Feb

28

Schilling Not Done? Would Pitch For Rays or Cubs

Posted by SL

February 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment

According to this piece from the Orlando Sentinel, Schilling is pondering a return to the mound after missing all of the 2008 season with a shoulder injury.
Schilling, a noted big-mouth and staunch Republican, would like to pitch for a team with a shot to win.  He has expressed interest in pitching with the Cubs and [...]

Jan

5

Sources: Rays and Burrell Close In On A Deal

Posted by SL

January 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment

According to Ken Rosenthal (I admit, he’s rarely wrong about these things) the Tampa Bay Rays are nearing completion on a deal with free-agent leftfielder, Pat Burrell.  Burrell hit .250 with 33 homers and 86 RBIs last season with the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies.
Burrell brings a solid mix of run producing power and his [...]