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Sweatshirt for Hoffman

  DUNEDIN, FLA.–Sporting a fastball at 89-90 MPH according to Toronto Blue Jays coaches Jeff Hoffman threw his second BP session since “Tommy John Surgery” last May.  Hoffman, Toronto’s first pick, ninth overall in the June 2014 Amateur Draft, threw 15-pitches off the mound on Friday January 9, 2015 despite temperatures in the low 50’s.  […]

Audio: View from the Dugout – 2015 Resolutions AL East

The Yankees, Redsox, Orioles, Rays and Blue Jays are always trying to one up each other.  Here is what’s need to happen in 2015 as only Kris Dunn can deliver… https://soundcloud.com/rocket-sports-ent/view-from-the-dugout-2015-resolutions-al-east

Jays Spring Training Tickets on Sale

  DUNEDIN, FLA.–Despite a 52* temperature 19-die-hard fans showed up for the first day single game spring training tickets went on sale at Florida Auto Exchange Stadium.  A single ticket window opened five minutes prior to the announced 9 AM opening with some fans purchasing tickets for the Blue Jays spring opponents (Rays, Red Sox, Tigers […]

1st Rounder Hoffman make Progress

DUNEDIN, FLA.–The Toronto Blue Jays first round pick in last years June draft RHP Jeff Hoffman continues to improve and make progress after last May’s “Tommy John Surgery.”  The ninth pick overall threw about 25-30 pitches on flat ground Wednesday.  Hoffman threw a 15-pitch bullpen session for the first time on Monday January 5, 2015 and is scheduled […]

First Jays Workout Less than 50 Days

DUNEDIN, FLA.–New “Field Turf” is being installed on the Toronto Blue Jays half field at their Mattick Complex.  The new turf and rehabbing of the five natural grass fields at the complex are expected to be ready for the teams first workout February 22nd.

Audio: View from the Dugout 2015 HOF Class

  The 2015 Hall of Fame Class has been announced. Four players will be enshrined in Cooperstown. Should there have been a fifth? Kris Dunn lets you know in his View from the Dugout… https://soundcloud.com/rocket-sports-ent/view-from-the-dugout-2015-hof-class

Audio: View from the Dugout 2015 MLB Resolutions

    With 2015 upon us the 2015 MLB season is just around the corner.  It’s time for teams to put their New Year’s resolution plans in place.  Let’s start in Tampa… https://soundcloud.com/rocket-sports-ent/view-from-the-dugout-mlb-new-years-resolution-preview

Audio: View from the Dugout – Padres may have Regrets

The San Diego Padres moved prospects to form their 2015 outfield, Kris says Padres may come to regret…

Two Looks of Norris

  DUNEDIN, FLA.–Sporting his winter growth of beard Toronto Blue Jays LHP Daniel Norris throws on flat ground from about 50-60 feet on Friday December 19, 2014.  Under the watchful eyes of the Blue Jays training and rehab staff at the team’s Mattick Complex Norris said afterwards, “I feel great.”  According to a Blue Jays […]

Rays Trade Wil Myers in 3-Team Blockbuster

  When word broke of the Rays and Padres working on a “blockbuster” deal. Sources: #Padres, #Rays discussing significant trade. Talks involve a number of players. Wil Myers would be main piece going to SD. — Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) December 16, 2014 Many wondered why the Rays would be giving up such a young star; […]