Monthly Archives: March 2010

Revs prepared to replace DeRenne

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Jim Seip

In a perfect world, and for selfish reasons, the Revs would like to see second baseman and captain Keoni DeRenne back in a York uniform. But after talking to members of the Phillies front office, and after learning the Phillies … Continue reading →

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Bauer signed by Rockies

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Jim Seip

Former Revs pitcher Rick Bauer has joined the Rockies at spring training. Former Revs third baseman Kenny Perez (2008) is also in camp with the Rockies. Bauer did not earn a decision in three starts for York last season. He … Continue reading →

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Revs welcome former O’s prospect Matt Riley

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Jim Seip

York made its biggest signing of the offseason. Revs manager Andy Etchebarren signed Matt Riley, one of the players Etch managed during his time in the Orioles system. Known as a hard-throwing phenom as a teenager, Riley has torn the … Continue reading →

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Could Peter Kirk, ODP return to affiliated ball

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Jim Seip

Ballpark Digest reports that the Houston Astros are debating whether to drop their territorial objections involving a minor league team in the Houston suburb of Sugar Land. Could that move push Opening Day Partners and Peter Kirk back into affiliated … Continue reading →

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Hamulack signs with Barnstormers

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Jim Seip

Former major league reliever Tim Hamulack and former Nationals pitcher Jason Simontacchi signed with the Barnstormers Tuesday. Hamulack may be of more interest to baseball fans in York County. Hamulack, a Maryland native, moved to York County in 2005. Hamulack … Continue reading →

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Shanks: One reason Esquivel is in L.I.

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Jim Seip

The Revolution just signed one of the best hitters in the Atlantic League. James Shanks ranked in the top three in RBIs, total bases and hits last season. He hit 17 homers and still managed to compile a .293 batting … Continue reading →

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Rosters: A work in progress

Posted on March 5, 2010 by Jim Seip

Here’s a look at all the signings announced in the Atlantic League.

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A look around the league

Posted on March 5, 2010 by Jim Seip

Former Revs starting pitcher Aaron Rakers (pictured above in 2008) is back in Taiwan for another season. He has been joined by former Lancaster pitcher Zach Parker. Here’s a look around the rest of the league:

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No longer Revs: Eso, Padgett sign with Ducks

Posted on March 5, 2010 by Jim Seip

Matt Esquivel (pictured above) and Matt Padgett signed with the Long Island Ducks Friday. The two players ended a two-year stay in York after a public split with the Revolution last month. Both players had been seeking raises according to … Continue reading →

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