Mizzou Summer Hardwood Update: Freshman Guard Kim English Jun 27, 2008
Roberto Alomar Second Base. Cal Ripken Shortstop/Third Base. (Mutigers.com)
Blue brass rest easier Jun 21, 2008
Cito's first move was to see what Roberto Alomar, Tony Fernandez and Candy Maldonado are doing these days. Recent reports suggest Roger Clemens and a host of other baseball players have been taking Viagra for years to help with their on-field performance as well as extra-curricular activities. (Winnipeg Sun)
Gaston looks to revive winning ways Jun 21, 2008
The likes of Roberto Alomar, Derek Bell and Joe Carter led the offensive onslaught, while manager Cito Gaston pushed all the right buttons and won back-to-back World Series titles. Now, Gaston is back in control, and will turn to current stars Alex Rios, Scott Rolen and Vernon Wells to create a similar offensive attack in Toronto. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Rangers' Bradley leaves with mild strain Jun 18, 2008
It happened in 2000 between Seattle's Edgar Martinez and Colorado's Todd Helton, in 2001 with Cleveland's Roberto Alomar and Juan Gonzalez against Houston's Moises Alou and in 2006 when Minnesota's Joe Mauer faced Nomar Garciaparra of the Dodgers. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
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)
Mets First-Round Draft Picks Jun 13, 2008
After one season in the minors, Traber was traded to Cleveland in the Roberto Alomar deal. 2001. (Suite101.com)
What's your batting average? Jun 8, 2008
Players who have hit. Players who have hit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
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)
O's make anticipated roster moves May 12, 2008
Former second baseman Roberto Alomar, a friend since back in their days with the Diamondbacks, told him it was a great place to play before he decided to sign with Chicago. "I can't look at the past," Cintron said. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
New big unit in the game Apr 13, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Rays' Crawford now in elite company Apr 12, 2008
That list includes Ty Cobb, Cesar Cedeno, Sherry Magee, Roberto Alomar, Eddie Collins, Tim Raines and Rickey Henderson. "Yeah, any time you've got a chance to reach a milestone like that, it's pretty nice," Crawford said. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Crawford muses on hitting milestone Apr 11, 2008
That list includes Ty Cobb, Cesar Cedeno, Sherry Magee, Roberto Alomar, Eddie Collins, Tim Raines and Rickey Henderson. Of Crawford's 996 hits, 74 are triples. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Mailbag: Do Jays' arms have depth? Apr 8, 2008
Roberto Alomar was added to Toronto's Level of Excellence this year and he will be eligible for the Hall of Fame in 2010. What are his chances of getting voted into the Hall and do you think he will be inducted as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
No, Joe: Ozzie says Pudge is best Apr 7, 2008
Guillen said that Morgan told him he was crazy for picking Rodriguez and Roberto Alomar, for that matter, over Roberto Clemente, to which the White Sox manager punctuated the conversation with a few choice words and then walked away. Guillen's ire was raised enough that he continued talking about the topic before his pregame interview with the media, during the interview and after the interview. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
They just might be the new Jays Apr 5, 2008
Roberto Alomar and former team president Paul Beeston were honored in a pregame ceremony. Blue Jays players walked into Rogers Centre to find a new clubhouse with all the bells and whistles. (Boston Globe)
Hip also was bothering Red Sox' Beckett Apr 5, 2008
Last night's game started at 7:25 after ceremonies (with fireworks) to induct Roberto Alomar and Paul Beeston into the Blue Jays' Level of Excellence. The fireworks left a haze on the field for the early innings. (Boston Globe)
Thomas hit carries Blue Jays past Red Sox Apr 5, 2008
Former Blue Jays second baseman Roberto Alomar threw out the first pitch. Alomar and former team president Paul Beeston were honored with induction into the Blue Jays Level of Excellence. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Alomar joins Jays Level of Excellence Apr 5, 2008
Second baseman Roberto Alomar played for the Blue Jays from 1991-95 ... TORONTO -- Being at the center of fan and media attention on Friday night in Toronto brought memories flooding back to retired second baseman Roberto Alomar. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Good vibes at Jays' home opener Apr 5, 2008
Prior to the game, Toronto signed right fielder Alex Rios and second baseman Aaron Hill to multiyear extensions, and the team honored former great Roberto Alomar in an on-field ceremony. Even with so many things going on, Toronto's players couldn't stop talking about the fans. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Blue Jays honour Alomar, Beeston Apr 5, 2008
TORONTO The Toronto Blue Jays added second baseman Roberto Alomar to their Level of Excellence before Friday's home opener and then pulled off a surprise by bestowing the same honour on former team president Paul Beeston. Fans chanted "Robbie, Robbie," with a passion rarely seen at the Rogers Centre and after Alomar thanked fans in a brief speech, current team president Paul Godfrey said the Beeston was being honoured over his objections. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Facts and figures: Mets Opening Day Apr 1, 2008
Luis Castillo is the sixth Opening Day second baseman in six seasons -- Roberto Alomar, Ricky Gutierrez, Kaz Matsui, Anderson Hernandez and Jose Valentin preceded Castillo. Ryan Church is the sixth Opening Day right fielder in six years, preceded by Jeromy Burnitz, Karim Garcia, Eric Valent, Xavier Nady and Shawn Green. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Sunday Scrum: Should Hanley Ramirez be No. 2 fantasy pick? Yes! Mar 30, 2008
He probably stumbled onto some 1999 cheat sheet on the Internet and believes Roberto Alomar is a great option at second base. Oh yeah, Kelly. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Yanks' Chamberlain displays dominance Mar 21, 2008
2B Roberto Alomar will be inducted into the Blue Jays' "Level of Excellence" during pregame ceremonies on Apr. 4. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Alomar to receive Blue Jays' highest honor Mar 21, 2008
Roberto Alomar won 10 Gold Glove Awards in his career, including five while playing with the Blue Jays ... -- The Blue Jays recognized Roberto Alomar with the club's most distinguished honor on Thursday, elevating the former second baseman to Toronto's Level of Excellence. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Dawson, Alomar honored by Williams Museum Mar 21, 2008
ST. PETERSBURG -- Andre Dawson and Roberto Alomar were inducted into the Ted Williams Museum and Hitters Hall of Fame on Tuesday night at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. The ceremony, currently in its 15th year, also honored Rich "Goose" Gossage, Carlos Pena, Jonathan Papelbon, Hideki Okajima and George Steinbrenner for their various achievements in baseball. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Minor League Report: Adam Cowart Mar 1, 2008
Following an example: Emmanuel Burriss, one of the Giants' top infield prospects, was inspired by one of the game's best: Second baseman Roberto Alomar, a career. 300 hitter, 12-time All-Star and 10-time Gold Glove winner. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Who's the real Phils MVP? Feb 26, 2008
Manuel, too, can boast about some of the offensive infields he was a part of as hitting coach and later manager of the Indians, groups that included some combination of Jim Thome, Roberto Alomar, Carlos Baerga, Omar Vizquel, Travis Fryman and Matt Williams. "We had a real good infield in Cleveland, a [heck] of an infield," Manuel said. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Shapiro's Dilemma: Deal Or No Deal? Feb 21, 2008
After all, the Indians had already begun a rebuilding phase by trading Roberto Alomar the previous off-season. And most of the teams other stars who had been the nucleus of the great run of championships from 1995 thru 2001 had either retired or were scattered among other teams. (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
Whos on Deck for Hall of Fame Consideration? Feb 10, 2008
com: Whos on Deck for Hall of Fame Consideration. St. Louis Cardinals MLB Baseball. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Around the Horn: Middle infielders Jan 17, 2008
Repeatedly, Torre pegged Cano's style and swagger as holding earmarks of two former all-time second basemen, Roberto Alomar and Rod Carew. With continued progress, Cano may work those comparisons into new manager Joe Girardi's vocabulary. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Lopez aims to erase bad memories Dec 20, 2007
He was at that level midway through the 2006 season, getting selected as an All-Star reserve and becoming the youngest All-Star at his position since Roberto Alomar started at second base for the American League in 1990. The Mariners were so confident that they had found their long-term second sacker that last April, they signed Lopez to a four-year, $6. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
More > Dec 15, 2007
Standing underneath a basketball hoop, Abreu and Rivera -- plus former big league infielder Roberto Alomar -- were surrounded with clamor. One by one, they handed out a selection of donated gifts to a group of children from various New York City boroughs, as a reward for having earned outstanding grades in their respective schools. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Mets' scouting VP to be honored at Meetings Dec 4, 2007
With the Padres, Johnson was instrumental in the signings of Roberto Alomar, Ozzie Guillen and Mitch Williams. Johnson was a member of the USA Baseball Selection Committee in 2000, which put together the gold medal-winning team at the Sydney Olympics. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Jays unaffected by Saturday's deadline Dec 1, 2007
291 over 160 games and set a new franchise record for doubles in a season by a second baseman with 47, breaking the mark set by Roberto Alomar (41) in 1991. Hill also tied Alomar's '93 team record for the most homers in a season by a second baseman with 17. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Sizemore earns first Gold Glove Nov 7, 2007
Sizemore is the first Indians player to win a Gold Glove since shortstop Omar Vizquel and second baseman Roberto Alomar received the honor in 2001. He is the first Cleveland outfielder to win one since center fielder Kenny Lofton did so in 1996. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Hill, Rios Awarded Fielding Bible Awards Nov 6, 2007
In only his second year as a starter at second base, the Visalia, CA native was frequently compared to ex-Blue Jay Roberto Alomar (in a tie for the most home runs -17- by a Blue Jays second baseman and surpassing him in doubles in a single season, 47) and former teammate Orlando Hudson (who ranked second with eighty points, two behind Hill, for the award), with a range, aggressiveness and arm strength that cemented him as a fan favorite for the future. This award will now make every baseball... (Toronto, TheInsiders.com)
A 21-game salute to Rockies history Oct 20, 2007
Alex Rodriguez, Barry Bonds and Roberto Alomar each homered, with Alomar's 3-for-4 day earning MVP honors. April 4, 1999 Rockies 8, Padres 2 The Rockies won the first big league Opening Day game played outside of the United States or Canada, defeating the reigning NL Champion Padres in Monterrey, Mexico, as Vinny Castilla went 4-for-5 in his home country. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Indians' Shapiro Cuts Payroll to Eighth Lowest on Way to Baseball Playoffs Oct 4, 2007
Shapiro traded All-Star second baseman Roberto Alomar, and the next year traded pitcher Bartolo Colon and failed to re-sign first baseman Jim Thome. The Indians tumbled from winning the division in 2001 to fourth place in 2003. (Bloomberg -- US)
Notes: Hill goes for team record Sep 29, 2007
Aaron Hill needs one more home run to move past Roberto Alomar for most homers in a season by a Blue Jays second bas 00004000 eman ... Entering Friday's action, he had 46, which surpassed the previous mark set by Roberto Alomar (41) in 1991. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Blue Jays notes: Overbay to be shut down Sep 18, 2007
The previous mark of 41 two-base hits was established by Roberto Alomar in 1991. Entering Monday, Hill also sat one homer shy of matching Alomar's '93 record of 17 homers in a season by a Jays second baseman. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Litsch allows pair of costly mistakes Sep 10, 2007
The home run by Hill moved him within two of Roberto Alomar for the team record of 17 for second basemen. "I didn't know that until now," said Hill, following the game. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Morales 10th-inning single beats Indians, gives Angels 3-2 win Sep 8, 2007
Grady Sizemore stole second in the fifth, becoming the first player to steal 30 bases for the Indians since Roberto Alomar in 2001. The Angels are 12-0 in home games on Friday nights. (North County Times)
Stitching His Way To Success: Whitestone Business Thrives Aug 31, 2007
Friday August 31, 2007. Russ Gompers in his office at Stitches, located at 149-13A 14th Ave. in Whitestone. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Notes: Stairs turning into a bargain Aug 25, 2007
In 1991, Joe Carter (42), Roberto Alomar (41) and Devon White (40) accomplished the feat. One too many: Toronto's 5-4 victory over the Angels on Thursday night improved its record to 23-20 (9-15 on the road and 14-5 at home) in one-run contests this season. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
The Front Row: The mercy rule Aug 24, 2007
Joe Morgan was another controversial inclusion, making the cut at second base ahead of Roberto Alomar and Ryne Sandberg. I would ve personally included Alomar, but a good argument can be made for Sandberg and Morgan. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Notes: Gibbons stands behind offense Aug 24, 2007
" Since the All-Star break, Rios has hit .346 with three homers and 14 RBIs in 39 games, giving him 125 appearances through Toronto's first 126 contests. McDonald, who has hit just .198 in the second half, has started nearly every game at short since the Jays cut ties with Royce Clayton on Aug. 3. Second to one: The solo home run that Aaron Hill belted against the A's on Wednesday gave him 13 long balls this season, tying him with Roberto Alomar for the second-highest total in franchise history... (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Errors sink Jays in loss to A's Aug 23, 2007
It was Hill's 13th home run of the season, which ties Roberto Alomar for the second most by a Toronto second baseman in one season. Alomar still has sole possession of first place, though, with 17 homers in 1993. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Notes: Cabrera taking over at second? Aug 18, 2007
And the answer is: Roberto Alomar was the last Tribe member to hit the 30-steal milestone, having done so in 2001. On deck: The Indians return to Tropicana Field on Saturday evening for the second game of the three-game set. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Indians notes: Wedge openly frustrated Aug 16, 2007
And the answer is: Roberto Alomar hit 20 homers while swiping 30 bases in 2001. Bobby Bonds (1979) and Joe Carter (1986-88) were the other Indians to reach the mark. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Ordonez blasts Tigers atop AL Central Aug 15, 2007
Notes: Sizemores 20th homer made him the fourth Cleveland player to have that many homers and 25 steals in the same season, joining Joe Carter (1986-88), Roberto Alomar (1999, 2001) and Bobby Bonds (1979). The Tigers optioned RHP Yorman Bazardo to Toledo to make room for Jair Jurrjens, who will make his first major league start on Wednesday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tigers top Tribe in 10 to reclaim AL Central lead Aug 15, 2007
" hit a two-run homer for the Indians, who went 0-for-10 with runners in scoring position. Cleveland, which started the season 33-13 at home, has lost 13 of its last 17 at Jacobs Field. The Tigers, who will play their next 12 games against the Indians (4) and the (8), played perhaps their biggest game this season without second baseman and outfielder . Both came down with the flu, forcing Leyland to rearrange his lineup. Wedge also adjusted his batting order, which could be described as sickly... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jays notes: Burnett set to return Aug 8, 2007
Roberto Alomar owns the top two spots with 17 homers in 1993 and 13 in '95. Roster move: On Tuesday, the Blue Jays announced that they had released veteran shortstop Royce Clayton. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Notes: Reflecting on Bonds' record Aug 6, 2007
And the answer is: Joe Carter (1986-88), Roberto Alomar (1999, 2001) and Bobby Bonds (1979) all hit 20 homers and swiped 25 bags for the Tribe. On deck: The four-game set with the Twins wraps up with Monday's 8:10 p.m. ET game at the Metrodome. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Notes: Lefties bode well vs. Bedard Aug 6, 2007
The Official Site of The Tampa Bay Devil Rays: News: Tampa Bay Devil Rays News. Akinori Iwamura entered play Sunday hitting. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Bedard overcomes control, dehydration Aug 1, 2007
BOSTON - control, dehydration. For much of last night, labored in his featured pitching matchup with ace Josh Beckett, battling not only a tough Boston Red Sox lineup, but also dehydration. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Embrace the asterisk tonight in Hagerstown Aug 1, 2007
The news release about tonight's Hagerstown Suns promotion never mentions Barry Bonds - but it doesn't really have to. Tonight in Hagerstown, the Single-A club is holding Asterisk Night. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
O's stay put at trade deadline Aug 1, 2007
MacPhail says club never came close to making a deal. 9:06 PM EDT, July 31, 2007. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Mets notes: Lo Duca forced to sit Aug 1, 2007
" Disabled: As they thought they would, the Mets assigned Carlos Beltran to the disabled list Tuesday, retroactive to July 25. They made no corresponding move other than to add Luis Castillo to the 25-man roster. Both sides now: The absence of Beltran denies the Mets what they would like to see -- a batting order with switch-hitters filling the first three spots: Jose Reyes, Castillo and Beltran. They've had it already with Reyes and Beltran separated by Ruben Gotay or Jose Valentin, but those... (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Steinbrenner: His ESPN self has bad-hair day Jul 31, 2007
George Steinbrenner said the television version of him is not quite him. We're not talking the Seinfeld version, where you didn't even see his face. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Birth date, birthday no party for Brady Jul 31, 2007
It's not exactly la dolce vita. Tom Brady's romance with Gisele Bundchen has hit a rocky patch, according to one of Mr. Flip's favorite gossip sources, the New York Post. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Cream team: Indians whip up Rally Pie with a side of humor Jul 31, 2007
The Los Angeles Angels have the Rally Monkey, but the Cleveland Indians have the Rally Pie. At the urging of outfielder Trot Nixon, the Indians have been nailing each other in the face with whipped cream pies on television throughout the season. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
O's not likely to be dealing in big way on deadline Jul 31, 2007
Improved play, injuries work against major roster alteration. Barring an unexpected development, today's 4 p.m. non-waiver trade deadline will come and go with the Orioles having made no moves that will dramatically alter their roster. (SunSpot.net)
Notes: Richar ready to answer the call Jul 29, 2007
"We're excited, but I don't have the expectation to see Roberto Alomar mixed with Rickey Henderson. I think we are going to see an exciting ballplayer.". Guillen is excited to see his young prospect play, but is trying to limit the pressure on Richar. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Alomar endured rough journey to Mets Jul 24, 2007
The younger Roberto Alomar has since retired, but the older Sandy is still plugging away, plenty happy to have dad by his side once again. "He's totally a different guy in here," Alomar said of his father. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Notes: Sowers still struggling Jul 19, 2007
And the answer is: In 2001, Jim Thome (49), Juan Gonzalez (35) and Roberto Alomar (20) combined to hit 104 homers. On deck: The Tribe heads to the Lone Star State on Thursday night as they open up a four-game set with the Rangers at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
