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2013 Oakland Athletics Season
The 2013 Oakland Athletics season was the 45th for the franchise at O.co Coliseum, as well as the 113th in club history. Oakland was defending their division title in the new five-team American League West during the 2013 season. On September 22, 2013, they clinched their second straight American League West championship. They lost to the Detroit Tigers in five games in the 2013 American League Division Series. Offseason Following a successful 2012 season in which the team won the AL West, GM Billy Beane stated he would keep the team mostly intact, and "if moves are made, they will be additions". The first acquisition occurred October 19 in a three-team trade involving Arizona and Miami; Oakland sent Cliff Pennington to Arizona and minor leaguer Yordy Cabrera to Miami, and the team received Chris Young from Arizona. In November, the team traded pitcher Tyson Ross and minor leaguer A. J. Kirby-Jones to San Diego for infielder Andy Parrino and pitcher Andrew Werner. Grant Green ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American League West
The American League West is one of Major League Baseball's six divisions. The division has five teams as of the 2013 season, but had four teams from 1994 to 2012, and had as many as seven teams before the 1994 realignment. Although its teams currently only reside along the West Coast of the United States, west coast and in Texas, historically the division has had teams as far east as Chicago. From 1998 (when the NL West expanded to five teams) to 2012, the AL West was the only MLB division with four teams. The current champion of this division is the Houston Astros. In 2013, the Houston Astros went from the National League Central to the AL West. That move gives all six MLB divisions an equal five teams and both leagues an equal 15 teams each. Division membership Current members * Houston Astros - Joined in 2013; formerly from the National League West, NL West (1969–1993) and National League Central, NL Central (1994–2012) * Los Angeles AngelsThe Angels were formerly known as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cliff Pennington (baseball)
Clifton Randolph Pennington (born June 15, 1984) is an American former Major League Baseball (MLB) infielder who played for the Oakland Athletics, Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Angels, and Cincinnati Reds between 2008 and 2018, and who is currently the baseball recruiting coordinator for the Dallas Baptist Patriots. Amateur career A native of Corpus Christi, Texas, Pennington played college baseball for the Texas A&M Aggies baseball team under head coach Mark Johnson from 2003 to 2005. In 2004, he played collegiate summer baseball with the Falmouth Commodores of the Cape Cod Baseball League, and was named to the league's Hall of Fame in 2020. Professional career Oakland Athletics Pennington was drafted in the first round of the 2005 Major League Baseball Draft by the Athletics. On August 12, , he was called up from the Triple-A Sacramento River Cats, and made his Major League debut that day against the Tampa Bay Rays going 0-for-3 in a 2-1 win for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Designated For Assignment
Designated for assignment (DFA) is a contractual term used in Major League Baseball (MLB). A player who is designated for assignment is immediately removed from the team's 40-man roster, after which the team must within seven days, return the player to the 40-man roster, place the player on waivers, trade the player, release the player, or outright the player from the 40-man roster into Minor League Baseball. Governance MLB player transactions are governed by '' The Official Professional Baseball Rules Book''. Rule 2(k), titled "Designated Players", along with Rule 10(g), titled "Player Limit", govern the transaction known as "designated for assignment". It is not specifically named as such, although within Rule 10(b), titled "The Procedures for Obtaining Waivers", the term "designate for assignment" is used. Media use of the phrase dates to at least 1976. Contractual moves Place the player on waivers Typically, a player is placed on waivers after being designated for assignme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2013 New York Yankees Season
The 2013 New York Yankees season was the 111th season for the New York Yankees franchise. The Yankees began their season at home with an 8–2 loss against the Boston Red Sox on April 1. They finished tied for third place in the American League East with an 85–77 record, which was their worst since 1992 New York Yankees season, 1992. The Yankees failed to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2008 and only the second time in nineteen years. Longtime Yankees closer Mariano Rivera and longtime starting pitcher Andy Pettitte each retired following the 2013 season. Pre-season acquisitions * On November 20, the Yankees re-signed Hiroki Kuroda to a one-year contract worth $15 million. * On November 28, the Yankees re-signed Andy Pettitte to a one-year contract worth $12 million. * On November 30, the Yankees re-signed Mariano Rivera to a one-year contract worth $10 million. * On December 14, the Yankees signed Kevin Youkilis to a one-year contract worth $12 million. * On ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Miller (pitcher)
James Matthew Miller (born April 28, 1982) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Baltimore Orioles, Colorado Rockies, Oakland Athletics, and New York Yankees. Amateur career Miller attended North Fort Myers High School in North Fort Myers, Florida. He attended Mars Hill University located in North Carolina. He then transferred and attended the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where he played college baseball for the Louisiana–Monroe Warhawks baseball team. Professional career Colorado Rockies Miller was drafted in the eighth round (230th overall) of the 2004 MLB draft by the Colorado Rockies. During his time with the Rockies organization, he was a three-time minor league all-star. Baltimore Orioles On January 12, 2007, Miller was traded to the Baltimore Orioles alongside minor league pitcher Jason Burch in exchange for Rodrigo López. He was called up on September 1, 2008, to the Orioles, and made his majo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2013 New York Mets Season
The 2013 New York Mets season was the franchise's 52nd season. The Mets hosted the 84th MLB All-Star Game on July 16 at Citi Field, their home for five seasons. The Mets finished the season with a record of 74–88, finishing third in the National League East Division. The season was the Mets' first non-fourth-place finish since 2008. It was also the final season for Ralph Kiner, who had been with their broadcast team since its first season. Offseason The Mets lost their rights to the Minor League Baseball affiliate Buffalo Bisons as their AAA team. For 2013–15, the Mets have agreed to a deal to claim the Las Vegas 51s as their newest minor league affiliate, for Triple A. On November 7, 2012, the Mets and outfielder Jason Bay agreed to part ways, with the team buying out the $21 million remaining on his contract and releasing him. On December 17, the Mets and the Toronto Blue Jays agreed to a deal sending 2012 Cy Young Award winner R. A. Dickey, Josh Thole and Mike Nicke ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brandon Hicks
Brandon Ryan Hicks (born September 14, 1985) is an American former professional baseball infielder. He has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Atlanta Braves, Oakland Athletics and San Francisco Giants. Amateur career Hicks attended Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena, Texas. He attended San Jacinto College before transferring to Texas A&M University, where he played shortstop for the Big 12 Tournament Championship team. Professional career Atlanta Braves Hicks was drafted by the Braves in the third round (108th overall) of the 2007 Major League Baseball Draft. He was promoted to the major leagues for the first time in May 2010. For the following season, Hicks made the 2011 Opening Day roster of the Atlanta Braves after performing well in that season's Spring training camp. On May 1, just five days short of a year after his Major League debut, Hicks collected his first Major League hit, an RBI single to left-center against Jaime García of the St. Louis Cardinals ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrew Carignan
Gary Andrew Carignan (born July 23, 1986) is a former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball for the Oakland Athletics. Amateur career Born in New London, Connecticut, Carignan attended high school at Norwich Free Academy where he played with Eric Campbell and was named Connecticut's top baseball player in 2003 after leading the team to a state championship. He played college baseball for the University of North Carolina Tar Heels. In 2005 and 2006, he played collegiate summer baseball in the Cape Cod Baseball League for the Bourne Braves, and was named an all-star in 2006. He was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the 5th round of the 2007 MLB Draft. Professional career Oakland Athletics Carignan made his major league debut in 2011, and appeared in six games for Oakland that year. He collected his first MLB win on April 12, 2012, against the Kansas City Royals. In that game, Carignan took over from fellow reliever Jordan Norberto. He took th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael Ynoa
Michael Jose Ynoa Ventura ( Michel; born September 24, 1991) is a Dominican professional baseball pitcher who is a free agent. He has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago White Sox. Career Oakland Athletics Ynoa signed with the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball (MLB) for the amount of $4.25 million, setting a new record for the A's organization after lefty pitcher Mark Mulder was signed for 3.2 million in 1998. Ynoa was named the "Number One" and the "crown jewel" in the "Best Latino Prospects of 2008." Ynoa was said to be the most impressive Latin American player prospect since Félix Hernández in 2002. Two MLB teams ( Cincinnati Reds, Texas Rangers) "reportedly offered Ynoa about $5 million." It was reported that Ynoa signed with Oakland after a deal fell through with the New York Yankees. The Yankees reportedly broke off talks with Ynoa after agent Adam Katz sought to renegotiate a handshake agreement with the club. In August 2010, after ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Grant Green (baseball)
Grant Thomas Green (born September 27, 1987) is an American former professional baseball second baseman. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Oakland Athletics, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, San Francisco Giants, and Washington Nationals. Green attended the University of Southern California (USC) and played college baseball for the USC Trojans. High school career Green played baseball at Canyon High School (Anaheim, California), Canyon High School in Anaheim, California. As a high school sophomore, Green batted .430 (31-for-72) with eight doubles and 22 RBI. In his junior season, he batted .455 (40-for-88) with three home runs, 30 RBI and 14 stolen bases, a performance he duplicated as a senior when he batted .453 with four home runs, 22 RBI, and 14 stolen bases. Green earned first team honors from the California Interscholastic Federation and the Orange County Register. After his senior season, he was the 14th-round draft choice of the San Diego Padres, but he o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrew Werner
Andrew Steven Werner (born February 25, 1987) is an American college baseball coach former professional baseball pitcher. He is the pitching coach at Bradley University. He played college baseball at Illinois Central College in 2006 and 2007 before transferring to the University of Indianapolis in 2008 and 2009. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the San Diego Padres in 2012. High School and College Werner graduated from Washington Community High School in 2005. He attended Illinois Central College in 2006 and 2007. He pitched for the University of Indianapolis in 2008 and 2009. On May 16, 2009, in his final game for the University of Indianapolis, Werner struck out 11 University of Southern Indiana batters in relief. Professional career Independent Leagues Werner was never drafted. In 2009, Werner pitched for the Evansville Otters of the independent Frontier League. In 2010, Werner worked as the pitching coach for Eureka College, and then pitched for the Otters and t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andy Parrino
Andrew B. Parrino (born October 31, 1985) is an American former professional baseball player. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres and Oakland Athletics. College Parrino has Albanian origin from Italy, Sicily. Parrino played three years of college baseball at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York. He was named the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Player of the Year in 2007. He was only the second position player to make it to MLB out of Le Moyne. Professional career San Diego Padres Parrino was drafted by the Padres in the 26th round of the 2007 MLB draft and signed by the team's Northeast Scouting Director, Jim Bretz. He was promoted to the Padres on August 26, 2011, to make his MLB debut. He played in 24 games in 2011, playing third, shortstop, second, and the outfield. Parrino collected 8 hits in 44 at-bats. Parrino opened 2012 as the Padres' utility infielder, edging out Everth Cabrera in spring training. He made 24 star ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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