Monday, March 22, 2010

this and that

It's that weird time of spring training when in the same game, and no matter the ballpark, the National League team lets its pitcher hit and the American League team uses the DH.

Righty sinkerballer Dave Herndon, acquired by the Phillies in the Rule 5 draft, is looking good. Will he stick? Reports are that once he learned he's been Rule 5'd, he made sure he came into camp fit and ready to go.

The Twins signed hometown boy Joe Mauer to a hefty eight-year deal and lost closer Joe Nathan for the season. Nathan will have elbow surgery. What a blow. I'm looking forward to seeing the new ballpark in Minneapolis.

Jamie Moyer flashed his agelessness in yesterday's game with the Orioles, the first time Moyer has pitched this spring in an A game. Better watch out, Kyle!