In what I can only describe as a controversial headline hellbent on destroying the "destructobeam," fishwrap expert Bill Plunkett discusses the Mathis-conundrum. Notice the headline in the hard copy on Sunday linked here at my photobucket site: "Pitchers Lament Mathis' Departure" differs from the one that appeared in the on-line version: "Iannetta catching on at key position for Angels"
Continuing my laughable Topps cards of 2011 ... next up is the great Kazmir, certainly due for a breakout season in 2011.
Lyle Spencer also writes for Topps. This was on the latest issue 2011 Topps Jeff Mathis card that my son received at Angel Stadium in one of the Angel team packs.
Seems pathetic and desperate.
this has to be a conspiracy by the Rangers to keep Soth from playing Conger, right?
Matt Klaassen over at FanGraphs has rated the five worst bunts of the 2010 season by WPA. #5 on the list is our very own Jeff Mathis... Klaassen's quote to end all quotes: "Ah, Jeff Mathis, the homeless man’s Jason Kendall." How is it possible that even my eight year-old niece knows how bad Mathis is, but Soth and the gang can't seem to wrap their heads around the idea?
The Angels seem willing to listen on Mike Napoli, Jeff Mathis and their entire infield, which consists of Kendry Morales, Howie Kendrick, Erick Aybar and Chone Figgins.
They appear to have interest in young, high-upside pitchers, which could mean they're unsure they'll re-sign John Lackey after the season.