MLB: Papi saves Red Sox, again Aug 27, 2009
Red Sox and White Sox Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk was in the Boston clubhouse before the game. Asked who he was rooting for, he said, the Sox. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A fishing Buddy for Obama? Aug 26, 2009
The wall s adorned with 24 tiles signed by the likes of Amy Poehler, Carlton Fisk, and Ben Mezrich. See one you like. (Boston Globe)
Rangers Inbox: Will club re-sign Byrd? Aug 25, 2009
First basemen Mark Teixeira and John Mayberry Sr. both did it but how about catcher Carlton Fisk, who was 36 when he hit for the cycle in 1984. Are the Rangers going to stay on FSN Southwest. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Parnell continues audition as starter Aug 19, 2009
At that point, Piazza trailed only Carlton Fisk (351), Johnny Bench (327) and Yogi Berra (306). He passed all of them before his tenure with the Mets ended. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Pudge rejoins Rangers for chance to win Aug 19, 2009
" It is also adding one of the greatest catchers in the history and certainly the most prolific. Rodriguez, while with the Astros, set a Major League record earlier this year when he played in his 2,227th game as a catcher, passing Carlton Fisk on the all-time list. That took place during Interleague Play while the Astros were playing the Rangers in Arlington. Rodriguez has played in 14 All-Star Games and won 13 Gold Gloves, most by a catcher and tied for the fourth most at any position. He also... (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
German gets chance to shine on Sunday Aug 9, 2009
The others were Hall of Fame outfielder Sam Rice and catcher Carlton Fisk. Washington said he is thinking about putting Julio Borbon in the lineup on Sunday. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
White Sox charity drive attracts fans Aug 7, 2009
Baseballs included in the sale will be signed by current players and White Sox legends, such as Hall of Famers Carlton Fisk and Luis Aparicio. But the biggest auction of all comes on Saturday, the final day of the charity drive. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Hill to get breather with Soto's return Aug 6, 2009
For catchers like Hundley, Davis, Thurman Munson, and Carlton Fisk, 26 straight games was nothing. "Before, it was a little more common than -- now, no," Cubs manager Lou Piniella said. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Buehrle's perfect game raises Hall of Fame issue Aug 2, 2009
"If Mark Buehrle pitched in New York or Boston, he would be a lot more well-known, no question," said Hall of Fame catcher Carlton Fisk, who follows Buehrle and the White Sox from his home in the southwest Chicago suburbs. "Or even on the other side of town where he is. The Cubs get most of the attention in Chicago. The White Sox are the 'other' team.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
In final hours, Reinsdorf signs off on Peavy Aug 1, 2009
" In Reinsdorf's long White Sox ownership tenure, dating back to 1981, he rates the magnitude of the Peavy trade right up there with the free agent signings of Carlton Fisk and Albert Belle. Neither Fisk nor Belle pushed the White Sox over the top for a championship, but maybe Peavy can be the missing piece in 2009, or in the next three years. Ultimately, the financial commitment to one pitcher was worth it in Reinsdorf's mind. "This game is all about trying to win for the fans," Reinsdorf said.... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
HONORS: Red Sox put up Rice's No. 14 on the Fenway facade Jul 29, 2009
Among those at Fenway to wish him well were , , Carlton Fisk and. Longtime Red Sox player, coach and manager Johnny Pesky pulled the red curtain off the No. 14 plaque that was hanging on the right field facade. (USA Today -- Sports)
Modest Rice has number retired at Fenway Jul 29, 2009
The seventh Red Sox player to have his number retired by the franchise, Rice joins Bobby Doerr (1), Joe Cronin (4), Johnny Pesky (6), Carl Yastrzemski (8), Ted Williams (9) and Carlton Fisk (27). "It's meaningful," Rice said. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Red Sox retire Rice's No. 14 Jul 29, 2009
Among those at Fenway to wish him well were Dwight Evans, Fred Lynn, Carlton Fisk and Dennis Eckersley. Longtime Red Sox player, coach and manager Johnny Pesky pulled the red curtain off the No. 14 plaque that was hanging on the right field facade. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Beckett wins 12th Jul 28, 2009
The team already has retired the numbers of six of its former players Bobby Doerr, Joe Cronin, Johnny Pesky, Carl Yastrzemski, Ted Williams and Carlton Fisk. Pedroias homer was the 21st allowed this year by Cahill, matching last years team high of Greg Smith. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Stadium seeing an unusual surge of power Jul 28, 2009
A statement released by the GreenJackets said Klesko will make his appearance at Friday's home game, with a portion of ticket sales going to support the Family Y. Klesko will sign autographs before the game, throw out the ceremonial first pitch and contribute to a silent auction that will feature autographed memorabilia from Rollie Fingers, Carlton Fisk, Al Kaline, Bob Feller, Pete Rose, Cal Ripken Jr., Brooks Robinson, Harmon Killebrew and Jim Palmer. GOOD TO BE BAD : The GreenJackets entered... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Straight from top - Werner says major Red Sox deal possible Jul 27, 2009
The Sox deviated from that by retiring the numbers of Carlton Fisk, who finished his career with the White Sox, and Pesky, who neither made it to the Hall of Fame nor finished his career with the Red Sox. Boggs s Hall of Fame plaque shows him wearing a Red Sox cap, and he is certainly one of the players the team is considering when it comes to retiring numbers in the future. (Boston Globe)
Teammates show pride with Hall visit Jul 27, 2009
But this was the first trip to Cooperstown for Yaz since 2000, when he supported two former teammates in Carlton Fisk and Tony Perez. Yastrzemski, legendary for his privacy, was not going to miss Rice's big day. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Hall chapter closed, Rice opens up Jul 27, 2009
The last time he showed up, in fact, was in 2000, when Carlton Fisk went in. But he roused himself to show up for this one, and that meant a lot to Rice. (Boston Globe)
Mauer brings hot bat back to Minnesota Jul 27, 2009
"I think we're going to be talking about Joe Mauer 10 years from now the same way we talk about Johnny Bench, Bill Dickey, Roy Campanella, Carlton Fisk," Scioscia said. "He's going to be as good as anybody who's played the position. You don't find many guys who can do what he can do.". (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Rice hits the links for Hall golf tourney Jul 26, 2009
Carlton Fisk 00002D2C remembered the resignation Henderson inspired in a defense that tried to keep him glued to first base. "After you played against him a little while, you just let him go," Fisk said. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Boggs wades into a discussion, wants Sox to retire his number Jul 26, 2009
Obviously, that was not the case with Carlton Fisk, so there has been an exception. Boggs believes his number should be retired because he was inducted into the Hall wearing a Red Sox cap and amassed most of his statistics in a Sox uniform. (Boston Globe)
Long balls propel Angels to seventh win Jul 25, 2009
"I think we're going to be talking about Joe Mauer 10 years from now the same way we talk about Johnny Bench, Bill Dickey, Roy Campanella, Carlton Fisk," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "He's going to be as good as anybody who's played the position. "You don't find many guys who can do what he can do. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Save for Mauer, lost effort vs. Angels Jul 25, 2009
" Liriano was outpitched by Angels ace John Lackey who held the Twins to four hits in seven and 2/3 innings, only giving up two runs, both of which were solo homers to Joe Mauer.w Mauer's first home run was hit off the rocks in center field in the fourth inning and the second was to right field in the sixth inning. For the catcher, his two home runs Friday marked the first time this season he has hit two home runs in a game. It was also the third multi-home run game of his career. "I think we're... (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Rice's No. 14 to be retired by Red Sox Jul 23, 2009
It will be the seventh number to be retired by the franchise, joining Bobby Doerr (1), Joe Cronin (4), Johnny Pesky (6), Carl Yastrzemski (8), Ted Williams (9) and Carlton Fisk (27). Jackie Robinson's No. 42 has been retired by all Major League teams. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Backstop bats » Jul 18, 2009
Mike Piazza did it twice, and the others are current or future Hall of Famers: Roy Campanella, Johnny Bench, Yogi Berra, Mickey Cochrane, Carlton Fisk and Pudge Rodriguez. And then there's Porter, a good player most of his career who turned in one extraordinary season. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Passing the Bucks: Stars were aligned during franchise's early years writeLink("vid_id=1621&file=bucksmarketing.flv"); Jul 13, 2009
After 36 consecutive seasons of Midwest League baseball and sporadic pro ball dating back to 1895, a stadium where players like Luis Aparicio, Carlton Fisk, Clint Hurdle, Willie Wilson and Von Hayes crafted their trade on the way to the big leagues was vacant. Not for long. While some pined over the loss of pro ball, others went to work to put a team in Waterloo that would stand the test of time. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Who’s in the Halladay spirit? Jul 12, 2009
Other Hall of Famers/former Red Sox who are expected to attend: Eckersley, Wade Boggs, Dick Williams, Carlton Fisk, Tony Perez, Fergie Jenkins, Juan Marichal, and Tom Seaver. Happy birthdays this week to John Dopson (46), Chuck Rainey (55), Mark Brandenburg (39), and Don Pavletich (71). (Boston Globe)
'Lost Son of Havana' tracks Luis Tiant's return Jul 10, 2009
Baseball is threaded seamlessly through a series of vintage clips and interviews with, among others, former Sox stars Carlton Fisk and Carl Yastrzemski, who were his teammates. The tale of Tiant s exile starts with his father, Luis Sr., a Negro League pitcher from the 1920s to 40s who returns to Cuba to a decidedly inglorious life. (Boston Globe)
Tough to be proud of D-Backs on 4th Jul 4, 2009
Carlton Fisk hit the foul pole with an iconic home run, but the Big Red Machine eventually prevailed in Game 7. That might have been the top of the mountain for Major League Baseball. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Paulino leads Astros over Tigers 8-1 Jun 29, 2009
Bob Boone, who was second on the list with 2,225 before Rodriguez passed both he and Carlton Fisk for the title, attended the ceremony. Tigers manager Jim Leyland thinks Rodriguez will reach another milestone before he retires: 3,000 hits. (KHOU.com, TX)
Pudge honored for setting catching mark Jun 28, 2009
Rodriguez set the record against the Texas Rangers, the same team he broke into the Majors with as a 19-year-old rookie on June 20, 1991, crouching behind the plate for the 2,227th time to surpass Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk. As of Saturday, his total games caught now stands at 2,283. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
He's legging it 103 miles for Arms for Kids Jun 22, 2009
He's starting the Friday of Labor Day weekend in Charlestown, N.H., a little town on the Vermont border where Baseball Hall of Famer and Boston Red Sox legend Carlton Fisk grew up, and finishing at Rye Beach on Monday. Justin isn't a drifter, a wandering nomad or a walkaholic (wow, two new words in one day), mind you. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Rare bird: O's catcher Wieters is at home around the plate Jun 20, 2009
In the last half of the 20th century, only a handful of catchers rose above the crowd: Yogi Berra, Roy Campanella, Johnny Bench, Carlton Fisk, and combined the physical tools with the leadership characteristics to entrench themselves with their teams, endear themselves to their fans and put up numbers worthy of Cooperstown. More recently, and became iconic elements of the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, respectively. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ball, fathe00001314rhood hand-in-hand for Hairstons Jun 20, 2009
"Back then, it was great, but now as I'm older, I realize I got a chance to be around Carlton Fisk, Harold Baines, Greg Luzinski and all those great players," Hairston Jr. said. "There was camaraderie they had on that team -- the older players with kids, too. Casey Fisk, Ryan Luzinski, my brothers and Doug Rader's kids, we always went out and played. "My father didn't want us running around wild in the clubhouse. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
* Pudge Rodriguez sets catcher record Jun 19, 2009
Houston catcher Ivan Rodriguez acknowledges cheers from fans after a video tribute was played during the third inning of the Astros game against the Rangers in Arlington, Texas, on Wednesday, after he passed Carlton Fisks record for career games by a catcher in the majors ... He surpassed the record of Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk, who played for Boston (1969 to 1980) and the Chicago White Sox (1981 to 1993) and made his last appearance behind the plate on June 22, 1993 X against Texas. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Pudge sets games caught mark Jun 18, 2009
Ivan Rodriguez breaks Carlton Fisk's record for most games caught - MLB - SI.com ... Ivan Rodriguez broke Carlton Fisk's career record for most games caught ... Rodriguez, now with the , caught his 2,227th game Wednesday night against the Rangers, a night after matching Carlton Fisk -- a Hall of Fame catcher also nicknamed "Pudge". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Murphy's single in the 10th wins it for Rangers Jun 18, 2009
Rodriguez broke the major league record for the most games by a catcher with the start against the Rangers, surpassing the held by Carlton Fisk ... Rodriguez, who began his career at age 19 in 1991 and played 12 seasons in Texas, caught his 2,227th game to break Carlton Fisk's record. (Longview Daily News, WA)
MLB: Pudge sets record for games caught Jun 18, 2009
Rodriguez, now with the Houston Astros, caught his 2,227th game Wednesday night against the Rangers, a night after matching Carlton Fisk a Hall of Fame catcher also nicknamed Pudge. The Rangers won the game on a David Murphy RBI single in the 10th. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Yankees stifled by Lannan Jun 18, 2009
Rodriguez, who began his career at age 19 in 1991 and played 12 seasons in Texas, caught his 2,227th game to break Carlton Fisk s record. Rockies 5, Rays 3 - Troy Tulowitzki hit a three-run homer and Aaron Cook survived a shaky fifth inning that included homers by Evan Longoria and Carl Crawford as host Colorado snapped Tampa Bay s six-game winning streak. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Rays end Rockies' 11-game run Jun 18, 2009
It was Rodriguez's 2,226th career game behind the plate to tie Hall of Fame catcher Carlton Fisk. Texas' Kevin Millwood (7-4) worked seven innings. (Honolulu Advertiser)
"Pudge" Breaks All-Time Catcher Record Jun 18, 2009
The 37-year-old Rodriguez, who spent his first 12 seasons with the Rangers, passed Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk for the major league record. "That's what's so special for me because I did it in the place that I started, back in 1991," said Rodriguez. (Click2Houston, TX)
PUDGE BREAKS RECORD Jun 18, 2009
Rodriguez, now with the Houston Astros, caught his 2,227th game Wednesday night against the Rangers, a night after matching Carlton Fisk a Hall of Fame catcher also nicknamed "Pudge". GAME REPORT: PRESIDENTIAL BOX. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rangers spoil catcher Ivan Rodriguez's record night with 5-4 win over Astros in 10 innings Jun 18, 2009
Rodriguez broke the major league record for the most games by a catcher with the start against the Rangers, surpassing the held by Carlton Fisk ... Rodriguez caught his 2,227th game Wednesday night to break Carlton Fisk's record, but David Murphy hit the game-winning RBI single with one out in the 10th inning to lift the Texas Rangers past Rodriguez and the Houston Astros 5-4. (FOX61, CT)
* Ortiz powers Red Sox to easy victory over Marlins Jun 18, 2009
It was his 2,226th career game behind the plate to tie Hall of Fame catcher Carlton Fisk. Kinsler, 4 for 33 with no RBIs the previous eight games, put the Rangers ahead to stay with his fourth leadoff homer this season. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
MLB: Rangers ruin Pudges record-tying night Jun 17, 2009
Its an unbelievable record to tie Carlton Fisk. I respect him a lot, said Rodriguez, who got warm receptions each time he was introduced. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Right place, time for Pudge's big moment Jun 17, 2009
" And now he is about to receive confirmation. In Tuesday's opener of an Interleague Series against the Texas Rangers, he will catch for the 2,226th time, tying Carlton Fisk's all-time record at the position. The next day, he will break the record that helped usher the original Pudge into the Hall of Fame. "I congratulate the other Pudge on achieving this amazing milestone, as I know the endurance and strength it takes to get there," said Fisk. "Congrats. " "To be able to get to that level is a... (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Pudge set to make history back home Jun 17, 2009
With two more games played behind the plate, he'll pass Carlton Fisk (2,226) for the most career games caught. Rodriguez entered play Tuesday with 2,225 games caught -- tied with Bob Boone for second place -- and was in the lineup. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Is Joe Mauer baseball's best catche... Jun 17, 2009
"Mauer . . . is a two-time American League batting king with a lifetime .316 batting average. His career .399 on-base percentage is phenomenal, far outdistancing the marks amassed by such Hall of Fame catchers as Yogi Berra (.348), Johnny Bench (.342), and Carlton Fisk (.341). ". Writer Pat Borzi's recent story for MinnPost. (Suite101.com)
Astros fall on historic night for Pudge Jun 17, 2009
The only bright spot for the Astros came in the fifth inning, when catcher Ivan Rodriguez hit a solo homer on the night he tied Carlton Fisk for having caught the most games in Major League history with 2,226. He can break the record Wednesday. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Ross' power surge gives lineup balance Jun 16, 2009
" Ross is no stranger to posting big numbers in a series. The best Ross has done in a series came last year at Colorado. In a four-game span against the Rockies at Coors Field, he had 12 hits and drove in 15 runs from July 3-6. Ross was the first player since Carlton Fisk -- Sept. 5-8, 1977 -- to record 15 RBIs in a four-game series. Fisk did it against the Blue Jays. Reminded of his series in Colorado, Ross replied: "I don't know that I'll ever repeat that. " is a reporter for MLB.com. This... (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Silver Boot in sight for Rangers Jun 16, 2009
Astros catcher Ivan Rodriguez, who caught for the Rangers from 1991-2002, needs one game to tie and one more to pass Carlton Fisk for most games caught in Major League history ... "I'm one of those who values and understands the significance of catching that many games. It was in 1984 on a Nike trip with Carlton Fisk, Bob Boone and Gary Carter, that I brought it to their attention that Al Lopez had 1,918 games caught and all of us were in a position to catch him. From that point on, it became a... (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Pudge set0000059E to make history of his own Jun 16, 2009
Rodriguez will catch his 2,225th career game, which will tie Bob Boone for No. 2 on the all-time list and leave Pudge one behind the all-time leader, Carlton Fisk. That will put Pudge in position to match and pass Fisk's record during the upcoming Interleague series in Arlington against the Rangers -- where and with whom Rodriguez had spent the first 12 years of his career. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Pudge poised for record-setting series Jun 16, 2009
Rodriguez will catch for the 2,226th time in Tuesday's series opener with the Rangers and make it 2,227 on Wednesday -- tying, then breaking Carlton Fisk's Major League record for games caught, in the cradle of his Hall of Fame-caliber career. That much we know. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Pudge reaches milestone behind the plate Jun 16, 2009
It will be a short chase for No. 1: Rodriguez is now within one of Carlton Fisk's record of 2,226, a record he will tie and break during Houston's upcoming Interleague series in Arlington against the Rangers. "To be able to do what Bob Boone and Carlton Fisk did, play that many games, to get to that level is a great accomplishment, I think," Rodriguez said prior to the game. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Versatility keeps Keppinger in lineup Jun 6, 2009
Ivan Rodriguez ranks third all-time in games played as a catcher with 2,220, trailing only Carlton Fisk (2,226) and Bob Boone (2,225). Tickets. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Inbox: Will Andrus' glove be recognized? Jun 2, 2009
An unofficial survey shows that at least six rookies have done it, including four catchers: Charles Johnson (1995), Sandy Alomar (1990), Carlton Fisk (1972) and Johnny Bench (1968). The list also includes outfielder Ichiro Suzuki (2001) and second baseman Ken Hubbs (1962), who played for the Cubs for two years before dying in a plane crash. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
The Best Rookie Seasons for Catcher... May 31, 2009
The Best Rookie Seasons for Catchers: How Will Matt Wieters Compare to the Top Five. The Best Rookie Seasons for Catchers. (Suite101.com)
Baltimore giddy for Wieters show May 30, 2009
The Official Site of the Baltimore Orioles. Heralded backstop makes O's debut amid much fanfare. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Hanover softball bows out in extra innings May 30, 2009
It was a Carlton Fisk moment. The person with the best view made the call. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Welcome, Matt: Wieters to debut May 29, 2009
" Goldstein went on to say that Wieters' two-month stint at Triple-A Norfolk did nothing to change his evaluation, and Stockstill said that the catcher had learned a lot about calling a game from manager Gary Allenson. Wieters can also credit an assist from Baltimore manager Dave Trembley during Spring Training. Trembley, by way of conversation, challenged Wieters to look at video of hitters from around the Major Leagues. And weeks later, when Wieters was about to be sent out, Trembley asked him... (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Knee problem forces Astros C Rodriguez out of game May 26, 2009
Rodriguez has caught 2,212 games, third on baseball's career list behind Bob Boone (2,225) and Carlton Fisk (2,226). A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Kendall records 2,000th career hit May 19, 2009
In his 14th season as a big leaguer, Kendall now finds his name alongside Bench, Yogi Berra, Gary Carter, Carlton Fisk, Ted Simmons, Mike Piazza and Ivan Rodriguez as 2,000-hit catchers. "You never know in this game," Kendall said. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Pudge goes deep vs. Cubs for 300th homer May 18, 2009
He's 20 games away from tying the other Pudge -- Carlton Fisk -- for the record for all-time games caught. Sunday marked Rodriguez's 2,206th game behind the plate. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Bodley: Rice pround to join elite May 16, 2009
Carlton Fisk did the same thing. "And so would I," said Rice. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
MERCER COUNTY BASE BALL TOURNAMENT May 10, 2009
WEST WINDSOR -- You half expected Hopewell Valley High's Austin Catherina to break into a Carlton Fisk impersonation, feverishly waving his arms in an attempt to keep the long towering drive he hit in fair territory. "I knew it was gone off of the bat," Catherina, without a hint of cockiness, said of his sixth inning three-run home run which provided the difference in the Bulldogs' 5-4 vic tory over Ewing in the quarterfin als of the Mercer County Tournament yesterday afternoon. (NJ.com -- Times)
