Blue Jays racking up the jacks Aug 21, 2008
Gaston said that Toronto's current lineup reminded him of his 1993 squad -- a group that included the likes of Joe Carter, Paul Molitor, John Olerud and Roberto Alomar -- which went on to win the World Series. But things certainly haven't turned out the way he and the Blue Jays envisioned. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Angels' Anderson slugging since birthday Aug 20, 2008
" It is years down the road, and he'd need good health and luck, but Anderson has a shot at 3,000 career hits and the virtually automatic Hall of Fame selection that distinction brings. Through Monday, he was at 2,330 hits, with the meter still running. He'd likely need to play at least four seasons after this one to collect the necessary 670, which would take him into his 40s. Paul Molitor and Eddie Murray used the designated hitter to prolong their careers and push beyond 3,000 hits. Showing... (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Alumni recall playing days at luncheon Aug 16, 2008
ARLINGTON -- The second day of the Texas Rangers Alumni Legacy Weekend was highlighted by a roundtable discussion involving Nolan Ryan, Paul Molitor, Charlie Hough and John Wetteland during the Rangers Alumni Legacy Luncheon. The motivation behind the discussion was to have Molitor describe the difficulties he had facing the likes of Ryan, Hough and Wetteland during his Hall of Fame career. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Legacy Weekend awaits Rangers fans Aug 15, 2008
Recap: TEX 0, BOS 10. A luncheon involving Hall of Famers, a ceremony honoring Tom Grieve, Eric Nadel and the late Linda Kaye, the Alumni Baseball Game and an Alumni Autograph session highlight the Rangers Alumni Legacy Weekend at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington starting this Friday. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Crew takes road success to West Coast Aug 12, 2008
Robin Yount and Paul Molitor teamed to accomplish the feat in '91. Milwaukee hitters set a season high with 14 strikeouts in their 7-1 win over Washington on Monday. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Brewers sail past Nats for sweep Aug 12, 2008
Weeks' leadoff homer. Fielder's RBI double. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Absences create chances to step up Aug 8, 2008
It will feature a roundtable discussion amongst Hall of Famers Nolan Ryan, Ferguson Jenkins and Paul Molitor, as well as Rangers Hall of Famers Jim Sundberg, Charlie Hough and John Wetteland. Josh Hamilton's All-Star Home Run Derby pitcher, Clay Council, will attend the luncheon as a special guest and share his All-Star experience, along with stories about coaching Hamilton for so many years. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Baseball Today Aug 7, 2008
1998 -- Paul Molitor stole his 500th base in Minnesota's 6-3 loss to Baltimore to become the fifth player with 3,000 hits and 500 steals. Molitor joined Ty Cobb, Honus Wagner, Eddie Collins and Lou Brock. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Berkman may get a breather Tuesday Aug 5, 2008
"Kind of like a coach. I talked to the younger players. I just never played." Cooper was replaced in the designated hitter role when Paul Molitor returned from injury, and Molitor went on to string together a 39-game hitting streak. "I asked [the Brewers], retire me, release me, and they would not," Cooper said, adding his manager offered to give him an at-bat during an 11-1 loss 11 or 12 days into his 77-game "streak," but he refused. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Guardado happy to be there for Ichiro Jul 30, 2008
Eddie Guardado pitched for the Mariners from 2004-'06. (AP Photo/ 00004000 Chris Carlson). (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Gwynn enjoys ceremony from the 'peanut gallery' Jul 29, 2008
Gwynn was in the third row yesterday, seated between Wade Boggs and Paul Molitor, to watch former teammate Goose Gossage and former manager Dick Williams, and seven others, inducted. Last year, Gwynn was front and center when he was enshrined alongside Cal Ripken Jr.. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Aztec Nation - Monday Edition Jul 29, 2008
Kirk Kenney of the San Diego Union-Tribune, "Tony Gwynn was center stage at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony for the second straight year - with one big difference. Gwynn was in the third row yesterday, seated between Wade Boggs and Paul Molitor, to watch former teammate Goose Gossage and former manager Dick Williams, and seven others, inducted.". Asheville Citizen-Times, "() threw his first no-hitter in a 10-0 Tourists win over the Lakewood Blue Claws Wednesday night. Billings registered 10... (Goaztecs.com)
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)
Hall of Famers light up the Big Apple (Today) Jul 16, 2008
" On this sunny afternoon, everyone got an easy ride. Berra and Ford sat together, and it was fitting. These Yankees were the starting battery for the 1960 All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium. Robin Yount and Paul Molitor rode with each other, recalling their days with the Brewers. Baltimore Orioles Jim Palmer and Earl Weaver shared the same pickup. Naturally, the need-to-be-perfect pitcher and his often-ornery manager sat with their backs to each other. New Hall selections Goose Gossage and Dick... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hank Aaron King of All-Stars Jul 15, 2008
For the Brewers, Paul Molitor and Cecil Cooper led the way with five selections each, while current pitcher grabbed his fourth honor this week to tie Don Money with four trips ... Paul Molitor (2B) 1980, 1988; (3B) 1985, 1991; and (1B) 1992. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Stadium's final Classic special for two Jul 15, 2008
"I want to really get to sit for five or 10 minutes and bring them into the conversations. When I think about All-Star Games, I can always think of conversations that I've had, whether it was Kirby Puckett or Mark McGwire, or Cal Ripken and Paul Molitor. "I don't really remember the 1-1 pitch by [Greg] Maddux, even though that's important. It's the times in the training room getting iced, and they're telling you about their families and where they like to vacation. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
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)
Milwaukee adds another ace to rotation with Sabathia Jul 8, 2008
" Sabathia had a slow start but is 6-8 with a 3.83 ERA. Cleveland scored two runs or fewer in 11 of his 18 starts. Milwaukee's starting pitching has been thin ever since Yovani Gallardo went on the disabled list on May 2 with a torn knee ligament that required surgery. His rehab was supposed to take four months, which gives him an outside chance of returning before the end of the season. Sheets (10-2, 2.77 ERA) is off to the best start of his career, but the All-Star righty is in the final year... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Brewers picking up ace Jul 7, 2008
Milwaukee, which hasnt been in the postseason since the days of Robin Yount and Paul Molitor, fell two games short of the division title last year. The Brewers are percentage points ahead of St. Louis for the second-best record in the NL, and both teams are chasing Chicago, 3 1/2-games ahead. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Braun, Sheets NL All-Stars Jul 7, 2008
Brewers ace received his second straight and fourth career nod, which is second in Brewers history only to Cecil Cooper and Paul Molitor, who each went five times. Sheets has a 10-2 record, which ties him for third place in the league in wins, and is third in the NL with a 2. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Silent auction is golden Jun 28, 2008
There is a bat autographed by Michael Cuddyer of the Minnesota Twins; an autographed portrait of former Twin Paul Molitor; a basketball signed by members of the Harlem Globetrotters; Dakota Wizards jerseys, and items donated by the Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Wild. "The Minnesota sports teams have been really good about donating things," Wolf said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Brewers' Braun answers fans' questions Jun 25, 2008
retrosnow: Ryan, did you get a chance to see Paul Molitor play. You remind me of him with that hustle, but you hit the ball with incredible power. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Newest Brewers report to orientation Jun 14, 2008
Now, they disperse to fields with Hall of Fame names -- Rollie Fingers Field, Don Sutton Field, Robin Yount Field, Paul Molitor Field -- to begin the blending process. Individual skills which caught scouts' eyes now undergo the mesh test. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Macri rejoins Twins for second stint Jun 7, 2008
That's when he got a lucky break and Dave Molitor, brother of former Twins player Paul Molitor, just happened to come around the corner and recognized Macri. Dave Molitor, who works for Northwest Airlines, pulled a few strings and within 10 minutes, Macri had his bags and was on his way to meet the team. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Abreu crucial to Yanks' hitting success May 31, 2008
Abreu's select company includes Willie Mays, Rickey Henderson, Ryne Sandberg, Joe Morgan, Paul Molitor, Andre Dawson, Steve Finley, Craig Biggio, Vada Pinson and Roberto Alomar. Then again, maybe big names aren't as impressive to Abreu as one might think, considering he hits in front of one future Hall of Famer on a daily basis. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Niehaus makes it to Cooperstown May 25, 2008
Dave Niehaus won the prestigious F 00004000 ord C. Frick Award, presented annually to a broadcaster. Vidro's three-run homer. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Indians feature defense, speed May 23, 2008
Daly also has shown promising potential at the plate, Pannell said, likening his style to that of Hall-of-Famer Paul Molitor. He keeps his hands in one spot and his bat is quick to the ball, Pannell said. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
WISE SPENDING: MLB's best free-agent signings of all time May 16, 2008
And while many of the best occurred in the 1970s, which was free agency's infancy, and 1993 was the single best free-agent season (Barry Bonds, Greg Maddux, Jimmy Key, Paul Molitor, and David Cone all inked large deals with new teams), my choice for best signing ever goes to a much more recent one: David Ortiz, by the Red Sox in 2003 for $1. 25 million. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Brewers hitters aim to become All-Stars May 9, 2008
Fielder was the first to start a Midsummer Classic since outfielder Jeromy Burnitz replaced an injured Tony Gwynn in 1999, and the first Brewer voted to the starting lineup since Paul Molitor at third base in 1988. Fielder is among eight Brewers on this year's ballot. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Tough to stop Sox' rotation May 8, 2008
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Mets return home, aim to impress fans May 8, 2008
Moises Alou on Tuesday became the first over-40 player to steal home plate since Paul Molitor did it for the Twins in 1998. Molitor was one month younger than Alou is now. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Prince a fixture on NL All-Star ballot May 2, 2008
Fielder was the first Brewer voted to the starting lineup since Paul Molitor at third base in 1988 and was the first Brewers first baseman to start since Cooper in 1982. This year, Fielder is joined on the ballot by second baseman Rickie Weeks, third baseman Bill Hall, shortstop J.J. Hardy, outfielders Ryan Braun, Mike Cameron and Corey Hart and catcher Jason Kendall. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Rangers' Young at DH on historic day Apr 7, 2008
Paul Molitor, Harold Baines, David Ortiz and Edgar Martinez come to mind. But Young did go into Sunday's game with a. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Hall Leads Brewers' Hit Parade In Rout Of Giants Apr 5, 2008
Weeks has scored at least one run in 17 consecutive games, breaking a franchise record once held by Paul Molitor. It also ties a National League record. (NBC 11, CA)
Parra prepared to pitch aggressively Apr 5, 2008
The previous Brewers record of 16 straight games was held by Paul Molitor. Catcher Jason Kendall scored the 900th run of his career when Kapler singled in the sixth inning Friday. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Weeks ties Brewers scoring mark Apr 4, 2008
Weeks collided with Cubs catcher Geovany Soto before touching home plate in the top of the first inning for the 16th consecutive game, a streak that dates to last season and ties a franchise record set in 1987, by Hall of Famer Paul Molitor. Weeks scored in each of Milwaukee's final 13 games in 2007, and has scored at least once in all three games so far this season. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Durability remains Sheffield's trademark Apr 3, 2008
" Not only was he ready for the opener, but he was in midseason form. On a day when many players deal with the extra energy of a first game and a sellout crowd, Sheffield drew four walks in five plate appearances. Only seven Major League players since 1956 have walked four times on Opening Day. Sheffield was the first to do so since Manny Ramirez in 2002. Others on the list include Hall of Famer Paul Molitor in 1982 and Barry Larkin in 1997. "The thing that impresses me is, to me, that tells me... (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Minor League Report: Matt Tolbert Mar 6, 2008
The infielder said he has been working with some of the Twins' special instructors at camp, including Tom Kelly, Paul Molitor and Rod Carew. And most of that focus has been placed on helping Tolbert. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
HALL OF FAME: Tom Verducci debates Big Papi's chances Mar 5, 2008
(Paul Molitor did play almost half of his games at DH.) Harold Baines and Jose Canseco haven't come close to election. Martinez will be such an interesting, rare case study that the electorate likely will need several ballots to sort through it. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Outfielder Dickerson studying up Mar 4, 2008
Before Monday's game with the Twins, Baker also called Dickerson over to the batting practice cage to meet and chat with Hall of Famers Rod Carew and Paul Molitor, who are spring instructors for Minnesota. Baker has been watching Dickerson closely in camp and was effusive with praise on Monday. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Twins' new faces flock to Carew Feb 27, 2008
Some of the new Twins acquisitions admit that seeing former players the caliber of Carew, Tony Oliva, Harmon Killebrew and Paul Molitor walking around camp and offering advice is, at times, a bit surreal. "It seems like in a baseball camp, when you're 12 years old and you're trying to go over with the big leaguers and stuff," outfielder Delmon Young said. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
No more steaks for Fielder Feb 22, 2008
Fielder's finish was the best by a Brewer since Robin Yount won the American League MVP for the second time in 1989, and no Brewers player had finished in the top 10 since Paul Molitor ran 10th in 1992. News and features: Multimedia: Cameron's happy to be a Brewer. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
All Theresa Romero Could Do Was Cry Feb 1, 2008
Paul Molitor, , , and former Notre Dame offensive lineman are just a sampling of the athletes that suited up for the Raiders. But Floyds mother didnt care about Cretin-Derhams athletic history; in fact she knew nothing of it. (IrishEyes.com)
STILL SWINGING Jan 14, 2008
IMO a guy can play forever and put up the numbers (Paul Molitor and Bruce Sutter come to mind note that Murph also never resorted to becoming a DH) but does that mean you were one of the best and most famous of your era. Murph was one of the best of his time and deserves to be recognized as a Hall of Famer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hall voters designate one position out Jan 11, 2008
To date, only one player registered as a designated hitter has crossed the barrier, Paul Molitor, voted in four years ago. Not that I d care to be found guilty of launching a campaign opening the way for such half-players, but Harold Baines does come to mind here. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Around the Horn: Corner infielders Jan 10, 2008
" Braun missed the cut in Spring Training because of defensive miscues but was called up in late May and immediately produced. He batted .324 and led NL rookies with 34 home runs and a .634 slugging percentage, breaking the Major League rookie record set by Mark McGwire, who slugged .618 for Oakland in 1987. Braun drove in 97 runs and stole 15 bases. He ranked in the top four among NL rookies in average, slugging percentage, extra-base hits, RBIs, runs, total bases, triples, multi-hit games,... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
One-team HOFers vanishing Jan 9, 2008
" Prior to free agency, players rarely left teams by choice because, well, they couldn't. Baseball's reserve clause kept an imbalance of power with the owners. Players either stayed put or were traded or sold. The relatively recent opportunity for players to finish one contract, then seek out the highest bidder elsewhere has boosted the number of multi-team Hall of Famers. Of the 12 great players elected by the BBWAA from 2000 through 2006, for instance, only Puckett and Ryne Sandberg of the... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Miller notebook: Oakland stuck in limbo with Haren Dec 13, 2007
"I think it's an injustice," Hall of Famer Paul Molitor, one of the leaders of the players union during his career, says. "I think the Hall of Fame people, like president Dale Petroskey and those who run the daily operation of the museum itself, would be the first to tell you that the Hall of Fame is about making sure it represents everything to do with the history of the game, whether it's women who played, whether it has to do with the integration of the game, people who have left their mark... (CBS News)
Leave annulment to the pope Dec 4, 2007
Do we erase Dave Parker and Keith Hernandez and Paul Molitor from the record books. How about the no-hitter Dock Ellis threw against the Padres when, he claims, he was high on LSD. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Visiting Madison in December? Don’t Miss These Special Holiday Stops Nov 30, 2007
Many of the items were actually worn and used by such baseball greats as Hank Aaron, Eddie Matthews, Red Schoendienst and Warren Spahn of the Graves, and Rollie Fingers, Paul Molitor and Robin Yount of the Brewers. In addition, original artifacts from Milwaukee County Stadium, fan souvenirs, historical photographs and original radio broadcast clips and television footage also help bring the excitement of these victory seasons to life. (Agri-View, WI)
Rating the 2008 Hall Candidates by Win Shares Nov 30, 2007
St. Louis Cardinals MLB Baseball. News and commentary on the St. Louis Cardinals and their entire minor league system. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Fielder finishes third for NL MVP Nov 21, 2007
First baseman Prince Fielder was the first Brewers player to finish in the top 10 of the MVP voting since Paul Molitor was 10th in 1992 ... No Brewers player had finished in the top 10 since Paul Molitor was 10th in 1992. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Mets mailbag: Make a run at Santana? Nov 13, 2007
However, comparing all such proposals to Mike Piazza's attempt to play first base ignores the successful moves of Rod Carew, Robin Yount, Pete Rose, Tony Perez, Dan Driessen, Alex Rodriguez, Steve Garvey, Paul Molitor and Kevin Youkilis. -- Bill F., Bronx, N.Y.. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Ortiz earns fourth Silver Slugger Nov 10, 2007
Ortiz's four awards now tie him with Paul Molitor (1987-88, 1993, 1996) and Edgar Martinez (1995, 1997, 2001, 2003) for the most at DH all-time (Martinez also won the award at third base in 1992). Suzuki joins Ortiz on the 2007 Silver Slugger roster as a repeat performer. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Fielder picks up more hardware Nov 10, 2007
First baseman Cecil Cooper won it in three consecutive seasons from 1980-82, Robin Yount won it twice as a shortstop (1980 and 1982) and once as an outfielder (1989) and Paul Molitor won it as a designated hitter in 1987 and 1988. Outfielder Ben Oglivie (1980) and designated hitter Dave Parker (1990) joined Lee and Fielder as first-time Brewers winners. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
WS MVP rewarding to Lowell Oct 29, 2007
" Oldest World Series MVPs MVP Year Age Willie Stargell 1979 39 Randy Johnson * 2001 38 Roberto Clemente 1971 37 Paul Molitor 1993 37 Jack Morris 1991 36 Curt Schilling * 2001 35 Rick Dempsey 1983 34 Donn Clendenon 1969 34 Pete Rose 1975 34 Ron Cey * 1981 33 Ray Knight 1986 33 Mike Lowell 2007 33 * co-MVP Lester, for his part, said he appreciated Lowell's support, even though Lowell's form of cancer was not exactly like his own lymphoma. "There's nothing you can really say -- they're totally... (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Miller: Nomadic Lofton comfortable back in Cleveland Oct 20, 2007
Now it's Lofton answering questions and dispensing bits of wisdom to young players eager to learn -- just as, years ago, it was a wide-eyed Lofton quizzing veterans such as Eddie Murray, Paul Molitor, Ozzie Smith and Kirby Puckett. "When you pick the brains of guys of that caliber, it's amazing what you can learn," Lofton says. (CBS News)
Which Mr. Octobers To Call On In A Pinch? Oct 18, 2007
Who Are Baseball's All-Time Mr. Octobers. - Sports News Story - KPRC Houston. (Click2Houston, TX)
More of this story Oct 11, 2007
The Brewers' offense was led by Paul Molitor, Charlie Moore and Mark Brouhard. Twenty-five years ago the NLCS went to the St. Louis Cardinals as they swept the Atlanta Braves in three games. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Brewers rally to take care of Padres Oct 1, 2007
" But even though they ended with consecutive wins, including an 11-6 triumph over the Padres on Sunday that prolonged San Diego's Wild Card chase, the Brewers were unable to win a division they led for 133 days. But by finishing 83-79, they also finished the year with a winning record for the first time since 1992, the last season of the Jim Gantner, Paul Molitor and Robin Yount triumvirate. And that's good for something, Yost said. "We haven't played winning baseball in 15 years, and you... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Notes: Crawford's season ends Sep 26, 2007
The Official Site of The Tampa Bay Devil Rays: News: Tampa Bay Devil Rays News. Carl Crawford finished this season with a. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Brewers notes: Players watching scores Sep 21, 2007
Like the 1982 Brewers, who had such players as Cecil Cooper, Paul Molitor, Robin Yount and Gorman Thomas and won 95 games and the American League championship on their way to the World Series under manager Harvey Kuenn. "Just ask those '82 players," Yost said. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Local Teams Today Sep 16, 2007
1996 -- Paul Molitor gets his 3,000th career hit, becoming the 21st major leaguer to reach the mark and the first to do it with a triple. 1997 -- Philadelphia's Curt Schilling strikes out nine in the Phillies' win over the New York Mets to become the 13th pitcher since 1900 to record 300 strikeouts in a season. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Morning Kickoff Sep 16, 2007
On this date in 1996, Paul Molitor got his 3,000th career hit, becoming the 21st major leaguer to reach the mark and the first to do it with a triple. Playback. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
