Joe PosnanskiJOE'S BLOG Sep 5, 2008
It's a messy process, not at all the orderly and logical thinking of "Well, if Ozzie Smith made it first ballot and Barry Larkin is as good as Ozzie Smith, then Barry Larkin will make it first ballot too." That's just not how it goes. So, up front let me say: That's not what I'm trying to accomplish here. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Experts Have Theories About Volleyball Injuries Sep 4, 2008
" Training Techniques Another theory which came up during interviews was that of training done outside of actual practices. Many training facilities now offer specialized training geared to help an athlete maximize performance for a particular sport. Examples of these facilities are the Ozzie Smith Sports Academy, Sports Performance Academy, LLC., and others. "I think many young athletes are trying to gain an advantage in the off season by working out, which of course is not a bad thing," Bruns... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Pujols again up for Clemente Award Sep 3, 2008
Two Cardinals Hall of Famers are on the list of past winners: Ozzie Smith in 1995 and Lou Brock in 1975. Pujols keeps busy with the Pujols F 000019ED amily Foundation and works around St. Louis, and the foundation holds a couple of major events every year. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Celebrity golf and poker to be part of Super Bowl fan mix Aug 30, 2008
Baseball Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, one of more than 30 celebrities that participated in the inaugural event during the 2008 Super Bowl in Phoenix, will be returning when the Super Bowl comes to Tampa next January, a release from organizers said. Other confirmed celebrities include Olympic gold medalist swimmer Ed Moses, NFL Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor, former Super Bowl quarterback Jim McMahon and actor Alfonso Ribeiro. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Greyhounds Attend Harold Pump Cancer Foundation Dinner Aug 13, 2008
Other guests included actor Denzel Washington, NBA Hall of Famers Oscar Robertson and Jerry West, boxer Sugar Ray Leonard, MLB Hall of Famers Ozzie Smith and Eddie Murray, NBA All-Star Gary Payton, MLB all-time hits leader Pete Rose, NBA coaches Rudy Tomjanovich and Mike Dunleavy Sr., NFL Hall of Famers Marcus Allen and Anthony Munoz and Tennessee men's coach Bruce Pearl. Loyola Sports. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Hampton wins, remains uninjured! Aug 7, 2008
Ozzie Smith did not have the offensive numbers in most areas that are valued these days: HRs, RBIs OBP, Slugging%, he was part of the era that was asked to move runners over, take the extra base(stealing or pushing a single to a double) ... Steve from OH made the statement that he would take a team of Kelly Johnsons and beat a team of my Ozzie Smith ... Ozzie Smith at all positions would have been any hitters nightmare Sure hands, speed, nerves of steel. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
St. Louis looks forward to All-Star Game Aug 6, 2008
Ozzie Smith said he was looking forward to next year's All-Star Game in St. Louis, the first one since 1966 in the Gateway City ... ST. LOUIS -- Ozzie Smith is no stranger to the Midsummer Classic, having participated in 11 All-Star Games. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Cards All-Stars want more '09 teammates Aug 6, 2008
08/05/2008 7:57 PM ET Pujols, Ludwick want more '09 All-Stars Selectees from '08 would love to see St. Louis teammates By Matthew Leach / MLB.com. Albert Pujols (right) hopes Tony La Russa is the 2009 NL All-Star manager, because it'll mean that St. Louis won the pennant. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Dodge ball just got better Aug 3, 2008
Taking a trip to the land of OzA few questions for Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith. Does it seem as if shortstops have changed from the days when you played. (Boston Globe)
Power Arms Vie for Aflac's National Baseball Player of the Year Honors Jul 31, 2008
Also on hand for the ceremony will be Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, who returns as honorary chairman for the 2008 Aflac All-American Baseball Game. "We are extremely pleased to once again have Jackie Robinson's name associated with this prestigious award," said Sharon Robinson. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Former Negro Leagues great Buck O'Neil honored Jul 26, 2008
National Baseball Hall of Fame members gather around a statue of former Negro Leagues star John J. "Buck" O'Neil after the statue was unveiled during a ceremony honoring O'Neil in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. From left are Frank Robinson, Ozzie Smith, Tony Perez, Joe Morgan, Billy Williams, and Dave Winfield. COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) Buck O'Neil can still bring out a crowd in Cooperstown. (USA Today -- Sports)
Gossage elected for impact on game Jul 26, 2008
Gossage is one of 21 relievers to have recorded at least 300 career saves. (Ray Stubblebine/AP). (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Pine Tar Game nets no sticking points Jul 24, 2008
07/23/2008 2:58 PM ET Pine Tar Game holds no sticking points Brett, Gossage recall infamous contest on its silver anniversary By Dick Kaegel / MLB.com. The infamous Pine Tar Incident. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Garcia set for first Major League start Jul 20, 2008
Ozzie Smith, one of the most beloved players in the history of the Cardinals' organization, will be honored Sunday with his election to the All-Time Rawlings Gold Glove team. "The Wizard" will be presented a special Gold Glove in recognition of his achievements. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Top Reds defenders honored pregame Jul 19, 2008
Nearly one million fans voted for the team, which also features pitcher Greg Maddux, first baseman Wes Parker, shortstop Ozzie Smith, third baseman Brooks Robinson and outfielders Willie Mays and Roberto Clemente. The players have exactly 100 Gold Glove Awards between them. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Player Journal: Dexter Fowler Jul 17, 2008
I also met a lot of baseball greats who were there for the Legends softball game, including Ernie Banks and Ozzie Smith. It was so great to just soak up the moment at Yankee Stadium. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Vizquel likes what he sees at shortstop Jul 13, 2008
" Vizquel has set a high bar for the position in a 20-year career that began with Seattle, continued in Cleveland and now is winding down in San Francisco. He's won 11 Gold Gloves, nine in a row from 1993-2001 and two more in 2005 and 2006, the last one when he was 39 years old. The only other shortstop with more Gold Gloves is Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, who won 13. Vizquel's .984 fielding percentage is the highest in history for shortstops who have played 1,000 games at the position, and he has... (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Guest conductors Jul 13, 2008
Paul Assenmacher '04 Ernie Banks (HOF) '98-'08 Rod Beck '06 Glenn Beckert '99, '01, '03, '06, '07 Mike Bielecki '00, '01 Steve Blass '03 Wade Boggs '05 Bill Buckner '02, '04-'06 Don Cardwell '02 Joe Carter '01 Ron Cey '04, '05 Jody Davis '01, '03, '04, '05, '06 Andre Dawson '98, '99, '00, '04, '06, '07 Bobby Dernier '00, '03, '05, 06, '08 Shawon Dunston '04 Carlton Fisk (HOF) '00 Jim Frey '04 Gary Gaetti '01 Doug Glanville '06, '08 Mark Grace '06, '08 Dallas Green '04 Glenallen Hill '03, '05 Ken... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Dodgers need to honor Koufax with statue Jul 13, 2008
Joining Marichal's likeness outside AT are statues of Willie Mays and Willie McCovey, while Gibson's bronze is accompanied at Busch by statues of several Cardinals greats, including Stan Musial, Rogers Hornsby, Dizzy Dean, Lou Brock and Ozzie Smith. You'll find statues of Joe Nuxhall, Ted Kluszewski and Frank Robinson at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati; Mike Schmidt and Steve Carlton at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia; and George Brett and Frank White at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Aflac Honors Sunshine State Standouts at Tropicana Field Jul 7, 2008
The five stars were honored by Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith and Tampa Bay relief pitcher Dan Wheeler, who presented them with their official team jerseys ... Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith will return as this year's honorary chairman, and in addition to promoting the game, will be on-site in Los Angeles for game week activities. (PR Newswire)
Aflac Honors Nation's Best High School Baseball Players Jun 30, 2008
Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith will return as this year's honorary chairman, and in addition to promoting the game, will be on-site in Los Angeles for game week activities. This is the second consecutive year that Smith has served as honorary chairman. (PR Newswire)
Kershaw Loses Battle of the Kids Jun 28, 2008
" Other Notes from *M*A*S*H* 4077 and Hawkeye Pierce: Kuroda came out of his bullpen session Wednesday with a little soreness, but it is an unrelated sore neck that will push his simulated game from today to Saturday. ...Nomar Garciaparra, out since April 26 with a strained left calf, may start a minor-league rehab assignment next week.? Stars of the 70s Honored The Dodgers will honor their star players from the 1970s tomorrow at a luncheon open to the public at Dodger Stadium. Hall of Famer... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Beyond the box score Jun 28, 2008
And four future Hall of Famers played on the 1978 Padres -- Dave Winfield, Ozzie Smith, Gaylord Perry (who won the Cy Young Award that season) and Rollie Fingers. WHO'S HOT. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
New York Giants' Michael Strahan and Dreier LLP Host Charity Golf Tournament June 29-30 Jun 25, 2008
WHO: New York Giants legend Michael Strahan and celebrity golfers including Marcus Allen, Lee Elder, Eric Dickerson, Deacon Jones, Julius Erving, Shawne Merriman, Dwight Freeney, Jessie Armstead, Harry Carson, Carl Banks, Jason Sehorn, Tony Siragusa, Vince Coleman, actor Chris McDonald (Happy Gilmore's "Shooter McGavin"), Richard Dent, Alonzo Mourning, Donnie Edwards, Marshall Faulk, John Kruk, Mario Lemieux, Ahmad Rashad, Ozzie Smith and Darryl Strawberry, among other celebrities and athletes.... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pirates to honor Clemente on Saturday Jun 19, 2008
Rounding out the rest of the Gold Glove team is catcher Johnny Bench, pitcher Greg Maddux and infielders Wes Parker, Joe Morgan, Ozzie Smith and Brooks Robinson. Saturday's game is scheduled to start at 7:05 p.m. ET.. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Pirates honoring Clemente, family for Gold Glove Jun 19, 2008
The rest of the team was catcher Johnny Bench, first baseman Wes Parker, second baseman Joe Morgan, shortstop Ozzie Smith, third baseman Brooks Robinson, outfielders Willie Mays and Ken Griffey, Jr., and pitcher Greg Maddux. Mike Thompson, Rawlings' senior vice president, will present the trophy to Clemente's wife, Vera, and their two sons, Roberto Jr. and Luis. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Garth Brooks, Jon McLaughlin, and Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Raise Their Voices to Help Starkey Hearing Foundation Raise More Than $5 Million at Annual Fundraiser Jun 17, 2008
The star-studded evening was attended by more than 1,500 supporters, including such VIPs and celebrities as former astronaut Buzz Aldrin, NBA legend Rick Barry, author and former cyclist Dan Buettner, former astronaut Scott Carpenter, former Secretary of Defense William Cohen, comedian Norm Crosby, actor Robert Culp, actor Lou Ferrigno, Baseball Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers, TV personality Alan Kalter, singer-songwriter Crosby Loggins, singer Sam Moore, golf legend Arnold Palmer, actress Marion... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Young brothers to reunite on field Jun 16, 2008
"It made it easier on me, being around Barry Larkin, Ken Griffey Jr., Ozzie Smith, Mark McGwire and players of that caliber at such a young age," Delmon said. "I always spent my time when my brother was in Cincinnati shagging with Griffey.". (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Cabrera bumps Janish out of Reds' lineup Jun 16, 2008
Ozzie Smith struggled, but he learned how to do it. "Brandon Harris is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs. | MLB Advanced Media, L.P. All rights reserved. The following are trademarks or service marks of Major League Baseball entities and may be used only with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. or the relevant Major League Baseball entity: Major League, Major League Baseball, MLB, the silhouetted... (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Old-timers pay homage to Vizquel's defense Jun 15, 2008
Old-timers pay homage to Vizquel's defense. Article:Old-timers pay homage to Vizquel's defense:/c/a/2008/06/14/SP4G119D1F.DTL Article:Old-timers pay homage to Vizquel's defense:/c/a/2008/06/14/SP4G119D1F.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
COACH OF THE YEAR:Former slugger thinks small, gets Lady Tigers to 3A finals Jun 15, 2008
That's why he loved watching his St. Louis Cardinals, with Ozzie Smith, Tommy Herr and Vince Coleman. As a 5-foot-10, 190-pounder in high school who hit cleanup, that was not a part of Kidd's game. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Brewers sign second-rounder Adams Jun 14, 2008
Adams wore that number to honor Ozzie Smith of the Cardinals, his favorite team. "I told myself within the last year that if I was going into the Draft, I couldn't have a favorite team -- I didn't want to be disappointed," Adams said. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
MLB works on its fast ball Jun 8, 2008
Another shortstop, Ozzie Smith, did it as well. From newstalgist Bill Chuck: "Derek Lowe is one of three players with at least 10 years of major league service who has never been placed on the DL, along with Brad Ausmus and Livan Hernandez.". (Boston Globe)
Take me to St. Louis Jun 5, 2008
If you're not lucky enough to be in town when the team is, you can still visit the Cardinal's Hall of Fame Museum, where the heroics of Stan Musial, Rogers Hornsby, Ozzie Smith and many others live on. Admission is $7. (CNN -- Travel)
Vizquel draws big praise in big week May 30, 2008
His career has him two Gold Gloves short of the record (13), which Ozzie Smith holds. But Vizquel's total of 11 -- eight with the Indians -- is more than either Aparicio or Cal Ripken, and his resume shows Vizquel has a better fielding percentage than all three. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Mailbag: Move Cain to the bullpen? May 27, 2008
To me, he is the best defensive shortstop to play the game, with all due respect to Ozzie Smith. Is there any chance that Vizquel plays long enough -- hopefully with the Giants -- to get 3,000 hits. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Vizquel sets mark for games at SS May 26, 2008
The 5-foot-9 shortstop has won 11 Gold Gloves, second to Ozzie Smith (13), while his fielding percentage. 984) ranks first among all shortstops who have played in over 1,000 games. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Vizquel set to tie shortstop record May 25, 2008
The Venezuelan, who has made bare-handed plays on sharp ground balls look almost routine over the years, owns 11 Gold Gloves -- second only to Ozzie Smith's 13 -- and sports a career. 274 batting average. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Lockwood, Smith to play in College World Series for OBU May 24, 2008
When Lockwood was younger, he liked Ozzie Smith of the Cardinals. Lockwood likes baseball. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
they responded May 23, 2008
Larkin was a better hitter, but Ozzie Smith was not a hitter and he's in the Hall ... and, not incidentally, Omar is a better offensive player than Ozzie Smith was. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Vizquel to be game's busiest shortstop May 23, 2008
His 11 Gold Glove Awards, second among shortstops only to Ozzie Smith's 13, say so. That's garnished by his other credentials, including his. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Commodores' King talks music, baseball May 23, 2008
The experience resonated so deeply that King promptly became hooked on baseball, a feeling that was especially contagious with Ryan, who grew up a "fanatic" Ozzie Smith fan ... "And my son came home and Ozzie Smith was sitting in the living room and he went crazy.". (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Many look forward to facing Cards May 16, 2008
To Ben Zobrist, St. Louis represents his childhood, as the infielder grew up a fan of Cardinals Hall-of-Famer Ozzie Smith and says his family would travel to games at the former Busch Stadium several times a year. This weekend's series will be the first time Zobrist will travel to the stadium as a player instead of a beloved fan, and yes, his family will be in attendance. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Jordan Group, CW 11 help raise $40,000 for St. Louis children's hospitals May 13, 2008
Sportscasters who participated were Joe Buck, Ozzie Smith, Al Hrabosky, Rick Horton, Bernie Ferderko, John Kelly, Rich Gould, Jay Randolph, Martin Kilcoyne, Randy Karraker, Mike Claiborne and Brian McKenna. In addition to Jordan Group and The CW11, other tournament sponsors included The Community Partnership at BENTON Homebuilders, Bonneville Radio Group, Charter Communications Inc., Suntrup Automotive Group, Coca-Cola, Dairy Queen, Fox Sports, Northwestern Mutual, Stealth Productions and The... (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Fleury criticizes his own lapse May 11, 2008
Fleury's failed Ozzie Smith impersonation can't be blamed on his baseball roots -- "I was a catcher," he said -- but, whatever the reason, his teammates aren't likely to begrudge him that lapse in judgment. After all, their goals-against average of 1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Athletic Mathis 'receiving' praise May 9, 2008
Springing from behind the plate, the Angels' catcher pounced on a pitch he'd deflected in front of the plate with the grace of Ozzie Smith and erased Josh Hamilton with a whirling, perfect throw. "I think the guy knew what I meant after that," Kotchman said, grinning. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Pro Sports Team Challenge Golf Pro-Am Slated for June 6, 2008 at Eagle Falls Golf Club at Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino May 8, 2008
At the Pro-Am, fans will be able to meet and play golf with sports icons like Charles Barkley, Mario Lemieux, Ozzie Smith, John Elway, LaDanian Tomlinson, Michael Strahan, George Brett, Pierre Larouche, Jason Kidd, and many other legendary athletes. Fans who take advantage of this rare opportunity get much more than just a round of golf. (PR Newswire)
Kemp catches fire with Pirates May 8, 2008
Ozzie Smith is my favorite player. It s always been a goal to play at that level. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Giants star Vizquel preaches focus in Fresno May 5, 2008
"Vizquel will join Class-A San Jose on Tuesday, Rohn said, when Fresno starts an eight-game road trip at New Orleans and Oklahoma City.Vizquel said before Sunday's game that if he could play in Fresno without pain, he would return to the Giants on Friday.More than home runsHe already is listed among the best defensive shortstops in the game's history, yet Vizquel said he is aiming at the record for most hits by a shortstop. With 2,598, he's already surpassed Cal Ripken Jr. and Ozzie Smith, and... (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Mets rally, but can't sweep Phillies Apr 21, 2008
Then the Phillies shortstop became Ozzie Smith. Understand the Mets fixated on that play, even more than the pinch-hit home run Pedro Feliz hit against Pedro Feliciano in the seventh inning, even though the home run proved to be the margin of victory. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Jones headed back to his former home Apr 18, 2008
Only nine players have won more Gold Gloves and four of those are in the Hall of Fame: Brooks Robinson, Ozzie Smith, Willie Mays and Roberto Clemente. And Jones didn't take long to get noticed. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Rookie sensation scuffling in Year 2 Apr 15, 2008
I've seen Tulo make plays, said manager Clint Hurdle, that I haven't seen made by anybody except Ozzie Smith. That he wasn't Rookie of the Year an honor that instead went to all-slug, no-field Ryan Braun of the Milwaukee Brewers was deemed by many the injustice of all postseason awards. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
TASTE: Batter, batter, grill! swing into grilling season Apr 14, 2008
Baseball great Ozzie Smith and champion pitmaster Chris Lilly offer home run tips, recipes ... World champion shortstop Ozzie Smith believes that even seasoned players need a little pre-season warm-up ... Created by world champion shortstop Ozzie Smith. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Super Baseball Nickname Quiz Apr 11, 2008
October" 18. "Yaz" (you get an extra point if you can spell his real surname correctly from memory) 19. "The Yankee Clipper" 20. "Big Train" - - a. Joe DiMaggio b. Reggie Jackson c. Jim Hunter d. Pete Rose e. Honus Wagner f. Henry Aaron g. Ted Williams h. Walter Johnson i. Stan Musial j. Dennis Boyd k. Carl Yastrzemski l. Ty Cobb m. Willie McCovey n. Whitey Ford o. Lou Gherig p. Ozzie Smith q. Babe Ruth r. Carlton Fisk s. Cy Young t. Nolan Ryan - - Answers: 1l 2p 3f 4j 5t 6i 7m 8q 9r 10o 11n 12c... (Suite101.com)
Hall of Famers to play in Willie Wilson T-Bones Classic Apr 10, 2008
Hall of Famers George Brett and Ozzie Smith lead the cast of 24 well known former Major Leaguers that will be taking the field on Saturday, May 31 ... The 2008 list of participants: Willie Wilson, Dave Stewart, Jon Warden, Ron Robinson, Amos Otis, Joe Carter, Bobby Dernier, Bill Pecota, Joe Azcue, Dennis Leonard, George Brett, Jimmy Wynn, Kevin Seitzer, Frank White, Steve Trout, Lee Smith, Ozzie Smith, Ed Hearn, Jerry Terrell, Fred Patek, Jay Johnstone, Al Fitzmorris. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
BayBears Downed by Mudcats in Season Opener Apr 5, 2008
Former manager Brett Butler threw out the ceremonial first pitch, and Ozzie Smith returns home Friday in another special event ... Up Next The Mobile BayBears, in conjunction with the National Baseball Hall of Fame and the American Library Association (ALA), have announced that Hall of Famer and Mobile native Ozzie Smith will kick off season three of the national Step Up to the Plate @ your library program in Mobile on Friday, April 4. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Hospital president is team player Mar 31, 2008
Mr. McGwire did pretty well with curve balls, as did many of the baseball greats represented in Mr. Read's collection of signed baseballs, the likes of Roger Maris, Ozzie Smith, Brooks Robinson, Mr. Musial, George Brett and Ted Williams. Symphony notes. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Reds 6, Rays 3 Mar 29, 2008
Pregame festivities included a jet flyover from nearby MacDillAir Force Base and the unveiling of the All-Al Lang team selectedby the Rays, a group that includes Hall of Famers Babe Ruth, LouGehrig, Rogers Hornsby, Willie Mays, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, Lou Brock, Tom Seaver, Bob Gibson, Nolan Ryan, Ozzie Smith, Yogi Berra, Red Schoendiest, Whitey Ford, Steve Carlton and Cal Ripken Jr. "I'm kind of a nostalgic freak," said Rays manager Joe Maddon, who took in his first game at Al Lang after... (WKRC.com, OH)
All-time team named from historic Al Lang Mar 29, 2008
Catcher: Yogi Berra and Gary Carter First base: Stan Musial and Lou Gehrig Second base: Rogers Hornsby and Red Schoendienst Third base: Wade Boggs and Ken Boyer Shortstop: Ozzie Smith and Cal Ripken Outfield: Joe DiMaggio, Willie Mays, Monte Irvin, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Lou Brock, Babe Ruth and Darryl Strawberry Starting pitcher: Bob Gibson, Tom Seaver, Nolan Ryan, Whitey Ford and Steve Carlton Closer: Dennis Eckersley and Lee Smith. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Cubs Minor League Report: Tony Thomas Mar 20, 2008
Ozzie Smith and Ken Griffey Jr. ... "In the back yard, we'd pretend we were somebody, and I was always Ozzie Smith or Ken Griffey Jr.". (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Prospect Statia leaving mark on world, Angels Mar 15, 2008
The Official Site of The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim: News: Statia leaving mark on world, Angels. 03/13/2008 4:30 PM ET Statia leaving mark on world, Angels With wealth of international experience, shortstop impressing By Lyle Spencer / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Tool Time: Top Defensive Infielders Mar 5, 2008
comDate: Mar 4, 2008 Gliding across the infield like Luis Aparicio or making the spectacular play of an Ozzie Smith can save runs and make pitchers extremely happy. These San Diego Padres prospects get a passing grade from their pitchers for their defensive prowess. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Ozzie Smith's sports restaurant set to join Beale Street lineup Mar 3, 2008
Ozzie Smith does his trademark backflip as a St. Louis Cardinal ... Former St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Ozzie Smith and his business partners are looking to open several sports bars across the country and are eyeing a location on Beale Street. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Notes: La Russa to bat pitcher eighth Feb 27, 2008
Manager Tony La Russa implemented the plan to bat his pitcher eighth during the final two months of 2007 and had favorable results. -- A discussion of leadoff possibilities for the 2008 Cardinals unearthed all sorts of interesting nuggets on Tuesday, but none more revealing than this: manager Tony La Russa will again use a "second leadoff man" in his lineup this year. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Loney ready to put skills on display Feb 27, 2008
Loney: There have been a few guys, like Juan Marichal, Ozzie Smith, Rod Carew and Frank Robinson. I got all those guys to sign balls for me. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
