Dale Murphy was considered a premier player in baseball during the eighties, yet he’s not in the HOF. (Getty Images)
Andre “The Hawk” Dawson finally got his due this week by securing a spot in Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame. Bruce Marshall of The Gold Sheet has no issues with his bid, but he believes other ball players should get noticed as well. FULL STORY
Jermaine Dye RF, Free Agent 02/09/10, Time: 8:53 am
News:
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that the Indians may have an interest to signing Dye.
Analysis:
The Indians need a right-handed bat and Dye certainly fits that criteria. (SportsBuff.com)
Player:
Ty Wigginton 1B, Baltimore Orioles 02/09/10, Time: 8:52 am
News:
MLB.com reports that the Orioles may have interest in trading Wigginton before the start of the regular season.
Analysis:
Wigginton would be a reserve in Baltimore with the addition of Miguel Tejada and Garrett Atkins. He hit .273 with 11 home runs and 41 RBI last season with the Orioles. (SportsBuff.com)
Player:
Marcus Thames LF, N.Y. Yankees Yankees 02/09/10, Time: 8:50 am
News:
The NY Post reports that the Yankees signed Thames to a minor league contract.
Analysis:
Thames will make $900,000 if he makes the team out of Spring Training. He hit .252 with 13 home runs and 36 RBI last season. (SportsBuff.com)