 2.54 ERA, 21 SV in 46 games - '99 + '00 Silver Hawk
** - Currently on DL
Managers
Terry Francona (Boston) - 61-47, -6.5 NYY + TB - '92 SB Manager
Players who were in MLB at some point this season
Brian Bruney (AAA, Milwaukee)
Garrett Mock (A, Washington)
Position Players
Emilio Bonifacio (Florida) - .273, 0 HR, 3 RBI, 4/4 SB - '04 + '05 Silver Hawk
Mike Cameron (Boston) - .259, 4 HR, 15 RBI - '92 + '93 South Bend White Sox
Jack Cust (Oakland) - .292, 8 HR, 29 RBI - '98 Silver Hawk
Alberto Gonzalez (Washington) - .299, 0 HR, 3 RBI - '04 + '05 Silver Hawk
Carlos Gonzalez* (Colorado) - .319, 23 HR, 72 RBI - '04 + '05 Silver Hawk
Scott Hairston (San Diego) - .232, 10 HR, 33 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
Lyle Overbay (Toronto) - .249, 12 HR, 41 RBI - '00 Silver Hawk
Dan Uggla (Florida) - .281, 24 HR, 66 RBI - '02 Silver Hawk
* - Hit for the cycle on 7/31 against the Chicago Cubs
Starting Pitchers
Brett Anderson (Oakland) - 3-2, 3.14 ERA in 8 starts - '07 Silver Hawk
Ross Ohlendorf (Pittsburgh) - 1-9, 4.41 ERA in 17 starts - '05 Silver Hawk
Brad Penny** (St. Louis) - 3-4, 3.23 ERA in 9 starts - '97 Silver Hawk
Relief Pitchers
Jason Bulger (Anaheim)** - 0-0, 3.74 ERA in 22 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Chris Capuano (Milwaukee) - 1-1, 4.64 ERA in 13 games (2 starts) - '00 Silver Hawk
Lance Cormier (Tampa Bay) - 3-3, 4.28 ERA in 38 games - '02 Silver Hawk
Dustin Nippert (Texas)** - 3-4, 5.36 ERA in 28 games (2 starts) - '03 Silver Hawk
Tony Pena (Chicago AL) - 3-1, 4.88 ERA in 37 games - '03 Silver Hawk
Jose Valverde (Detroit) - 1-2, 2.54 ERA, 21 SV in 46 games - '99 + '00 Silver Hawk
** - Currently on DL
Managers
Terry Francona (Boston) - 61-47, -6.5 NYY + TB - '92 SB Manager
Players who were in MLB at some point this season
Brian Bruney (AAA, Milwaukee)
Garrett Mock (A, Washington)
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 4th
South Bend continues an important four game series against Bowling Green tonight.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - SS
Andrew Fie - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Ender Inciarte - RF
Adam Worthington - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks manager Mark Haley about the renewed energy this team is showing.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:15 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:35 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - SS
Andrew Fie - LF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Ender Inciarte - RF
Adam Worthington - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks manager Mark Haley about the renewed energy this team is showing.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:15 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:35 PM.
From the Notes - August 4th
-With 33 games remaining in the second half, the Silver Hawks are currently 5.5 games out of a playoff spot.
-All 33 games left will be against Eastern Division opponents, with 22 of the 33 against other playoff hopefuls.
-The Silver Hawks have won two games in a row for the first time since July 10th and 11th @ Fort Wayne.
-Matt Davidson hit two homers in a game last night for the second time this season. His league leading RBI total is up to 71.
-Keon Broxton has led off five straight games with a hit, scoring a run each time.
-Ramon Castillo has hits in 31 of his first 38 games for the Silver Hawks, including two more RBIs last night (27 on season).
-Bobby Borchering has a four game hitting streak and has hits in seven of his last 10 at-bats.
-Andrew Fie (three hits) and Errol Hollinger (two hits) also had multi-hit games for South Bend last night.
-Bradin Hagens pitched arguably his best outing last night: 3.1 scoreless innings of relief.
-All 33 games left will be against Eastern Division opponents, with 22 of the 33 against other playoff hopefuls.
-The Silver Hawks have won two games in a row for the first time since July 10th and 11th @ Fort Wayne.
-Matt Davidson hit two homers in a game last night for the second time this season. His league leading RBI total is up to 71.
-Keon Broxton has led off five straight games with a hit, scoring a run each time.
-Ramon Castillo has hits in 31 of his first 38 games for the Silver Hawks, including two more RBIs last night (27 on season).
-Bobby Borchering has a four game hitting streak and has hits in seven of his last 10 at-bats.
-Andrew Fie (three hits) and Errol Hollinger (two hits) also had multi-hit games for South Bend last night.
-Bradin Hagens pitched arguably his best outing last night: 3.1 scoreless innings of relief.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 3
South Bend starts a very important four game series against Bowling Green tonight.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - LF
Ender Inciarte - RF
Victor Estevez - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks second baseman David Nick about his recent surge at the plate and the importance of last night's win and this series with Bowling Green.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:15 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:35 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
Errol Hollinger - C
Andrew Fie - LF
Ender Inciarte - RF
Victor Estevez - SS
Scottie Allen - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with Silver Hawks second baseman David Nick about his recent surge at the plate and the importance of last night's win and this series with Bowling Green.
Pre-game coverage starts at 7:15 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:35 PM.
Poll Results
As you can see on the right side of the page, the majority of people that voted don't think the Cubs will win a World Series in their lifetime. That's both sad and amazing all at the same time.
I'm trying to think of a new poll question, but my brain isn't working today since we had to be up early and had a long bus ride to Bowling Green. I'll likely have one tomorrow. If you have any suggestions, let me know.
I'm trying to think of a new poll question, but my brain isn't working today since we had to be up early and had a long bus ride to Bowling Green. I'll likely have one tomorrow. If you have any suggestions, let me know.
Arizona May Not Offer First Rounder Loux Contract
The Arizona Diamondbacks selected pitcher Barret Loux with the 6th overall pick in June's MLB Draft, but it doesn't appear he'll ever suit up in the organization. Jeff Passan of Yahoo! Sports wrote an article chronicling the situation, as the Diamondbacks may not offer Loux a contract due to injury concerns.
The motivation for the Diamondbacks is that they would receive a compensation pick in next year's first round, the 7th overall pick, in addition to the first round pick they'll get based on how they finish this season. The article is a great read that examines both sides of the issue; the Diamondbacks' unwillingness to give big money to a pitcher with arm injuries, and a young kid who feels like he can throw just fine. The deadline for draft picks to sign is August 16.
The motivation for the Diamondbacks is that they would receive a compensation pick in next year's first round, the 7th overall pick, in addition to the first round pick they'll get based on how they finish this season. The article is a great read that examines both sides of the issue; the Diamondbacks' unwillingness to give big money to a pitcher with arm injuries, and a young kid who feels like he can throw just fine. The deadline for draft picks to sign is August 16.
Blogging from the Bus
Yep, on the bus this morning to Bowling Green, Kentucky. We just passed by downtown Louisville and Slugger Field, the home of the triple-A Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds affiliate). Now we are passing Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, where the University of Louisville football team plays their home games. As a fan of the Kentucky Wildcats, I really can't stand the Louisville Cardinals.
What a great win last night for the Silver Hawks, rallying from a five run deficit to ultimately win 8-7 in ten innings. While this team has lacked in wins this season, there is no question that they hustle, work hard, and provide some dramatic games (seven walk off wins this year!). My voice still hasn't recovered fully from the excitement of last night. Thankfully we still have eight hours until tonight's game so I can rest up.
As always, it's just one win over a 140 game season, but you just hope that finally the team will gain some momentum from the victory and carry it over to win a few games against Bowling Green. However, maybe more so than any sport, there's really not a whole lot to be said about momentum in baseball. You could be the hottest team on the planet, but if the next pitcher you face is on his game, he can wipe away that momentum in a hurry.
Game time tonight is 7:35 Eastern Time. I'll have more from the stadium later this afternoon.
What a great win last night for the Silver Hawks, rallying from a five run deficit to ultimately win 8-7 in ten innings. While this team has lacked in wins this season, there is no question that they hustle, work hard, and provide some dramatic games (seven walk off wins this year!). My voice still hasn't recovered fully from the excitement of last night. Thankfully we still have eight hours until tonight's game so I can rest up.
As always, it's just one win over a 140 game season, but you just hope that finally the team will gain some momentum from the victory and carry it over to win a few games against Bowling Green. However, maybe more so than any sport, there's really not a whole lot to be said about momentum in baseball. You could be the hottest team on the planet, but if the next pitcher you face is on his game, he can wipe away that momentum in a hurry.
Game time tonight is 7:35 Eastern Time. I'll have more from the stadium later this afternoon.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Tonight's Lineup - August 2nd
Silver Hawks are trying to snap a four game losing skid today and hoping to avoid the sweep.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - LF
Ender Inciarte - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Andrew Wolcott - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with the Silver Hawks on-field emcee Brian "The Crippler" Costello promoting the upcoming "Clash at the Cove 12".
Pre-game coverage starts at 6:40 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:00 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Matt Davidson - DH
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - LF
Ender Inciarte - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Andrew Wolcott - SP
Tonight's pregame interview will be with the Silver Hawks on-field emcee Brian "The Crippler" Costello promoting the upcoming "Clash at the Cove 12".
Pre-game coverage starts at 6:40 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 7:00 PM.
Umpire Feature
Dean Holzwarth of the Grand Rapids Press wrote an interesting feature article on Midwest League umpire Jeff Klinghoffer. Klinghoffer was originally an options trader before deciding to become an umpire. The article talks about his decision to switch professions and the life of an umpire in this league.
Al Lesar of the South Bend Tribune wrote a similar article that went behind the scenes with umpires Matt Jones and Alberto Ruiz at Coveleski Stadium early in July. Unfortunately, I don't believe we linked it on the blog and it's not accessible on the paper's website anymore.
All in all, it's important to remember that the umpires have just as crazy a travel schedule, if not more, than the teams.
Al Lesar of the South Bend Tribune wrote a similar article that went behind the scenes with umpires Matt Jones and Alberto Ruiz at Coveleski Stadium early in July. Unfortunately, I don't believe we linked it on the blog and it's not accessible on the paper's website anymore.
All in all, it's important to remember that the umpires have just as crazy a travel schedule, if not more, than the teams.
Featured Silver Hawk - Matt Davidson
This week's Featured Silver Hawk is third baseman Matt Davidson. In the article, Davidson talks about his success pitching when he was younger as well as how much he enjoys participating in home run derbies. The article can be read by clicking this link.
Additionally, if you missed any of the other Featured Silver Hawk articles from this season, you can view all of them by clicking this link.
Additionally, if you missed any of the other Featured Silver Hawk articles from this season, you can view all of them by clicking this link.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Today's Lineup - August 1st
Silver Hawks are trying to snap a three game losing skid today.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - LF
Ender Inciarte - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Mike Belfiore - SP
No pregame interview today. Instead, we'll update the standings and scoreboard.
Pre-game coverage starts at 1:40 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 2:00 PM.
Keon Broxton - CF
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - DH
Matt Davidson - 3B
Ramon Castillo - 1B
David Narodowski - LF
Ender Inciarte - RF
Tyson Van Winkle - C
Victor Estevez - SS
Mike Belfiore - SP
No pregame interview today. Instead, we'll update the standings and scoreboard.
Pre-game coverage starts at 1:40 PM Eastern Time with first pitch at 2:00 PM.
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