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]]>Happ has been playing for the New York Yankees over the last three seasons, putting up a solid 21-10 record and a 4.13 ERA.
One thing that the Twins probably like about Happ is his World Series experience. When Happ was a rookie back in 2008, he won a title with the Philadelphia Phillies. Now, at the age of 38, Happ will be looking to add to his hardware by helping Minnesota do the same.
Although Happ won’t be the Twins’ first or second starter, he should be a part of the tail end of their starting rotation. If he puts up a solid season, he’ll be a great help for the Twins’ offense in their quest to win it all.
With a very competitive American League, Minnesota naturally wanted all the defensive help they can get, so it’s no surprise they turned to Happ, a veteran presence who will give their roster experience and depth.
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]]>The Reds hired the 55-year-old Price in 2014 with hopes that he would be able to lead them over the playoff hurdle that has plagued baseball’s oldest franchise for nearly a quarter-century. Cincinnati has not won a playoff series since beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1995’s NL Division Series, and after three playoff appearances under Dusty Baker proved fruitless, the Reds decided Price was the man to restore the franchise’s former glory.
Instead, the rise of the Chicago Cubs and the continued strength of the St. Louis Cardinals ensured the Reds never played a postseason game under Price. The team’s best season under his leadership was his first season, where the Reds won 76 games. Following his dismissal, Price released a statement thanking the Reds and general manager Walt Jocketty for the chance to manage the club.
Cincinnati will turn to Jim Riggleman as its manager for the remainder of the season. Riggleman, 65, was the team’s bench coach under Price and brings a wealth of major league managerial experience to the job. The Reds will be the fifth team Riggleman has led in his career, as he previously served as the manager of the San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs, Seattle Mariners and Washington Nationals.
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]]>The post Twins Acquire SP J.A. Happ for the Upcoming Season appeared first on yoursportspot.com.
]]>Happ has been playing for the New York Yankees over the last three seasons, putting up a solid 21-10 record and a 4.13 ERA.
One thing that the Twins probably like about Happ is his World Series experience. When Happ was a rookie back in 2008, he won a title with the Philadelphia Phillies. Now, at the age of 38, Happ will be looking to add to his hardware by helping Minnesota do the same.
Although Happ won’t be the Twins’ first or second starter, he should be a part of the tail end of their starting rotation. If he puts up a solid season, he’ll be a great help for the Twins’ offense in their quest to win it all.
With a very competitive American League, Minnesota naturally wanted all the defensive help they can get, so it’s no surprise they turned to Happ, a veteran presence who will give their roster experience and depth.
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]]>The Reds hired the 55-year-old Price in 2014 with hopes that he would be able to lead them over the playoff hurdle that has plagued baseball’s oldest franchise for nearly a quarter-century. Cincinnati has not won a playoff series since beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1995’s NL Division Series, and after three playoff appearances under Dusty Baker proved fruitless, the Reds decided Price was the man to restore the franchise’s former glory.
Instead, the rise of the Chicago Cubs and the continued strength of the St. Louis Cardinals ensured the Reds never played a postseason game under Price. The team’s best season under his leadership was his first season, where the Reds won 76 games. Following his dismissal, Price released a statement thanking the Reds and general manager Walt Jocketty for the chance to manage the club.
Cincinnati will turn to Jim Riggleman as its manager for the remainder of the season. Riggleman, 65, was the team’s bench coach under Price and brings a wealth of major league managerial experience to the job. The Reds will be the fifth team Riggleman has led in his career, as he previously served as the manager of the San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs, Seattle Mariners and Washington Nationals.
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