MLB Designated Hitter News

Sep

A-Rod parts ways with agent Boras - MLB.com

2010-09-03

A-Rod parts ways with agent BorasMLB.comManager Joe Girardi said he's "leaning toward" a platoon at the designated hitter position, with Berkman starting against right-handers and the red-hot ...and more »

Sep

Morel puts Spring Training lessons to work - Chicago White Sox

2010-09-03

Chicago TribuneMorel puts Spring Training lessons to workChicago White SoxServing exclusively as a designated hitter also could extend Ramirez's run back in the AL. "They have really good outfielders out there. ...Adversity aside, White Sox poised to pounceChicago White Soxall 41 news articles »

Sep

MLB Odds: Red Sox Host Manny and White Sox - SBR Forum

2010-09-03

USA TodayMLB Odds: Red Sox Host Manny and White SoxSBR Forum... three-game sweep of the Cleveland Indians at The Jake; Ramirez (.914 OPS) went 1-for-3 on Wednesday in his debut as the new White Sox designated hitter. ...Manny Ramirez Cutting Hair: Manny Removing LocksSpreaditSampling of columns of note from the past weekBellingham HeraldWhat's Next: Manny Ramirez, PEDs, and the Hall of FameCall to the PenSI.comall 178 news articles »

Sep

Braden makes early exit with leg cramps - MLB.com

2010-09-02

Braden makes early exit with leg crampsMLB.comKurt Suzuki, a career .360 hitter against the Yankees, served as the club's designated hitter while Landon Powell received his 25th start behind the plate ...and more »

Sep

MLB Capsules: Bench-clearing brawl as Marlins beat Nationals - Brownsville Herald

2010-09-02

MLB Capsules: Bench-clearing brawl as Marlins beat NationalsBrownsville HeraldMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have scratched designated hitter Jim Thome from the lineup because of tightness in his back. ...and more »

Sep

Yankees | Lance Berkman could platoon at DH - KFFL (blog)

2010-09-03

Yankees | Lance Berkman could platoon at DHKFFL (blog)... Joe Girardi said he is leaning toward a platoon at designated hitter with 1B Lance Berkman and OF Marcus Thames, according to MLB.com's Tim Britton. ...and more »

Aug

Leach: Manny, White Sox a good fit - MLB.com

2010-08-31

Globe and MailLeach: Manny, White Sox a good fitMLB.comThe Sox have gotten next to nothing from their designated hitters for the last four months. If Chicago has the financial leeway to take on the remaining ...Manny Ramirez flying barber to BostonESPNMLB Betting Picks – Ramirez Potentially Debuts Tonight Against IndiansBetUs.comIs Manny's act tired already?Chicago TribuneChicago White Sox -Digital Sports Daily -Northwest Heraldall 2,133 news articles »

Sep

Kinsler, Hamilton to rejoin lineup on Friday - MLB.com

2010-09-01

msnbc.comKinsler, Hamilton to rejoin lineup on FridayMLB.comHe was the Rangers' designated hitter on Monday and Tuesday before getting the injection after Tuesday's game. "It's helped some," Hamilton said. ...Rangers to activate Kinsler on WednesdayMLB.comall 61 news articles »

Aug

MLB: Manny Ramirez to the Chicago White Sox—What Can Fans Expect? - Bleacher Report

2010-08-30

ESPNMLB: Manny Ramirez to the Chicago White Sox—What Can Fans Expect?Bleacher ReportSo why would this team, loaded with designated hitters and over-priced disappointments, want the laziest DH and most grossly overpaid player in the league? ...Fantasy Rundown: South Side MannyMLB.comMLB Betting Analysis – Is Manny Ramirez Worth the Gamble For White Sox?BetUs.comMLB Odds: Manny Ramirez Likely to Debut With White Sox MondayBodog BeatPlayer Press -FOXSports.com -Chicago Sun-Timesall 3,174 news articles »

Sep

MLB Odds: Red Sox Host Manny and White Sox - Baseball Betting Preview

2010-09-03

Chicago is coming off a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Indians at The Jake; Ramirez (.914 OPS) went 1-for-3 on Wednesday in his debut as the new White Sox designated hitter. Manny's toughest test in this series should be on Friday ...

Sep

Tigers getting quality starts, but too many poor finishes | MLB ...

2010-09-03

Clarification: If the Tigers had run out of players last Friday night in Toronto — and late in the game they had no position-player reserves left — then Leyland would have put designated hitter Johnny Damon in the field, ...

Sep

It's official, Sox are a done deal | MLB News Updates

2010-09-03

You can have some fun booing new White Sox designated hitter Manny Ramirez this weekend and it might be easy to score tickets for that big September weeknight series against the Orioles, but we can finally stop torturing ourselves about ...

Sep

Ramirez not a hit in White Sox debut | MLB News Updates

2010-09-03

Ramirez batted .348 before the suspension and just .269 in the 77 games he played after the suspension. Ramirez could see limited time in the outfield with the White Sox but will be used primarily as Chicago's designated hitter. ...

Aug

Jose Canseco Is Now a Bench Coach/Designated Hitter -- MLB FanHouse

2010-08-14

He'll be serving as the team's designated hitter and bench coach over its next two homestands starting on Monday with a three-game set against the Rio Grande Valley White Wings. He'll then return for a three-game series against the ...

Sep

2010 MLB September 1 Callups – Fantasy Baseball Tools | Fantasy ...

2010-09-02

He got the start Wednesday at designated hitter with the lefty Jon Lester on the mound and went 1-for-3 with an RBI. It looks like he could platoon with Luke Scott at DH and fill-in periodically in the outfield. ...

Aug

Free Agent Stock Watch: Pat Burrell: MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com

2010-08-31

Burrell may be reluctant to return to the American League and a designated hitter role in 2011. That'll limit his market to National League clubs seeking a left fielder, as Burrell hasn't played first base in ten years. ...

Aug

Yankees Place Designated Hitter On Disabled List - SportsUntapped.com

2010-08-20

MLB. Yankees Place Designated Hitter On Disabled List. The New York Yankees were forced to place designated hitter Lance Berkman on the disabled list this week. The long time first base men for the Houston Astros sprained his right ...

Aug

Don't Punt on the Designated Hitter | FanGraphs Baseball

2010-08-31

Wait. you want MLB managers to use Ramon Castro in their lineups…the backup catcher and former Met….furthermore…the dude who settled a rape case against him out of court in 2004? –#1 he shouldn't even be on a major league baseball team ...

Sep

Hamilton returns as DH

2010-09-02

Rangers OF Josh Hamilton was back in the lineup on Friday against the Twins. He told MLB.com his knee was feeling better, but was scheduled to be the designated hitter, not play the outfield. Manager Ron Washington wanted to give Vladimir Guerrero a day off so threw Hamilton is as DH. Josh Hamilton - Texas Rangers - Ron Washington - Designated hitter - Vladimir Guerrero

Sep

Berkman now in platoon?

2010-09-02

MLB.com reports that Yankees manager Joe Girardi said he's leaning toward a platoon at the designated hitter position, with Lance Berkman starting against right-handers and Marcus Thames getting the nod versus left-handers. "This is tough gig for me because I'm used to playing every day, regardless of who the pitcher is," Berkman said. "I'm used to playing the field, and DHing is like four pinch ...

Sep

Waiver trade deadline a real yawner

2010-09-03

With the exception of the accepted waiver claim of Manny Ramirez by the White Sox, the waiver trade deadline was a real dud, with change-of-scenery-type trades of Manny Delcarmen and Jeff Francoeur the only deadline-day moves. It was a year when GMs were especially aggressive with their claims and blocks, severely limiting deals. But Manny has spiced up trade deadlines before (take the 2008 non ...

Sep

Berkman adjusting to platoon role

2010-09-03

NEW YORK -- Lance Berkman was back in the Yankees' starting lineup on Friday for the first time since coming back from the disabled list. Berkman missed 14 games with a right ankle sprain before returning to the roster on Wednesday.

Sep

The Rays' DH Belongs to Dan Johnson

2010-09-03

Despite the prudent addition of Brad Hawpe, the Rays DH position belongs to Dan Johnson.

Sep

MLB notes: Royals' Kendall needs surgery

2010-09-02

BRAVES: Derek Lowe won't be able to make his next scheduled start tomorrow because of lingering pain near his right elbow. Former fifth starter Kenshin Kawakami is back with the team after a stint at Triple-A Gwinnett and seems the most likely candidate to start the opener of a weekend ...

Sep