Mar

7

Scott Olsen Likes His Smokes, Vlad Guerrero Is Older

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March 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment

The Washington Nationals newly acquired left-hander and notorious bar fighter Scott Olsen sure likes to smoke cigarettes (Hat-Tip Deadspin).  Olsen says he smokes about 12 butts a day, and maybe more if he’s drinking.  Turns out that Olsen has found a nice little private smoking space at the Nationals’ Spring Training facility, and he’ll use [...]

Feb

11

Bobby Abreu Close To Joining The Angels

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February 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment

According to the good folks at MLB Trade Rumors Bobby Abreu has reached a preliminary agreement with the Anaheim Angels.  The deal is reportedly for one-year and worth $5MM with some incentives.  Abreu made $16MM last season while playing with the New York Yankees.
Abreu will turn 35 next month.  Despite showing some decline in his [...]