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The American League MVP award was nearly unanimous, as Twins catcher Joe Mauerreceiving 27 of 28 first place votes. Comment?
Vizquel Agrees To $1,375,000 Deal With White Sox
Omar Vizquel is joining a team with a long history of Venezuelan shortstops, and that was part of the attraction in coming to the Chicago White Sox. Comment?
Mauer so dominant, the real race was for 2nd place
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If voters penalized Cardinals right-hander Chris Carpenter for missing time with an injury in the National League Cy Young Award race, why did Twins catcher Joe Mauer not pay the same price in the American League Most Valuable Player voting? The answer is easy, and I voted for both awards. Comment?
Twins' Joe Mauer near-unanimous pick as American League MVP
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Joe Mauer became only the second catcher in 33 years to win the American League Most Valuable Player Award, finishing first in a near-unanimous vote Monday. Comment?
ChiSox seal 1-year, $1.375M deal with Vizquel
The White Sox have signed free-agent shortstop Omar Vizquel to a one-year, $1,375,000 contract. Comment?
Former Cleveland Indians shortstop Omar Vizquel signs with the Chicago White Sox
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Omar Vizquel, as a Texas Ranger, reacting to a standing ovation from Indians fans in Cleveland last Aug. Comment?
Shortstop Omar Vizquel agrees to $1,375,000, 1-year deal with Chicago White Sox
Omar Vizquel is joining a team with a long history of Venezuelan shortstops, and that was part of the attraction in coming to the Chicago White Sox. Comment?
Mauer receives all but one first-place vote in winning Al MVP
Joe Mauer sat behind a table on a podium in a conference room at the Metrodome when Justin Morneau shouted out the last question of the day. Comment?
World Series title remains goal for Puma
With 10 years of Major League service time under his belt, millions of dollars in the bank and his name at the top of the Astros' offensive records books alongside Craig Biggio and Jeff Bagwell, slugger Lance Berkman's goal is pretty simple: win a World Series ring. Comment?
Cabrera finishes fourth in Al MVP race
While he didn't win the ultimate MVP prize, Miguel Cabrera's 2009 season did not go unnoticed by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Comment?
Inbox: Who should be the closer?
If you were Braves general manager Frank Wren, which free-agent closer would you sign, Mike Gonzalez or Rafael Soriano? If you couldn't sign either, who would be tops on your radar this offseason? -- Mike B. Napa, Calif. Comment?
Monday: 29 Phillies become minor free agents
Each game is captured in analytical detail by Philadelphia Magazinea s 2008 a oeBest Sportswritera Jason Weitzel, along with photos, behind-the-scenes access and exclusive interviews by Michael McNesby, making this 370-page compendium a must-own for all fans. Comment?
Inbox: Should Fuld be center fielder?
Sam Fuld, Cubs prospects, Rudy Jaramillo's influence and second base are among the topics in this week's Inbox. Comment?
Joe Mauer Wins Al MVP; Was There Any Doubt?
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Two nights before the 2008 All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium, I had the opportunity to hang out with Joe Mauer, Justin Morneau, and Joe Nathan at an pre-All-Star Game party at a bar in New York City. Comment?
Yankees Derek Jeter and Mark Teixiera finished second and third, respectively.
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Joe Mauer became only the second catcher in 33 years to win the American League Most Valuable Player Award, finishing first in a near-unanimous vote Monday. Comment?
White Sox agree to 1-year deal with IF Vizquel
White Sox set to sign Vizquel to one-year deal. The White Sox agreed to terms with veteran shortstop Omar Vizquel on a one-year, $1.375 million deal Monday. Comment?
Phoenix Indie Bowl 2009 in Photos
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Sadly this purple bowling shirt did not say "Jesus" on the left breast. a First the bad news: New Times is not your 2009 Indie Bowl champions. Comment?
Mauer awarded American League MVP
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If Joe Mauer ever trended toward any illicit behavior, he's likely never had a problem getting out of a parking ticket or two. Comment?
Fellow Vallejo celebs praise Sabathia
Though CC Sabathia may be the most high-profile Vallejoan -- at least one who returns often to Vallejo -- he's not without successful peers. Comment?
First, a weekly reminder to join in on voting for the OTM Top Prospects list here . Comment?