Local TV report about Jimmy V preparing for camp: Read the rest of this entry »
Archive for February, 2008
Manzella told to stay ready, Iorg looking good
Astros.com gives a minor league update on Manzella, Iorg, Delome and others.
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Brad James
The Chron talks to and about Brad James:
Brad on his experience in big boy spring training
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“Just getting to play with the older guys that are more experienced, it’s good to get in here now and get more used to it,” James said. “I don’t want to go back to the minor league side. Trust me. This is 15 times better than the minor league side.”
Greg Buchanan interview
The son of former Astros scout, Dan Buchanan, talks to his hometown paper about life in the minors:
2007 Off Season Transactions
Your Clearing House for Minors Comings & Goings This Off Season:
Erick Abreu – signed a minor league contract (Feb.)
Josh Appell – acquired in trade for Ralph Henriquez (Nov.)
Miguel Asencio – granted free agency (Oct.), Signed by Red Sox to minor league deal (Jan.)
Jimmy Barthmaier - claimed off waivers by Pirates (Nov.)
Phillip Barzilla – Signed by Mariners as a minor league free agent. (Nov.)
Frankie Caraballo - Signed to minor league contract (Dec.)
Alberto Castillo - signed to minor league contract (Feb.) Read the rest of this entry »
House is at home with the Astros
J R House talks about still playing baseball and signing with the Astros to his hometown paper. Read the rest of this entry »