Jim Thome

  1. 2013 Boston Red Sox: Why the Team Should Consider Signing Jim Thome

    It’s looking more likely that Boston Red Sox designated hitter and cleanup man David Ortiz won’t be ready for the start of the season, and may even be out for an extended period of time...

    Andrew Martin Written by Andrew Martin about 2 months ago 4,330 reads 17 comments

  2. Minnesota Twins Should Bring Back Jim Thome

    "I know we want a little more something off the bench instead of two utility guys and a backup catcher. I’m going to have a better bench and have a little more weapons. So we’re going to do that...

    Collin Kottke Written by Collin Kottke about 3 months ago 1,817 reads 3 comments

  3. Jason Giambi Signing Signals No Jim Thome for Indians

    According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post , the Cleveland Indians are close to finalizing a minor league deal with former Rockies slugger Jason Giambi. The contract would also include an invitation to spring training...

    Gary Ousdahl Written by Gary Ousdahl about 3 months ago 1,638 reads 2 comments

  4. 5 Underrated MLB Free Agents

    Spring training seems right around the corner, and while the baseball world waits to see where the marquee free agents like Rafael Soriano, Michael Bourn and Kyle Lohse will end up, ...

    Brandon Taylor Written by Brandon Taylor about 4 months ago 132 reads 0 comments

  5. The Philadelphia Phillies' Most Memorable Moments from 2012

    2012 was a season most fans will hope to forget, but through the 162 games of mediocrity and disappointment there were a few silver lining moments that should not be forgotten...

    Jason Amareld Written by Jason Amareld about 5 months ago 990 reads 10 comments

  6. 5 MLB Free Agents Who Should Retire

    There comes a point in an MLB career when a player has outlasted his usefulness. It has happened to both role players and Hall of Fame greats...

    John Altamura Written by John Altamura about 7 months ago 1,145 reads 7 comments

  7. Why Jim Thome Is the Perfect Postseason Bench Player for the Baltimore Orioles

    After yesterday’s impressive 6-3 win over the Boston Red Sox coupled with the LA Angels loss in their second game of a doubleheader to the Texas Rangers , the Baltimore ...

    Alexander Van Rees Written by Alexander Van Rees about 8 months ago 1,324 reads 3 comments

  8. Why Darin Ruf's Emergence Could Mean the End of Ryan Howard with Phillies

    Before we begin here, ladies and gentlemen, let me emphasize that this article is most likely a complete stretch of any sort of reality we currently have. On that note.....

    Alec Snyder Written by Alec Snyder about 8 months ago 5,859 reads 106 comments

  9. 20 Best "Old Guys" in Baseball History

    They say that baseball is a young man's game. The constant running, training and wear-and-tear placed on a man's body can be grueling. Over the years, it can cause even the healthiest of men to break down...

    Christopher Benvie Written by Christopher Benvie about 9 months ago 2,017 reads 9 comments

  10. Power Rankings: Ranking the Minnesota Twins' Best/Worst Teams Since 2002

    Now that the majority of the 2012 season is over, the Minnesota Twins and their fans have a general sense of how this season will finish. Badly, but not as bad as last year...

    Matt Lindholm Written by Matt Lindholm about 9 months ago 555 reads 2 comments

  11. Minnesota Twins: Why We Cheer for Thome, Boo Pierzynski and Love Mauer

    Batting third, the designated hitter, Jim Thome. As Jim Thome walked to the plate on Tuesday, he was applauded. The applause was quieter than when starting pitcher Samuel Deduno threw his second strike, but louder than when he threw his first...

    Tom Schreier Written by Tom Schreier about 10 months ago 637 reads 2 comments

  12. MLB: Cleveland Indians Must Learn from History to Improve Attendance

    Cleveland is a city that is starving for a winner. Unfortunately for Cleveland sports fans the owners of teams are not always on the same page as what the fans would like to see. No team proves this more than the Cleveland Indians ...

    Andrew Lawrence Written by Andrew Lawrence about 10 months ago 1,027 reads 11 comments

  13. The 12 Sluggers Whose Power Outputs Have Short Circuited in 2012

    David Ortiz. Josh Hamilton. Adam Dunn. Much has been made of the sluggers having stellar years at the plate...

    Eric Brach Written by Eric Brach about 11 months ago 2,437 reads 7 comments

  14. 4 Reasons Jim Thome Is a Meaningless Acquisition for the Baltimore Orioles

    For the first time in over a decade, the Baltimore Orioles are true contenders in both the American League East and AL wild-card races. That means the team can finally play the part of "buyer" as the All-Star break approaches...

    Eammon Azizi Written by Eammon Azizi about 11 months ago 1,815 reads 19 comments

  15. 5 Ways Jim Thome Can Help the Baltimore Orioles

    Saturday, the Baltimore Orioles announced the team acquired 41-year-old slugger Jim Thome from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for prospects Kyle Simon and Gabriel Lino...

    James Morisette Written by James Morisette about 11 months ago 3,864 reads 28 comments

  16. Baltimore Orioles Acquire Jim Thome from Philadelphia Phillies for Prospects

    The Baltimore Orioles are officially buyers this summer as they acquire 1B/DH Jim Thome from the Philadelphia Phillies . The story initially broke when Jim Salisbury of CSN tweeted that a source told him about the possible deal...

    Andrew Vigliotti Written by Andrew Vigliotti about 11 months ago 331 reads 2 comments

  17. Philadelphia Phillies Reportedly Trade Jim Thome to Baltimore Orioles

    The Baltimore Orioles are in need of a bat to make a playoff run, and the Philadelphia Phillies have one to spare...

    Darin Pike Written by Darin Pike about 11 months ago 10,191 reads 32 comments

  18. 5 Ways Phillies Can Sell at the Deadline Without Giving Up Entirely on 2012

    There’s no rule that says a team must turn into either a buyer or a seller at the trade deadline. However, if a payroll that is over $170 million belongs to a team struggling ...

    Matt Boczar Written by Matt Boczar about 11 months ago 4,493 reads 5 comments

  19. Fantasy Baseball: 10 Latest 'Sell High' Fantasy Trade Options

    Look, Dee Gordon. It's not the worst thing in the world to be a sell-high candidate. Considering the season you've had so far, you should probably be a little flattered...

    Tim Karan Written by Tim Karan about 11 months ago 2,325 reads 1 comments

  20. Cleveland Indians All-Time Roster Over the Last 30 Years

    In honor of my 30th birthday that took place during this baseball season, I wanted to compile the best Indians roster from my lifetime. Here are the rules. I chose the player who in my mind had the best career at his given position...

    Leo Florkowski Written by Leo Florkowski about 11 months ago 1,601 reads 16 comments

  21. Pixar and Sports Stars: Separated at Birth?

    The mercury is creeping higher and higher. Sizzling barbecues are scorching hot with glowing red charcoal. Despite endless showers, you'll be finding rogue grains of sand in your hair for months...

    Andrew Blumetti Written by Andrew Blumetti about 12 months ago 2,440 reads 4 comments