Saturday Rockpile: Friedrich and Roling honored, Galarraga on Hall of Fame ballot, more

by Bryan Kilpatrick on Nov 28, 2009 9:53 AM MST in Rockpile

Friedrich, Roling garner MLB.com organzationaly awards | MLB.com: News
MLB.com has named their top minor leaguers for each of baseball's 30 clubs. During the preseason, they predicted Eric Young Jr. would be the Rockies' top hitter, while Jhoulys Chacin was to be the top pitcher. Things changed a bit at the end of the season, as MLB.com has gone with Christian Friedrich as the club's best pitcher and Kiel Roling as the best hitter.

Reign of Cat and Dog may hit Hall | ColoradoRockies.com: News
It's time for the BBWAA to start considering their selections for the Hall Of Fame's class of 2010. Two former Rockies - Ellis Burks and Andres Galarraga - appear on the ballot for the first time while another, Dale Murphy, stays on there for the 11th consecutive year. It's probably farfetched to say that any of these guys have a legitimate chance of getting in at any point.

Inside the Colorado Rockies " Fasano To Manage In Toronto Organization | Major League Baseball in Denver
(Hat tip to mkorpal, who posted this in the Thanksgiving comment thread.) Sal Fasano, who seemed to do a great job in mentoring young Rockies pitchers in Colorado Springs this past season, will be managing Toronto's Class A affiliate in Lansing. Congratulations to Sal, who will hopefully excel in his new role. :C

Rockies Venezuelan League Update
Good news on the VZL front for the Rockies, as it looks like Jhoulys Chacin has shown some improvement over the course of their season. Chacin went five innings and allowed just one hit and one walk and apparently displayed good control. As the author mentions, it was probably Chacin's last start of the VZL season. Also, Edgmer Escalona pitched a perfect inning in his league debut.

Carlos Gonzalez blessed by "La Chinita"
Carlos Gonzalez had a good few days in the Venezuelan League last week, as he hit .454 in 22 at-bats during "Feria de la Chinita." The blurb mentions Gonzalez injured himself sliding last weekend and had to be subbed out, but I imagine it isn't anything serious, as there has been no report from the Rockies.

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What a good year for the Rockies system

I have to say, I’m a bit of a homer on Roling, but I think he legitimately established himself as a quality first base prospect this year, and in my opinion, deserves to be starting at first for the Tulsa Drillers at the start of next year. If he cuts down on his K’s and develops something of a rhythm against left handers, I could certainly live with Roling replacing Todd as the starter in 2012 along with a veteran helping him out.

Impossible not to have positive thoughts.

I want Sam Deduno to pitch already.

by bballrox4717 on Nov 28, 2009 10:02 AM MST reply actions

Any conversation about the big cat.

is a good enough reason to post this.

To all of the doubters, to all of the haters, one simple message:
We will be back! Our purple knights will be victorious once again.

by The Lodo Magic Man on Nov 28, 2009 10:05 AM MST reply actions 1 recs

Always

JFK

by jrockies on Nov 28, 2009 10:12 AM MST up reply actions

That was good for a smile

Watching the purple row from high atop the big brown monolith on California Ave

by Mondogarage on Nov 28, 2009 10:19 AM MST up reply actions

indeed.

the time between the season ending and spring training makes me feel dead inside.

by Maria M on Nov 30, 2009 7:05 PM MST up reply actions

Selig may step down after 2012 season.

by Greg Stanwood on Nov 28, 2009 10:46 AM MST reply actions

so youre saying he will be commish until the end of the world?

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

by Andrew T. Fisher on Nov 28, 2009 10:51 AM MST via mobile up reply actions

Yes, the day after the Natinals win the 2012 World Series

Watching the purple row from high atop the big brown monolith on California Ave

by Mondogarage on Nov 28, 2009 10:52 AM MST up reply actions

...and John Cusack wins an Oscar.

Donate to charity by shopping for Purple Row Merchandise at:
Purple Row Cares

by Charlie77 on Nov 28, 2009 9:33 PM MST up reply actions

Key phrase, "may"

I used to refer to him as “Interim Commisioner for Life” before the owners admitted they weren’t really looking for a replacement.

Ignorance of the American League is a sign of good moral character.
Look out Dodgers...Purple objects in mirror are closer than they appear.

I'll be the guy in a orange shirt EVERY Monday...Broncos are my team win or lose.

by RdRnnr on Nov 30, 2009 12:16 PM MST up reply actions

What are the procedures for replacing a commissioner?

I know the owners vote on it but who is eligible? Another owner? A GM? Anyone with money and some knowledge of baseball?

JFK

by jrockies on Nov 30, 2009 12:21 PM MST up reply actions

Lets offer arbitration to all the Type A & B players

1. Marquis is going to sign with the Mets…even if he doesn’t he still is great for Colorado defense plan.
2. Yorvit…..there is interest for him…and we can trade him at the deadline next season if he Ianetta works out.
3.Betencourt well, come on we just need to give him arbitration.
4. Beimel, what’s the worst that can happen?

Realistically, I think 2 out of the 4 might sign back with the Rockies but my preference would be that they all leave the team and we get compensation draft picks.

For your reference

Making facetious trade rumors since 2012AD

by lizardlad01 on Nov 28, 2009 12:31 PM MST reply actions

I agree on Marquis and Betancourt, disagree on Beimel, and don't know where I stand on Torrealba.

by Greg Stanwood on Nov 28, 2009 12:34 PM MST up reply actions

Wolf,

I want baseball again…I need my fix.

Thank God for the winter meetings!

I guess if the Rockies had a player accept arbitration we can just trade away our mistake and minimize the impact.

Making facetious trade rumors since 2012AD

by lizardlad01 on Nov 28, 2009 12:38 PM MST up reply actions

I don't know if it would be that easy, especially with Beimel, whom I still believe would be the most likely to accept an arbitration offer (though many here disagree with me)

I love the offseason, and I’ve been following it every step of the way. Quite a lot goes on. We’ve had the initial roster clearing, then the reserves deadline, now the free agent arbitration process, and coming up soon are the Rule 5 draft, the tender deadline, then the arbitration salaries, and then, it’s going to be pitchers and catchers report. Not to mention all of the free agent signings that are going to happen.

For me, it’s all part of a single, year long process, not just the part from February to November when baseball is being played. :)

by Greg Stanwood on Nov 28, 2009 12:42 PM MST up reply actions