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George_Bell · 09-18-2015, 10:24 AM

2000-01 Offseason News and Notes

On paper, it looks like a excellent draft class this year. The Royals scooped up Jared Weaver first, who actually isn't as good as i would think a top pick should be, but still projects to be something valuable. David Wright going 2, Kinsler 4, Gonzalez 6, Cano 11, plus a bunch of others show the depth. Alot of great picks.

Bob Horner is an overwhelming, first ballot inductee into the baseball Hall of Fame. Horner deservingly got 94.1 percent of votes.

I enjoyed watching Horner. He had a very impressive career. A man with Brute power, who hit a lot of home runs during a time when homers weren’t as common as other eras. A well deserved honour!

It's been a while since we looked at the leaderboards, so over the next few offseasons, i'll take a look at single season and career leaders in several stat categories. First up. Hits.

Single Season Hit Leaders

Lou Gehrig still holds the top 2 spots down, and 4 of the top 10. A bunch of recent additions to the list as the offensive era is making it's mark. Nomar now appears twice, and Adrian Beltre is tied for the 3rd highest total ever!

Career Hit Leaders

Ty Cobb sits comfortably at the top. George Brett had a wonderful career, and is the most recent addition to the top 10. Surprised to see Tony Fernandez on the list. I love Tony, and knew he was good, but didn't think this good. The only retired player, who played his career post 1900 and isn't in the HOF is Gene Woodling. I'll probably have to look at him again and see why i didn't induct him.

Time for another addition of MLB's Century Celebration!

Some big names are available this offseason. Pitching help from Doc Gooden, who never resigns with a team, and Ramon Martinez is available. Tate Seefried and Carlos Delgado are also available if you like the home run. I expect alot of money to be thrown around.

Wow, Oakland, who finally did something last year, signs Doc Gooden to a very reasonable contract. They also bring back all-star catcher Jorge Posada late in the process on a very cheap deal. Are the A's finally ready to win a title?!

Seefried and Delgado sign the richest contracts we have seen. Next year could be the first 100 million dollar deal.

Here are the trades that took place during the winter months.

Ichiro being traded again is surprising. He's in his prime, and hit over .350 last year. He's cheap, and exactly the type of hitter you should covet. He goes for 5 minor league pitchers. None look like anything to get excited about.

09-18-2015, 10:24 AM	#1402
George_Bell All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 1,988	2000-01 Offseason News and Notes On paper, it looks like a excellent draft class this year. The Royals scooped up Jared Weaver first, who actually isn't as good as i would think a top pick should be, but still projects to be something valuable. David Wright going 2, Kinsler 4, Gonzalez 6, Cano 11, plus a bunch of others show the depth. Alot of great picks. Bob Horner is an overwhelming, first ballot inductee into the baseball Hall of Fame. Horner deservingly got 94.1 percent of votes. I enjoyed watching Horner. He had a very impressive career. A man with Brute power, who hit a lot of home runs during a time when homers weren’t as common as other eras. A well deserved honour! It's been a while since we looked at the leaderboards, so over the next few offseasons, i'll take a look at single season and career leaders in several stat categories. First up. Hits. *Single Season Hit Leaders* Lou Gehrig still holds the top 2 spots down, and 4 of the top 10. A bunch of recent additions to the list as the offensive era is making it's mark. Nomar now appears twice, and Adrian Beltre is tied for the 3rd highest total ever! Career Hit Leaders Ty Cobb sits comfortably at the top. George Brett had a wonderful career, and is the most recent addition to the top 10. Surprised to see Tony Fernandez on the list. I love Tony, and knew he was good, but didn't think this good. The only retired player, who played his career post 1900 and isn't in the HOF is Gene Woodling. I'll probably have to look at him again and see why i didn't induct him. Time for another addition of MLB's Century Celebration! Some big names are available this offseason. Pitching help from Doc Gooden, who never resigns with a team, and Ramon Martinez is available. Tate Seefried and Carlos Delgado are also available if you like the home run. I expect alot of money to be thrown around. Wow, Oakland, who finally did something last year, signs Doc Gooden to a very reasonable contract. They also bring back all-star catcher Jorge Posada late in the process on a very cheap deal. Are the A's finally ready to win a title?! Seefried and Delgado sign the richest contracts we have seen. Next year could be the first 100 million dollar deal. Here are the trades that took place during the winter months. Ichiro being traded again is surprising. He's in his prime, and hit over .350 last year. He's cheap, and exactly the type of hitter you should covet. He goes for 5 minor league pitchers. None look like anything to get excited about.