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« on: October 12, 2017, 04:15:17 PM »
PUERTO RICO -- 6 months ago, Clifford Mitchell took the mound in the most important start of his illustrious career. It was game 9 of the WBA Championship in front of a raucous crowd in Buenos Aires. 9 innings later, his Dolphins emerged victorious, champions of the world.  Buenos Aires opening day starter Clifford "Fudd" Mitchell "A feeling like that doesn't come around often," said a reflective Mitchell. "It was euphoric. Winning that game, in a game 9, in front of our fans. I can't describe it really. It was special." Since that day an offseason has come and gone. A championship parade wound through the streets of Buenos Aires, and a star 3rd baseman, Toshikuni Hashimoto, departed for Paris. The Dolphins front office opted for a conservative offseason approach, even as division rival Sao Paulo pushed all their chips to the center of the table. "It was hard to let Hashimoto leave. He was an enormous part of what we've been able to build here," said Dolphins GM BuenosAires_Jake, "But we see ourselves as a perennial contender. We made moves we think will put us in a position to win in 2110, but also 2120." Many fans in Buenos Aires expressed some disappointment that the team was not more aggressive during WBA's hot stove season, but Dolphin skipper Jon Taylor's optimism was unfazed, saying "Our goal is the same as it was last season. A few faces may have changed but we believe that we have 25 guys we can count on in October, just like we did last season." Taylor's optimism will get an early test in the next ten days, as the Dolphins open the season on the road against the upstart Puerto Rico Coqui before hosting division rivals Sao Paulo and Rio in back to back series. Dan Farnell
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« on: October 02, 2017, 07:19:35 PM »
BA gets: Fabricio Wickes
Carolina gets: Leonilde Castanheta (AA)
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« on: September 22, 2017, 07:25:02 PM »
Trade is conditional upon Hashimoto accepting an extension at $38/2. Huck I won't get home in time to offer this. If indeed today is the last day for extensions, could you offer this for me? If he accepts...
MC gets: Hashimoto
BA gets: 2110 3rd round pick or 3 star prospect to be named later.
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« on: September 12, 2017, 06:53:33 PM »
Dolphins eye playoffs after historic regular seasonBUENOS AIRES -- Jon Taylor's Dolphins journeyed to Rio this weekend needing just one win to secure the ABL single season wins record. Their work was cut out for them in Friday night's matchup against the Jaguars. After eight innings the score was tied 5-5, but the Dolphins' potent top of the order was coming up to bat. A one out walk was issued to Owen Stanton, thus beginning a two-run ninth that would, after John Solomon's 57th save, lead to a 7-5 Buenos Aires victory. The Dolphins would go on to win two of their three games in Rio, finishing with a record setting 106 regular season wins. Though champagne was popped and sprayed in a jubilant clubhouse, no one was willing to settle for regular season success alone. "It's a testament to all our hard work to set the wins record. We're gonna celebrate and feel good about ourselves tonight," said Dolphins manager Jon Taylor. "But nobody remembers the '06 Palmchats because they won 104. They remember what happened in October. We want to end up in the WBA history books, and we know that quest begins in the playoffs next week." Dolphins shortstop Vinicius Caruma echoed Taylor's sentiment, saying "We think we're a great team. We need to prove that every inning of the playoffs."  While there are certainly lofty goals afloat in Buenos Aires, veteran hurler Clifford Mitchell was careful to remind his younger teammates of what lies ahead. "Right now, all I'm thinking about is game one against Rio in front of our fans. The playoffs demand the best of all of us, and I intend to stay loose and throw every pitch with conviction and focus." Whatever happens in October, the Dolphins will have left their mark on the ABL history index. But its clear that that accomplishment will not be enough to satisfy the Dolphins players, or their fans. Dan FarnellDan Farnell covers the Dolphins for the Buenos Aires Herald. He previously was the beat writer for the Montreal Voltigeurs of the World Baseball Federation, and his memoir "Finding Myself: How Elective Eye Surgery Ended My Career as a Pitcher, and Began my Life as a Writer" has sold millions of copies and has printed in 22 languages.
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« on: September 09, 2017, 10:43:40 AM »
Dolphins face difficult decision as playoffs loomBUENOS AIRES--There has been much to celebrate for Argentinian baseball fans this year, as the Dolphins have raced out to a commanding lead in the Latin America division of the ABL. But the players and coaches are anything but satisfied. "After losing in the championship last year, we knew we had one goal for 2109," said veteran hurler and team ace Clifford Mitchell. "We've played the entire season with that one goal in mind." Dolphins ace Clifford "Fudd" Mitchell That goal, it needs not be said, is to clear the one hurdle that tripped up the Dolphins last season and win a WBA championship. But as the playoffs loom, Dolphins manager Jon Taylor faces some tough choices, especially in his starting rotation. In an attempt to audition more arms, Taylor recently expanded his rotation to include six pitchers. "We've been very happy with our starting pitching this season. We're lucky to have the depth to expand to a six-man (rotation) late in the year to keep our guys fresh," said Taylor, adding that "The move also gives us a chance to give Toddy (Young) a look for the 4 spot."  Dolphins manager Jon Taylor Three right-handers, Clifford Mitchell, Zuesef Longle, and Feliciano Pgo, have etched their names into the playoff rotation with certainty. The fourth spot, however, remains open to as many as five potential contenders. Harmage Partha has been an integral part of the BA rotation since coming over from Seoul in 2106. But injuries have stalked his fortunes ever since he went down with a torn flexor tendon during last season's playoffs. This season he has made only seven starts and has yet to find sustained success. Todd Young has journeyed back and forth between the rotation and the bullpen since he debuted with the Dolphins in '03. In his 20 starts this season he's gone 12-5 with a 3.25 ERA. "Hot Toddy," as the fans call him, was recently re-added to the starting rotation. Young failed to assert himself, though, surrendering four runs in six innings against the Northwest Emeralds. Wang-fen Lao has been steady, though not exactly sensational, in this his first full season in the Dolphin rotation. His ERA has hovered around 4 for most of the season. The 24 year old righty is coming off a four inning, seven run shellacking at the hands of Santo Domingo, a foe the Dolphins are likely to encounter this October. Two names also beckon from the Dolphins' AAA affiliate in La Plata, where Jorge Torres and Victor Lopez have dazzled all year long. Officially, the pair are not being considered for the playoff roster, but sources close to the team have indicated that both Torres and Lopez have been instructed to continue their throwing programs despite the AAA season having concluded. According to Jon Taylor, that move is nothing but routine. "We will be choosing our fourth starter from our active roster," said Taylor, declining to elaborate or answer follow up questions from media members. In any case, a call-up this late in the season seems unlikely as things currently stand. With the Dolphins gaze fixed squarely on the postseason, one can be assured that every start made by Partha, Lao, and Young will be carefully scrutinized by the Buenos Aires coaching staff and front office. Dan FarnellDan Farnell covers the Dolphins for the Buenos Aires Herald. He previously was the beat writer for the Montreal Voltigeurs of the World Baseball Federation, and his memoir "Finding Myself: How Elective Eye Surgery Ended My Career as a Pitcher, and Began my Life as a Writer" has sold millions of copies and has printed in 22 languages.
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« on: July 20, 2017, 01:29:58 PM »
Buenos Aires Gets: 2109 1st RD
NW Gets: 2109 1st RD, 2109 2nd RD
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« on: June 04, 2017, 09:36:19 PM »
BA gets: Hashimoto
Karachi gets: Jose Davila (AA), Tomas Diaz (A), and 2109 3rd round pick from BA
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« on: June 01, 2017, 09:19:42 PM »
Andy told me to pass word along that he is without wifi at the moment. Should have it up and running next week it sounds like.
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« on: March 03, 2017, 08:02:59 PM »
BA sends: Lopo Sobaran
Rome sends: Wang-fen Lao (AAA) and Qui-Li Chin (AAA)
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« on: February 10, 2017, 09:31:49 PM »
Seoul Gives
$18 million
Buenos Aires Gives
5th Round Pick, Juliano Canoso (AA), Bellchyor Castagnolli (AAA), Christian Houston (AA)
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« on: February 04, 2017, 09:46:42 PM »
Buenos Aires Sends
1st round pick (1:6), 3rd round pick (3:6), Gennarino DaVinci (AAA)
Florida Sends
1st round pick (1:2)
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« on: January 03, 2017, 09:54:56 AM »
Rio Gets:
Daniel Garcia and my 4th round pick
Buenos Aires Gets:
Feng Jiang (AAA)
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« on: December 04, 2016, 12:22:34 PM »
Buenos Aires Gets:
Harmage Partha
Seoul Gets:
Jeremy Fournier (R) and Rui Lagarto (AAA)
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« on: September 15, 2016, 06:38:20 PM »
Gareth Pollock and ($7.415 million)
for
2nd round pick, Pedro Gomez (R), and Jesus Marin (AA)
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« on: August 19, 2016, 06:50:15 PM »
Buenos Aires Sends
Ray Morgan, Jose Delgado, Cesar Madrigal (A), Sergio Rios (A)
Bogota Sends
Gareth Pollock
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« on: July 05, 2016, 08:39:23 AM »
BUENOS AIRES--By this time next week, teams will have crossed the 100-game threshold. In the Americas Baseball League's Latin American Division, a three-horse race has developed. Those three horses are the Santo Domingo Palmchats, the Buenos Aires Dolphins, and the Sao Paulo Toucans. This article will take a look at each of those three teams in order to identify how they have gotten themselves into playoff contention, and what it will take to get over the hump and into the postseason. Santo Domingo The Palmchats are in first place in the Latin American division by two games. It is their offense that deserves the credit for their success. Their 491 runs lead the entire Americas League by a commanding 15 runs. Santo Domingo relies on a balanced attack on offense. 7 of their 8 regular position players are hitting at least .289. All this output at the plate is in spite of injuries to key players Mehdi Khalfan, Felipe Escalon, and Will Jones. Escalon and Jones are slated to return in two weeks, at which point the rest of the league will have to deal with an even more potent lineup. However, if there is anything in which the Palmchats' competitors can take solace, it is the less than stellar run prevention Santo Domingo fans have seen thus far. The 468 runs that Palmchat pitchers have surrendered is good for 6th of the 10 teams in the Americas League. Their pitchers have been especially vulnerable to the home run ball, giving up 103 so far this season, good for 2nd most in the ABL. If their pitching is going to turn it around, they will need a stronger contribution from veteran starting pitcher Tyler Newman, who has posted a 4.11 ERA after an especially disappointing 5.04 showing in 2103. Competitors will be hoping that they can slow Santo Domingo's bats enough to benefit from their less-than-stingy pitching. Whether that will happen remains to be seen.  Starting Pitcher Tyler Newman Buenos Aires Dolphins Buenos Aires has been the polar opposite of Santo Domingo in 2104. The Dolphins' pitching has been nothing less than remarkable. The Americas League's top 3 starting pitchers by ERA all reside in Buenos Aires. The 364 runs the team has surrendered stands as the best mark in the ABL. The starting rotation is due for improvement yet, as Vincente Rodriguez is due to return from the disabled list at any moment. The pitching staff is bolstered by a defense that has racked up a +24.8 zone rating, a mark that is also good for first in the ABL. However, the formidable Dolphin defense cannot always depend on much of a cushion from the bats. The 421 runs they have scored ranks them 8th in the ABL and last in the Latin American Division. They have been especially strikeout prone, registering 856 so far this year, which is the 3rd worst in the Americas. However, they have been able to belt 103 home runs, which stands at 4th in the ABL. Perhaps the offense will be bolstered by 24 year old centerfield prospect Antonio Hernandez, who has posted an eye popping .309/.376/.526 in 43 AAA games. Whether or not the Dolphins are able to see the postseason will depend on whether their offense can supply enough runs for their extraordinary pitching and defense.  Centerfield Prospect Antonio Hernandez Sao Paulo No one in the league wants to see a team run by Allen Iverson (AI) to win a division, but Sao Paulo may do just that. They currently sit 2.5 games behind the division leading Palmchats. Unlike the extremely offensive or defensive approaches of Santo Domingo and Buenos Aires, respectively, the Toucans have used a very balanced approach to rack up their 52-47 record. They have been led by a 20 year old shortstop named Carlos "Spud" Vargas. Vargas has belted 21 home runs while also getting on base at a .330 clip. He will surely be a force to be reckoned with for years to come in the ABL. Vargas has been aided by the contributions of Sao Paulo's formidable 1-2 pitching punch of Michael Shields and Roberto Morales. The pair have gone a combined 21-10 while compiling ERAs of 2.91 and 2.85, respectively. Altogether, the group has amassed a pythagorean record of 55-44, good for second in Latin America behind Buenos Aires. If "Spud" Vargas can power this team to a division championship, he will have made the beginnings of his sure-to-be phenomenal legacy.  Carlos "Spud" Vargas *** It is anyone's guess what will happen in the final two months of the season, but one can count on a thrilling finish as these three Latin American division teams duke it out atop the division.
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« on: June 21, 2016, 05:13:29 AM »
New York Gets: Serafino Cunhal (AAA) and Brendan St. John (R)
Buenos Aires Gets: Jose Romano (A) and Angel Ramos (A)
*Edited to include St. John.
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« on: May 22, 2016, 11:47:25 AM »
Buenos Airs sends:
1B Santos Pina (A)
C Germano Churro (RL)
4
3B Vassily Yaitsky (ML)
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« on: May 12, 2016, 06:50:11 PM »
I don't have much time for this post, but I'm putting Sifiye on the block. He's been very good for me the past few years. 5.4 WAR each of the past two seasons. I'm looking for cheaper, controllable pitching. I'm not desperate to move him, so I won't accept unequal value just to get rid of the money. Here's his page idk how to hyperlink. http://www.worldbaseballassociation.com/reports/news/html/players/player_3048.html
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