Mailbag: Rookie honors for Murphy? Nov 18, 2008
I was wondering what your thoughts were on the Mets acquiring Randy Johnson. Coming off another back surgery, he was back to throwing consistently and with heat last year. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
O's mailbag: Chasing veteran arms Nov 18, 2008
Should the Orioles fill their rotation with some old faces like Randy Johnson, Livan Hernandez or even bring back Mike Mussina. They could come cheap in one-year deals. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Cubs mailbag: Wood will be sorely missed Nov 18, 2008
Kerry Wood's exit, Jake Peavy and Randy Johnson rumors, right field and rookies are among the topics in this week's mailbag. Keep those e-mails coming, and please make sure to include your hometown. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Cards mailbag: Help coming to bullpen? Nov 18, 2008
I read that Randy Johnson has not yet come up with a deal. Do you think the Cardinals have him on their radar. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
About those Red Sox ticket prices Nov 18, 2008
RANDY JOHNSON, Weymouth. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Mailbag: Post-Holliday era begins Nov 18, 2008
With pitching being the top need for the Rockies this offseason, would they be willing to go get Randy Johnson or Curt Schilling at a discounted price. I know they both have had injury problems lately, but for one-year deals, they could be a huge addition to the Rockies' young pitching staff. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Mailbag: Will the D-backs target Wood? Nov 18, 2008
If the organization doesn't feel it can spend more than $3 million on Randy Johnson, I don't see how it would be able to spend more than that on Hoffman. I know that a lot of fans would like to see the D-backs acquire a closer, but the club seems content to go into Spring Training with Chad Qualls in that role. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Webb, Drew garner MVP votes Nov 18, 2008
Four of those were won by Randy Johnson from 1999-2002, and Webb added one of his own in 2006. Webb finished second in the Cy Young balloting in 2007 and 2008. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Unit's countdown to greatness Nov 17, 2008
While it seemed unlikely, we were hopeful that the Diamondbacks and Randy Johnson would be able to find some contract common ground that would allow him to finish his career here. But who knows. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Cubs considering1-year deal for Big Unit Nov 16, 2008
Randy Johnson went 11-10 with a 3 ... Just a couple days after announcing he wouldn't re-sign with the Diamondbacks, free agent lefthander Randy Johnson has been linked to the Cubs. (MSNBC -- Sports)
More > Nov 16, 2008
Free agent left-hander Randy Johnson, 45, w 00001BDF ould draw interest from the Cubs if the club is unable to re-sign the All-Star Dempster or acquire the former Cy Young Award winner Peavy. Johnson, a likely future Hall of Famer, is five wins shy of 300. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Reaching beyond the stars Nov 16, 2008
" Don't think fans will be lining up for tickets to watch Paul Byrd, who might be on the Pirates' wish list.2. Florida. The selling off of players as they head into arbitration is getting a little old. How can you expect to keep your fans interested? Mike Jacobs was traded to Kansas City, Kevin Gregg to the Cubs, Josh Willingham and Scott Olsen to the Nationals. It's too bad because Larry Beinfest is a pretty good general manager.3. Kansas City. It's unfortunate that the Glass family, which owns... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Your opinion? Nov 15, 2008
Have we considered Randy Johnson for one year. I hear he can be had for 8Mil. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Johnson Becomes 7th D-Back Free Agent Nov 15, 2008
Randy Johnson became the seventh and final Arizona Diamondback to file for free agency on Thursday, joining Tony Clark, Juan Cruz, Adam Dunn, David Eckstein, Orlando Hudson and Brandon Lyon ... --LHP Randy Johnson became the seventh and final D-back to file for free agency ... It is the best streak in the NL since LHP Randy Johnson won four in a row from 1999-2002. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Big Unit intriguing for Dodgers Nov 15, 2008
LOS ANGELES -- While veteran free-agent starting pitchers like Randy Johnson are on the Dodgers' radar, general manager Ned Colletti said Friday he hasn't yet made an offer to Johnson or any free agents that weren't Dodgers this year. The unexpected availability of Johnson is intriguing to the Dodgers, even though he's 45. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Cliff Lee Wins AL Cy Young Award Nov 14, 2008
2008 CLIFF LEE, Cleveland Indians 2007 C.C. SABATHIA, Cleveland Indians 2006 JOHAN SANTANA, Minnesota Twins 2005 BARTOLO COLON, Los Angeles Angels 2004 JOHAN SANTANA, Minnesota Twins 2003 ROY HALLADAY, Toronto Blue Jays 2002 BARRY ZITO, Oakland Athletics 2001 ROGER CLEMENS, New York Yankees 2000 PEDRO MARTINEZ, Boston Red Sox 1999 PEDRO MARTINEZ, Boston Red Sox 1998 ROGER CLEMENS, Toronto Blue Jays 1997 ROGER CLEMENS, Toronto Blue Jays 1996 PAT HENTGEN, Toronto Blue Jays 1995 RANDY JOHNSON,... (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
White Sox trade Swisher to Yankees Nov 14, 2008
Johnson becomes free agent: Randy Johnson filed for free agency after failing to reach a contract with the Diamondbacks. The 45-year-old lefty is five wins shy of 300 and "hopes to find a team where he can continue to pitch at a high level and contribute to another world championship," agents Barry Meister and Alan Nero said in a statement. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Holliday shopping will help A's lineup Nov 14, 2008
Other big names include Pat Burrell, Ryan Dempster, Oliver Perez, Kerry Wood, Brad Penny and Randy Johnson. Those are some of the guys that fantasy owners will be watching this offseason, as player movement will have a big affect on the 2009 values of these and other players. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
D-backs won't make big splash Nov 14, 2008
Pitcher Randy Johnson, second baseman Orlando Hudson, outfielder Adam Dunn, relievers Juan Cruz and Brandon Lyon and infielders David Eckstein and Tony Clark are now free to talk specific contract figures with other clubs. Johnson became the final D-backs player to file for free agency on Thursday. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Hall chats with D-backs fans Nov 14, 2008
Hall discussed Randy Johnson, the possibility of Luis Gonzalez returning to Arizona, youth baseball and softball camps and ticket packs ... lukasdax: My question is about Randy Johnson. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Johnson files, unlikely to return Nov 14, 2008
Left-hander Randy Johnson is just five wins away from the magic 300 number ... PHOENIX -- It looks like Randy Johnson will not pitch for the D-backs in 2009. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Hoffman, Unit not on Angels' radar Nov 13, 2008
ANAHEIM -- The Angels, according to an informed baseball source, are not interested in pursuing future Hall of Famers Trevor Hoffman and Randy Johnson in free agency and are not talking to the Rockies about corner infielder Garrett Atkins, who is believed to be available in the wake of the trade of slugger Matt Holliday to the A's. Potential holes exist in the Angels' closer role, with Francisco Rodriguez a free agent, and in the rotation, with Jon Garland also in free agency. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Along the Way: Pro athletes can’t relate to hard financial times Nov 12, 2008
They paid an aging Randy Johnson 15,100,546 last season and Adam Dunn 13,000,000. At the bottom of the payroll was Alex Romero, who made a paltry 390,000. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Braves losing patience in Peavy watch Nov 12, 2008
EVEN MORE GOOD NEWS: The Arizona Diamondbacks are pleading poverty and asking Randy Johnson to take a huge paycut to return next season ... Adding Randy Johnson for 1 year and Ryan Dempster plus Kawakami long term to go with Jurjjens, Hanson and Hudson could certainly, with a couple of other moves put us back into contention ... any chance at all of getting Randy Johnson for a year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Smith's way is working Nov 12, 2008
The time of $3 field level seats, Randy Johnson & Tommy Nobis, etc. I have some really great memories but many more sad ones. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Giants' Lincecum wins Cy Young Award Nov 12, 2008
Randy Johnson, 1995 Mariners; 1999, 2000, '01, '02 Diamondbacks. FROM VALLEJO. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Cy eludes Webb for a second year Nov 12, 2008
Webb also got an up-close look at how teammate Randy Johnson lost out on the 2004 NL Cy Young Award to the Astros' Roger Clemens. Johnson was 16-14 with a 2. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Reds mailbag: Is there a need at short? Nov 11, 2008
As for other lefties, once you get past CC Sabathia and Oliver Perez, many of the options are older or have issues -- such as Mike Hampton, Tom Glavine, Jamie Moyer, Shawn Estes and Randy Johnson. What is the time frame or game plan for a guy like Ismael Guillon, the 16-year-old pitcher the Reds just signed. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Rangers eye pitching, but cautiously Nov 10, 2008
Randy Johnson: He is 45 and has a bad back. Johnson needs five wins to reach 300, so the motivation is there. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
D-backs weighing offseason options Nov 10, 2008
Left-hander Randy Johnson is eligible for free agency, but he has yet to file. Of that group, it seems only Clark, Lyon and Johnson have a realistic chance of returning. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Hoffman wants to talk to Moores before deciding on Padres' offer: Nov 8, 2008
There will be plenty of other pitchers on the ballot at the same time: Glavine, Maddux, Smoltz, Pedro, Randy Johnson, Clemens, Schilling, Rivera, Mussina etc. Also, if you look at the top ten in SAVES, many of them are not in, and received little if any HOF votes. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
FREE-AGENT SCORECARD: Where the top players might land Nov 6, 2008
This offseason is shaping up be to one of the most exciting in recent memory with so many marquee players eligible for free agency. USA TODAY will try to track the latest developments and project where the top 25 free agents are most likely sign, so keep checking this page often. (USA Today -- Sports)
Around the Bend with Scotty P. Nov 6, 2008
Most dominant left-handed pitcher: Sandy Koufax vs. Randy Johnson. Let s begin with Johnson, the 6-10 mullet-wearing southpaw. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Potential Free Agents Nov 3, 2008
ARIZONA (7) - Tony Clark, 1b; Juan Cruz, rhp; Adam Dunn, of; David Eckstein, ss; Orlando Hudson, 2b; Randy Johnson, lhp; Brandon Lyon, rhp. ATLANTA (8) - Elmer Dessens, rhp; Tom Glavine, lhp; Mike Hampton, lhp; Jorge Julio, rhp; Greg Norton, of; Will Ohman, lhp; John Smoltz, rhp; Julian Tavarez, rhp. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Breaking Down the NL Cy Young Award Nov 2, 2008
With 265 strikeouts, Lincecum had the highest figure in the majors since 2004 when Randy Johnson whiffed 290 and Santana himself fanned 265 ... The last time any pitcher won as many as 13 games following a team loss was 2002 (, , and Randy Johnson with 13 each). (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Hudson, Dunn declare free agency Nov 2, 2008
The other D-backs players eligible to file are left-hander Randy Johnson and right-hander Brandon Lyon. Hudson was acquired from the Blue Jays prior to the 200 00001DDF 6 season. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Mark Reynolds Open to 2B Move Nov 1, 2008
--RHP Brandon Lyon and LHP Randy Johnson are the D-backs' free agents who are most likely to return in 2009, although serious talks had not yet begun when the team's negotiating window began the day after the conclusion of the World Series. "I have had no substantive talks with anyone about my free agents," said agent Barry Meister, who represents both Lyon and Johnson. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Clark files for free agency Nov 1, 2008
The other D-backs players eligible to file for free agency before Nov. 13 include outfielder Adam Dunn, second baseman Orlando Hudson, left-handed pitcher Randy Johnson and right-hander Brandon Lyon. Clark, 36, played with the D-backs from 2005 through 2007. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Schilling era likely over in Boston Nov 1, 2008
Schilling was co-MVP of the 2001 World Series for the Arizona Diamondbacks along with Randy Johnson. First baseman Sean Casey, who served in a reserve role for the Red Sox in 2008, also filed for free agency. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Cruz, Eckstein file for free agency Oct 31, 2008
Other D-backs players eligible to file for free agency before Nov. 13 include first baseman Tony Clark, outfielder Adam Dunn, second baseman Orlando Hudson, left-handed pitcher Randy Johnson and right-hander Brandon Lyon. Cruz, 30, has been with the D-backs since 2006, when he was acquired from the A's in a Spring Training deal for Brad Halsey. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
MLB: Hamels is MVP again Oct 30, 2008
Francisco Rodriguez won five times out of the bullpen for the 2002 Anaheim Angels, and Randy Johnson had five postseason wins for the 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks -- but one came in relief against the New York Yankees in Game 7 of the World Series. From the Thursday, October 30, 2008 edition of the Augusta Chronicle Reader Comments Note: Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
FAQs on the suspended Game 5 Oct 30, 2008
Randy Johnson went 5-1 for Arizona in 2001, with his final victory coming in relief against the Yankees in Game 7. Francisco Rodriguez won his first five decisions in 2002, all in relief, but then lost a game during the World Series. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Hamels still has a chance to go 5-0 Oct 29, 2008
Randy Johnson went 5-1 for Arizona in 2001. Johnson's last victory was the famous relief appearance against the Yankees in Game 7. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Hamels and Kazmir ready for Game 5 rematch Oct 27, 2008
Only two pitchers have earned five wins in one postseason, according to the Elias Sports Bureau: Francisco Rodriguez of the 2002 Anaheim Angels and Randy Johnson of the 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks. Rodriguez worked out of the bullpen, of course, and Johnson won Game 7 of the World Series in relief against the New York Yankees. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sense of impending title building in Philly Oct 27, 2008
Randy Johnson (2001) and Francisco Rodriguez (2002) won five, both with at least one relief outing. It is an all-too-perfect scenario for the Phillies. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
With title in sight, Phils turn to Hamels Oct 27, 2008
Randy Johnson of the D-backs (2001) and Francisco Rodriguez of the Angels (2002) were 5-1. Josh Beckett of the Red Sox was 4-0 in 2007. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Covering the bases: Major League notes Oct 27, 2008
Only two pitchers have earned five wins in one postseason, according to the Elias Sports Bureau: Francisco Rodriguez of the 2002 Anaheim Angels and Randy Johnson of the 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks. Hamels allowed five hits in seven innings last Wednesday night at Tampa Bay. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rays no 1-hit wonders Oct 26, 2008
After winning the series with the likes of Curt Schilling and Randy Johnson, the D-Backs really didn t seriously contend again until 2007. In 1969, the New York Mets had an amazin run to a World Series title with a bunch of young talent, but like a lot of others were unable to turn it into anything long-term. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
New GM Zduriencik has shoes to fill Oct 25, 2008
The longest tenured GM in club history made key trades along the way by acquiring players such as Randy Johnson, Jamie Moyer and Dan Wilson as well as drafting Alex Rodriguez with the No. 1 overall pick in 1993 ... Drafted Alex Rodriguez, traded for Randy Johnson, Dan Wilson and Jamie Moyer. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Peavy on trade block for variety of reasons: Oct 23, 2008
Orlando Hudson and Randy Johnson will not be back. Joshua. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Hamels handcuffs Rays in Game 1 win Oct 23, 2008
Phillies begin Series quest with victory. Backed by Utley's blast, Hamels tosses seven strong innings. (MLB.com)
Yankees pitcher took a walk on the wild side Oct 22, 2008
Oldest pitcher to throw a shutout the Diamondbacks' Randy Johnson, 2001. He was 38 years, 1 month, 18 days old. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Mailbag: Will Hudson return? Oct 21, 2008
Randy Johnson would like to stay in Arizona near home as he seeks his 300th win. (Ross D. Franklin/AP). (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Rays: 7 wonders of the World Series Oct 20, 2008
after an offseason shopping spree for, among others, Randy Johnson, Steve Finley and Luis Gonzalez. The Rays' biggest get. (MLB.com)
Ask Babe: More questions for the Babe Oct 19, 2008
" Apparently some neglect to put the line through the "Phi" and leave it as an "O." However, upon closer inspection of the photo, there is a line through the "O." Whatever, it's all Greek to me. Dear Babe: About 10 years ago I was given a Titleist by a well-known PGA touring pro. The ball has Gerald Ford's signature on it along with the Presidential Seal. At the time, I was told the ball was worth $300. -- Tom Ahearn, Redlands, Calif. Presidents have been signing baseball and golf balls for... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
A fine mesh in Philadelphia Oct 19, 2008
Longtime player agent Alan Nero, who represents Randy Johnson among others, said, "It would be logical to assume that this economy would strike fear in businessmen and that it would have an impact. I think players who are eligible for arbitration, or players under the control of teams, you might see teams trying harder to sign these players, much like Tampa Bay did with Evan Longoria. And certainly teams that go to arbitration will fight harder. I would think if you're a baseball owner and you... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Chat transcript with Baseball America Oct 17, 2008
This guy worked with Randy Johnson and kind of helped straighten Randy Johnson out when he was younger. And he's got these guys on speed dial. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Ace buries a team he followed as a boy in Rancho Bernardo Oct 16, 2008
Only two pitchers have won more than four postseason games in the same year Arizona's Randy Johnson (2001) and the Angels' Francisco Rodriguez (2002) both won five but no one has done it exclusively as a starter. Hamels, who has just completed his second full season in the big leagues, would appear to be one of those pitchers bound for breakthroughs. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
What they wrote Oct 13, 2008
His favorite players are outfielder Adam Dunn and pitchers Brandon Lyon and Randy Johnson. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Series of changes in last 40 years Oct 11, 2008
1995 - In first year of Division Series, Mariners come from 0-2 to beat Yankees on Edgar Martinez's double, scoring Junior Griffey and making a relief winner out of Randy Johnson. 1996 - Jeffrey Maier interferes with Derek Jeter's ninth-inning fly ball that is ruled a home run and leads to Yankees' 11-inning Game 1 ALCS triumph over the Orioles. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Rays fans finally catch on: They've got a good thing Oct 10, 2008
That, of course, is what happened in 2001 when Randy Johnson and Curt Schilling and Luis Gonzalez, proud veterans all, led the Diamondbacks past the Yankees. Of course, the Devil Rays, as they were known in those days, had veterans, too. (Boston Globe)
Armstrong opens up about club's future Oct 10, 2008
" That's the way, Armstrong said, the Mariners operated from 1995-2003, when winning 90-something games a season was commonplace. As with all clubs, that does not mean there's not some internal dissent. In late 2000, both Gillick and manager Lou Piniella thought it was a bad idea for the Mariners to pursue a singles-hitting outfielder from Japan named Ichiro Suzuki. If they had not been overruled by their bosses, Ichiro probably would have spent the past eight years breaking 100-year-old MLB... (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Frandsen taking part in AFL games Oct 10, 2008
He hiked his season strikeout total to 265, a Major League high and the most since 2004, when Arizona's Randy Johnson amassed 290 and Johan Santana, then with Minnesota, had 265. Lincecum also became the first Giants player to lead the National League in strikeouts since Bill Voiselle had 161 in 1944. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Schilling might consider half-season comeback Oct 8, 2008
He is 11-2 in postseason play and was co-MVP of the 2001 World Series with Randy Johnson for Arizona. 2008 The Associated Press. (FOX 11, AZ)
Ex-Disney boss Eisner resurfaces in Web series Oct 8, 2008
Of course, Leyland and Leif are total nincompoops who spend every episode following through on every pipe dream they've ever had about Topps, like "avant cards," in which they suggest hiring Diane Arbus to shoot pitcher Randy Johnson ... pitcher Randy Johnson. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
