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Adam Pettyjohn’s return to the big leagues

By john • Sep 24th, 2008 • Category: adam pettyjohn, cincinnati reds, major leagues

Adam Pettyjohn has returned to the big leagues. Make no mistake this is not a mirage or 2001 when he appeared in 16 games, inclduing 9 starts on his way to posting a 1-6 record and a 5.82 ERA.
It’s 2008 and the 31-year old Pettyjohn has traveled the minor league circuit as much as anyone. [...]


Ken Griffey to the White Sox? not again…

By john • Jul 31st, 2008 • Category: chicago white sox, cincinnati reds, ken griffey jr, paul konerko

It may seem like every year that there is a rumor of Ken Griffey Jr going to the White Sox.
That’s because there is. Ken Rosenthal is reporting that Griffey is deciding whether or not to accept a trade to the south side Chicago team.
Griffey has the right to block any trade but with free agency [...]