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OOTPRealTime · 02-12-2014, 10:40 AM

First of all, I am working with “Bigrod” who has completed most of the 2014 schedule (really just worried about the MLB schedule) to get that loaded in. I’d like to have the real schedule. Also, I have changed the “Tucson Padres” to the “El Paso Chihuahuas” in the PCL and did the realignment of that AAA league. That moves Memphis to the American-Southern division with Nashville (MIL), New Orleans (MIA) and Round Rock (TEX). I’m going to be updating the logos, caps and jerseys for 2014 as they become available.

Everybody is here and accounted for. We are officially in Spring Training 2014! It’s a good feeling to be in Jupiter, Florida and we begin our trek to a Championship right here, right now. I quickly met with Mike Matheny and Derek Lilliquist to discuss our pre-Spring plan for our pitchers. We talked about each and every arm in camp - just to make sure we are on the same page. I stay in the background for the most part early on in camp. I’ll start make decisions with Mike as we get to some cut days. Our first Spring Training game is exactly 17 days from today. We plan on our first cut on Monday, March 3rd and make cuts as needed as we go along to get to our 25-man roster. Again, we are hoping for two things: 1.) growth in all areas of our club and 2.) HEALTH!

I spoke with the agent for Joba Chamberlain and when he told me that they still needed more time, I held up my end of the deal and told him that we were no longer to be considered. He thought I was bluffing. Clearly, I wasn’t. He asked me to give him a couple of more days to try to convince Joba to sign on board. I told him that we aren’t interested. That’s that.

These first couple of days of camp will be mainly some short bullpen sessions and meetings to discuss things with Lilli and Mike. The rest of the squad will be fully reported on Monday (President’s Day). That’s when I’ll address the club along with ownership and some key team executives.

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@DFWSports Reports are that the Rangers have agreed to terms with Matt Belisle, strengthening the bullpen. #notconfirmed

@KenRosenhaus Rangers have signed Belisle to a two-year deal. First reported by @DFWSports.

RANGERS BEEF UP BULLPEN WITH BELISLE; COULD CLOSE
By: Nolan Washington, Rangers.com

The Rangers search for a closer has not ended with the signing of 33-year old Matt Belisle, however, they have added another possibility. Belisle spent the last five seasons in Colorado and pitched very well there (considering some of the elements), including posting a 2.93 ERA, 1.09 WHIP in 2010 and 10 wins in 2011. The last two seasons were solid but not spectacular.

Known more as a set-up man in his days at Coors Field, he recorded just seven saves in those five seasons. So, it’s hard to believe that GM Jon Daniels looks at this signing as the answer in the ninth inning, replacing Joe Nathan. However, it does add another option for manager Ron Washington. “There is no question that losing Joe (Nathan) hurts our bullpen. That said, we do think we have plenty of options and we will have somebody step up and take on that important role of closer. Matt could be that guy. Time will tell,” said Daniels.

The deal is two-years; $16.4 Million.

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@BubbaOlmey Matt Garza has made his decision and will sign on in New York. The @Mets, that is. #mlb #hotstove

@GoMetsGo Love it! The rotation is STACKED! Welcome Matt Garza to the mix. Hughes and Garza join Wheeler and Harvey. Let’s go! #Mets

METS ADD MATT GARZA TO ROTATION
By: Darryl Hough, New York Post > Sports > MLB > Mets

The Mets have added a second big-name free agent to the rotation that finished the 2013 season with a 4.14 ERA, ranked 10th in the National League. Matt Garza went 10-12 with a 3.84 ERA for the Chicago Cubs last season, pitching amid much angst about the direction the club, among other things. Garza, now 30 years old, is a consistent performer despite past attitude flare ups, something the Mets are used to by now.

Garza cashes in for one last big contract that will pay him $67.6 Million over five years in New York, a place he says he always has wanted to play. “I didn’t care if it was the Mets or the Yankees, I just wanted to play in New York. The fan base is so great here and I am a passionate player. I appreciate passionate fans. I’m really excited,” said Garza at a news conference announcing the pact. GM Sandy Alderson has this to say: “We are excited to add Matt to our rotation and join Phil Hughes in our revamped pitching staff. He is just what we are looking for. A veteran with experience and a history of success. He also demonstrates a passion for the game that we would like to instill in our clubhouse.”

Manager Don Mattingly was fully prepared to take a year off from the game after a rough experience in Los Angeles with the Dodgers. However, he was assured by Alderson that he would be given the tools to succeed in Flushing. So far, that promise has been backed up. The Mets this off-season have been agressive in getting rid of “dead weight” (Parnell, Hefner, Gee) and adding, what they believe are quality players. All of the sudden, the Mets are on the radar as a potential suitor to upend the incumbent NL East Champion Washington Nationals.

Now, what to do about that offense?

02-12-2014, 10:40 AM	#137
OOTPRealTime Minors (Double A) Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 147	First of all, I am working with “Bigrod” who has completed most of the 2014 schedule (really just worried about the MLB schedule) to get that loaded in. I’d like to have the real schedule. Also, I have changed the “Tucson Padres” to the “El Paso Chihuahuas” in the PCL and did the realignment of that AAA league. That moves Memphis to the American-Southern division with Nashville (MIL), New Orleans (MIA) and Round Rock (TEX). I’m going to be updating the logos, caps and jerseys for 2014 as they become available. Everybody is here and accounted for. We are officially in Spring Training 2014! It’s a good feeling to be in Jupiter, Florida and we begin our trek to a Championship right here, right now. I quickly met with Mike Matheny and Derek Lilliquist to discuss our pre-Spring plan for our pitchers. We talked about each and every arm in camp - just to make sure we are on the same page. I stay in the background for the most part early on in camp. I’ll start make decisions with Mike as we get to some cut days. Our first Spring Training game is exactly 17 days from today. We plan on our first cut on Monday, March 3rd and make cuts as needed as we go along to get to our 25-man roster. Again, we are hoping for two things: 1.) growth in all areas of our club and 2.) HEALTH! I spoke with the agent for Joba Chamberlain and when he told me that they still needed more time, I held up my end of the deal and told him that we were no longer to be considered. He thought I was bluffing. Clearly, I wasn’t. He asked me to give him a couple of more days to try to convince Joba to sign on board. I told him that we aren’t interested. That’s that. These first couple of days of camp will be mainly some short bullpen sessions and meetings to discuss things with Lilli and Mike. The rest of the squad will be fully reported on Monday (President’s Day). That’s when I’ll address the club along with ownership and some key team executives. -------------------- @DFWSports Reports are that the Rangers have agreed to terms with Matt Belisle, strengthening the bullpen. #notconfirmed @KenRosenhaus Rangers have signed Belisle to a two-year deal. First reported by @DFWSports. RANGERS BEEF UP BULLPEN WITH BELISLE; COULD CLOSE By: Nolan Washington, Rangers.com The Rangers search for a closer has not ended with the signing of 33-year old Matt Belisle, however, they have added another possibility. Belisle spent the last five seasons in Colorado and pitched very well there (considering some of the elements), including posting a 2.93 ERA, 1.09 WHIP in 2010 and 10 wins in 2011. The last two seasons were solid but not spectacular. Known more as a set-up man in his days at Coors Field, he recorded just seven saves in those five seasons. So, it’s hard to believe that GM Jon Daniels looks at this signing as the answer in the ninth inning, replacing Joe Nathan. However, it does add another option for manager Ron Washington. “There is no question that losing Joe (Nathan) hurts our bullpen. That said, we do think we have plenty of options and we will have somebody step up and take on that important role of closer. Matt could be that guy. Time will tell,” said Daniels. The deal is two-years; $16.4 Million. -------------------------- @BubbaOlmey Matt Garza has made his decision and will sign on in New York. The @Mets, that is. #mlb #hotstove @GoMetsGo Love it! The rotation is STACKED! Welcome Matt Garza to the mix. Hughes and Garza join Wheeler and Harvey. Let’s go! #Mets METS ADD MATT GARZA TO ROTATION By: Darryl Hough, New York Post > Sports > MLB > Mets The Mets have added a second big-name free agent to the rotation that finished the 2013 season with a 4.14 ERA, ranked 10th in the National League. Matt Garza went 10-12 with a 3.84 ERA for the Chicago Cubs last season, pitching amid much angst about the direction the club, among other things. Garza, now 30 years old, is a consistent performer despite past attitude flare ups, something the Mets are used to by now. Garza cashes in for one last big contract that will pay him $67.6 Million over five years in New York, a place he says he always has wanted to play. “I didn’t care if it was the Mets or the Yankees, I just wanted to play in New York. The fan base is so great here and I am a passionate player. I appreciate passionate fans. I’m really excited,” said Garza at a news conference announcing the pact. GM Sandy Alderson has this to say: “We are excited to add Matt to our rotation and join Phil Hughes in our revamped pitching staff. He is just what we are looking for. A veteran with experience and a history of success. He also demonstrates a passion for the game that we would like to instill in our clubhouse.” Manager Don Mattingly was fully prepared to take a year off from the game after a rough experience in Los Angeles with the Dodgers. However, he was assured by Alderson that he would be given the tools to succeed in Flushing. So far, that promise has been backed up. The Mets this off-season have been agressive in getting rid of “dead weight” (Parnell, Hefner, Gee) and adding, what they believe are quality players. All of the sudden, the Mets are on the radar as a potential suitor to upend the incumbent NL East Champion Washington Nationals. Now, what to do about that offense? __________________ OOTP in Real-Time - St. Louis Cardinals View Current Organizational Depth Chart (dynamic)