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I Do The Research, You Do The Readingjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.comBlogger394921100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-67822355174396636992011-07-20T09:25:00.001-05:002011-07-20T10:49:30.468-05:00Cardinals Minor League News & Notes 7-20-11Daniel Bibona: On The Long Road Backjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-16847168580188470492011-07-20T09:00:00.001-05:002011-07-20T10:53:52.803-05:001980s Macho Match Whitey Herzog Vs. Roger CraigToday, Tony La Russa manages the Cardinals with an intensity that gets turned up to maximum levels when matched against longtime rival and Reds manager Dusty Baker. A quarter-century ago, the same held true when Whitey Herzog of the Cardinals faced Roger Craig and the Giants.Retro Simbajrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-9941598832024691222011-07-20T08:45:00.004-05:002011-07-20T10:48:14.669-05:00Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-20-11Nick Stavinoha hits three-run homer in Memphis’ extra inning win. David Medina, Virgil Hill and Cesar Valera each drive in two as Batavia takes victory and share of first. Stalyn Lopez allowed one run over six in GCL win. Shane Robinson and Alex Castellanos each knock in two runs in Springfield loss.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-86913300767148344822011-07-20T05:57:00.001-05:002011-07-20T10:04:47.346-05:00Springfield Offense Wasted In LossThese days, the Springfield Cardinals' offense must feel a little like Charlie Brown.Springfield News-Leaderjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-26915460876228427032011-07-20T01:58:00.002-05:002011-07-20T10:02:04.282-05:00Omaha Unable To Hold Memphis 14th Inning FlightMemphis managed to steal the win going extra innings tonight against the Omaha Storm Chasers as the 'Birds bounced back from last night defeat to take it in the fourteenth inning 6-5 to even the series 1-1.Memphis Redbirds Official SiteA leadoff single to centerfield in the first inning by the Redbirds’ Adron Chambers quickly put to rest Tuesday night any hopes of Omaha tossing back-to-back jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-83573368348804735882011-07-20T01:17:00.002-05:002011-07-20T01:17:03.458-05:00Batavia Clubs Jamestown 10-2The Batavia Muckdogs turned up the offense against the Pinckney Division-leading Jamestown Jammers Tuesday night, winning 10-2 on the road.The Daily Newsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-23680184900744089952011-07-20T01:00:00.002-05:002011-07-20T10:33:48.271-05:00No Offers Yet For Ubaldo JimenezWhile plenty of teams continue to show interest in Colorado Rockies starter Ubaldo Jimenez, they’re still playing coy 11 days before the trading deadline. The Rockies haven’t received a single official offer for the right-hander yet, according to a club source.Yahoojrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-54845329745225402012011-07-20T00:25:00.002-05:002011-07-20T01:21:58.444-05:00Nick Punto Stays Off DL After Drastic Action; Kyle McClellan's Workload; C.J. McElroy Signed; Extra Bases...Cardinals infielder Nick Punto was, in his words, so "emotionally distraught" Sunday about his uncooperative elbow and potentially a third trip to the disabled list that he did what his father suggested. He sneaked down into the batting cage at Cincinnati and channeled all that frustration into one violent throw.STL Todayjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-78523837396656615762011-07-20T00:01:00.001-05:002011-07-20T09:34:32.176-05:00Ryan Mulhern Signed By SeibuRyan Mulhern certainly made the most of his six weeks in Mexico. After arriving in Saltillo on June 3, the outfielder proceeded to tear the cover off the baseball, battering Mexican League pitching to the tune of a .366 average with 13 homers and 46 RBIs in 36 games.Baseball Mexicojrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-24206347728049010402011-07-19T23:58:00.002-05:002011-07-20T00:41:59.344-05:00Slugfest Goes To Tulsa 17-11Having put together a comeback of monumental proportions, the Springfield Cardinals were an inning and a half away from a most improbable win.Springfield Cardinals Official SiteTim Wheeler hit a tie-breaking, two-run home run after striking out four times already, and the Tulsa Drillers came from ahead, and then behind, to beat the Springfield Cardinals 17-11 in a wild Tuesday night at Hammons jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-35318720212679659902011-07-19T23:38:00.001-05:002011-07-20T01:12:49.059-05:00Jason Isringhausen Comes Full Circle With SaveOn July 6, 1999, Mets reliever Jason Isringhausen threw three scoreless innings against a team that no longer exists in a stadium that is now a parking lot to earn the first save of his career.Mets Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-79143288051717888352011-07-19T23:33:00.001-05:002011-07-20T10:09:07.436-05:00Victor Sanchez Takes Simple ApproachA shortened swing has extended the success Quad-Cities infielder Victor Sanchez is having at the plate for the red-hot River Bandits.Quad-City Timesjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-76858148563990353612011-07-19T23:30:00.001-05:002011-07-20T01:00:01.956-05:00Omaha's Luis Mendoza Gets No-Hitter After Almost Losing ItIt was a no-hitter. Then it wasn’t. And then, apparently, it was.Royals farmhand Luis Mendoza threw his second career Pacific Coast League no-hitter in Class AAA Omaha’s 4-0 victory Monday at Memphis.Kansas City Starjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-68861713019924636222011-07-19T23:22:00.003-05:002011-07-20T10:45:15.611-05:00Mets Beat Cardinals 4-2: Lance Berkman Solo HR; Kyle Lohse 1 RBIIndividual Highlights:Jon Jay 1-for-3 with one walk.Lance Berkman 1-for-3 with one home run, one RBI, two runs, and one walk.Daniel Descalso 1-for-1 at the plate.Mitch Boggs entered in the seventh and pitched one inning. He allowed one hit and no runs. (p-s:12-7)(g/f:1-2)Jason Motte entered in the eighth and pitched one inning. He allowed one hit and no runs. (p-s:18-11)(g/f:1-1)(ir-s:1-0)Roughjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-30895964535769244492011-07-19T23:06:00.001-05:002011-07-19T23:39:12.123-05:00Jamestown Falls To Batavia, 10-2The Batavia Muckdogs raced out to an early lead and never looked back with a win, 10-2, over the Jamestown Jammers and move into a first-place tie with the purple and green at Diethrick Park Tuesday night.Batavia Muckdogs Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-82977630502916512792011-07-19T22:48:00.001-05:002011-07-19T23:35:22.601-05:00Palm Beach Drops Third Straight To Brevard CountyThe Palm Beach Cardinals (13-13, 42-53) grounded into four double plays, committed three errors and were out-hit 13-6 in a 6-3 loss to the Brevard County Manatees (11-12, 38-55) in game three of a four-game series Tuesday night at Roger Dean Stadium. Palm Beach Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-56316600054750377662011-07-19T22:40:00.000-05:002011-07-19T23:17:10.336-05:00Bolstered Mets Turn To R.A. Dickey Against CardinalsIt could just be one game, or it could be the start of something big. The Mets got All-Star shortstop Jose Reyes back in the lineup Tuesday and pulled back to .500 with a victory over the Cardinals, and they'll try to push their way to a winning record with R.A. Dickey matched against Kyle McClellan on Wednesday.Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-14809244706094059502011-07-19T22:15:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:20:17.483-05:00Diamondbacks Interested In Jason IsringhausenThree other right-handers – the Nationals’ Todd Coffey, Mets’ Jason Isringhausen and Blue Jays’ Jason Frasor – also are drawing interest from the D-Backs, sources say.Fox Sportsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-27896657126151064402011-07-19T20:55:00.000-05:002011-07-20T00:58:39.568-05:00Memphis Protests No-HitterThe Memphis coaching staff, led by manager Chris Maloney – who, incidentally, was ejected during the 5th inning last night – is protesting the scoring decision and has filed a formal appeal to the Pacific Coast League office. A final decision could be made within the next 24-48 hours.WOWTjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-70718624930398638832011-07-19T19:56:00.003-05:002011-07-20T00:36:18.400-05:00Cardinals New York Minutes 7-19-11News from the St. Louis Cardinals at Citi Field in New York as the three-game series begins.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-41723163376503829052011-07-19T19:39:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:32:14.070-05:00On The Mend, Nick Punto Won't Land On DL; Cardinals Ink Draft Pick C.J. McElroy To Deal; Tidbits...Nick Punto utilized some unusual therapy to move forward with his troublesome right elbow.Cardinals Official SiteThe St. Louis Cardinals have sent newly-signed outfielder C.J. McElroy to the Gulf Coast League.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-34036115120162726712011-07-19T19:11:00.002-05:002011-07-20T00:33:14.246-05:00Ryan Theriot Receives Two-Game SuspensionAdmitting he was somewhat surprised to be suspended, Cardinals shortstop Ryan Theriot said Tuesday that he will appeal his two-game suspension from Major League Baseball. The league announced Tuesday that Theriot will be suspended and fined for his actions in Sunday's game in Cincinnati.Cardinals Official SiteSt. Louis Cardinals shortstop Ryan Theriot was suspended for two games and fined for jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-46036547982602919282011-07-19T19:08:00.001-05:002011-07-20T01:16:23.805-05:00Scott Rolen Gets One More Day To Rest ShoulderScott Rolen was held out of the Reds lineup for the second straight day Tuesday in order to rest his shoulder, but manager Dusty Baker said the third baseman would be back Wednesday for the series finale against the Pirates.Reds Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-40245803700381061552011-07-19T17:19:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:11:27.657-05:00Nationals Designate Chad Gaudin For An AssignmentNationals right-hander Chad Gaudin has been reinstated from the 15-day disabled list and then designated for assignment.Al Nats All The Timejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-22899985420380738392011-07-19T17:00:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:16:31.925-05:00Cardinals Look To Avoid Trading Major League Roster PlayersJim Bowden Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-37358501909779828752011-07-19T16:57:00.000-05:002011-07-20T09:47:19.807-05:00Reds Daniel Tuttle Suspended 50 GamesThe Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that Cincinnati Reds Minor League right-handed pitcher Daniel Tuttle has received a 50-game suspension after a second violation of the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program for a drug of abuse.MLB Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-44883200019627738182011-07-19T16:47:00.000-05:002011-07-20T00:18:10.108-05:00Reds Interested In Coco CrispThe two names that currently interest them, according to sources: Seattle's Chone Figgins and Oakland's Coco Crisp.CBS Sportsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-73915828243472476042011-07-19T15:25:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:24:11.971-05:00Cesar Izturis To Begin Rehab At GCL On FridayRoch Kubatko Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-54579930967856656722011-07-19T13:25:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:27:00.701-05:00Reds Interested In Jason IsringhausenMeanwhile, sources said, the Reds have had internal discussions about a number of middle and setup relievers. The list includes Jim Johnson and Koji Uehara of the Baltimore Orioles; Jason Isringhausen of the New York Mets; Jason Frasor of the Toronto Blue Jays; and Todd Coffey of the Washington Nationals.Fox Sportsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-71383241741468568962011-07-19T13:20:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:13:20.133-05:00Reds Sign Jonathan PerezThe Reds have agreed to terms with 16-year-old Venezuelan righthander Jonathan Perez for $825,000, according to an international source.Baseball Americajrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-62096583754199445862011-07-19T12:00:00.001-05:002011-07-20T00:49:35.170-05:00Dodgers Sign Mike ParisiLong Island Ducks team officials today announced that pitcher Mike Parisi has been signed by the Los Angeles Dodgers organization and will report to their Triple-A affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He becomes the second Duck in 2011 to be signed by an affiliated club and the third overall (Lenny DiNardo, Athletics and Valerio de los Santos, Mexico).Atlantic League Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-86225842565761180002011-07-19T10:00:00.000-05:002011-07-20T00:15:03.343-05:00Indians Eyeing Ryan LudwickJon Heyman Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-68667408638322614532011-07-19T09:45:00.000-05:002011-07-19T11:52:01.875-05:00Quad Cities River Bandits Notebook 7-19-1Outfielder Oscar Taveras earned selection as Midwest League Player of the Week after batting .600 during a 4-2 week by the Bandits.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-52651758866346701842011-07-19T09:00:00.000-05:002011-07-19T12:05:37.744-05:00Lance Lynn Makes Move To Bullpen With St. LouisLance Lynn had a feeling he would be back in the majors soon when the St. Louis Cardinals optioned him to Triple-A Memphis on June 10 after a pair of spot starts.Citizen-Timesjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-27973233982755703162011-07-19T08:50:00.002-05:002011-07-19T11:47:23.383-05:00Cardinals Major League Notebook 7-19-11The Cardinals enter Citi Field Tuesday to take on the New York Mets with a shaky starting trio slated to pitch.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-21714378700719466042011-07-19T08:45:00.003-05:002011-07-19T11:44:27.753-05:00Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-19-11Roberto De La Cruz singles, doubles, and homers twice in Johnson City win. Dail Villanueva allows one run over five innings In GCL extra innings victory. Rafael Medina, Daniel Barbuena each drive in two runs in DSL win. Memphis puts up zeroes in first ever no-hitter at AutoZone Park.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-83777866314478869642011-07-19T06:48:00.001-05:002011-07-19T11:37:56.995-05:00Buzz Bissenger On The ITD Morning After 7-19-11Buzz Bissenger Joins the Show to Talk About Having a Good Time on Twitter Because He Is Allowed to Say What He Feels, I Did Manage to Put My Home Phone Number on Twitter Friday Afternoon, When Is Sharing Considered Going Over the Line a Little Bit, Facebook Is a Joke and Who Cares What You Had for Breakfast, I Know You Were Tight with TLR at One Time But You Aren't Tight Anymore, and You Have jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-33762916666954245062011-07-19T02:05:00.002-05:002011-07-19T11:13:49.769-05:00Springfield Report 7-19-11: Mike Blazek & The Springfield 10-Game Winners; Matt Adams Moves Closer To Colby RasmusTulsa Drillers vs. Springfield Cardinals, 7:07 p.m. at Hammons FieldSpringfield News-Leaderjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-19189442651949122512011-07-19T02:04:00.002-05:002011-07-19T10:55:13.850-05:00Kelvin Jimenez Gives Up Three Runs Over Five & A Third In Rakuten 3-2 LossYakyubakajrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-70734453777066830492011-07-19T02:02:00.001-05:002011-07-19T10:51:43.680-05:00Brian Falkenborg Tosses Scoreless Inning For Save In Softbank 4-1 WinYakyubakajrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-84786834905191121472011-07-19T02:01:00.000-05:002011-07-19T10:49:57.508-05:00Hiroshima Signs Brian BardenThe Carp announced today that they signed 30-year-old INF Brian Barden to a deal worth about 15M yen (US$200,000) plus incentives. He was also assigned the number 35.Yakyubakajrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-50540582208535871272011-07-19T02:00:00.000-05:002011-07-19T10:34:34.082-05:00Tony Pena Nominated For Latino Baseball Hall Of FameThe Tony Pena, Mateo Rojas Alou, Mario Melvin Soto and George Bell, listed as the first pre-selected to choose who will be inducted at the third Ceremonial Hall of Fame's Latino.Listin Diariojrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-90227102435130053122011-07-19T01:58:00.000-05:002011-07-19T01:58:00.485-05:00Mark DeRosa Optimistic After Rehab GamesThere were times, Mark DeRosa said Monday, when he thought his latest wrist injury would end his career. That's part of the reason why his first rehab games with Class A Advanced San Jose were so encouraging to the 36-year-old utility man.Giants Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-73674976875817001562011-07-19T00:44:00.001-05:002011-07-19T11:06:36.459-05:00Omaha Closes Door On MemphisThe Redbirds have been unable to shake the losing slump since the All-Star break going 1-6 in the current home stand, most recent loss to American Northern division leader the Omaha Storm Chaser who run with the lead as the Redbirds fall four games back.Memphis Redbirds Official SitePitcher Luis Mendoza was all smiles as he struck out Redbirds hitter Andrew Brown for the final out Monday night, jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-33252080985218969322011-07-19T00:20:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:28:19.192-05:00Could Kyle McClellan Be Moving Back To Bullpen?Kyle McClellan projected in late January as what he had always been in the major leagues: a versatile, well-conditioned righthanded reliever whose ability to deal effectively with lefthanded bats enhanced his value.STL Todayjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-66895308385249174082011-07-19T00:15:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:30:05.784-05:00Cardinals Work To Rebuild Field Following ConcertWhen Bill Findley came aboard as the assistant head groundskeeper at Busch Memorial Stadium in 1996, the old ballpark was just switching over from artificial turf to grass.STL Todayjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-51091283312807519742011-07-19T00:11:00.004-05:002011-07-19T11:14:35.184-05:00Tulsa Homers Past Springfield 13-8Back at Hammons Field for a short four game homestand, the heat and wind blowing out to left field played a big role as the Springfield Cardinals took on the Tulsa Drillers in game one of their series.Springfield Cardinals Official SiteShortstop Hector Gomez, a .209 hitter, delivered a season-high seven RBIs on four hits — including two home runs, one a grand slam — as the Tulsa Drillers ripped jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-81504783556800312212011-07-19T00:01:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:31:34.352-05:00Al Hrabosky Set To Call Cardinals Games In New YorkLongtime Cardinals television announcer Al Hrabosky is scheduled to remain in the Fox Sports Midwest booth for the Cards' series that starts tonight in New York as he continues to recover from a procedure that left him without his normal voice strength and resonance.STL Todayjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-76715169193962628552011-07-18T23:50:00.002-05:002011-07-19T00:54:08.369-05:00Cardinals Minor League Talk On "The High Road"Late last week, I joined host Allen Vaughan on his daily show, “The High Road” on Springfield’s Jock 98.7 FM. The station is well-known as the radio home of the Double-A Springfield Cardinals. Vaughan is also one of the owners/founders of Springfield’s TAG Magazine, a great resource for folks in Southwest Missouri.The Cardinal Nation Blogjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-26875440158074281182011-07-18T23:45:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:14:59.184-05:00Diamondbacks To Release Aaron HeilmanJack Magruder Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-50416953241889772412011-07-18T23:18:00.002-05:002011-07-19T00:01:01.687-05:00Princeton Quick Start Buried By Johnson City Long Ball Attack, 4-1The Princeton Rays got off to a quick start against the Johnson City Cardinals on July 18 at Princeton's Hunnicutt Field but could not withstand the home run barrage from Johnson City as they fell 4-1 to the Cardinals in Appalachian League play.Princeton Rays Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-9490714583506411132011-07-18T23:13:00.002-05:002011-07-18T23:48:19.985-05:00Palm Beach Blows Six-Run Lead In 8-7 LossThe Palm Beach Cardinals (13-12, 42-52) blew a six-run lead and were unable take advantage of four RBI from Domnit Bolivar in an 8-7 loss to the Brevard County Manatees (10-12, 37-55) Monday night in game two of a four-game series at Roger Dean Stadium. Palm Beach Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-6200449552342387652011-07-18T22:39:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:52:32.033-05:00Jose Reyes To Return As Albert Pujols, Cardinals Hit New YorkAfter a little more than two weeks, the Mets will be welcoming back baseball's most exciting player of the first half to their lineup Tuesday.Mets Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-26201792663359662502011-07-18T22:24:00.001-05:002011-07-18T23:56:30.310-05:00Seventh Innings Charge Lifts Auburn Over BataviaThree seventh inning runs by the Auburn Doubledays propelled them over the Batavia Muckdogs at Falcon Park on Monday night. A walk, three singles, and a timely throwing error helped the Doubledays plate three runs, coming from two runs down and defeating the Muckdogs, 4-3.Auburn Doubledays Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-12774412154873947862011-07-18T22:17:00.001-05:002011-07-18T23:38:09.551-05:00Luis Mendoza Almost Throws No-Hitter For Omaha Against MemphisLuis Mendoza authored a complete-game one-hitter as Omaha shut out Memphis, 4-0, Monday night in the opener of a crucial four-game set at Auto Zone Park. The Storm Chasers won their third in a row to improve to 53-43 and increase their lead over the Redbirds to four games in the American Conference North Division.Omaha Storm Chasers Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-66321538838539779542011-07-18T20:03:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:23:04.105-05:00Nicked Up Scott Rolen Gets Reprieve In OpenerThird baseman Scott Rolen isn't the type of guy who would ask his manager for a day off because of a sore shoulder, Reds manager Dusty Baker said. So, sometimes Baker has to make the decision for him.Reds Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-63925321848120168512011-07-18T20:00:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:59:06.426-05:00Bob Gibson Nearly Was Unbeatable Against MetsFrom 1964 through 1966, Bob Gibson compiled a 12-1 record against the Mets. His only loss in that period was by the score of 1-0.Retro Simbajrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-28459379208141183272011-07-18T18:22:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:18:49.512-05:00Placido Polanco's Back Problem Lingers, Requests A ShotPlacido Polanco is a frustrated man.The discomfort from a bulging disc in his lower back is lingering, so he approached the Phillies training staff today at Wrigley Field and told them that he would like to receive a cortisone injection to speed up the recovery process.The Zo Zonejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-82355549895172389732011-07-18T18:07:00.001-05:002011-07-18T23:28:45.492-05:00Inbox: Lance Berkman A Long-Term Solution?Welcome to the Cardinals Inbox. As always, if you have a question, use the link above to submit it -- and please be sure to include your first name, last initial and hometown. If you send a regular e-mail, rather than using the form, be certain to use the word "mailbag" in the subject header -- otherwise your mail may be directed to the spam folder or possibly be ignored in an unbecoming manner. jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-55989382506438838272011-07-18T17:32:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:48:00.167-05:00Cardinals Minor League News & Notes 7-18-11Nick Additon: Shouldn't Be Gone LongAdam Ottavino: Back After Two Weeksjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-6279364892847006912011-07-18T17:30:00.000-05:002011-07-19T00:31:15.542-05:00Source: Carlos Beltran Salary CoveredThere are no shortage of suitors for Carlos Beltran as the trade deadline approaches. And the New York Mets are demanding top-notch young talent in return for the outfielder because they are willing to cover his remaining salary, according to a major league source.ESPNjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-3706158099194065862011-07-18T17:10:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:11:23.664-05:00Rays, Nationals, Red Sox, & Others Called About Colby RasmusJon Heyman Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-69642221516757560022011-07-18T16:54:00.002-05:002011-07-18T23:54:33.585-05:00Bowling Green Shuts Out Quad CitiesThe Quad Cities River Bandits were held hitless Monday until Victor Sanchez (1-for-3) hit a single with one out in the fifth inning. Quad Cities lost 6-0 to the Bowling Green Hot Rods in front of 1,948 fans on a steamy Monday afternoon at Modern Woodmen Park, The Bandits were held scoreless for the first time since a June 9 shutout to the Lansing Lugnuts.Quad-City TimesAfter winning jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-2721197404312080332011-07-18T15:32:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:50:28.064-05:00Three Key Players To Watch In The NLEarlier, I looked at three key American League players. Here are three guys in the National League who could provide a big in-house improvement the rest of the way. ESPNjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-57124801876835221712011-07-18T15:15:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:20:13.068-05:00Cesar Izturis Rehab Assignment Pushed BackRoch Kubatko Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-62634495984815354722011-07-18T15:09:00.001-05:002011-07-18T23:58:24.620-05:00Johnson City Returns Home July 24-30Johnson City Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-12707670008742573492011-07-18T14:40:00.002-05:002011-07-19T11:49:16.828-05:00Oscar Taveras Named Midwest League Player Of The WeekMidwest LeagueOscar Taveras, Quad Cities.600/.643/.960, 6 G, 15-for-25, 4 2B, 3B, HR, 5 RBI, 10 R, 2 BB, 2 KTaveras has struggled with a hamstring injury suffered the first weekend of the season, but missing three weeks in April and another month from mid-May to mid-June hasn't cooled his bat at all. He has hits in 33 of his 39 games this season, is currently riding a 12-game hitting streak, and jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-57372486994499471142011-07-18T14:30:00.002-05:002011-07-18T23:32:51.354-05:00Bernie Bytes 7-18-11: Disappointing Series For CardinalsThe Cardinals blew a great opportunity to push the Reds into a deeper hole in the NL Central. It was an irritating series to watch from a St. Louis perspective. The Cardinals gave away Friday's game. Sunday, it was astounding to see their offense manage only one run, on a homer by Lance Berkman, against Reds pitcher Homer Bailey.Bernie's Five Minutesjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-80000512606417733212011-07-18T14:20:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:21:40.685-05:00Royals Willing To let Jeff Suppan Go To Major League Team Needing HelpJon Heyman Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-61736062503210333162011-07-18T13:58:00.000-05:002011-07-18T23:30:40.706-05:00Round Two: What's Wrong With Jake Westbrook?QUESTION: What do you think has happened to Jake Westbrook (5.26 ERA) this season?STL Todayjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-23223544298884692011-07-18T13:15:00.003-05:002011-07-19T01:14:47.809-05:00Nationals Listening To Offers On Drew Storen, Tyler Clippard, & Todd Coffey; Target Colby Rasmus & OthersThe Nats are listening on Storen and Clippard, but will trade one of them only if they can improve long-term by filling a specific need, according to one source with knowledge of the club’s thinking.Fox Sportsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-11815134267105899152011-07-18T12:00:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:01:12.286-05:002011 Sleeper Alert! List Review, Part TwoJohn Gast, LHP, St. Louis Cardinals: 3.95 ERA with 59/28 K/BB in 82 innings for High-A Palm Beach, but stronger numbers after moving up to Double-A, 2.70 ERA with 22/6 K/BB in 20 innings for Springfield. 1.54 GO/AO combined. Age 22. Looks very good right now, rating was based on statistics, scouting, and intuitionMinor League Balljrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-76814779125718155482011-07-18T10:57:00.000-05:002011-07-19T01:10:20.725-05:00Brady Raggio Joins Reno Broadcast TeamEstes will serve as the Aces’ color analyst for a portion of the televised games this season, alongside play-by-play man Ryan Radtke. Also joining the broadcast team are a pair of former professional players — Brady Raggio and Zak Basch.RGJjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-41898974751936582662011-07-18T10:56:00.001-05:002011-07-19T11:03:59.953-05:00Daric Barton At Career Crossroad In MinorsWhen the 2011 season began, Daric Barton and Kevin Kouzmanoff never expected to be where they are today.Athletics Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-17395958943577947102011-07-18T10:49:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:26:47.782-05:00Future Shock: Monday Morning Ten Pack 7-18-11Baseball Prospectusjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-84742660133136097112011-07-18T10:21:00.000-05:002011-07-18T23:34:27.340-05:00Jon Jay Flourishes As Colby Rasmus StrugglesThe contrasts between Cardinals outfielders Jon Jay and Colby Rasmus are endless and fascinating.Experts projected Jay as a reliable No. 4 outfielder and Rasmus as a potential “five-tool” standout in center field.Tipsheetjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-32189638870769322742011-07-18T08:00:00.004-05:002011-07-19T00:46:23.630-05:00Johnson City Cardinals Notebook 7-18-11DH/3B Roberto De La Cruz hit three home runs to lead an eleven home run barrage by Johnson City this week.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-14645145699854567302011-07-18T07:07:00.000-05:002011-07-19T00:38:33.456-05:00Ken Rosenthal On The ITD Morning After 7-18-11Bertie Higgins battles love like the best of us. Ken Rosenthal joins us for the Rosenthal Report. The trade deadline is fast approaching. The Cardinals are exploring all options right now. There are plenty of relievers out there. Inside STLjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-35680761699022525572011-07-18T07:00:00.004-05:002011-07-19T00:43:21.783-05:00Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-18-1143rd selection Chris Costantino tosses no-hitter in NECBL. Tyler Greene drives in two runs in Memphis loss. Chris Swauger plates three runs in Springfield defeat. Chris Corrigan goes two scoreless but Palm Beach is shut out. Boone Whiting strikes out eight over seven in Quad Cities win. Virgil Hill Knocks in four runs in Batavia victory.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-74697677934491736102011-07-18T02:26:00.001-05:002011-07-19T00:37:12.710-05:00Batavia Wins Weekend Games, Tie For Division LeadThe Batavia Muckdogs have been as hot as the weather recently, which has vaulted the squad into a tie at the top of the New York-Pennsylvania League’s Pinckney Division standings.The Daily Newsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-57578005983695122482011-07-18T02:00:00.001-05:002011-07-18T23:45:30.670-05:00David Kopp Thrives On Positive OutlookIn the downtimes, when pitching prospect David Kopp was sidelined after shoulder surgeries, he would remind himself of all the positives. Mainly, he would remind himself that the real world wasn't tugging at his coattails, er, jersey.Springfield News-Leaderjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-37988718143785258942011-07-18T00:15:00.002-05:002011-07-18T00:58:32.464-05:00Nick Punto Avoids DL, At Least For Now; A Strange Reunion; Etc...The availability of Nick Punto becomes curiouser and curiouser.The day after manager Tony La Russa and his utility infielder acknowledged that significant elbow pain would force Punto to the disabled list for a third time this season, the club has put on hold any roster move.STL Todayjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-39386178234194357292011-07-18T00:01:00.002-05:002011-07-18T01:09:53.659-05:00Round Rock Grabs Early Lead, Answers All Memphis RalliesNever out of it, but never quite in it.Playing from behind the whole game, the Memphis Redbirds (48-46) made a series of runs at regaining a lead. Each time, however, Round Rock (56-38) pulled further ahead again en route to an 8-5 victory Sunday in front of 5,234 fans at AutoZone Park.Memphis Commercial Appealjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-71176223766133425202011-07-17T23:25:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:03:32.153-05:00Fort Worth Brings Scott Vander Weg BackMichala Perreault Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-51994114266540514662011-07-17T23:19:00.001-05:002011-07-17T23:56:51.444-05:00Memphis Unable To Catch Round RockThe 'Birds tried to play catch up tonight but did not succeed as Round Rock Express took four of the five games this series, the final game ending 8-5 after the 'Birds were down from the start and couldn't break from behind.Memphis Redbirds Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-79317759930521826692011-07-17T22:20:00.001-05:002011-07-17T22:34:02.076-05:00NW Arkansas Outlasts Springfield 7-5The Cardinals had a chance to take three of four from Northwest Arkansas in the series finale Sunday night. A victory would mean back to back series wins for the first time since the end of May.Springfield Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-35490003617389111962011-07-17T21:30:00.003-05:002011-07-18T00:38:08.359-05:00Dominican Summer League Notebook 7-17-11The Dominican Summer League Cardinals struggled to a 1-6 week. Amauris Capellan is among the team's hot hitters.The Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-60844678670201579332011-07-17T21:21:00.002-05:002011-07-17T22:55:59.675-05:00Home Runs Give Johnson City A Win In Series FinaleThe Johnson City Cardinals wrapped up a homestand with 6-4 victory over the Princeton Rays Sunday thanks to a pair of eighth-inning solo home runs.Johnson City Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-53663488193680943882011-07-17T20:10:00.001-05:002011-07-17T22:38:37.848-05:00Palm Beach Manages Just Three Hits In 7-0 LossThe Palm Beach Cardinals (13-11, 42-51) were out-hit 11-3 and managed just five baserunners all night in a 7-0 shutout loss to the Brevard County Manatees (9-12, 36-55) Sunday evening in game one of a four-game series at Roger Dean Stadium. Palm Beach Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-35582964914287206522011-07-17T19:50:00.001-05:002011-07-19T01:19:23.815-05:00Joel Piniero, Angels Undone By Eight-Run FirstFourteen Athletics came to the plate in the first inning in front of 26,115 on a sunny Sunday. By the time it finally ended on a line drive to right field with the bases loaded, the tote board showed eight runs, seven earned, all at the expense of Pineiro's battered ERA and bruised feelings.Angels Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-4197115524622478362011-07-17T18:41:00.003-05:002011-07-17T22:45:23.529-05:00Boone Whiting, Quad Cities Take Second Straight From Bowling GreenDespite allowing two early runs, Boone Whiting (2-1) and the River Bandits rolled past the Bowling Green Hot Rods on their way to an 8-4 win at Modern Woodmen Park on Sunday afternoon in front of 2,373 fans.Quad Cities River Bandits Official SiteAfter giving up hits to three of the first five batters he faced, Quad-Cities starter Boone Whiting didn't give an inch.Quad-City Timesjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-24197776490537491702011-07-17T18:33:00.001-05:002011-07-17T23:26:59.849-05:00Orioles Purchase Mark Worell's COntract From Triple-AWith Alfredo Simon expected to be placed on the restricted list, the Orioles will also call up an additional arm in right-hander Mark Worrell, as well as third baseman Josh Bell. Worrell is not on the 40-man roster and would have to be added, with the most logical corresponding move being transferring second baseman Brian Roberts to the 60-day disabled list.Orioles Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-49096472927092848042011-07-17T18:28:00.007-05:002011-07-17T21:55:12.934-05:00Nick Punto Could Be Headed To DL; Ryan Theriot Ejected After Arguing Play At Second; Tony LaRussa Scraps Plan To Rest David Freese In Finale; Etc...Nick Punto was not scheduled to travel with the Cardinals to New York following a 3-1 loss on Sunday, as the team sought another medical opinion on the utility infielder.Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-81072935602525217332011-07-17T17:32:00.005-05:002011-07-19T00:44:06.935-05:00Reds beat Cardinals 3-1: Lance Berkman Solo HR; Jaime Garcia K's 6 Over 7 InningsIndividual Highlights:Matt Holliday 1-for-3 with one walk and one strikeout.Lance Berkman 1-for-4 with one home run, one RBI, and one run.Jon Jay one walk.Skip Schumaker 1-for-2 and one throwing error.Nick Punto 1-for-1 at the plate.Jaime Garcia started and pitched seven innings. He allowed six hits, two runs (one earned), threw two wild pitches, and struck six out for the losing decision (9-4).jrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-7314313083935388622011-07-17T17:18:00.002-05:002011-07-18T00:34:06.741-05:00Cardinals Minor League News & Notes 7-17-11Freddie Bynum: This Time Is Really Bad TimingNick Derba: Off & UpEdgar Lara: Beached In PalmKyle Conley: Short Move Backjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-4539967481644352042011-07-17T17:03:00.001-05:002011-07-17T21:56:50.935-05:00Torrid Albert Pujols Leads Cardinals To Big Apple To Face MetsThe Cardinals and Mets are both seeing surges out of sluggers in the hearts of their respective lineups heading into a three-game series beginning Tuesday. For one club, it's coming from a likely source. For the other, not so much.Cardinals Official Sitejrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-64817049641011150602011-07-17T16:15:00.001-05:002011-07-17T23:20:03.805-05:00Red Sox Haves Asked Padres About Ryan LudwickBuster Olney Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-58212671565355616022011-07-17T14:30:00.001-05:002011-07-17T23:29:23.490-05:00Teams Concerned About Heath Bell's Drop In Strikeout RateKen Rosenthal Twitterjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-41672271671386382442011-07-17T14:20:00.005-05:002011-07-18T00:28:08.510-05:00Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-17-11The St. Louis Cardinals minor league affiliates went 5-2 on Saturday. Highlights included a strong pitching performance from Joe Kelly and a big day at the plate for Oscar TaverasThe Cardinal Nationjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6590944770131189793.post-31848842887114231612011-07-17T13:36:00.002-05:002011-07-17T23:35:28.609-05:00Cardinals Scout Edwin JacksonThe Cardinals, Brewers and Red Sox were among the teams that scouted Jackson’s start on Saturday, according to the Chicago Tribune.Fox Sportsjrocke217http://www.blogger.com/profile/17433461981065206329noreply@blogger.com0