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Monte was a very influential member of the NY Giants in the 1950's. Willie Mays said that he was the best Left Fielder he ever saw. Pretty high praise, IMO. I had forgotten that he finished his major league career with the Chicago Cubs. Anyway, yesterday, January 11, 2016, this pioneer ball...

For the story linking them to steroid use. Comments?

Who gets in, other than Griffey?

I make no secret of the fact that I am a minor-league baseball fan. I follow them pretty closely, especially the Twins' clubs. If there is enough interest in discussing the minors, lets do it.

Here is the order in which the teams will pick in the 1st round: FIRST ROUND 1. Phillies 2. Reds 3. Braves 4. Rockies 5. Brewers 6. Athletics 7. Marlins 8. Padres 9. Tigers 10. White Sox 11. Mariners 12. Red Sox 13. Rays 14. Orioles 15. Indians 16. Twins 17. Angels 18. Astros 19. Yankees 20...

In one writer's opinion: http://baseball-players.pointafter.com/stories/6079/brick-glove-awards

1 year, less than the qualifying offer. Incentives might bring it over the QO.

In a 3-team deal including the Dodgers. The Dodgers pick up more prospects and the Reds move some salary. http://m.mlb.com/news/article/159795544/reds-trade-todd-frazier-to-white-sox

His request for reinstatement was denied. Should he be in the Hall of Fame?

Per MLB Network. 6/$130MM with an opt out after 2 years.

The first of the free agent pitchers is off the board. Some say this signing will set the market for the rest of the group.

Here is a list of players that are available (along with a few others): http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2015-rule-5-draft-preview-names-remember/ A player drafted in the rule 5 draft will cost the drafting team $50K and must be kept on the 25-man major league roster all year (they can be...

The hall of famer and former Twins and Angels player and coach suffered a near-fatal heart attack on September 20 and is currently on the heart transplant list. http://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/hall-of-famer-rod-carew-70-hopes-to-get-heart-transplant/ar-BBnmemn If you are a praying...

December 7-10 in Nashville. Rule 5 draft happens on the 10th. What do you expect to happen there? Will there be any huge "blockbuster" trades?

1 year, $2.5MM. Not a bad deal for either side.

The 40-man rosters are going to be finalized to determine who is going to be protected from the Rule 5 draft.

Are you a new-school sabermetrician or do you judge players with your eyes?