tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91052619155356885562012-02-17T11:59:15.472-08:00rootgarglehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05651904744688134477noreply@blogger.comBlogger1801100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-27707729283797859752009-08-06T02:25:00.001-07:002009-08-06T02:36:52.450-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYSetting a record is one of the most enjoyable accomplishments a player can have during a career. Several of those records are being threatened this season. To Start off Chicago's Albert Wall is only 2 hr's off pace to beat Blade Stevenson's single season Home Run record of 71. Wall with 57 currently has 42 games to hit just 14 Home Runs to become the Home Run king in

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-50082259723653771792009-08-05T22:11:00.000-07:002009-08-06T01:39:40.525-07:00

Opey HigginsDoubleday Daily A look at Detroit's Franchise HistorySeason 1: The Franchise was started in Trenton Key Players: Wesley Smith, Howie Daniels, Rafael Pena and Horacio RodriguezAquisitions: Eugene Fogg, Woody WilkersonFirst Round Pick: CF David Bailey (AAA)International FA's: NONERecord: 86-76Season 2: Franchised named new owner and moved to DetroitKey Players: Wesley Smith and Woody

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-71218922593541908962009-08-05T10:28:00.000-07:002009-08-05T10:29:11.627-07:00

I can picture it now.All you baseball geeks out there, getting ready for the big deadline.Mega-nerds with baseball literature in one hand, a Phil Maxwell bobble-head in the other, positioning themselves in front of a television, just waiting to see who gets dealt where.It's the time of the year where the contenders move past the pretenders.It can mean the difference between resting on a first

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Opey HigginsDoubleday DailyWHAT HAPPENED IN EL PASO? A look at El Paso's Franchise HistorySeason 1: The Franchise was started in Mexico City... Key Players: Philip Parrish, Jeremi Nicholas, Andres Cortez and Teddy CollierAcquisitions: Timothy Simpson, Fritz NeugebauerFirst Round Pick: SP Junior Espinoza (retired)International FA's: Eduardo Durazo(currently in Detroit) and Miguel DeLeon (

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-88685665871240238722009-07-24T09:58:00.000-07:002009-07-24T11:00:13.837-07:00

Only four short seasons ago, Blade Stevenson, then of the Colorado Grizzlies, blasted 71 balls over the fence. Since that time, Stevenson has not come even come close to replicating that total. His closest attempt was a 51 homer campaign last season. Many thought his record would stand for decades to come.Fast forward to today. First Baseman Albert Wall of Chicago has 46 homers through 86 games

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Opey Higgins: Welcome to Doubleday Daily Magazine! Today Mr. Schultze and I will be discussing the top 5 teams in the world. Let's dive in ... Edward Schultze: I sure hope you left your meth at home. I'd like an actual decent conversation about baseball. Opey Higgins: Yes, today I think I can get by without it.. Edward Schultze: Sounds good. Let's get started. Opey Higgins: Ok, when you say

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Well, we all just read Opey Higgins' grading of the first 15 picks.If there's one thing we just learned by reading that, it's that writing an article and smoking meth just do NOT mix.Speaking of smoking meth, it seemed as though a lot of the owners in this world appeared to do just that, rather than scout baseball players. Don't get me wrong, some teams were on the ball, as usual, and came away

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Opey HigginsDoubleday Daily1. Burrell- B+, First pick drafting a 1B kinda diminishes this. Great player but I feel there was other options2. Calvin Coco- Still has not signed but from what we hear the scouts on Anaheim were very unprepared.3.Alexander Connelly- B+, Very good pick for the 3rd overall pick in the draft!4.Andrew Evers- A, Evers falling to 4th was surprising to me.. However poor

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-1666634688623238482009-07-13T09:30:00.000-07:002009-07-13T09:38:55.198-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYLeon Haynes once again let his bat do the talking against the Louisville Colonels. This time, instead of a 4-for-4 hitting display--which Haynes racked up against Louisville two seasons ago in one of the best overall performances ever by a single player--Haynes wowed with his power.The 29-year-old starting pitcher blasted an unexpected two home runs (neither a

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-29021276525350395262009-07-11T23:34:00.000-07:002009-07-11T23:49:46.573-07:00

OPEY HIGGINSDOUBLEDAY DAILLYAlbuquerque, New MexicoRumors are flying around about probably 2 of the best hitters in the American league, Phillip Maxwell and Spike Logan. Owner Rootgargle has mentioned he's been fielding a large amount of inquiries for Maxwell already but he's not quite sure what the plan will be regarding the Albuquerque Slugger. He's mentioned he will wait until this coming

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-45032372322134387062009-07-10T08:31:00.000-07:002009-07-10T08:38:10.579-07:00

Austin, TXDown in Austin they have had some rough seasons since Doubleday's opening, Owner Kemosabe has been turning it around slowly. Over the last 4 seasons Austin has signed several of the top International Free Agents to surface in the world. Guys likeAlex ShinjoAustinSwingAge: 18B/T: R/RBorn: Kwangsan-Ku Songjungdong, KRPosition(s): RFView Hardball Dynasty ProfileEduardo

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-57482597281067043922009-07-08T10:13:00.000-07:002009-07-08T10:38:15.915-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYAfter 40 games have been played, it's officially time to annoint the Philadelphia Stars as Double Day's best team.The Stars (29-13) have benefitted from a series of offseason moves, a buy-or-be-damned philosophy to payroll, and an ultra-competitive division to attain the best record in Double Day. With a staggering $117-million payroll--a Double Day record--the Stars

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-3794363439506249472009-07-03T14:37:00.001-07:002009-07-03T14:46:30.031-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYAs part of a six-player deal, the Texas Steers and Boston Beaneaters have swapped players Bruce Shea and Damian Wang. It has been rumored that reigning AL Cy Young winner Shea, 30, was on the market for some time.Now, the 30-year-old two-time Cy Young winner will be moved to Boston for another expiring contract - that of 27-year-old Damian Wang.Through six starts,

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-49007299602233293232009-07-03T14:24:00.001-07:002009-07-03T14:35:02.680-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYAs the prized catch of the Austin Swing in a trade in season four, Edgardo Mantalban has more than lived up to lofty expectations.As part of an otherwise anemic offense, Mantalban has been one of the pleasant surprises of season five, with a batting average (.370) that ranks among the best in the league. The 26-year-old, who underwent a difficult transition to the

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-64337745974952402912009-06-29T10:24:00.000-07:002009-06-29T10:35:31.182-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYOne of the early pitching surprises of season five has come out of Ottawa, in which the Great Lake St.'s rookie Edwin Turner has rocketed out to a 4-0 start.Considering the 25-year-old's minor league pedigree, the fast start shouldn't come as a total surprise. Through four minor-league seasons, Turner ranked among MiL wins leaders, with a career 59-24 MiL record. A

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-78335904787219001922009-06-22T16:39:00.001-07:002009-06-22T16:40:21.453-07:00

Best players on each team! I've scanned over all the teams in Doubleday and I'm came up with a list of the best players from each team in my opinion. AlbuquerquePhilip MaxwellAlbuquerque DukesAge: 26B/T: S/LBorn: Elfrida, AZPosition(s): 1B/DHView Hardball Dynasty ProfileAnaheimBoots LesherAnaheimRobinsAge: 33B/T: S/RBorn: Leesburg, GAPosition(s): P (SP1)View Hardball Dynasty

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-76885648732026490522009-06-14T12:31:00.000-07:002009-06-14T12:41:32.027-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYEarlier today, Pedro Galvez became the last of the expected big-money free agents to sign with a team.Joining him was young Todd McCormick, who became one of the unlikely winners of free agency.Galvez signed a 5-year, $52 million deal with the Cleveland Cubs today, which includes a $2 million signing bonus. The 30-year-old Galvez was one of the most sought-after free

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-31956737485583856392009-06-14T07:05:00.000-07:002009-06-14T07:12:18.164-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYTom Lofton became the most expensive pitcher--and, along with Luis Picasso, the most expensive player, period--in Double Day history this morning, when he signed a 5-year contract with the Richmond Diamonds worth an estimated $100 million.The 32-year-old far outpaced Rafael Mercado, who now looks like a bargain at 3 years and $60 million total. Lofton's signing is

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-73463141313217663292009-06-13T10:08:00.000-07:002009-06-13T10:16:47.867-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYIn the follow-up to a free agency that saw the Baltimore Lords spend $49 million on Keith Lee and James Deitz, the Lords finalized a five-year, $50 million contract with superstar hitter Barry Broadhurst earlier today.The deal, which will pay the former Montreal Shamrock $8 million in season one, $10 million in seasons two, three, and four, and $12 million in season

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-60942247905461299532009-06-12T20:35:00.001-07:002009-06-12T20:43:31.816-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYAfter recently trading franchise ace Mark Post to the Montreal Shamrocks, the Richmond Diamonds used that extra payroll space to fill Post's locker with incoming ace and four-time All-Star Rafael Mercado.The Diamonds signed Mercado to a three-year deal worth a reported $60 million. Mercado's contract boasts both the highest annual salary and the highest total value

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-86460665321355193052009-06-12T11:19:00.000-07:002009-06-12T11:30:12.744-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYFormerly the Wichita White Stockings, the Richmond Diamonds were unveiled at the season's start after the temultuous relationship between former White Stockings owner The_Stiffs and other Double Day owners came to a close.New owner BBMogul is vastly experienced and is adopting a team that has four times finished first runner-up in the NL South. The three-time Wild

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-27714217441867006132009-06-12T08:54:00.000-07:002009-06-12T09:10:12.702-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYThe first wave of big-name free agents signed earlier today, with outfielder Otto Judd leading the way. The former Oakland Oak signed a five-year contract worth an estimated $42 million today in what became the largest free-agent signing of the early offseason.Judd's $42 million deal was perhaps a bit bullish when contrasted with early forecasts made by your's truly

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By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYBig payrolls, big stars, and high stakes. All of these factors figure to create the perfect storm for some very big spending once free agency hits. Season-five free agency figures to be the most lucrative in Double Day's history for high-end players.An astounding nine teams have set their opening-day payroll budget to exceed $100 million. The league-average payroll

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-42594287247382541152009-06-07T19:34:00.000-07:002009-06-11T12:32:32.660-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYFree agency is only now underway, but already, rumors have surfaced around Double Day. Here are just a few of them:- The Tampa Bay Seminoles are looking to move Fausto Cortes and Mario Manzanillo from their club.- Likewise, the El Paso Sun Kings are open to moving their veteran major leaguers for prospects.- Dean Gardner and Steve Hollandsworth are the two names

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-31408763091749587912009-06-06T09:46:00.000-07:002009-06-06T09:55:57.354-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYToday, season five of Double Day officially kicked off, with rollover commencing early this morning. Two playoff-caliber franchises--the Jackson Senators of the AL and the Wichita White Stockings--have become available. It has not yet been determined who the two new owners will be, though word on that will likely become available within the next 24 hours.The other

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-77315145638116454712009-06-03T07:30:00.000-07:002009-06-03T07:40:43.331-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYIn rather belated news, a pair of players on last-place teams (which, as a disclaimer, also happened to be rather good teams stranded in Double Day's two most competitive divisions) have won the AL and NL Most Valuable Player awards.Lefty Moore, the oft-chronicled wunderkind of the Seminoles (82-80), dispatched of frontrunner Vic Silva with 18 first-place votes.The

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-63344682819052728422009-06-03T06:54:00.000-07:002009-06-03T07:29:28.613-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYThese Louisville Colonels have made a habit out of winning impossible-to-win series. In a performance that echoed Louisville's triumph after being down 0-3 to the Durham Tobacconists in the season-two NLCS, the Colonels once again won four straight, this time capping off the greatest World Series Double Day has ever seen.The Louisville Colonels bested the Albuquerque

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-14553209300759345402009-06-01T02:39:00.000-07:002009-06-01T02:44:30.031-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYThis season we had 2 MVP's voted in that were part of teams that did not make the playoffs! Both winners were certainly deserving of the awards. The question is... Does playing for a winning team matter when MVP voting? This season the difference in position mattered in the AL. The NL was simply based on power and production! Congrats to both winners(owners).

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-12216460067032871962009-06-01T02:35:00.000-07:002009-06-01T02:39:51.167-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYSeason 2, Louisville won 4 games to 2.... Season 4, So far Alb's up 2 games to nothing in what I would call one of the most important world series for the AL. Louisville and Durham had the "Champion" name locked up for going on 4 seasons. I will not be counting Louisville out, Louisville has the tools to come right back into this and win this series the only issue is

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-20134251600461810252009-05-20T11:58:00.000-07:002009-05-20T12:29:26.262-07:00

In the ultra-competitive National League, three teams are jockeying for one spot. With the final playoff slot on the line, Toledo, Chicago, and OaklandThe Toledo Maumees are now up 2-0 against the Durham Tobacconists after a near-complete collapse. The Maumees, coming off a come-from-behind 5-3 victory, will need to sweep Durham in order to have a shot at playing in the postseason.After reeling

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-24899264288709029612009-05-16T16:34:00.000-07:002009-05-16T16:47:21.060-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYAs last year's reigning AAA Most Valuable Player, it comes as no surprise that 23-year-old Harvey Herndon has been immediately successful in the Majors. Still, Windy City fans can't help but feel swept away by the Whales' young whippersnapper.In most other seasons, Herndon would be the top contender for the NL Rookie of the Year award. He'll likely be bested by Tampa

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-89061438560867852332009-05-12T21:31:00.000-07:002009-05-12T22:19:26.698-07:00

BY KYLE KEOUGH AND OPEY HIGGINSDOUBLE DAY DAILYOpey: Season four of Double Day has been full of surprises. We've had three players hit for the cycle, four no-hitters, and a huge struggle over the playoffs. The AL is probably the closest when it comes to battle for playoff position. Who is your favorite, Kyle?Kyle: The Lords have strong pitching and an exceptional bullpen and I think they're the

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-42415524483944548742009-05-03T16:59:00.000-07:002009-05-03T17:12:53.489-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYRookie of the Year. Most Valuable Player. Record Holder.For 1B Lefty Moore, one of these titles has just become official, after a 10-RBI effort eclipsed previous record-bearers for the distinction of the single-game RBI mark.With more efforts like this, the other two won't be far away.Against Monterrey, Moore went 3-for-4 with not one, but two grand slams. His sole

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-47765336914062126532009-05-03T02:01:00.000-07:002009-05-03T02:07:14.410-07:00

In a game vs. Baltimore on the 29th of April, Homer Sandberg was injured. Sandberg, probably one of the best lead off hitters in the world's history ends his season with a herniated disk. This is a huge blow to Philly's offense, Sandberg's season ends with him having a total of 71 SB's .289 BA and 72 runs scored. We have been informed Sandberg will not lose any speed when he returns but that is

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-88844275016522970912009-05-03T01:31:00.000-07:002009-05-03T01:54:48.907-07:00

Louisville Colonels are arguably the best team in the history of Doubleday.. Despite Durham's win/loss history, Louisville has won 2 Championships in the first 3 seasons. Louisville has a career franchise Batting average of .280, 3.69 ERA and one of the best defenses in the ML. They also haven't done much changing over the 4 seasons making only 4 trades after the initial season 1 trades..

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-21191832085910313442009-05-02T11:13:00.000-07:002009-05-02T12:44:58.013-07:00

By AMERITH and KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYAs Double Day nears the conclusion of its fourth season, some of the game's best players have become established names. With the hope that the league will someday institute a hall of fame, some players' names are already being considered as future HoFers.So, who's on-deck for the Hall of Fame? In "On-Deck for the Hall," Amerith and Kyle Keough (Keosawa)

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-21101209710659680392009-04-28T21:08:00.000-07:002009-04-28T21:38:10.691-07:00

By Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYBlake JodieSt. LouisMaroonsAge: 23B/T: R/RBorn: Hobart, INPosition(s): P (SP3)View Hardball Dynasty ProfilePaul ParkPhiladelphiaStarsAge: 37B/T: S/LBorn: Yokosuka, JPPosition(s): P (SP3)View Hardball Dynasty ProfileJorge BeltrePhiladelphiaStarsAge: 31B/T: L/LBorn: Las Matas Cotui, DOPosition(s): P (SP1)View Hardball Dynasty ProfilePedro BeltranOttawaGreat Lake StAge:

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-69064855435540664112009-04-28T21:03:00.000-07:002009-04-28T21:08:39.572-07:00

By Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYJust 5 games after being traded to Cleveland, CF Philip Parrish is already potentially getting traded. Arguably one of the best hitters in the worlds history, Parrish has now been part of 6 different teams.. In 13 plate appearances for Cleveland Parrish has went 5-13 with 2 hr's, 3 rbi's and .385 avg. Not sure why Cleveland would want to trade him so soon. We will

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-9718460830116445872009-04-26T16:36:00.000-07:002009-04-26T16:51:26.893-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYLate-night trade talks have resulted in a series of moves involving the Cleveland Captains, Montreal Shamrocks, and Boston Beaneaters. The two deals, pending approval have perhaps radically reshaped two of the AL's better ballclubs, and have given Cleveland a new face for its franchise.With a very crowded outfield, Montreal opted to ship CF Philip Parrish (.296, 21

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-82121954246528294942009-04-26T13:34:00.000-07:002009-04-26T13:44:35.619-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYLast season, the Tampa Bay Seminoles found a diamond in the rough in 24-year-old 1B Daniel Brantley, who was in the running for National League Rookie of the Year.This season, lightning has struck twice in Tampa.21-year-old Lefty Moore came into Tampa with great fanfare as part of a deal to move young ace Steven Hollandsworth to Omaha. In AA last season, Moore had

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-45004682868164321112009-04-26T13:22:00.000-07:002009-04-26T13:33:37.620-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYGeorge Forrest might someday be known as the man who showed the AL how to finally beat the NL.The American League, who was 0-3 against the National League in All-Star Games and 0-3 against the National League in the World Series, finally earned itself a victory in a 6-5 extra-innings thriller.The AL had played the NL close in the past, but this game, played in Jacobs

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-1476466002100469042009-04-26T13:08:00.001-07:002009-04-26T13:22:19.278-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYDouble Day's fourth home run derby might've ended up being its most competitive, as Vic Silva needed every last one of his nine final-round home runs to outlast Reid Paul and win the home run derby.Silva finished the competition with 25 home runs on the competition and hit no less than 8 homers in any given round. Silva finished with at least a share of the highest

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Single Season Record comparison to real MLB.HR'sBarry Bonds* - 73Blade Stevenson* - 71BANap Lajoie -.426Spike Logan - .369RBIHack Wilson -191Philip Maxwell - 203RUNSBabe Ruth - 177Jin-Chi Yosida -157Stolen BasesRickey Henderson -130Javier Pineiro- 128DoublesEarl Webb - 67Robert Robinson-56WINSJack Chesbro -41Bruce Shea - 23SavesFrancisco Rodriguez-62Teddy Collier-49ERADutch Leonard-0.96Rafael

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-28211081475070803972009-04-17T10:38:00.000-07:002009-04-17T10:54:22.148-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYPicks six through ten saw future potential Most Valuable Players still available. In perhaps the deepest and most talent-filled Double Day has ever seen, these picks includes a couple of blue-chippers at shortstop and a bigtime bat.6th: Denny Chong (SS) - Chong was one of several high-caliber shortstops available at the top of the draft, and the Detroit Wolverines

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-57166336679337521822009-04-17T06:51:00.000-07:002009-04-17T07:16:38.638-07:00

Since season 1 of Doubleday the draft classes have had little talent. That was until season 4 happened. Probably the most stacked draft this world will see for a while.. The world was short on good Shortstops with big bats and that has now changed. In a few seasons some of these guys will be replacing what we now know.. In this draft we have 3 guys that will potentially rival Phillip Maxwell,

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-28465871423359618872009-04-09T00:38:00.000-07:002009-04-09T00:48:15.543-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYNew York HighlandersI will start this out with asking... Will New York finish above dead last this season? I will go on to answer this as well..... I think they will! New York, with their owner Jt3 have been improving game by game. With future All Star CF Albert O'Brien and RF Dingo Randall playing very very well. New York has probably the most future potential out of

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-43695883099864104642009-04-09T00:21:00.000-07:002009-04-09T00:34:23.562-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYHonolulu, HawaiiIn Doubleday there hasn't been an owner as quiet as Honolulu's Graybeard. This owner has been pretty satisfied with his team over the 3 season's he's been running the show but one thing is becoming obvious. Honolulu is not improving, From a 1st place under .500 finish in season 1 they have won more games but missed the playoffs and ended the season in

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-57725336088199216242009-04-02T16:56:00.000-07:002009-04-04T09:15:00.302-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYOmaha Spikes (NL)austinfan1View Hardball Dynasty ProfileIn each of their first three seasons, the Omaha Spikes have improved. From 77, to 85, to 91 wins, the Spikes are now looking to join the elite in Double Day.Through 28 games, Omaha has been the toast of the league, enjoying a league-best 21-7 record thanks to a dominant young rotation that has reinvigorated a

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By NEWBIEFNGDOUBLE DAY DAILYA new era in KC baseball came to be when the coaching team of dwhit34 and Buffalo_Rob brought newbieFNG to town. Team newbie is made up of a veteran coach in David and the inexperienced Rob. There was an air of excitement brewing at the ball park. However some of the veteran players would soon find out their excitement would be with a different team.Team newbie decided

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Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYPhiladelphia, PA27 games in and Philly has been probably the most dominant team in the AL based on who they beat and how bad they beat them. Philly swept Albuquerque, threw a no hitter against Montreal and took 2 of 3 off of Boston. Currently leading the AL East, Philly doesn't show signs of slowing down much. Slugger Valerio Pizzaro has been on fire along with 2B Bob

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-71727563796646935522009-04-01T23:58:00.000-07:002009-04-02T09:33:38.224-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYSince the beginning of the world 3 teams have constantly been back and forth about just who is the best. How do you even figure something like that out when nobody from the AL has won a championship? We will break down the 3 teams here. Montreal Shamrocks: Franchise Record(Through 4/1/09) 308- 204- Montreal Shamrocks up until season 3 have been known to have the most

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-74659120086805233042009-04-01T23:42:00.000-07:002009-04-01T23:55:39.713-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYDenver, ColoradoThe Colorado Franchise has seen better days... Season 1 Colorado went 95-67 and won the division.. Since then they have went a total of 154-170 over 2 seasons. 4th place finish in season 2 and 2nd in season 3.. This season it hasn't been any better since they have a 7-19 record and probably the worst pitching staff in the ML. Where to go from here? So

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-14662744703547990302009-03-31T14:19:00.001-07:002009-04-04T09:14:26.117-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYSalt Lake City Trappers (AL)carpediem33View Hardball Dynasty Profile23-year-old Kid Sadler has long been a phenom in the making, an unusually gifted power hitter even by sluggers' standards. The 6'6" Sadler has long possessed both the brute strength and uncanny ability to swing the bat that has made him the star attraction of Salt Lake City's minor league system.This

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-41465932754411032042009-03-29T09:55:00.000-07:002009-03-29T10:17:33.636-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYThey've become the most valuable commodity in DoubleDay, more precious than gold. Shortstops have become the en-vogue accessory for any trendy owner, and a do-it-all player is in as high of a demand as ever before.Teams are focusing their search more and more on a shortstop who can contribute offensively, and much of DoubleDay is hard at work trying to sleuth through

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-58397677903558340942009-03-27T20:13:00.000-07:002009-03-27T20:25:16.559-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYUnlike most honeymoons, newly minted general manager douglaslee hasn't gotten lucky.After being married to the Cleveland Captains franchise as the heralded savior-to-be, douglaslee has been anything but fortunate. His franchise suffered through a 0-11 start before enjoying its first win today.Upon joining the Captains, douglaslee said, "I am glad to be here in

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St. Louis Maroons: Possibly the best Starting rotation in the AL, St. Louis has come out so far allowing the fewest runs scored in the AL. Probably the biggest threat to being the "NEW" AL Champ. This season won't be the Boston/Albuquerque show...Huntington Heroes: Traded Inge for a future stud Closer and what some would all a good 1B with a great bat. They were still needing pitching until

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-10340705870810623782009-03-26T07:45:00.000-07:002009-03-26T07:55:34.700-07:00

Durham Tobacconists: World Series champs... What more can I say? They picked up SP Max Lopez off free agency to add to their already #1 rotation. However they have struggled in the first few games of the season. Don't let that fool you though, I still feel they are the team to beat.Toldedo Maumees: Toledo currently leading the division made a few moves in the off season acquiring Corky Grant and

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-62450742031685665362009-03-26T05:11:00.000-07:002009-03-26T05:26:22.360-07:00

Albuquerque Dukes: What can be said about this team that hasn't already been said? Last season AL favorites fell short in the ALCS to Boston.. This season making the right moves and being in probably one of the weaker divisions certainly will be beneficial to them. They have so far started out with an undefeated 7-0 record after facing San Francisco and Anaheim. Can they keep this trend up

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-50027640943069713682009-03-25T08:32:00.001-07:002009-03-25T08:32:52.286-07:00

The AL East is loaded with talent from what I see. First, you have the AL Champs Boston. Boston still has Jocko Sexson and Philip Parrish. But they lost Navarro when they dealt him to the World Series champions, Durham for BJ Crane, Magglio Blanco and a stud prospect.On paper they could be the best team hands down in the AL ... Boston is seen by most as the top pick in this division this season.

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-17572081743188585382009-03-23T14:55:00.000-07:002009-03-23T15:12:38.793-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYWhen talking about this upcoming season everyone is getting excited. A lot of changes happened during this offseason but only 1 owner was fired. One of the main changes recently is the Cleveland Captains were bought out by someone flashing around a ton of cash. Douglaslee, spent an undisclosed amount of money to get the Cleveland franchise from Turbohawk.Let the

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Otto JuddOaklandOaksAge: 28B/T: S/RBorn: New Hampton, NHPosition(s): RF/CIF/2B/LF/DHView Hardball Dynasty ProfileCareer highlights(3 seasons): 129 HR, 404 RBI, .309 BAArnold DoughertyChicagoWhalesAge: 29B/T: S/RBorn: Colfax, WAPosition(s): P (SP3)View Hardball Dynasty ProfileCareer Highlights(3 seasons): 25-14 record, 2.39 era, 269 K's, .228 OAVEmil RossAustinSwingAge: 25B/T: L/LBorn: Lincoln,

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Coming into Season Four of DoubleDay, the Huntington Heroes have a chip on their shoulder. Despite a top five offense and an above average pitching staff, they went home early last season when they missed a postseason berth by one game to Philadelphia and St. Louis. The year before that, their 88 win campaign was enough to get them an early exit when they missed the playoffs via tiebreaker. Many

Stillernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-45139180768255107132009-03-17T16:59:00.001-07:002009-03-17T17:13:19.672-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYNew YorkToday New York announced that they are willing to accept trade talks for AAA Shortstop Corky Grant. Grant, one of the fastest shortstops in the world along with being one of the few that can actually hit. The scout say this guy is going to be one of the few players coming out of the minors that will make a huge impact in the next season or 2..The only catch is

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-87247156274980116152009-03-16T11:54:00.000-07:002009-03-16T13:03:36.338-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYWith a theft of star-in-the-making Chris Mathews in their rear-view mirror, the Pittsburgh Crawfords, with man-of-few-words manager mjmage at the helm, are well positioned with an influx of young talent waiting in the wings in the minor leagues.In this edition, we look at the upstate Pittsburgh Crawfords by looking at some of the best players that Mathews will be

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By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYDespite being a concensus top pick, the Rule 5 Draft's best player is also the site of most of its controversy.With the first overall pick in Double Day's season four Rule 5 Draft, the Pittsburgh Crawfords added to their already formidable minor league system by acquiring 23-year-old Christopher Mathews, the sure-thing closer who is arguably among the most polished

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-38314183214349023602009-03-15T08:24:00.000-07:002009-03-15T09:20:07.170-07:00

Season 1 the biggest free agent on the mark was Luis Picasso. The bidding was fierce but in the end Boston's GM Keosawa handed Picasso the biggest contract to date in Double Day history with a 5 year $100 million deal. The criticism around the league regarding the size and length of the contract was heard for weeks saying that towards the end of his contract he'd just be an over paid DH.So how

Amerithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-10136774969697718022009-03-14T20:44:00.000-07:002009-03-14T20:47:37.124-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYOmaha Spikes (NL)austinfan1View Hardball Dynasty ProfileANDTampa Bay Seminoles (NL)amerithView Hardball Dynasty ProfileRumor going around is that Omaha is discussing a trade with Tampa Bay that involves LF/1B Lefty Moore and SP Hollandsworth. We will keep you updated on the progress of this trade possibility.

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-83782801795976869042009-03-14T20:16:00.000-07:002009-03-14T20:34:04.381-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYBaltimore,MDRafael SeanezBaltimoreLordsAge: 22B/T: R/RBorn: Hawthorne, CAPosition(s): 3BView Hardball Dynasty ProfileBaltimore owner stated tonight that AAA star Rafael Seanez is not available in any trade talks. He stated that any offer including him will be rejected with no response.

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-31483803142431387742009-03-14T19:55:00.001-07:002009-03-14T19:58:29.277-07:00

Anaheim Robins (AL)sirpercivalView Hardball Dynasty ProfileAnaheim Robins are in dire need of youth. They have managed to offload guy like Winston Ripken and Barry Broadhurst last season but they are still in need of some top tier talent. They have the 5th pick in this years amateur draft and could potentially land a good player on the rule 5. They still say anyone in the organization over 26 can

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-4594827909016185112009-03-14T19:49:00.000-07:002009-03-14T20:16:46.531-07:00

Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYHuntington,WVIt was announced that Hungtington is willing to trade RF Erv Hines. Hines is a career .312 hitter, he puts up great numbers every season and he's one of the top RF's in Doubleday. Huntington says they want a stud SP but rumors have been floating around that they want more then that. Hines is getting paid 9mil a season through season 7. Will Huntington be

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-59738309473740578162009-03-14T16:14:00.000-07:002009-03-14T16:16:31.323-07:00

By:Opey HigginsDOUBLEDAY DAILYHere is my reaction to Kyle Keough's FA analysis...Paul Park - El Paso Sun Kings ($10,850,000 (plus bonus) for one year; $7,100,000 for one year)Park started his career in Montreal, Where he went 4-9 before being traded to Tampa Bay. After that he picked up his game some but not a lot. He is a very overrated Pitcher that is undeserving of a $1,000,000.00 contract

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-70197735751897842232009-03-14T13:14:00.000-07:002009-03-14T14:12:44.974-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYIn one of the stronger free agency classes in recent memory, teams have had money to spend, and spend it they have. There have been plenty of good moves, and a fair share of not-so-good moves. In this edition of "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly," we look at just a few of the moves that have been made. So, from the brilliant to the boneheaded, here goes:Paul Park - El

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-75738754324009603932009-03-12T13:04:00.000-07:002009-03-12T13:28:23.070-07:00

Durham: Signed 3B Brian Washington and SP Max Lopez off FA. Both type A Free Agents are now going to the World Series Champions. Boston: Managed to have Billy Leonard and Brian Washington signed off free agency giving them two comp. picks. Now they hold the 31st, 32nd, 42nd and 43rd pick in this seasons amateur draft.Albuquerque: Traded Valerio Delgado and 2 other players to Kansas City for SP

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-40386276903281206772009-03-12T13:00:00.000-07:002009-03-12T13:03:25.651-07:00

San Francisco, CASF has mentioned how they'd trade ANYONE this season except C George Forrest. Since then we have not seen anything happen out of SF. We were unable to reach the owner for comment. We will continue to try to get a statement from the owner to see what his team needs are and what he plans on doing.

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-19175178792089811472009-03-12T12:57:00.000-07:002009-03-12T13:00:21.404-07:00

Tampa Bay, FLSeveral offers for SP Hollandsworth have surfaced but nothing has been released yet as to how serious those offers are. Tampa Bay owner, Amerith has been dissecting all the trades and using a magnifying glass to determine what's best. Latest news regarding the trade of Hollandsworth is that Montreal has turned down an offer to trade Robert Robinson in a 1 for 1 deal. The Autopsy

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-32583023610009603722009-03-10T19:14:00.001-07:002009-03-10T19:16:02.267-07:00

BIG HEADLINES FIRST 2 DAYS IN!Oswaldo Navarro GONE! Boston took a 3 for 1 deal that included 1b BJ Crane and stud C Russell Clark! Magglio Blanco was the 3rd piece to the trade but probably the least important. Durham finally has what you would call a legit power hitter on that offense. Dan Hudler will have some help getting them back to the World Series! Boston meanwhile downgraded slightly at

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-11373894597475117452009-03-10T13:55:00.000-07:002009-03-10T14:07:04.262-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY APSurprise, surprise. Hoss Collins is relocating.Hopefully, he's found a place to stay in pitcher-friendly St. Louis, where the Maroons put together a three-player package to acquire the talented pitcher's services today.The 25-year-old Collins, who finished season three 10-8 with a 3.33 ERA, was moved as part of a four-player deal. From St. Louis, SPs Virgil Hogan, Alvin

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-74289967059241674292009-03-10T13:49:00.000-07:002009-03-10T13:55:08.126-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY APAlbert Wall's stay in Albuquerque proved to be a short one.In a massive, four-player deal today, Albert Wall of the Albuquerque Dukes--who formed a punishing triumverate of sluggers with fellow behemoths Spike Logan and Philip Maxwell--has been sent, along with P Robinson Branson, for youngster Quinn Street and Harold Blair of the Oakland Oaks.It appears that the

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By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY APThe Colorado Grizzlies have just sent 1B Barry Broadhurst, who hit .357 with 52 HR and 151 RBIs last season between Colorado and Los Angeles, to the Montreal Shamrocks. Broadhurst is in the final year of his contract and is slated to be paid 6.5 million.Joining Broadhurst will be P Luke Bubsy, a young righty who is projected to be a very good future major league starter

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Another day, another series of rumors grip Double Day. With impending free agency almost a clock's strike away, teams feverishly are looking to move players:Tampa Bay's Big Names Made Available- The Tampa Bay Seminoles have put not just RF Pat Brantley on the block, but have opened up discussions for SP Steven Hollandsworth as well. Hollandsworth has long been the one untouchable on Tampa Bay's

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-74625208701834400332009-03-10T06:23:00.000-07:002009-03-12T12:48:21.440-07:00

Rumors are swirling around the Seminoles concerning who the team may be willing to trade. Names such as Steven Hollandsworth and Pat Brantley have been mentioned to name a few who may be up for trade for the right price. A trade of either or both players could signal a new direction for the team.

Amerithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-80378432421972827972009-03-09T13:15:00.000-07:002009-03-09T13:22:39.235-07:00

DOUBLEDAY DAILY SPECIAL NEWS REPORT!Chicago, ILIt has been announced that the Chicago Whales are interested in trading just about anyone on their ML Squad for some added POWER to the Outfield. The only players they mentioned that was not in the trade discussions are Pitchers Black and Dougherty. So if you have power to spare in the OF Chicago may just be interested in trading for it. I'm sure

Tomhighwaynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-63806937868016299132009-03-09T07:56:00.000-07:002009-03-09T08:02:07.258-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYIn this blog's 100th lifetime post (hold your applause, please), it seems fitting to patent our centennial with the inaugural opening of the season four trading season, which began once budgets were finalized early this morning.Already, two trades have been finalized. The first, between the St. Louis Maroons and and Montreal Shamrocks, has already drawn some ire from

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-65456073192877493772009-03-08T21:18:00.000-07:002009-03-08T21:34:31.856-07:00

Randall Becomes Free AgentLouisville (HBD) -- The Louisville Colonels announced today that they have decided not to offer a new contract to veteran pitcher Mike Randall, who thus becomes a free agent. "Mike was a big part of this team's success in season one," said G.M. Ralph Bedwell. "He was really an anchor in the bullpen and helped us to the first championship. Letting him go was a difficult

rebedwellnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-8932631419226820632009-03-08T12:53:00.000-07:002009-03-08T13:10:15.075-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYNot even a day into season four, and a slew of names have already been added to the trading block. The early theme of season four: postseason-level teams of the past two seasons are looking to cut salary and get younger in the process.Playoff Teams Put Big Names on the Block- Despite a superior season as the Dukes' center fielder, it appears that Albuquerque is

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-65035400016224505992009-03-08T12:47:00.000-07:002009-03-08T12:53:27.087-07:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDOUBLE DAY DAILYIn the hope of returning to prominence, the Kansas City Monarchs announced yesterday the sale of the franchise to new owner and manager newbiefng.Since making the playoffs with a 97-win season in season two, the Monarchs struggled through a 78-win season last year, in which they fell short of the division title in a tiebreaker against Salt Lake City.Now, new

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-41432108913500252002009-03-06T11:01:00.000-08:002009-03-06T11:11:00.277-08:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyMany purists will look to Durham's three-headed pitching monster--Rafaels Pena and Mercado and Miguel Alou--as the reason for the Tobacconists' World Series title. Their combined 9-1 postseason record set the standard for frontline rotations for seasons to come.But Durham's oft-forgotten MVP, Dan Hudler, cemented his place with perhaps the greatest postseason run for

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-14584124413484020652009-03-06T10:48:00.000-08:002009-03-06T11:01:23.521-08:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyA year removed from a 119-win season--and a shocking blow-up against rival Louisville--it appeared that the window to win a championship for the Durham Tobacconists might be closing.This season, after 109 wins, the Tobacconists were again embroiled in a tooth-and-nail fight to the end with the Colonels. They had been down this road before - Louisville clawed their

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-13237346894515869172009-03-03T20:19:00.000-08:002009-03-03T20:31:52.299-08:00

WORLD SERIES TROPHY STOLEN!Louisville (HBD) -- Louisville police are scratching their heads this evening over the brazen theft of the Doubleday World championship trophy from the offices of the two-time champion Louisville Colonels sim baseball team."There were no signs of forced entry, no locks were forced open, and the glass of the team's trophy case was not broken," said Detective Shirley

rebedwellnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-39631145471901926922009-02-28T11:45:00.000-08:002009-02-28T11:52:26.986-08:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyDespite a disappointing end to the season, Spike Logan of the Albuquerque Dukes will be entering the record books for a very different reason: he's the new record-holder for batting average.Logan hit .369 for the Dukes in season three, besting the previous mark of .368, which was set by Ray Sweeney of the Huntington Heroes in season two.Logan enjoyed a breakout

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By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyIn a meeting of AL champions from seasons one and two, the Albuquerque Dukes and the Boston Beaneaters was set to be a clash between high-profile offense. The star power was immense, and the subplots--Phil Maxwell returning to Boston, Phil Parrish returning to Albuquerque, and the infamous guarantee made by Beaneaters owner Keosawa--were numerous.In an offense-heavy

Keosawanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9105261915535688556.post-20084892063336939222009-02-24T09:16:00.000-08:002009-02-24T09:26:57.541-08:00

By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyIt didn't last long and it wasn't pretty - the Louisville Colonels uncerimoniously dismissed upstart Ottawa Great Lake St. in a battle between top contenders that quickly devolved into a route.It was the sort of beatdown that has become customary for the Colonels, who have yet to be challenged in the ALDS, as a lifetime 9-2 mark would imply.Louisville is starting to

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By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyDespite being tied for the second-best record in the majors, the Toledo Maumees (104-58) are one game away from elimination in the NL division play-in series against the Omaha Spikes (91-71).Omaha is coming off a 8-3 win at Toledo to take command of the best-of-five series. With the series tied 1-1, Toledo held a commanding 3-1 lead entering the ninth frame. It

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Just as all of the best offenses are located in the AL, the best pitching staffs reside in the NL. Powerhouses like Durham and Toledo get most of attention while teams with staffs just as good get less attention due to their inability to win 100+ games. Ottawa and Wichita are two teams that fall into this category. Ottawa boats the number 4 pitching staff in the NL while Wichita places 6th. These

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By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day DailyTwo teams that waited until the last day of the season to punch their playoff ticket will meet in the opening round of the American League playoffs.AL North division winner Salt Lake City (78-84) caught rival Toronto on the last day of the season, and with the tiebreaker in-hand, the Trappers will make their postseason debut against fellow postseason virgin St. Louis

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The playoffs get under way today, starting with the Divisional Play-In Round. Two of the teams that will be squaring off against each other in this round are the Jackson Senators and the Philadelphia Stars. These are two very different teams that ended their respective seasons on two completely opposite notes. After falling into a post All-Star break slump, interim GM/Manager Spokaneman was let

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By KYLE KEOUGHDouble Day APSome pitchers wait their entire careers to be certified as true stars.For Hoss Collins, it took nine innings.Oakland Oaks SP Hoss Collins went from tantalizing tease to the tantamount turnaround story of season three with a performance that'll be re-aired on local California television stations for the next twenty years, a once-in-a-generation-type pitching display that

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With only 10 games remaining on the schedule for Season 3 of Doubleday, much of the playoff picture has already been decided. Barring an Rbedwell curse or a complete collapse; Boston, Jackson, Albuquerque, Ottawa, Durham, Louisville, and Omaha will win their respective divisions. Toledo and Wichita also seem to have a firm hold on the two NL Wildcard spots. So whats left after that? Didn't we

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Some would say that the most potent offense is the team that hits the most Home runs. Some would say it's about how many runs you score in total. I would like to say it's about more then just those two things. Power is great to have but if you strikeout a ton and your OBP is lower then .335 it really doesn't matter how much power you have. An example would be the Cleveland Captains. They have 2

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This has been an enjoyable season so far in the Doubleday world.We've got our usual power teams in complete control of their respective divisions, such as Boston, Albuquerque, and Louisville to name a few.We've got close division races which will ultimately decide just who gets the title and who goes for the Wild Card, such as Durham/Toledo in the NL East and St. Louis/everyone else in the AL

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