Hoch checks in from Fantasy Camp Nov 20, 2009
Roberto Alomar lives nearby and stopped in, taking in some of the action from behind the plate and greeting some of the fantasy campers. That was a special thrill for Peter Tsebeilis, who hails from Ontario and is -- yes -- a Blue Jays fan. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Lincecum narrowly wins 2nd Cy Young Nov 20, 2009
Alomar up for HOF: Roberto Alomar has career numbers that compare favorably with many of baseball's greatest second basemen ... Roberto Alomar has career numbers that compare favorably with many of baseball's greatest second basemen. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Acta Adds Alomar To Coaching Staff Nov 19, 2009
The son of former big-league infielder Sandy Alomar and brother of long-time star infielder Roberto Alomar, Sandy was signed at age 17 by the San Diego Padres in 1983. He played one game for them in 1988, seven in 1989 -- then was traded to Cleveland in a blockbuster deal on Dec. 6, 1989, when he, infielder Carlos Baerga and outfielder Chris James were exchanged for outfielder Joe Carter. (Kansas City, TheInsiders.com)
Silver bats highlight Jays' awards season Nov 17, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Lind, Hill take home hardware; Halladay a Cy candidate. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Longoria nabs Gold Glove Award Nov 11, 2009
Since 1990, only seven players have won a Gold Glove at a younger age than Longoria: Ken Griffey Jr., Ivan Rodriguez, Andruw Jones, Roberto Alomar, Rolen, Chavez and Jeff Francoeur. The 2008 season marked the 53rd year of the Gold Glove Award. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
O's Jones seeking first Gold Glove Nov 10, 2009
If he were to capture the Gold Glove, he'd be the first O's outfielder to win it since Paul Blair -- an eight-time winner -- in 1975, and the first position player since Roberto Alomar and Rafael Palmeiro each won it in '98. "From Day 1, he clearly has grown as a player," O's president of baseball operations Andy MacPhail said upon Jones being named to the Midsummer Classic in St. Louis. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Yanks' 27th title caps long list of records Nov 5, 2009
Jeter's second three-hit game brought his Series total to 11 hits, one shy of the six-game record shared by Billy Martin (1953), Paul Molitor ('93), Roberto Alomar ('93) and Marquis Grissom ('96). The hat trick also pumped Jeter's career World Series average from. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Cruz Jr. chats with Blue Jays fans Sep 26, 2009
I remember in a previous chat Roberto Alomar said that he grew up idolizing your dad ... Secondly, Roberto Alomar was the guy that I looked up to and that is why I switch-hit. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Vizquel impressed by young Angels Sep 21, 2009
" With the Indians, a club absolutely stacked in talent in the '90s, Vizquel played alongside Roberto Alomar in arguably the most athletically gifted double-play combination in the game's history. Izturis, who has primarily played second base this season with Aybar making his 126th start at short on Sunday, absorbed everything he could from both Vizquel and Alomar. "I watched them and then had videos and would watch them all the time on [flights], wanting to see what they did and how they... (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Nippert swings back as starter Sep 16, 2009
The other players to do so in the past 30 years were Roberto Alomar, Ken Griffey Jr., Alex Rodriguez, Andruw Jones and Adrian Beltre. Washington said Taylor Teagarden will likely start behind the plate on Wednesday with Nippert on the mound. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Hill trails Alomar in Jays' All-Time 9 vote Sep 16, 2009
Hill has already claimed franchise records for a second baseman with 32 home runs and 98 RBIs, passing marks set by Blue Jays great Roberto Alomar. In an online vote aimed at determining the best performers in a single season at each position, Alomar currently boasts roughly an advantage of 1,800 votes over the up-and-coming Hill. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Orioles' All-Time 9 races heating up Sep 16, 2009
Brian Roberts, the second-longest tenured member of the current Orioles team, will see most of his competition from fellow switch-hitter Roberto Alomar. Alomar was an Oriole for three seasons and an All-Star in all three of them. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
* Jeter belts single to surpass Gehrig Sep 13, 2009
Roberto Alomar is 52nd at 2,724. ANGELS 7, WHITE SOX 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Jeter tops Yankees hit list Sep 12, 2009
Roberto Alomar is 52nd at 2,724. It was Jeters 268th hit against Baltimore, his most against any opponent. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jeter surpasses Gehrig to become Yankees' hits leader Sep 12, 2009
"As historic and significant as becoming the Yankees' all-time hit leader is, the accomplishment is all the more impressive because Derek is one of the finest young men playing the game today. "That combination of character and athletic ability is something he shares with the previous record holder, Lou Gehrig," the statement said. When his grounder got past diving first baseman , Jeter's parents raised their arms in excitement. Joining them in an upstairs box filled with family and friends were... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Jeter Tops Gehrig, Sets Yankees Hit Record Sep 12, 2009
NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2009. Players Poured out of Dugout, Engulfing Jeter with Hugs, Pats on the Back. (CBS News)
All-time dreadful seasons Sep 5, 2009
The expectations Sure, 2003 had been a bit of a disappointment after three division titles from 1999 to 2002, but had missed half the season, so hopes were high for a team that also featured , Luis Gonzalez, Steve Finley, free-agent acquisition Roberto Alomar and trade acquisition Richie Sexson. The train wreck Johnson was fantastic (16-14, 2. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Covering the bases with Youkilis Aug 26, 2009
Just don t expect Ozzie Smith, Roberto Alomar, Carl Yastrzemski, Willie Mays, or Roberto Clemente. Happily, Youk is not complaining about any of this. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Pirates' role of leader finds Vazquez Aug 25, 2009
" It wasn't that long ago, Vazquez would like to think, that he was on the other side of such a relationship. He still speaks highly of Roberto Alomar Jr., Ivan Rodriguez and Juan Gonzalez, all players with whom Vazquez crossed paths in winter ball. Each took time to serve as a mentor to Vazquez, now a utility infielder. However, no player was more of an influence on the young Vazquez than Alomar, who -- like the Pirates veteran -- grew up in Puerto Rico. In fact, while Vazquez lauded the... (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Trio of Jays in running for Aaron Award Aug 20, 2009
The previous record for a Blue Jays second baseman was 17 homers in one season -- set by Roberto Alomar in 1993 and matched by Hill previously in 2007. Hill broke that mark this year with two blasts against the Phillies on June 28. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Champion Jays reunite, catch up Aug 7, 2009
Carter, as well as former All-Stars such as Roberto Alomar, Paul Molitor and Devon White, will be in town all weekend to celebrate the two championships. "I think it's just a nice feeling to be a part of this group -- to be a part of the World Series team," former first baseman John Olerud said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Pettitte Wins as Yankees Beat Blue Jays 5-3 Aug 5, 2009
Former Blue Jays second baseman Roberto Alomar attended the game. read more stories in. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Halladay, Hill enjoy Classic Jul 15, 2009
Hill became the second Toronto player to start an All-Star Game at second base, joining Roberto Alomar (1991-94), and said that he was taken aback by the entire experience. "Where do you start? Look around this locker room and some of the name plates," Hill said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays' Hill takes nothing for granted Jul 14, 2009
The previous mark of 17 homers was set by Blue Jays great Roberto Alomar in 1993 and later matched by Hill in 2007. Hill declined an invitation to take part in the Home Run Derby on Monday, but the Jays expect his power showing to continue in the second half. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Pelfrey can usher in break on high note Jul 12, 2009
The players who previously have worn No. 12 are: Roberto Alomar, Ken Boswell, Ron Darling, Tommy Davis, Sammy Drake, Shawon Dunston, Jorge Fabregas, Danny Garcia, Shawn Gilbert, Joe Ginsberg, Jesse Gonder, Jack Hei 000035AA demann, Keith Hughes, Cleon Jones, Jeff Kent, Lee Mazzilli, Willie Randolph, John Stearns and John Stephenson. Randolph also wore No. 12 as manager, and Stearns wore it as a coach. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Halladay, Hill headed to All-Star Game Jul 6, 2009
"They appreciate what you do on the field, and that's saying that they like the way you play the game. That's all I can ask for is just that they appreciate the way I play the game, and I look forward to talking to the guys when I get there. It's not hard to see why Hill's peers decided to send him to St. Louis. Through 82 games for the Blue Jays, Hill has hit .299 with a .339 on-base percentage and a .503 slugging percentage, while providing Gold Glove-caliber defense. He led Toronto's offense... (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays great Alomar chats with fans Jul 3, 2009
Roberto Alomar will be part of the Blue Jays' Back2Back reunion in August ... During a Web chat, former Blue Jays second baseman Roberto Alomar talked about playing in Toronto, the current team, what's he's doing since leaving baseball and more. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Abreu, Vizquel share in Venezuelan lore Jul 2, 2009
"He was one of the three guys I respected the most -- Ozzie Guillen, Roberto Alomar and Omar Vizquel. Omar is just a special person. He's smart on and off the field." Vizquel remembers the day. "He came to the Leones as a young guy," Vizquel said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Angels' Izturis taking cues from Alomar Jul 1, 2009
ARLINGTON -- Alfredo Griffin, a quality Major League shortstop for 18 years who now oversees the Angels' infielders when he isn't coaching first base, recently told Maicer Izturis that he sees some similarities to the great Roberto Alomar in the versatile Venezuelan's game. This, it turns out, was no coincidence. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Hill's newfound power years in making Jun 30, 2009
His 18th blast of 2009 established a new benchmark for Toronto second basemen, shattering the record of 17 in a season set first in 1993 by former Jays great Roberto Alomar and again in '07 by Hill, who played 160 games for Toronto that season. Hill broke Alomar's record in Toronto's 77th game this season and is currently on pace for nearly 40 home runs. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Hill sets Jays' mark for homers at second Jun 29, 2009
The record was set by Roberto Alomar, a Blue Jays legend who played a significant role in the team's back-to-back World Series victories in 1992-93 and is expected by many observers to be the first player inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame in a Blue Jays cap. It didn't take long for Hill to improve his record-breaking tally, adding another home run in the third inning. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays hope Doc can prescribe a victory Jun 29, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Toronto (41-36) vs. Tampa Bay (42-35), 7:07 p.m. ET. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Bullpen bearing a big load for Jays Jun 26, 2009
That tied the most homers in a season in club history by a second baseman, matching a mark set by Roberto Alomar (1993) and twice equaled by Hill (2007). Third baseman Scott Rolen's fifth-inning single on Thursday extended his hitting streak to 14 games, matching the best such run of his career (2006). (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Kottaras enjoys homecoming vs. Jays May 30, 2009
The backup catcher who used to cheer passionately for Joe Carter, Roberto Alomar and Jon Olerud as a Blue Jays fan had the honor of making his first career start at the Rogers Centre on Friday. Kottaras is the pride of Markam, Ontario, which is roughly a 30-minute drive from the home of the Toronto Blue Jays. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Homecoming for hot-hitting Hill May 9, 2009
OAKLAND Like Roberto Alomar, Aaron Hill likes to be in the middle of everything and not just when he's in the field at second base. Cito Gaston sees that as one similarity between Alomar, who should be a Hall of Fame second baseman eventually, and Hill, whose torrid April has carried over into May. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Rangers to celebrate Ryan's no-hitter May 1, 2009
The Jays' lineup that night at Arlington Stadium included John Olerud, Joe Carter and Roberto Alomar ... Ryan then struck out Roberto Alomar to end it and was carried off the field on the shoulders of his teammates. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Opinion: New generation of stars emerging Apr 29, 2009
Nathan Denette / APAaron Hill is reminding Blue Jays fans of Roberto Alomar ... He does things at second base that will remind you of Roberto Alomar, meaning his glove work can occasionally take your breath away. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Blue Jays reflect on Metrodome Apr 17, 2009
Minnesota's Jacque Jones chopped a pitch to McDonald, who scooped up the ball and relayed it to second baseman Roberto Alomar for a game-ending double play. "I'm always going to remember those things about being here," McDonald said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Gillick and Amaro willing to roll the dice in effort to improve Phillies Apr 5, 2009
He explained that he'd just traded Fred McGriff and Tony Fernandez to the Padres for Roberto Alomar and Joe Carter. There was a brief silence on the other end of the telephone. (NJ.com -- Sports)
Carter's No. 1 ... in Canada Apr 3, 2009
Aside from Carter, former players also attending the event include: Roberto Alomar, Paul Molitor, Jack Morris, Tom Henke, Pat Hentgen, Devon White, John Olerud, Duane Ward and David Cone. The reason why it took us 17 years to put this reunion together is because we had to wait until Mike Timlin finally retired, quipped Carter. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Carter leads reunion of 1992-93 champs Apr 3, 2009
Among the 30 players and coaches confirmed to attend are stars like Carter, Roberto Alomar, Devon White, Jimmy Key, Dave Stewart, Ed Sprague, John Olerud, Al Leiter, Pat Hentgen, Kelly Gruber, David Cone and Mike Timlin. "The reason it took 17 years for us to put this reunion together was we had to wait until finally Mike Timlin retired," Carter joked about his 43-year-old ex-teammate, who played 18 years in the Major Leagues. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Mets wrapping up another camp Apr 2, 2009
General manager Steve Phillips brought in new blood in 2002 -- Mo Vaughn and Roberto Alomar. Alas it proved to be tired blood. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Vizquel at peace with Rangers utility role Apr 1, 2009
Vizquel at peace with utility role. Veteran shortstop happy to help Rangers' younger players. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Cavaliers pass chemistry test Mar 3, 2009
In baseball, if a second baseman (say, Roberto Alomar) resents a popular shortstop (say, Omar Vizquel, just to pick a name out of a hat), he still has to throw the ball to him on a 4-6-3 double play. Players don't have to get along to succeed. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Indians Inbox: Best and worst acquisitions Mar 2, 2009
No. 3 is Roberto Alomar. After signing a four-year, $30 million deal before the 1999 season, he batted. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Farmer cultivated a new career Feb 25, 2009
So while he went to the Athletes Performance Institute during the offseason, working out with guys like Roberto Alomar, Carl Crawford and C.C. Sabathia, he also applied to business schools and took the GMATs. "I was trying to put as much as I could into baseball and see what happened," Farmer said about his offseason training regimen. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Infield logjam no concern to Wigginton Feb 22, 2009
"When I was coming up in the Minor Leagues with the Mets," said Wigginton, "they had Mo Vaughn at first, Roberto Alomar at second, Edgardo Alfonzo at third and Rey Ordonez at shortstop. And so what they did was have three of us play two days at third, two days at second, two days at first and two days in left field. "It just so happened that they didn't sign Alfonzo back and I got a chance to win an everyday job at third. " Wigginton won that job briefly, finishing eighth in the National... (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Orioles give Roberts monster 4-year extension Feb 21, 2009
The Orioles selected Roberts with a supplemental pick in the 1999 draft as compensation for losing free-agent Roberto Alomar. He replaced Jerry Hairston as the regular second baseman four years later. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Orioles' Roberts finalizes $40 million extension Feb 21, 2009
" The Orioles selected Roberts with a supplemental pick in the 1999 draft as compensation for losing free-agent Roberto Alomar. He replaced Jerry Hairston as the regular second baseman four years later. His deal Friday follows the six-year, $66.1 million extension given to right fielder last month. "It's a great message that has been sent at a very rough time to our organization, to our fans and to our city, how important all these guys are to us in the future and the direction that we're... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
How Good Is This Guy, Pujols? Feb 17, 2009
The landscape is littered with players like Ron Santo, Jim Rice, Don Mattingly, Dale Murphy and Roberto Alomar who appeared to be on the way to solid Hall of Fame careers but who suddenly lost their skills in their early thirties. The same could happen with Pujols but with his consistency and makeup, I would not expect it. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
