May 24, 2013

While We’re Waiting… Browns Likely Fined, Kyle Blair Ready, Ugly Field Paint Banned

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Not official, but it wouldn’t surprise us if the Browns have been fined- “Five teams were contacted, whether they were inquiries or fines or some of each, I haven’t read the letters so I don’t know,” Pash said. “The commissioner sort of rather strongly suggested that one team in South Florida might have crossed the line. Beyond that, I don’t know.” The Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, San Francisco 49ers are also considered likely violators of the rule, according to published reports regarding the contact that took place between new head coaches/coordinators and their players.” [National Football Post] [Read more...]

About Those Indians Pitching Prospects: Ranking the Starters

We’ve already covered all the usual storylines for the Cleveland Indians before the start of the 2011 season. From projections to five main topics, to Travis Hafner, Matt LaPorta, the fifth starter and the second base conundrum, it seems that we have covered everything possible about the MLB squad.

But one item lurking on the horizon for new general manager Chris Antoinetti, manager Manny Acta and the Tribe is a plethora of minor league pitching options. The relieving corps is filled with dozens of players on the cusp of competing for a roster spot in Cleveland soon, while the a mixed crew of starters also provides plenty of hope for the future.

Today’s first part ranks the top 10 starting pitching prospects in the Indians organization, and lists another dozen players to watch. Stay tuned for contributions from all of these players this season, as they could make a huge impact on the Tribe’s success. [Read more...]