MLB Left Field News

Mar

Fontenot's play at shortstop a 'highlight' - MLB.com

2010-03-09

ESPN (blog)Fontenot's play at shortstop a 'highlight'MLB.comLast year, pitcher Sean Marshall was moved to left field for one batter so he could stay in the game in relief. If Marshall can handle the outfield, ...Cubs' rotation race off and runningCubs.comDempster flawless as Cubs win bigCubs.comall 174 news articles »

Mar

Designated hitter singles, strikes out in two at-bats - MLB.com

2010-03-09

Los Angeles TimesDesignated hitter singles, strikes out in two at-batsMLB.comMatsui indicated that he is content with how his knees are holding up, and that he remains confident he'll wear a glove in left field at times. ...Young takes another step forwardMLB.comall 142 news articles »

Mar

Marlins name levels for new ballpark - MLB.com

2010-03-09

MLB.comMarlins name levels for new ballparkMLB.comTwo Party Zones are located in left field and right field. La Playa area in left field will feature a swimming pool and bar. It will have direct views of ...and more »

Mar

Sox's Hermida enjoys Marlins reunion - MLB.com

2010-03-09

MiamiHerald.comSox's Hermida enjoys Marlins reunionMLB.comPlaying left field, which is in ear shot of Florida' bullpen, Hermida was heckled a bit by some of his former teammates. "It was fun. ...Wakefield sharp as Sox blank MarlinsMLB.comall 159 news articles »

Mar

MLB: Strasburg sharp in spring debut - St. Augustine Record

2010-03-09

ESPNMLB: Strasburg sharp in spring debutSt. Augustine RecordValencia's shot over the left field fence gave the Twins the lead on a day marked by bad news of a torn ligament in All-Star closer Joe Nathan's throwing ...2010 MLB season preview: Washington NationalsThe InquisitrWe have liftoff: Strasburg shines in debutYahoo! SportsStrasburg steals show vs. TigersMLB.comFederal Baseball (blog) -Reno Gazette-Journal -Washington Post (blog)all 394 news articles »

Mar

SB Nation's 2010 MLB Previews: Cincinnati Reds, Burdened With Expectations - SB Nation (blog)

2010-03-09

Washington PostSB Nation's 2010 MLB Previews: Cincinnati Reds, Burdened With ExpectationsSB Nation (blog)Chris Dickerson is a natural center fielder who will also see some time in left field, where he is pretty good, though not outstanding. ...Chapman looks worthy of buzz in debutMLB.comChapman makes MLB debutBleeding Edge TVStubbs, Gomes homer; phenom unveiledCincinnati RedsMLB.comall 485 news articles »

Mar

Jimenez on time, on mark in first start - MLB.com

2010-03-09

Washington PostJimenez on time, on mark in first startMLB.comPHOENIX -- Despite what happened last time, the Rockies allowed right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez to make the drive from Tucson, ...Smith drives in three to spark RockiesColorado Rockies Newsall 143 news articles »

Mar

Mets' offense has field day vs. Nats - MLB.com

2010-03-06

Mets' offense has field day vs. NatsMLB.comWith the bases loaded, Mike Hessman hit a fly ball to deep left field. Harris ran and made a nice running catch near the wall, but Martinez scored on the ...and more »

Mar

Rays to mainly use Burrell in DH role - MLB.com

2010-03-07

Tampa TribuneRays to mainly use Burrell in DH roleMLB.comCLEARWATER, Fla. -- The fact that Pat Burrell was in left field instead of right really wasn't what mattered. ...Ruggiano hits walk-off homerDevilRays.comRuggiano homers in ninth inning to give Tampa 6-4 win over Red SoxGaea Times (blog)Burrell to start in right field vs. PhilliesMLB.comall 180 news articles »

Mar

SB Nation's 2010 MLB Previews: Cincinnati Reds, Burdened With ...

2010-03-09

The most likely prospects to see time in Cincinnati this season are Chris Heisey, who had a breakout season in Double-A last year and could be used in left field by the Reds if the current options don't pan out, and Juan Francisco, ...

Mar

The FireRickReilly 2010 MLB Preview: Kansas City Royals ...

2010-03-09

He's a better fielder in center than Ankiel, so that doesn't make much sense, but whatever. DeJesus is at least a major-league caliber player, and that's what the Royals need. Scott Podsednik will play left field. ...

Mar

Long Wait Ahead For MLB 10: The Show Patch | pastapadre.com

2010-03-09

There's no reason why I hit a home run off the left field wall in Minute Maid Park in 08's game, then in 09's game hit a home run in the same place and it goes through the wall. Not to mention fans "phasing" through the backstops as ...

Mar

MLB Weekly Capsule | Technical News

2010-03-09

He then threw a ball into left field on his way to the dugout, threw his glove, and proceeded to strike the dugout drink dispenser with a bat. The normally even tempered Zambrano accepted his six-game suspension and undisclosed fine ...

Mar

MLB: Baseball's 5 Top Base Stealers | For the public, by The Public

2010-03-09

Now leading off, Ellsbury, center left field, Ellsbury. There hasn't been this much excitement on the basepaths around here since 1973. Since Tommy Harper. Tommy Harper may never have been allowed to join the Elks, but in 1973, ...

Mar

SB Nation's 2010 MLB Previews: Baltimore Orioles, More Than Just ...

2010-03-08

Nolan Reimold, called up in 2009 to fill in for injury, took hold of left field and ran with it. A potential power threat, the rookie led the team in OBP in '09 and trailed only Luke Scott in SLG. He also led all rookies in HR with 15 ...

Mar

2010 MLB season preview: Washington Nationals

2010-03-08

On top of that switching Dunn from Left Field to first base should also help. This team still has big questions at second, and short. The sooner Strasburg can get to the minor the better, but we must remember that he is still a pitcher ...

Mar

Offseason In Review: New York Mets: MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com

2010-03-09

The Mets came into the offseason with needs at left field, first base, catcher, the rotation, and the bullpen. GM Omar Minaya's approach: one big move and tons of little ones. Bay was the major expenditure; his option has a decent shot ...

Mar

Game Report: Sandy Creek v. Starr's Mill, 3/8/10 « Andy Seiler's ...

2010-03-09

Home of the MLB Draft Notebook ... He stepped in to start the game, and then he promptly punched the ball down the left field line for a hit that he stretched into a double. There wasn't an opportunity to really clock him down the line to first base, but on that double, with a wide turn, he clocked in at 4.24 seconds to first, an average number even with the turn, showing what kind of speed he has. Toles eventually came around to score in the inning, and Triplett and ...

Mar

Burrell to start in left field vs. Phillies (Major League Baseball)

2010-03-06

Burrell to start in left field vs. Phillies

Mar

MLB: San Francisco 2B Freddy Sanchez eager to return (Honolulu Advertiser)

2010-03-09

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — San Francisco second baseman Freddy Sanchez has begun taking swings off a tee and considers himself ahead of schedule as he recovers from a procedure on his non-throwing left shoulder.

Mar

MLB: Young pitchers poised to make it big in 2010 (Reno Gazette-Journal)

2010-03-10

They might start the season in such disparate outposts as Woodbridge, Va., Louisville and Fresno. Eventually, they'll find their way up to major league cities, and their clubs hope the apprenticeship away from the limelight will help them handle what's coming.

Mar

MLB: Former Dodger Willie Davis found dead in his home (Honolulu Advertiser)

2010-03-09

BURBANK, Calif. — Willie Davis, a speedy center fielder who collected two World Series rings, three Gold Gloves and was a two-time All-Star during his 14 seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers, has died. He was 69.

Mar

MLB: Twins slide past Cardinals (The Telegraph)

2010-03-09

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — On a tough day for the Minnesota Twins, third base prospect Danny Valencia provided something positive.

Mar

MLB preseason: Twins top Cards 7-6 on Valencia’s homer in 8th (The Fargo Forum)

2010-03-09

FORT MYERS, Fla. – Minnesota third base prospect Danny Valencia hit the go-ahead home run in the eighth inning and the Twins beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-6 on Tuesday.

Mar