Jeter should win his first MVP award Sep 18, 2009
During Jeter's career, which now is approaching two decades, the AL most valuable awards routinely have gone to power hitters -- Juan Gonzalez, Jason Giambi, Ken Griffey Jr., Frank Thomas and Mo Vaughn to cite a few. When the voters looked short of the fences, it was to honor Ichiro Suzuki and Dustin Pedroia. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cahill's gem carries A's to sweep Sep 17, 2009
The star-studded '06 A's had Frank Thomas and Milton Bradley leading the offense, Barry Zito and Dan Haren anchoring the rotation, and Huston Street at the back of the bullpen. The collection of mostly young and unproven players that comprises the '09 squad has a lot of ground to cover before it morphs into a club that well-rounded, but it's been showing signs of late that it's not out of the question. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Strong feeling that Wakefield will go Monday Sep 17, 2009
David Ortiz s home run Tuesday night put him ahead of Frank Thomas for the all-time lead as a designated hitter with 270. Lot of guys can t do it or they re not comfortable doing it, Francona said of being a DH. Even some guys on days off don t want the day off to do that; they don t know what to do with themselves. (Boston Globe)
Ortiz connects for milestone homer Sep 16, 2009
Big Papi's two-out, eighth-inni 0000334F ng blast off Los Angeles reliever Jose Arredondo was his 270th dinger as a designated hitter, passing Frank Thomas for the most all-time at that position ... It was his 270th as a designated hitter, passing Frank Thomas for the most all-time ... "But records are there for a reason, and people need to keep that in mind. Being up there with a guy like Frank Thomas, it's great.". (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Matsuzaka brilliant in return Sep 16, 2009
"Having Dice-K back and throwing the ball the way he can is just huge for us, especially with us thinking about going to the playoffs right now," said Red Sox slugger David Ortiz, who clubbed his 270th career homer as a DH, surpassing Frank Thomas for the all-time record. It was Matsuzaka's first quality start of 2009 and it came against the team the Red Sox have a strong likelihood of facing if they hold on to their Wild Card lead and advance to the postseason. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Baines trails Thome in Sox All-Time 9 Sep 16, 2009
Frank Thomas is showing why he is the iconic White Sox player from the last 30 years, holding a sizable lead at first base over Paul Konerko. Thomas' 1993 season, one of the best in the history of the franchise, resulted in the Big Hurt hitting. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Dice-K shuts down Angels, leads Red Sox to 4-1 win Sep 16, 2009
David Ortiz hit his record-breaking 270th homer as a designated hitter - surpassing Frank Thomas - and added an RBI single after Boston broke a scoreless tie in the sixth thanks to a throwing error by John Lackey (10-8). The Red Sox have won six straight since returning to Fenway Park after Labor Day. (Concord Monitor)
Youkilis ailing with back spasms, Martinez away from Red Sox Sep 16, 2009
On a roll David Ortiz hit his 24th home run of the season, and the 270th of his career as a designated hitter, pushing him past Frank Thomas on the all-time list. The Sox are 21-2 when Ortiz homers. (Boston Globe)
Dice-K, Red Soxbeat Angels Sep 16, 2009
Ortiz hit Jose Arredondos second pitch to straightaway center to surpass Frank Thomas atop the all-time DH home run list. The Angels won eight of their previous 11 and entered the night with a six-game lead over Texas in the AL West; Boston led the Rangers by 4 in the wild-card race. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A's erupt to send Tomko to 100th victory Sep 15, 2009
" Sweeney didn't do much wrong with the bat, either. In the sixth, he doubled in a run off 16-game winner Scott Feldman. In the seventh, he cleared the bases with a three-run double to turn the game into a classroom frog dissection. And just for the heck of it, he drilled another double to open the ninth. Still just 24 years old despite having played in parts of four big league seasons, Sweeney, who has been endorsed as a future All-Star by likely Hall of Famer Frank Thomas, is batting .336 with... (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Pedroia, Ortiz power Buchholz to win over Os Sep 9, 2009
Ortiz homered in the seventh inning to tie Frank Thomas for the most all-time by a DH. Kevin Youkilis, J.D. Drew and Alex Gonzalez also homered for the Red Sox, whose first five hits were homers as they improved to 12-2 against Baltimore this year. Buchholz struck out five and walked one to improve to 4-0 over his last five starts. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Big Papi ties Big Hurt for homers as DH Sep 9, 2009
BOSTON -- Tying Frank Thomas for the most home runs all-time by a designated hitter wasn't even a thought in David Ortiz's mind when he strolled to the plate to lead off the bottom of the seventh inning on Tuesday night ... "Wow. That's a good accomplishment. Frank Thomas is a 500-home-run hitter, so to be tied with him, that's special.". (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
TomVerducciInside Baseball The races are lacking, but here are 10 key storylines to follow. Sep 9, 2009
Bryce Harper race, Derek Jeter homer total among stories to watch - Tom Verducci - SI.com. Posted: Tuesday September 8, 2009 12:30PM; Updated: Tuesday September 8, 2009 12:43PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
BASEBALL NOTES Rodney to appeal suspension Sep 9, 2009
Ortiz ties Thomas: Boston's David Ortiz tied Frank Thomas for the most home runs by a designated hitter, hitting his 269th homer as a DH against Baltimore right-hander Bob McCrory in the seventh inning of a 10-0 win over the Orioles. Also, the Red Sox activated shortstop Jed Lowrie from the 15-day disabled list. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Red Sox hit season-high 6 HRs to beat Orioles 10-0 Sep 9, 2009
Ortiz homered in the seventh inning to tie Frank Thomas for the most all-time by a DH.. Buchholz struck out five and walked one to improve to 4-0 over his last five starts. (Concord Monitor)
Pedroia leads Sox's homer barrage Sep 9, 2009
" Designated slugger David Ortiz's solo home run in the seventh inning Tuesday night was his 269th as a designated hitter, tying Frank Thomas for the most long balls at that position. PlayerHome runs David Ortiz269 Frank Thomas269 Edgar Martinez243 Harold Baines236 Don Baylor219 Jose Canseco208 Chili Davis200 Buchholz has settled into quite a groove over the past month, going 4-2 with a 3.00 ERA and six quality starts in seven outings since Aug. 8. He's yielded three runs or fewer in nine of his... (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Lind chats with Blue Jays fans Aug 25, 2009
Lind: Ken Griffey Jr. and Frank Thomas. ahill4mvp: Hey Adam. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Contreras pitches White Sox past Royals Aug 20, 2009
Paul Konerko doubled in a first-inning run, joining Frank Thomas and Luke Appling as the only White Sox with 1,000 RBIs. Beckham's third-inning homer made it 2-0, and Quentin's shot in the fourth answered DeJesus' home run. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Big Papi has power stroke working Aug 20, 2009
" For Ortiz to have success against the Blue Jays is nothing new. His 34 long balls against Toronto are tied for the most against any opponent. He has also gone deep on the Rays 34 times. But the slugger's home run on Wednesday also brings him closer to breaking a Major League record. Ortiz's 265 career homers as a DH put him four shy of Frank Thomas for the all-time lead. Ortiz's power streak comes at a time when the Red Sox's bats -- which have struggled recently -- are starting to heat up... (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Chat transcript: Outfielder Matt Kemp Aug 19, 2009
Gary Sheffield and Frank Thomas. jzelaya: How do you feel about having your own bobblehead night. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
JoePosnanskiInside Baseball There's nothing humorous about these players' big-money deals. Aug 14, 2009
Alex Rios is latest blunder byToronto BlueJays' J.P. Ricciardi - Joe Posnanski - SI.com. Posted: Thursday August 13, 2009 9:47AM; Updated: Thursday August 13, 2009 2:35PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Damon, Tex reach exclusive club Aug 11, 2009
It was also done by the Tigers' Hank Greenberg and Rudy York in 1938, and the White Sox's Magglio Ordonez and Frank Thomas in 2000. "We have some time to break the record, which is good," Damon said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Blue Jays not shocked by Rios move Aug 11, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Jays not shocked by Rios move. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Sports Mailbag: 8/9/09 Aug 9, 2009
In 1959, no Pirates [player] was more beloved than slugging Pittsburgh-born Frank Thomas. Nevertheless, he was traded to the Cincinnati Reds for Harvey Haddix, Smoky Burgess and Don Hoak. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Failed Giambi experiment a caution to Beane Aug 8, 2009
He was a classic Billy Beane shortcut, an available ultra-veteran with a history of hitting who might have one or two more years left in his bat - in short, the Frank Thomas solution. Only Thomas has been the only veteran that truly benefited the A's, the heart of an order that brought a division title and an appearance in the American League Championship Series in 2006. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Mets hope to avoid effects of long travel Aug 7, 2009
In 1964, the Mets traded Frank Thomas to the ill-fated Phillies after Thomas had ridden the Mets' bus to Connie Mack Stadium. Thomas drove in two runs that day and three more in the next two games as the Phillies swept a three-game series. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Mets, Johan host new-look Redbirds Aug 4, 2009
Their 9-1 and 3-2 victories -- the latter was decided in the 14th inning on a home run by Frank Thomas against Moe Drabowsky -- produced the third sweep. As poorly as they fared in doubleheaders, though, their winning percentage in twin bills. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Jays' Halladay ready to focus on pitching Aug 3, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Halladay ready to focus on pitching. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Around the USA: Steroids: Does anyone care? Aug 3, 2009
Tony Gwynn, Cal Ripken Jr., Ken Griffey Jr., Frank Thomas, Curt Schilling, Albert Pujols. Even if one or more of those names appeared, it doesn't mean fans or even sponsors would care beyond the moment. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Hill's four RBIs lead Jays past A's Aug 2, 2009
Hill's fourth-inning shot was his team-leading 25th of the year, giving him the most homers in a season by a Toronto player since Frank Thomas slugged 26 for the club in 2007. The long ball also kept Hill right behind New York's Mark Teixeira, Minnesota's Justin Morneau and Tampa Bay's Carlos Pena in the race for the league's home run crown. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Roenicke hoping for shot to close Aug 2, 2009
That represents the most homers in a season by a Jays player since Frank Thomas launched 26 long balls in 2007. Toronto finished July with an 8-16 record, marking the first time the club did not win 10 games in a month since August 2004 (9-20). (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
The Bad and The Ugly Jul 28, 2009
Casey ran 43 players (including 17 pitchers) out onto the Polar Grounds (as he referred to their home field) that year, and some of them had very recognizable names Richie Ashburn, Gil Hodges, Frank Thomas, Jim Hickman, Gene Woodling, Gus Bell, Don Zimmer, Ed Kranepool, Roger Craig, Clem Labine. The problem was, except for Thomas, they were all either at the end of the line, or just starting out. (Philadelphia, TheInsiders.com)
Lind flexible, producing results for Jays Jul 25, 2009
His 22 home runs are the most by a Blue Jay since Frank Thomas' 26 and Rios' 24 in 2007. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Dome hard to let go (19) Jul 19, 2009
It's where I've seen greats like Kirby Puckett, Paul Molitor, Ken Griffey Jr. and Frank Thomas and nobodies like Chip Hale, Scott Stahoviak and Mark Johnson. The poor sightlines, the uncomfortable seats, the Plexiglas that used to line the top of the left-field wall, the cheesy Hefty bag wall in right field and the unnaturally green Astroturf surface. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
- Thomas, Thomas, Walla win scramble 0 Jul 19, 2009
SEELEY Frank Thomas, Frankie Thomas and Michael Walla won a three-man scramble tournament hosted by Lakeview Golf Course here July 11. The tournament had 30 participants. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Konerko belts three in monster day Jul 8, 2009
His eight grand slams tie Carlos Lee and Frank Thomas for second-most in White Sox history. Pat Seerey holds the team record with four home runs at Philadelphia on July 18, 1948. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Konerko's three taters lead Sox to win Jul 8, 2009
" Konerko registered his 24th career multi-homer game and hit his eighth career grand slam, tying him for second place in White Sox history with Carlos Lee and Frank Thomas. He is now two behind franchise leader Robin Ventura. With 57 RBIs this season, Konerko is only five away from matching his season total from a disappointin 000030DD g 2008 campaign. "When you're doing bad and things aren't going your way, it's as bad as it gets," Konerko said. "It just seems terrible. It seems like you're... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Pirates fall 3-1 to Cubs Jun 30, 2009
Of note: Today marks the centennial anniversary of the opening of Forbes Field, and these former players are expected to attend: Bill Mazeroski, Elroy Face, Dick Groat, Steve Blass, Hank Foiles, Bob Friend, Bobby Del Greco, Dave Giusti, Nellie King, Bob Robertson, Don Schwall, Chuck Tanner, Grant Jackson, Manny Sanguillen and Frank Thomas. Catch more on the Pirates at the PG's. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Forbes 100: Bucs celebrate anniversary Jun 30, 2009
Those scheduled to attend the pregame ceremonies include: Steve Blass, El Roy Face, Bob Friend, Dick Groat, Mazeroski, Manny Sanguillen, Frank Thomas, Don Schwall, Bob Robertson, Nellie King, Dave Giusti, Hank Foiles and Bobby Del Greco. Additionally, the Pirates will also honor former staff members that worked at the old ballpark. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Prospect works on skills with Knights Jun 27, 2009
He ranks second on the team's list for career home runs (307) and RBIs (971) trailing only Frank Thomas in both categories. Konerko leads the team in RBIs so far this season. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Movin' On Up: Blanks gets his shot Jun 27, 2009
A big guy (6-foot-6 with listed weight that has varied but is currently noted at 285), his resemblance to former slugger Frank Thomas has been noticed more than a few times. A similar career would certainly not displease the Padres. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Artificial Sweeteners May Contaminate Water Downstream Of Sewage Treatment Plants And Even Drinking Water Jun 19, 2009
rgen Brauch and Frank Thomas Lange from the Water Technology Center in Karlsruhe, Germany, were able to demonstrate the presence of several artificial sweeteners in waste water. See also. (Science Daily)
SPORTS & DRUGS Test links Sosa with doping Jun 17, 2009
Frank Thomas, '90-08 - 521. Ted Williams, '39-60 - 521. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
MARCHMAN: Why I sincerely hope that Pedro doesn't return to MLB Jun 16, 2009
So will Frank Thomas, who had enough for two Hall of Fame careers. (This is actually true -- as a hitter, at least, he was every bit as good as has been through age 29, and the rest of his career is basically the same as Frank Chance's. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
White Sox aren't swayed by past in Draft Jun 16, 2009
The Official Site of the Chicago White Sox. Sox aren't swayed by past criticism in Draft. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
2009 Academic All-Star profiles May 25, 2009
Sunday, May 24, 2009. Published: Sunday, May 24, 2009 1:07 PM EDT ACADEMIC ALL-STARS. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
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Sunday, May 24, 2009. 2009 Academic All-Star profiles. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Peavy rejects trade to White Sox May 22, 2009
" Since taking over as White Sox general manager before the 2001 season, Williams has made more trades than any other GM in all of baseball. Those acquisitions range from top young talent such as outfielder Carlos Quentin and left-handed pitcher Danks to key veteran additions such as pitchers Freddy Garcia and Jose Contreras, outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. and designated hitter/outfielder Carl Everett. Garcia, for whom the Sox outbid teams such as the Yankees, Contreras and Everett all contributed... (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Manuel, Church say relationship is fine May 20, 2009
" "Back in the day, me and old Frank Thomas had some issues, but that was that," Manuel said, referring to his time as manager of the White Sox. "That was me and Frank. But I don't have a problem with Ryan. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Not enough muscle? May 17, 2009
Frank Thomas, DH, free agent - Thomas is back in the Chicago area watching his son play high school ball, but those who have seen him say he's in phenomenal shape and is ready for another chance. 5. (Boston Globe)
Lind stabilizes DH spot for Blue Jays May 16, 2009
Matt Stairs received the most starts with 82, followed by Lind, Frank Thomas and Kevin Mench with 16 apiece. Stairs, Thomas and Mench are no longer with Toronto. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Acting Their Age May 16, 2009
Meanwhile, no club has wanted old free agents such as Jim Edmonds, Frank Thomas, Ray Durham and Paul Lo Duca. Is it age bias. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Griffey, Wakamatsu make the game fun again for Mariners May 14, 2009
By Kevork Djansezian, Getty Images. The Seattle Mariners have been sporting more smiles and enjoying more high-five moments this season than a year ago. (USA Today -- Sports)
Thanks to Manny, PED talk is back May 14, 2009
As SI.com's Tom Verducci points out in , only five of the top 15 home run hitters from 1993 through 2004 have not been "connected to performance-enhancing drugs by positive tests, the Mitchell Report or news reports": Ken Griffey Jr., Frank Thomas, Jim Thome, Jeff Bagwell and Carlos Delgado. From what we know now, each of those players is to be commended for succeeding the right way when it was all too tempting to try and do things the wrong way. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Dodgers' Ramirez suspended for 50 games May 8, 2009
Manny Ramirez suspended 50 games for positive drug test - MLB - SI.com. Posted: Thursday May 7, 2009 11:57AM; Updated: Friday May 8, 2009 3:27AM. (CNN -- US)
Baseball’s failed try: the DH rule Apr 30, 2009
Frank Thomas was great, but I d rather see a five-tool player get his chance in the field and at the plate than an aging first baseman who can t play first base anymore. Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, who has coached in both leagues, may have stated it best. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Jocketty not worried about Reds' hitting Apr 28, 2009
A scan of the right-handed hitters still seeking work will show Frank Thomas, Jay Payton or Shannon Stewart. Meanwhile, a right-handed hitter inside the organization continues to tear it up at Triple-A Louisville. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
MLB MAILBAG: Red Sox and Rangers should talk catchers Apr 16, 2009
More on the Frank Thomas, Roger Clemons, the Steroids Era and interference. Texas' Jarrod Saltalamacchia could be the ideal replacement for declining Boston catcher Jason Varitek. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Baseball Today (45) Apr 16, 2009
2006 -- Eric Chavez, Frank Thomas and Milton Bradley all homered on consecutive pitches in Oakland's 5-4 victory over Texas. 2008 -- Jose Lopez became the 12th player in major league history to hit three sacrifice flies in a game, and the Seattle Mariners tied the team record for five sac flies in an 11-6 victory over Kansas City. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Back-to-back, Dye, Konerko reach 300 Apr 14, 2009
Konerko sits second in White Sox history behind Frank Thomas' 448 home runs and was able to put this memorable accomplishment into perspective by simply looking across the locker room at Jim Thome, who has 543 career dingers. A smiling Dye shared the same sentiment. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
New season means another 'tour' stop for 90-year-old White Sox fan (24) Apr 9, 2009
During the journeys, which her family has labeled "The Mary Bellile-White Sox Tour," Bellile has met Jim Thome, Paul Konerko, Jermaine Dye, Bartolo Colon, Frank Thomas, Carlos Lee and Magglio Ordonez. She has a story and visual evidence for every encounter. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Lind getting used to life as a DH in Toronto Apr 8, 2009
During his stint with the Blue Jays, Frank Thomas would head into the clubhouse after an at-bat to ride a stationary bike in order to occupy the time before his next trip to the plate. Other players filling that role will move into the tunnel behind their dugout to take some swings or to the video room to break down footage of their last stop in the batter's box. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Sweet relief as Mets take opener Apr 7, 2009
He went as far to compare Murphy with Frank Thomas. When the Mets arrived at Great American Ball Park, they had every reason to suspect this game would run short -- if it even began. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Best guesses from the projection room Apr 5, 2009
Frank Thomas, DH, free agent: He started working with hitting coach Mike Easler at the On Deck batting facility in Las Vegas three weeks ago. The results. (Boston Globe)
Something About Gary Apr 1, 2009
What's next for Gary Sheffield. - Jon Heyman - SI.com. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
