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George Bell Remembers Mel Queen
DUNEDIN, Fl. (RSEN)–Former American League MVP George Bell spoke Friday morning about the passing of Toronto Blue Jays special assistant Mel Queen. Bell, who is a guest instructor during extended spring in the Jays camp, was just asked about his thoughts and he let his thoughts flow. “I feel sorry that Mel passed […]
BLUE JAYS MOURN THE PASSING OF MEL QUEEN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE courtesy of the Toronto Blue Jays TORONTO, ONTARIO FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 The TORONTO BLUE JAYS are saddened to announce the passing of Player Development Senior Advisor MEL QUEEN (1942-2011). “Our organization would not be what it is today without the contributions of Mel Queen. In Toronto he was both the […]
Olsen Throws Four Shutout Innings
DUNEDIN, Fl. (RSEN)–Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Scott Olsen threw four shutout innings in an extended spring game on Tuesday against a Toronto Blue Jays squad. Delayed by a hamstring injury during spring training Olsen allowed two hits while walking one and striking out five on 47-pitches. “I feel like I am not too […]
Jays Pitchers McGowan & Ray Continue Rehab
DUNEDIN, Fl–RHP Dustin McGowan (left), who has not pitched in the majors since 2008 continues his steady progress towards pitching in an actual game. On Tuesday McGowan pitched a shutout inning during a simulated game at the Blue Jays minor league complex with no problems. (Photo by EDDIE MICHELS) DUNEDIN, Fl.–Blue Jays right-hander Robert Ray […]
Utley Makes Second Extended Spring Appearance
TAMPA, Fl. (RSEN)–Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley made his second extended spring start batting third every inning and playing second for four of the game’s seven innings. Facing the Yankees squad, the five time all star went 1-7 at the plate and played four errorless innings at second. “It was good,” said […]
George Bell and Ernie Whitt
DUNEDIN, Fl. (RSEN)–Two former Blue Jays greats, George Bell (left) and Ernie Whitt (right) chat before Saturday’s game between the Phillies and Blue Jays extended spring squads. Bell is in camp as a guest instructor for the Jays while Whitt is the Phillies minor league catching instructor. (Photo by EDDIE MICHELS)
Chase Utley getting back in form for Phils
DUNEDIN, Fl.(RSEN) –Phillies second baseman Chase Utley homers to right center during an extended spring game against the Blue Jays Saturday morning. “I tried to fool him with a change up on 2-2,” said Blue Jays LHP John Anderson of the Utley homer, “Then threw a 3-2 fastball away and he hit it.” Showing no signs […]
Price Pitches 10 strike-out, 4 hit Gem, Rays One Game Out
St. Petersburg, Fl. (RSEN) — The Tampa Bay Rays broke up a pitcher’s duel in the home half of the 3rd when shortstop Sean Rodriguez lined a double down the line in left. Catcher John Jasso would not be out done as he lined his own double down the right field line to score Rodriguez. Sam Fuld would hit a long […]
Dustin McGowan and Aaron Hill see Action in Dunedin
DUNEDIN, Fl. (RSEN)–Toronto Blue Jays RHP Dustin McGowan (two arm and one knee surgery) pitched one plus inning in a simulated game Wednesday, his first game action in over two years. “Every time I go out I am gradually getting more and more on it,” said McGowan, “The good thing is the arm feels great.” […]
Nix – Hill get Work In
DUNEDIN, Fl. (RSEN) –Toronto Blue Jays utility infielder Jason Nix (left shin) throws long toss at the teams minor league complex on Monday. Nix has been on the 15-day DL since April 23. (Photo by EDDIE MICHELS) DUNEDIN, Fl. (RSEN)–Blue Jays second baseman Aaron Hill go through conditioning drills on Monday at the team’s […]
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