Bronson Arroyo

This is the first post of my in-depth review of the 2009 Cincinnati Reds.  After a quick look back at the season as a whole, I will now begin a player-by-player analysis of this year's performances and what to look for next year. Bronson Arroyo finished the year 15-13 with a 3.84 earned run average.  Despite beginning the season with discomfort caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, he was the workhorse of the pitching staff.  Arroyo made 33 starts...  

The Cincinnati Reds have recently upgraded third baseman Scott Rolen's contract to tie him up for the next three years. That is all well and good, but I believe we had him for this year already, am I right? We have more pressing problems than pacifying a player for whom we already had mortgaged the farm—no play on words. Shortstops still change teams or get re-signed by their own club while we sit and wait it out. Craig Counsell of the...  

When a baseball team drafts a player who rejects a full-ride scholarship to play wide receiver for a major college football team, it's safe to assume the kid is fast.  When that football team is from the best conference in the country (SEC), it's safe to say the kid can flat-out boot scoot as well as any major leaguer.  That's exactly what the Cincinnati Reds did with their second round (57th overall) selection in 2009. Billy Hamilton's speed...  

CINCINNATI — Scott Rolen agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Cincinnati Reds through the 2012 season, an indication of how much they value the 34-year-old third baseman as a clubhouse leader.  

by Al Behrman - AP Bronson Arroyo appreciates the help from his defense, but his mama didn't raise no dummy. View full size photo » Bronson Arroyo led the Reds' starters in wins, ERA, and innings pitched in 2009.  Aaron Harang led the Reds in losses and has managed just 12 wins over the last two...  

Baseball is often called "America's pastime." Since the 19th century, baseball has been one America's most popular sports. Unfortunately, baseball has always had a messy relationship with race and the Cincinnati Reds are no exception The Reds, founded in 1882, were the first professional baseball team, but its members have frequently lacked racial harmony.  

Bronson Arroyo: Arroyo expects Reds to competeRotoworld.comBronson Arroyo questioned why the Reds traded for Scott Rolen and re-signed Ramon Hernandez if they aren't serious about competing next season. ...Arroyo out to sea during busy offseasonMLB.comall 4 news articles »  

The Post: The Reds have let teams know they would just about give away Francisco Cordero (two years, $25 million), Bronson Arroyo ($11 million in 2010, $11 million 2011 option with a $2 million buyout) or Willy Taveras ($4 million in 2010). I know all the negatives about Arroyo- his K/BB ratio is only about 2:1 over the last three season, and he's a fly ball pitcher. But he's kept his ERA+ between 93-112 in the last 3 seasons and his FIP has...  

It's easy to get excited about a 22-year-old prospect who jacked 27 homers between AA and AAA last season.  Especially when, during his September cup of coffee with Cincinnati, and in his second at-bat for the Reds, he blasted one about 30 rows deep over the right field fence of Great American Ball Park. Juan Francisco, a left-handed batter standing at 6'2" and tipping the scales at 220 pounds, undoubtedly has the body of a power hitter...  

Cincinnati Reds GM Walt Jocketty talks Redsfest, player movesCincinnati.comOne of the things the Reds general manager has to do every year at Redsfest is face the fans. There are several forums that allow the fans to ask direct ...and more »  

The 1976 Cincinnati Reds were one of the most dominating offensive teams of all time.  They led the National League in every major category, some by a wide margin.   Dominant Statistics The Reds batted .280, scored 857 runs, had a .357 on-base average, and slugged .424.  They led the National League in doubles, triples, home runs, RBIs, walks, strikeouts, and stolen bases.    Four Future Hall of Famers Four future Hall of Famers—second...  

St. Louis Post-DispatchAbout The Real McCoyDayton Daily NewsSign up By Hal McCoy | Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 02:58 PM FORMER CINCINNATI Reds manager Jerry Narron once referred to Albert Pujols simply as Albert the ...Pujols adds to NL Central awards totalExaminer.comIs Albert Pujols the Best Cardinal Player Ever, Including Stan Musial?Bleacher ReportAlbert Pujols unanimous NL MVP pickAtlanta Journal ConstitutionKentucky.comall 1,135 news...  

New York Daily NewsAs a Hall Candidate, Alomar Has Stats and a Bit of AnxietyNew York TimesAfter Alomar, the next most decorated candidates among the 15 additions to the ballot were Barry Larkin, the shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds; ...Roberto Alomar, Barry Larkin Part of 2010 Hall of Fame BallotThe Biz of BaseballAlomar Among 15 New Players on Baseball Hall BallotBloombergMartinez, McGriff also among candidatesESPNall 288 news articles »  

Voice of Yankees, 99, will not returnAkron Beacon JournalGonzalez split last season between the Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox, batting .238 with eight home runs and 41 RBI. The Venezuelan was an All-Star in ...and more »  

Goodyear saves on facility costsAZ Central.com27, 2009 11:37 AM Lower-than-expected costs saved Goodyear nearly $3 million on the Cincinnati Reds' training complex, or about a year and a half worth of ...and more »