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Tue Apr 2 201923:28Blue Jays trade Pillar to Giants, give Grichuk $52M deal
TORONTO (AP) — The Blue Jays said goodbye to Kevin Pillar while giving a long-term deal to Randal Grichuk.Pillar was traded by the veteran-shedding Blue Jays to the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday for infielder Alen Hanson, right-hander Derek Law and minor league pitcher Juan De Paula.Toronto also acquired outfielder Socrates Brito from San Diego for Class A outfielder Rodrigo Orozco, then announced a $52 million, five-year agreement with Grichuk, an outfielder who had been eligible for free agency after the 2020 season."I love the city. I like the direction the team is going," Grichuk said. "I see the vision. I see a lot of young, talented players that can be very impactful. They have a vision, and I want to be a part of it."Grichuk is a career .247 hitter with 92 home runs and 245 RBIs in 533 games with St. Louis and Toronto, but his on-base percentage is just .297."The offense has always stood out," Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said. "He's always performed. He's always hit the... [More]
Tue Apr 2 201921:08Blue Jays trade Pillar to Giants, give Grichuk $52M deal
TORONTO (AP) — The Blue Jays said goodbye to Kevin Pillar while giving a long-term deal to Randal Grichuk.Pillar was traded by the veteran-shedding Blue Jays to the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday for infielder Alen Hanson, right-hander Derek Law and minor league pitcher Juan De Paula.Toronto also acquired outfielder Socrates Brito from San Diego for Class A outfielder Rodrigo Orozco, then announced a $52 million, five-year agreement with Grichuk, an outfielder who had been eligible for free agency after the 2020 season."The offense has always stood out," Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said of Grichuk. "He's always performed. He's always hit the ball hard. He's always hit it far, and usually it goes over the fence at a pretty good rate. In our view, he's been an above average defender, and those are hard things to piece together."Grichuk is a career .247 hitter with 92 home runs and 245 RBIs in 533 games with St. Louis and Toronto, but his on-base percentage is just .297.Atkins said... [More]
Tue Apr 2 201920:30Blue Jays trade Pillar to Giants, give Grichuk $52M deal
TORONTO (AP) — The Blue Jays said goodbye to Kevin Pillar while giving a long-term deal to Randal Grichuk.Pillar was traded by the veteran-shedding Blue Jays to the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday for infielder Alen Hanson, right-hander Derek Law and minor league pitcher Juan De Paula.Toronto also acquired outfielder Socrates Brito from San Diego for Class A outfielder Rodrigo Orozco, then announced a $52 million, five-year agreement with Grichuk, an outfielder who had been eligible for free agency after the 2020 season."The offense has always stood out," Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said of Grichuk. "He's always performed. He's always hit the ball hard. He's always hit it far, and usually it goes over the fence at a pretty good rate. In our view, he's been an above average defender, and those are hard things to piece together."Grichuk is a career .247 hitter with 92 home runs and 245 RBIs in 533 games with St. Louis and Toronto, but his on-base percentage is just .297.Atkins said... [More]
Sat Mar 24 201816:20National League East capsules
Capsules of National League East teams, listed in order of finish last year:___Washington Nationals2017: 97-65, first place, lost to Cubs in NLDS.Manager: Dave Martinez (first season).He's Here: 1B-OF Matt Adams, C Miguel Montero, RHP Jeremy Hellickson, RHP Joaquin Benoit, INF Matt Reynolds.He's Outta Here: Manager Dusty Baker, LF Jayson Werth, 1B-LF Adam Lind, C Jose Lobaton, RHP Matt Albers.Projected Lineup: SS Trea Turner (.284, 11 HRs, 45 RBIs, 46 SBs in 98 games), LF Adam Eaton (.297, 2, 13 in 23 games), RF Bryce Harper (.319, 29, 87), 3B Anthony Rendon (.301, 25, 100, 41 2Bs), 2B Daniel Murphy (.322, 23, 93, 43 2Bs; expected to begin season on DL recovering from knee surgery), 1B Ryan Zimmerman (.303, 36, 108, 33 2Bs), CF Michael A. Taylor (.271, 19, 53), C Matt Wieters (.225, 10, 52).Rotation: RH Max Scherzer (16-6, 2.51 ERA, NL-high 268 Ks, 200 2/3 IP, 3rd Cy Young Award), RH Stephen Strasburg (15-4, 2.52, 204 Ks), LH Gio Gonzalez (15-9, 2.96, 79 walks), RH Tanner Roark (13-11,... [More]
Sat Mar 24 201816:10National League East capsules
Capsules of National League East teams, listed in order of finish last year:___Washington Nationals2017: 97-65, first place, lost to Cubs in NLDS.Manager: Dave Martinez (first season).He's Here: 1B-OF Matt Adams, C Miguel Montero, RHP Jeremy Hellickson, RHP Joaquin Benoit, INF Matt Reynolds.He's Outta Here: Manager Dusty Baker, LF Jayson Werth, 1B-LF Adam Lind, C Jose Lobaton, RHP Matt Albers.Projected Lineup: SS Trea Turner (.284, 11 HRs, 45 RBIs, 46 SBs in 98 games), LF Adam Eaton (.297, 2, 13 in 23 games), RF Bryce Harper (.319, 29, 87), 3B Anthony Rendon (.301, 25, 100, 41 2Bs), 2B Daniel Murphy (.322, 23, 93, 43 2Bs; expected to begin season on DL recovering from knee surgery), 1B Ryan Zimmerman (.303, 36, 108, 33 2Bs), CF Michael A. Taylor (.271, 19, 53), C Matt Wieters (.225, 10, 52).Rotation: RH Max Scherzer (16-6, 2.51 ERA, NL-high 268 Ks, 200 2/3 IP, 3rd Cy Young Award), RH Stephen Strasburg (15-4, 2.52, 204 Ks), LH Gio Gonzalez (15-9, 2.96, 79 walks), RH Tanner Roark (13-11,... [More]
Thu Mar 22 201809:59National League East capsules
Capsules of National League East teams, listed in order of finish last year:___Washington Nationals2017: 97-65, first place, lost to Cubs in NLDS.Manager: Dave Martinez (first season).He's Here: 1B-OF Matt Adams, C Miguel Montero, RHP Jeremy Hellickson, RHP Joaquin Benoit, INF Matt Reynolds.He's Outta Here: Manager Dusty Baker, LF Jayson Werth, 1B-LF Adam Lind, C Jose Lobaton, RHP Matt Albers.Projected Lineup: SS Trea Turner (.284, 11 HRs, 45 RBIs, 46 SBs in 98 games), LF Adam Eaton (.297, 2, 13 in 23 games), RF Bryce Harper (.319, 29, 87), 3B Anthony Rendon (.301, 25, 100, 41 2Bs), 2B Daniel Murphy (.322, 23, 93, 43 2Bs, expected to begin season on DL recovering from knee surgery), 1B Ryan Zimmerman (.303, 36, 108, 33 2Bs), CF Michael A. Taylor (.271, 19, 53), C Matt Wieters (.225, 10, 52).Rotation: RH Max Scherzer (16-6, 2.51 ERA, NL-high 268 Ks, 200 2/3 IP, 3rd Cy Young Award), RH Stephen Strasburg (15-4, 2.52, 204 Ks), LH Gio Gonzalez (15-9, 2.96, 79 walks), RH Tanner Roark (13-11,... [More]
Mon Feb 19 201817:51Motte returns to Cardinals, hopes to earn bullpen spot
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Beard and all, a most familiar face is back in the St. Louis Cardinals clubhouse."Once I walked in, seeing the guys, seeing the coaches, it's like being back at home," reliever Jason Motte said Monday. "This is where I started my career. This is where everything began."After signing a minor league deal over the weekend, Motte returned to the Cardinals for the first time since 2014.The 35-year-old Motte began his professional career as catcher in the Cardinals' organization before making the switch to the mound. He took over the closer's role late in 2011 and was on the mound that fall, inducing a flyball from Texas' David Murphy for the final out in Game 7 of the World Series."He's been there, got some big outs for the Cardinals," St. Louis pitching coach Mike Maddux said.Motte led the National League with 42 saves for the Cardinals in 2012. An elbow injury that required ligament replacement surgery caused him to miss all of 2013.Upon his return, Motte posted a 4.68... [More]
Fri Feb 9 201813:13NL East teams at the start of spring training
A team-by-team look at the National League East entering spring training, including key players each club acquired and lost, and dates of the first workout for pitchers and catchers, and the full squad:___Washington NationalsManager: Dave Martinez (first season).2017: 97-65, first place, lost to Chicago Cubs in NLDS.Training Town: West Palm Beach, Florida.Park: The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches.First Workout: Feb. 16/21.He's Here: 1B-OF Matt Adams, C Miguel Montero.He's Outta Here: Manager Dusty Baker, LF Jayson Werth, C Jose Lobaton, 1B-LF Adam Lind, RHP Matt Albers.Going campin': It's become an all-too-familiar story for the Nationals and their fans: terrific regular season, followed by quick playoff exit, followed by a managerial change. Martinez will be the latest skipper to try to lead the club to postseason success — and GM Mike Rizzo has made it clear that ownership expects nothing less than a World Series championship. Martinez has been Joe Maddon's right-hand man with the Chicago... [More]
Sat Sep 16 201704:06RHP Jason Mott, who on 10-day disabled list Sept
RHP Jason Mott, who went on the 10-day disabled list Sept. 1 because of a right oblique strain, was activated Friday. The veteran reliever is 1-0 with a 4.00 ERA in 41 games.
Sat Sep 2 201704:32RHP Jason Motte placed on 10-day disabled list with strained rig...
RHP Jason Motte was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a strained right oblique. Motte threw 17 pitches during the 6-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Thursday, when he allowed two earned runs. Motte was on the disabled list earlier this season with a strained back.
Sat Aug 5 201705:15RHP Jason Motte (back strain) activated off 10-day disabled list...
RHP Jason Motte (back strain) was activated off the 10-day disabled list Friday after making his third minor league rehab appearance Tuesday. He pitched a hitless inning for Triple-A Gwinnett, striking out one. Motte was 1-0 with a 3.76 ERA for the Braves in 31 relief appearances before going on the DL on July 14.
Tue Aug 1 201705:45RHP Jason Motte moved rehab assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett on M...
RHP Jason Motte moved his rehab assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday, and he allowed one run on three hits in one inning. Motte, who has a 3.76 ERA in 31 major league appearances this year, has been on the disabled list since July 14 because of a back strain.
Mon Jul 31 201703:06RHP Jason Motte began rehab assignment with Class A Rome on Satu...
RHP Jason Motte began a rehab assignment with Class A Rome on Saturday. Motte threw a perfect inning on nine pitches with one strikeout. Motte, who has a 3.76 ERA in 31 appearances this year, has been on the disabled list since July 14 because of a back strain.
Sat Jul 15 201703:41RHP Jason Motte (strained back) placed on 10-day disabled Friday...
RHP Jason Motte (strained back) was placed on the 10-day disabled Friday retroactive to July 6. The veteran reliever felt throwing a warmup pitching in the bullpen Sunday at Washington. Motte, who began the season with Triple-A Gwinnett, has made 31 relief appearances for the Braves, going 1-0 with a 3.76 ERA and finishing six games.
Mon Jun 5 201700:17RHP Jason Motte's stretch of 14 consecutive scoreless relief inn...
RHP Jason Motte's stretch of 14 consecutive scoreless relief innings, which ended Sunday on a Zack Cozart homer, might have been somewhat deceptive. Motte entered Saturday's game with the bases loaded and allowed all three inherited runners to score.
Thu May 18 201717:14Blue Jays CF Pillar draws two-game ban for slur
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar was suspended two games for screaming a homophobic slur after striking out against Atlanta Braves pitcher Jason Motte. "I'm completely and utterly embarrassed," Pillar wrote via Twitter, "and feel horrible to have put the fans, my teammates and the Blue Jays organization in this position. I have apologized to Jason Motte, but also need to apologize to the Braves organization and their fans, and most importantly, to the LGBTQ community for the lack of respect I displayed last night. This is not who I am and will use this as an opportunity to better myself."Pillar's salary for the two games will be donated, per Major League Baseball, which worked directly with the Blue Jays to determine the punishment Thursday. The Blue Jays issued a statement of apology directed to its fan base and the LGBTQ community."In no way is this kind of behavior accepted or tolerated, nor is it a reflection of the type of inclusive organization we strive to be. We know Kevin... [More]
Thu May 18 201716:15MLB investigating apparent slur by Blue Jays' Pillar
Major League Baseball is investigating an incident in which Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar appeared to scream a homophobic slur after striking out against Atlanta Braves pitcher Jason Motte. Pillar's apparent use of the slur on Wednesday was in response to a quick pitch from Motte, with the benches emptying after the incident.Commissioner Rob Manfred confirmed on Thursday that the league is looking into the matter."We were made aware of an allegation along the lines of what you've described, and we're in the process of trying to gather the facts as a prelude to determine whether and what discipline is appropriate," Manfred said.Pillar admitted to the Toronto Star after Wednesday's contest that his in-game comment was "immature, it was stupid, it was uncalled for."... It's part of the game, it's just, I'm a competitive guy and heat of the moment. Obviously, I'm going to do whatever I've got to do to reach out and apologize and let him know he didn't do anything wrong, it was all... [More]
Fri Apr 28 201704:16RHP Jason Motte had contract purchased Thursday from Triple-A Gw...
RHP Jason Motte had his contract purchased Thursday from Triple-A Gwinnett. This is the first trip to the majors this season for Motte, who signed a minor league deal with the Braves on April 11, six days after he was released by the Colorado Rockies. He earned the promotion by recording two saves in five scoreless appearances for Gwinett. Motte is expected to work in middle relief for the Braves. He is 26-15 with a 3.28 ERA and 60 saves -- including a National League-leading 42 in 2012 -- in 398 big league games dating back to 2008.
Fri Apr 28 201704:15RHP Jason Motte, whose career downhill following Tommy John surg...
RHP Jason Motte, whose career went downhill following Tommy John surgery four years ago, is back in the majors with the Atlanta Braves after being called up from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday. Motte, 34, pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings with six strikeouts while allowing just two hits and one walk for Gwinnett. Braves manager Brian Snitker said he plans to use Motte in middle relief. Motte was one of the top closers in the National League before an elbow injury interrupted his career. He was the closer on the St. Louis Cardinals team that won the 2011 World Series and he tied for the league lead in saves with 42 in 2012.
Thu Apr 27 201716:54Braves recall RHP Motte
Relief pitcher Jason Motte, whose career went downhill following Tommy John surgery four years ago, is back in the majors with the Atlanta Braves after being called up from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday.One thing that is missing is his trademark beard, because Gwinnett has a rule that forbids having facial hair.Motte, 34, pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings with six strikeouts while allowing just two hits and one walk for Gwinnett.Braves manager Brian Snitker said he plans to use Motte in middle relief.The right-handed Motte was designated for assignment by the Colorado Rockies four weeks ago, and the Braves signed him and assigned him to their Triple-A club.Motte was one of the top closers in the National League before an elbow injury interrupted his career. He was the closer on the St. Louis Cardinals team that won the 2011 World Series and he tied for the league lead in saves with 42 in 2012.But he was bothered by elbow soreness during the ensuing spring training, and had Tommy John surgery in May 2013.He returned to action for the Cardinals in May 2014, but finished that season with a 4.68 ERA. He had an 8-1 record with a 3.91 ERA with the Chicago Cubs in 2015, but went 0-1 with a 4.94 ERA with the Rockies last season. He also had shoulder problems last season that limited his effectiveness.To make room for Motte, the Braves optioned catcher Anthony Recker to Gwinnett.
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