Post by CSCommish on Apr 18, 2019 7:19:02 GMT -5
It's the most, wonderful, time... of the year!
File and pages are up. Next sim is SATURDAY morning, a 7-day sim to get us to 4/25/1986; get your exports in by 6:00 AM Eastern.
David, go ahead and tally up all off-season points!
Top Prospect Callups deadline now at trade deadline.
MAX 38 GS. Next season it drops down to 37 GS.
Breaking News
Monday 4/18/1986: Player of the Week honors go to Thomas and Brunansky
The American League's best player of the week was Cleveland's Gorman Thomas, who wins the award for the 12th time in his career. Gorman went 12 for 22 (.545), while hitting 3 HR and collecting 6 RBI. While compiling an on base percentage of .375, Gorman hit .309 and slugged .564. He has collected 10 runs batted in this year. Tom Brunansky from San Diego wins his 1st Player of the Week award for putting up the best numbers this week in the National League. In 25 at bats he hit .360 with 5 HR and 12 RBI. Tom is hitting .275 this year, with 14 hits in 51 at bats. He has driven in 16 runs, slugging .647. He's 2nd in the National League in RBIs and 2nd in homeruns!
Saturday 4/16/1986: New York (A)'s O'Neill out for full season
NEW YORK (A) - New York (A)'s rightfielder Paul O'Neill suffered a season ending injury when he hurt himself diving for a ball. He collapsed in pain and was helped off the field. Doctors examined him after the game and diagnosed a Ruptured Disc Back which will require surgery. While compiling an on base percentage of .380, Paul hit .367 and slugged .694. He has collected 11 runs batted in this year.
Tuesday 4/12/1986: Los Angeles (N)'s Thomas out for 5 weeks
LOS ANGELES (N) - Los Angeles (N) is without its right-hander Roy J. Thomas for at least 5 weeks. He injured himself while throwing a pitch to Alan Trammell in a game against Philadelphia. His face showed signs of pain immediately after the ball left his hand. After being taken to a local hospital, Thomas was examined by specialists. The diagnosis revealed the sad truth, a Ruptured Bicep Tendon.
Tuesday 4/12/1986: Oil Can Boyd (CLE) will miss 7 weeks
CLEVELAND - Cleveland is without its right-hander Oil Can Boyd for at least 7 weeks. He injured himself while throwing a pitch to Chris Arnold in a game against Toronto. His face showed signs of pain immediately after the ball left his hand. After being examined by several specialists the diagnosis is clear: Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle.
Monday 4/11/1986: Willie Montanez ropes 2000th career hit
DETROIT - Minnesota's designated hitter Willie Montanez was in good mood after the game against Detroit, and he had every reason as he made some history while collecting his 2000th career hit. With one out in the 8th inning, Willie drilled a single, causing a standing ovation from the crowd. His best year so far was 1978 where he hit .275 with 19 homeruns and 75 RBI. 'Baseball is a great game, and adding something to it's history is smething I've always wanted. What a great day!'
Monday 4/11/1986: Mike Rogodzinski ropes 2000th career hit
TORONTO - New York (A)'s designated hitter Mike Rogodzinski already had some highlights in his career, and today he added another one, getting his 2000th career hit. In 12 years of big league action so far, Mike has compiled a batting average of .292, along with 294 homeruns and 1202 RBI. 'I still remember my first hit. But the one today is something special. I'll definitely keep that ball!' With one out in the 8th inning, Mike drilled a single, causing a standing ovation from the crowd.
Monday 4/11/1986: Boggs (BOS) and Moseby (HOU) win P.O.W. award
The American League Player of the Week award goes to Wade Boggs, Boston's starting shortstop. In 32 at bats he hit .500 with 2 HR and 11 RBI. It's the 2nd time that the National League Player of the Week award goes to Houston's centerfielder Lloyd Moseby. Lloyd was on fire, hitting .433 with 4 HR and 10 RBI.
Sunday 4/10/1986: Pittsburgh's Ruhle severely injured
PITTSBURGH - When it rains, it pours. Pittsburgh's right-hander Vern Ruhle will not pitch for at least 6 weeks, handing the team a huge setback. He suffered a serious injury in a game against Chicago (N) where he left the field in the 1st inning. After x-rays were taken the diagnosis did not surprise many: Ruptured Tricep Tendon. Surgery will be performed next week.
Sunday 4/10/1986: Jim Dwyer has 2000th career hits
ATLANTA - Montreal's players had every reason to congratulate Jim Dwyer, who reached a milestone today, collecting his 2000th career hit! He hit a two run homerun in the 7th off John Montefusco for number 2000. Along with his 2000 hits, Jim collected 306 homeruns and 1104 RBI in 12 seasons. 'This day is special, I'll probably remember it my whole life. Thank god I'm blessed with the talent to play this game.'
Friday 4/8/1986: Toronto's Reid Nichols has great day with five hits
TORONTO - 'Wow, five hits in one game is something special, isn't it?' said Toronto's centerfielder Reid Nichols after the 9-6 win over Baltimore. In the 2nd inning he unloaded a two-run triple off Charles Hudson. A double off Charles Hudson in the 4th inning accounted for his 3rd hit. In the 8th inning he unloaded a triple off Bob Ojeda. He collected singles in the 1st inning and in the 5th inning . Reid scored 2 runs, and he collected 2 RBI as well! This season has been a good one for him so far, as he has 9 hits in 25 at bats, resulting in a .360 batting average.
Wednesday 4/6/1986: Huge blow for Kansas City's Apodaca, career over
KANSAS CITY - It was one of baseball saddest days. Kansas City's right-hander Bob Apodaca fell victim to a career ending injury in a game against Detroit on Wednesday. He complained about pain after throwing a pitch to Andre Dawson, then suddenly collapsed. After being examined by several specialists the diagnosis is clear: Ruptured Disc Back. His career featured a record of 46-40 with an ERA of 3.60. Baseball will certainly miss this great player.
Monday 4/4/1986: Don Robinson quiets New York (N) bats with shutout
NEW YORK (N) - Don Robinson had his best stuff going, and New York (N) hitters were chanceless. Atlanta's right-hander fired a 2-hitter, his 1st shutout of the season. Robinson (1-0) fanned 8 and walked none, throwing 100 pitches. 'I was able to keep´em off balance. That certainly helped.' Mark Brouhard provided Atlanta with the offense Robinson needed as he finished 3 for 4, blasting a homerun, scoring twice with 3 RBI. Atlanta improved its record to 2-0, scoring 8 runs on 9 hits.
Monday 4/4/1986: California's Danny Goodwin has great day, hits three longballs
CALIFORNIA - Hitting a homerun is fine, but hitting three of them in one game is something special. California's third baseman Danny Goodwin accomplished that feat in a 17-5 win over Texas. A 383 foot drive to right field marked his 1st bomb, a three-run homerun off Ed Halicki in the 1st inning. In the 4th inning he unloaded a solo homerun off Luis DeLeon. His 3rd shot, a two-run homerun off Lary Sorensen in the 7th inning, cleared the fence in right field. Overall he collected 3 hits in 5 trips to the plate, with three runs scored and collecting 6 RBI.
Monday 4/4/1986: George Foster stars with 2000th career hit
CALIFORNIA - California's players had every reason to congratulate George Foster, who reached a milestone today, collecting his 2000th career hit! He hit a single in the 2nd off Luis DeLeon for number 2000. In 14 years of big league action so far, George has compiled a batting average of .250, along with 512 homeruns and 1476 RBI. 'I still remember my first hit. But the one today is something special. I'll definitely keep that ball!'
Sunday 4/3/1986: Jon Matlack out for 7-8 weeks
ATLANTA - When it rains, it pours. Atlanta's ace Jon Matlack will not pitch for at least 7-8 weeks, handing the team a huge setback. He suffered a serious injury in a game against New York (N) where he left the field in the 7th inning. Atlanta wasted no time and rushed him to an hospital. Team officials were informed later that Matlack had suffered a Strained Elbow Ligament.
Sunday 4/3/1986: Walt Terrell pitches 1-hit shutout against California
CALIFORNIA - Walt Terrell had his best stuff going, and California hitters had nothing to cheer about. Texas' right-hander pitched a 1-hitter, his 1st shutout of the season. Danny Goodwin spoiled the bid for a no-hitter when he doubled with two outs in the 8th inning. 'They took some ugly cuts at my breaking stuff, so I kept throwing it. Fortunately they were not able to adjust in time.' Terrell (1-0) fanned 6 and walked none, throwing 92 pitches. The hitting star for Texas was first baseman Kent Hrbek, he got 3 hits in 4 AB. Texas improved its record to 1-0, scoring 2 runs on 10 hits.
General News
Sunday 4/3/1986 :
TEX: Walt Terrell pitches a 1-hit shutout against California!!
Monday 4/4/1986 :
CAL: Danny Goodwin hits 3 homers against Texas.
ATL: Don Robinson pitches a 2-hit shutout against New York (N)!!
Friday 4/8/1986 :
SFG: Don Hood sets a new single game San Francisco-Record for Strikeouts with 14!
Saturday 4/9/1986 :
SEA: Frank Tanana pitches a 3-hit shutout against California!!
Monday 4/11/1986 :
American League-Player of the Week:
SS Wade Boggs (BOS)!
He batted .500 in 32 AB, with 2 HR and 11 RBI.
National League-Player of the Week:
CF Lloyd Moseby (HOU)!
He batted .433 in 30 AB, with 4 HR and 10 RBI.
Bob Horner hits a 485-foot homerun!!
Tuesday 4/12/1986 :
MON: Bob Walk pitches a 3-hit shutout against Chicago (N)!!
Wednesday 4/13/1986 :
SFG: Don Hood pitches a 3-hit shutout against Cincinnati!!
Monday 4/18/1986 :
American League-Player of the Week:
DH Gorman Thomas (CLE)!
He batted .545 in 22 AB, with 3 HR and 6 RBI.
National League-Player of the Week:
1B Tom Brunansky (SDG)!
He batted .360 in 25 AB, with 5 HR and 12 RBI.
Transactions
Sunday 4/3/1986 :
Los Angeles (N): Released P Ed Olwine.
Los Angeles (N): Released C Nick Hernandez.
Los Angeles (N): Released RF Larry Ray.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Brad Havens.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Kevin Blankenship.
Los Angeles (N): Released P John Trautwein.
Los Angeles (N): Released 3B Steve Springer.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Tom Klawitter.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Glenn Sherlock.
Los Angeles (N): Released C Mitch Lyden.
Los Angeles (N): Released 1B Pat Dodson.
Los Angeles (N): Released 1B Larry See.
Los Angeles (N): Released 2B Tom Lawless.
Los Angeles (N): Released 3B Chris Pittaro.
Los Angeles (N): Released LF Nick Capra.
Los Angeles (N): Released RF Pat Rooney.
Minnesota: Released P Jim L. Wright.
Minnesota: Released P Frank Pastore.
Minnesota: Released P Jeff Stember.
Minnesota: Released P Dave Bialas.
Minnesota: Released C Marv Foley.
Minnesota: Released 1B Charlie Beamon Jr..
Minnesota: Released 2B Mike L. Edwards.
Minnesota: Released SS Bobby Bonner.
Minnesota: Released CF Willie Norwood.
Minnesota: Released RF Randy Bush.
Minnesota: Released P Chris Codiroli.
Minnesota: Released P Dave LaPoint.
Minnesota: Released P Scott Brown.
Minnesota: Released P Ray Krawczyk.
Minnesota: Released P DeWayne Vaughn.
Minnesota: Released C Dave F. Schmidt.
Minnesota: Released 1B Rich Murray.
Minnesota: Released 2B Rich Puig.
Minnesota: Released LF Keith L. Smith.
Minnesota: Released P Miguel Garcia.
Minnesota: Released P Chuck Hernandez.
Minnesota: Released P Darrell Jackson.
Minnesota: Released P Craig Minetto.
Minnesota: Released P Rafael Montalvo.
Minnesota: Released C Roger LaFrancois.
Minnesota: Released 1B Larry Arndt.
Minnesota: Released LF Kevin Buckley.
Minnesota: Released C Greg Keatley.
New York (N): Released P Don Collins.
New York (N): Released P Tim Barrett.
New York (N): Released P Jim Bruske.
New York (N): Released P Chris Bushing.
Milwaukee: Released P Jimmy Rogers.
Trade between Pittsburgh and St. Louis :
St. Louis gets :
P Bret Saberhagen
P Scott Bankhead
1B Kevin Maas
C Jorge Brito
Pittsburgh gets :
P Dennis Lewallyn
Toronto: Released 1B Scott Ullger.
Toronto: Released LF Leo Sutherland.
Toronto: Released LF Karl Pagel.
Toronto: Released P Andy Replogle.
Toronto: Released P Mark Silva.
Toronto: Released P Mike A. Smith.
Chicago (A): Released P Steve Cummings.
Chicago (A): Released RF Bob Porter.
Chicago (A): Released P Eric Bell.
Chicago (A): Released P Bruce Berenyi.
Chicago (A): Released SS Flavio Alfaro.
Chicago (A): Released CF Gary Ward.
Chicago (A): Released 1B Koji Yamamoto.
Chicago (A): Released 1B Razor Shines.
Chicago (A): Released RF Mike A. Brumley.
Minnesota : Free agent Tim Barrett has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Minnesota : Free agent Jim Bruske has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Minnesota : Free agent Larry See has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Minnesota : Free agent Kevin Romine has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Injuries
unday 4/3/1986 :
MIN: Willie Randolph was injured while throwing a ball.
Diagnosis: Blister On Finger.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 6 days.
ATL: Jon Matlack was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Elbow Ligament.
He is out for about 7-8 weeks.
CHN: Mark Langston was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Back.
He is out for about one week.
MIN: Don Baylor is sick.
Diagnosis: Sore Throat.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 3 days.
Monday 4/4/1986 :
TEX: Ed Halicki was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Back Muscle.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
TEX: Wally Backman was injured while throwing a ball.
Diagnosis: Stiff Shoulder.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 6 days.
Wednesday 4/6/1986 :
KCR: Bob Apodaca was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Disc Back.
This is a career ending injury for him!
Thursday 4/7/1986 :
BOS: Gary Gray was injured while running the bases.
Diagnosis: Pulled Groin Muscle.
He will be OK in about one week.
Friday 4/8/1986 :
CHN: Mike Kingery was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Sore Back.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Saturday 4/9/1986 :
BAL: Stew Cliburn was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Tight Shoulder.
He is out for about one week.
SFG: Cecilio Guante was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Tight Elbow.
He is out for about 1-2 weeks.
Sunday 4/10/1986 :
NYA: Bill Gullickson was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Sore Back.
He is out for about one week.
SEA: Hosken Powell was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Bruised Ribs.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
DET: Bill Campbell was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Blister On Finger.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 4 days.
PIT: Vern Ruhle was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Tricep Tendon.
He will be OK in about 6 weeks.
Monday 4/11/1986 :
PIT: Dan Petry was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Stiff Shoulder.
He will be OK in about one week.
Tuesday 4/12/1986 :
CLE: Oil Can Boyd was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle.
He is out for about 7 weeks.
LAN: Roy J. Thomas was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Bicep Tendon.
He is out for about 5 weeks.
Wednesday 4/13/1986 :
STL: Andy Van Slyke was injured being hit by a pitch.
Diagnosis: Concussion.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Thursday 4/14/1986 :
NYA: David Clyde was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Back Muscle.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Friday 4/15/1986 :
ATL: Mark Brouhard was injured while throwing a ball.
Diagnosis: Hyper Extended Elbow.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 1-2 weeks.
NYM: George Hendrick was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Dislocated Finger.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Saturday 4/16/1986 :
NYA: Paul O'Neill was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Disc Back.
He is definitely out for the season!
File and pages are up. Next sim is SATURDAY morning, a 7-day sim to get us to 4/25/1986; get your exports in by 6:00 AM Eastern.
David, go ahead and tally up all off-season points!
Top Prospect Callups deadline now at trade deadline.
MAX 38 GS. Next season it drops down to 37 GS.
Breaking News
Monday 4/18/1986: Player of the Week honors go to Thomas and Brunansky
The American League's best player of the week was Cleveland's Gorman Thomas, who wins the award for the 12th time in his career. Gorman went 12 for 22 (.545), while hitting 3 HR and collecting 6 RBI. While compiling an on base percentage of .375, Gorman hit .309 and slugged .564. He has collected 10 runs batted in this year. Tom Brunansky from San Diego wins his 1st Player of the Week award for putting up the best numbers this week in the National League. In 25 at bats he hit .360 with 5 HR and 12 RBI. Tom is hitting .275 this year, with 14 hits in 51 at bats. He has driven in 16 runs, slugging .647. He's 2nd in the National League in RBIs and 2nd in homeruns!
Saturday 4/16/1986: New York (A)'s O'Neill out for full season
NEW YORK (A) - New York (A)'s rightfielder Paul O'Neill suffered a season ending injury when he hurt himself diving for a ball. He collapsed in pain and was helped off the field. Doctors examined him after the game and diagnosed a Ruptured Disc Back which will require surgery. While compiling an on base percentage of .380, Paul hit .367 and slugged .694. He has collected 11 runs batted in this year.
Tuesday 4/12/1986: Los Angeles (N)'s Thomas out for 5 weeks
LOS ANGELES (N) - Los Angeles (N) is without its right-hander Roy J. Thomas for at least 5 weeks. He injured himself while throwing a pitch to Alan Trammell in a game against Philadelphia. His face showed signs of pain immediately after the ball left his hand. After being taken to a local hospital, Thomas was examined by specialists. The diagnosis revealed the sad truth, a Ruptured Bicep Tendon.
Tuesday 4/12/1986: Oil Can Boyd (CLE) will miss 7 weeks
CLEVELAND - Cleveland is without its right-hander Oil Can Boyd for at least 7 weeks. He injured himself while throwing a pitch to Chris Arnold in a game against Toronto. His face showed signs of pain immediately after the ball left his hand. After being examined by several specialists the diagnosis is clear: Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle.
Monday 4/11/1986: Willie Montanez ropes 2000th career hit
DETROIT - Minnesota's designated hitter Willie Montanez was in good mood after the game against Detroit, and he had every reason as he made some history while collecting his 2000th career hit. With one out in the 8th inning, Willie drilled a single, causing a standing ovation from the crowd. His best year so far was 1978 where he hit .275 with 19 homeruns and 75 RBI. 'Baseball is a great game, and adding something to it's history is smething I've always wanted. What a great day!'
Monday 4/11/1986: Mike Rogodzinski ropes 2000th career hit
TORONTO - New York (A)'s designated hitter Mike Rogodzinski already had some highlights in his career, and today he added another one, getting his 2000th career hit. In 12 years of big league action so far, Mike has compiled a batting average of .292, along with 294 homeruns and 1202 RBI. 'I still remember my first hit. But the one today is something special. I'll definitely keep that ball!' With one out in the 8th inning, Mike drilled a single, causing a standing ovation from the crowd.
Monday 4/11/1986: Boggs (BOS) and Moseby (HOU) win P.O.W. award
The American League Player of the Week award goes to Wade Boggs, Boston's starting shortstop. In 32 at bats he hit .500 with 2 HR and 11 RBI. It's the 2nd time that the National League Player of the Week award goes to Houston's centerfielder Lloyd Moseby. Lloyd was on fire, hitting .433 with 4 HR and 10 RBI.
Sunday 4/10/1986: Pittsburgh's Ruhle severely injured
PITTSBURGH - When it rains, it pours. Pittsburgh's right-hander Vern Ruhle will not pitch for at least 6 weeks, handing the team a huge setback. He suffered a serious injury in a game against Chicago (N) where he left the field in the 1st inning. After x-rays were taken the diagnosis did not surprise many: Ruptured Tricep Tendon. Surgery will be performed next week.
Sunday 4/10/1986: Jim Dwyer has 2000th career hits
ATLANTA - Montreal's players had every reason to congratulate Jim Dwyer, who reached a milestone today, collecting his 2000th career hit! He hit a two run homerun in the 7th off John Montefusco for number 2000. Along with his 2000 hits, Jim collected 306 homeruns and 1104 RBI in 12 seasons. 'This day is special, I'll probably remember it my whole life. Thank god I'm blessed with the talent to play this game.'
Friday 4/8/1986: Toronto's Reid Nichols has great day with five hits
TORONTO - 'Wow, five hits in one game is something special, isn't it?' said Toronto's centerfielder Reid Nichols after the 9-6 win over Baltimore. In the 2nd inning he unloaded a two-run triple off Charles Hudson. A double off Charles Hudson in the 4th inning accounted for his 3rd hit. In the 8th inning he unloaded a triple off Bob Ojeda. He collected singles in the 1st inning and in the 5th inning . Reid scored 2 runs, and he collected 2 RBI as well! This season has been a good one for him so far, as he has 9 hits in 25 at bats, resulting in a .360 batting average.
Wednesday 4/6/1986: Huge blow for Kansas City's Apodaca, career over
KANSAS CITY - It was one of baseball saddest days. Kansas City's right-hander Bob Apodaca fell victim to a career ending injury in a game against Detroit on Wednesday. He complained about pain after throwing a pitch to Andre Dawson, then suddenly collapsed. After being examined by several specialists the diagnosis is clear: Ruptured Disc Back. His career featured a record of 46-40 with an ERA of 3.60. Baseball will certainly miss this great player.
Monday 4/4/1986: Don Robinson quiets New York (N) bats with shutout
NEW YORK (N) - Don Robinson had his best stuff going, and New York (N) hitters were chanceless. Atlanta's right-hander fired a 2-hitter, his 1st shutout of the season. Robinson (1-0) fanned 8 and walked none, throwing 100 pitches. 'I was able to keep´em off balance. That certainly helped.' Mark Brouhard provided Atlanta with the offense Robinson needed as he finished 3 for 4, blasting a homerun, scoring twice with 3 RBI. Atlanta improved its record to 2-0, scoring 8 runs on 9 hits.
Monday 4/4/1986: California's Danny Goodwin has great day, hits three longballs
CALIFORNIA - Hitting a homerun is fine, but hitting three of them in one game is something special. California's third baseman Danny Goodwin accomplished that feat in a 17-5 win over Texas. A 383 foot drive to right field marked his 1st bomb, a three-run homerun off Ed Halicki in the 1st inning. In the 4th inning he unloaded a solo homerun off Luis DeLeon. His 3rd shot, a two-run homerun off Lary Sorensen in the 7th inning, cleared the fence in right field. Overall he collected 3 hits in 5 trips to the plate, with three runs scored and collecting 6 RBI.
Monday 4/4/1986: George Foster stars with 2000th career hit
CALIFORNIA - California's players had every reason to congratulate George Foster, who reached a milestone today, collecting his 2000th career hit! He hit a single in the 2nd off Luis DeLeon for number 2000. In 14 years of big league action so far, George has compiled a batting average of .250, along with 512 homeruns and 1476 RBI. 'I still remember my first hit. But the one today is something special. I'll definitely keep that ball!'
Sunday 4/3/1986: Jon Matlack out for 7-8 weeks
ATLANTA - When it rains, it pours. Atlanta's ace Jon Matlack will not pitch for at least 7-8 weeks, handing the team a huge setback. He suffered a serious injury in a game against New York (N) where he left the field in the 7th inning. Atlanta wasted no time and rushed him to an hospital. Team officials were informed later that Matlack had suffered a Strained Elbow Ligament.
Sunday 4/3/1986: Walt Terrell pitches 1-hit shutout against California
CALIFORNIA - Walt Terrell had his best stuff going, and California hitters had nothing to cheer about. Texas' right-hander pitched a 1-hitter, his 1st shutout of the season. Danny Goodwin spoiled the bid for a no-hitter when he doubled with two outs in the 8th inning. 'They took some ugly cuts at my breaking stuff, so I kept throwing it. Fortunately they were not able to adjust in time.' Terrell (1-0) fanned 6 and walked none, throwing 92 pitches. The hitting star for Texas was first baseman Kent Hrbek, he got 3 hits in 4 AB. Texas improved its record to 1-0, scoring 2 runs on 10 hits.
General News
Sunday 4/3/1986 :
TEX: Walt Terrell pitches a 1-hit shutout against California!!
Monday 4/4/1986 :
CAL: Danny Goodwin hits 3 homers against Texas.
ATL: Don Robinson pitches a 2-hit shutout against New York (N)!!
Friday 4/8/1986 :
SFG: Don Hood sets a new single game San Francisco-Record for Strikeouts with 14!
Saturday 4/9/1986 :
SEA: Frank Tanana pitches a 3-hit shutout against California!!
Monday 4/11/1986 :
American League-Player of the Week:
SS Wade Boggs (BOS)!
He batted .500 in 32 AB, with 2 HR and 11 RBI.
National League-Player of the Week:
CF Lloyd Moseby (HOU)!
He batted .433 in 30 AB, with 4 HR and 10 RBI.
Bob Horner hits a 485-foot homerun!!
Tuesday 4/12/1986 :
MON: Bob Walk pitches a 3-hit shutout against Chicago (N)!!
Wednesday 4/13/1986 :
SFG: Don Hood pitches a 3-hit shutout against Cincinnati!!
Monday 4/18/1986 :
American League-Player of the Week:
DH Gorman Thomas (CLE)!
He batted .545 in 22 AB, with 3 HR and 6 RBI.
National League-Player of the Week:
1B Tom Brunansky (SDG)!
He batted .360 in 25 AB, with 5 HR and 12 RBI.
Transactions
Sunday 4/3/1986 :
Los Angeles (N): Released P Ed Olwine.
Los Angeles (N): Released C Nick Hernandez.
Los Angeles (N): Released RF Larry Ray.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Brad Havens.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Kevin Blankenship.
Los Angeles (N): Released P John Trautwein.
Los Angeles (N): Released 3B Steve Springer.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Tom Klawitter.
Los Angeles (N): Released P Glenn Sherlock.
Los Angeles (N): Released C Mitch Lyden.
Los Angeles (N): Released 1B Pat Dodson.
Los Angeles (N): Released 1B Larry See.
Los Angeles (N): Released 2B Tom Lawless.
Los Angeles (N): Released 3B Chris Pittaro.
Los Angeles (N): Released LF Nick Capra.
Los Angeles (N): Released RF Pat Rooney.
Minnesota: Released P Jim L. Wright.
Minnesota: Released P Frank Pastore.
Minnesota: Released P Jeff Stember.
Minnesota: Released P Dave Bialas.
Minnesota: Released C Marv Foley.
Minnesota: Released 1B Charlie Beamon Jr..
Minnesota: Released 2B Mike L. Edwards.
Minnesota: Released SS Bobby Bonner.
Minnesota: Released CF Willie Norwood.
Minnesota: Released RF Randy Bush.
Minnesota: Released P Chris Codiroli.
Minnesota: Released P Dave LaPoint.
Minnesota: Released P Scott Brown.
Minnesota: Released P Ray Krawczyk.
Minnesota: Released P DeWayne Vaughn.
Minnesota: Released C Dave F. Schmidt.
Minnesota: Released 1B Rich Murray.
Minnesota: Released 2B Rich Puig.
Minnesota: Released LF Keith L. Smith.
Minnesota: Released P Miguel Garcia.
Minnesota: Released P Chuck Hernandez.
Minnesota: Released P Darrell Jackson.
Minnesota: Released P Craig Minetto.
Minnesota: Released P Rafael Montalvo.
Minnesota: Released C Roger LaFrancois.
Minnesota: Released 1B Larry Arndt.
Minnesota: Released LF Kevin Buckley.
Minnesota: Released C Greg Keatley.
New York (N): Released P Don Collins.
New York (N): Released P Tim Barrett.
New York (N): Released P Jim Bruske.
New York (N): Released P Chris Bushing.
Milwaukee: Released P Jimmy Rogers.
Trade between Pittsburgh and St. Louis :
St. Louis gets :
P Bret Saberhagen
P Scott Bankhead
1B Kevin Maas
C Jorge Brito
Pittsburgh gets :
P Dennis Lewallyn
Toronto: Released 1B Scott Ullger.
Toronto: Released LF Leo Sutherland.
Toronto: Released LF Karl Pagel.
Toronto: Released P Andy Replogle.
Toronto: Released P Mark Silva.
Toronto: Released P Mike A. Smith.
Chicago (A): Released P Steve Cummings.
Chicago (A): Released RF Bob Porter.
Chicago (A): Released P Eric Bell.
Chicago (A): Released P Bruce Berenyi.
Chicago (A): Released SS Flavio Alfaro.
Chicago (A): Released CF Gary Ward.
Chicago (A): Released 1B Koji Yamamoto.
Chicago (A): Released 1B Razor Shines.
Chicago (A): Released RF Mike A. Brumley.
Minnesota : Free agent Tim Barrett has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Minnesota : Free agent Jim Bruske has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Minnesota : Free agent Larry See has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Minnesota : Free agent Kevin Romine has been signed to a contract of $0 per year, for 0 years.
Injuries
unday 4/3/1986 :
MIN: Willie Randolph was injured while throwing a ball.
Diagnosis: Blister On Finger.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 6 days.
ATL: Jon Matlack was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Elbow Ligament.
He is out for about 7-8 weeks.
CHN: Mark Langston was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Back.
He is out for about one week.
MIN: Don Baylor is sick.
Diagnosis: Sore Throat.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 3 days.
Monday 4/4/1986 :
TEX: Ed Halicki was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Back Muscle.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
TEX: Wally Backman was injured while throwing a ball.
Diagnosis: Stiff Shoulder.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 6 days.
Wednesday 4/6/1986 :
KCR: Bob Apodaca was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Disc Back.
This is a career ending injury for him!
Thursday 4/7/1986 :
BOS: Gary Gray was injured while running the bases.
Diagnosis: Pulled Groin Muscle.
He will be OK in about one week.
Friday 4/8/1986 :
CHN: Mike Kingery was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Sore Back.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Saturday 4/9/1986 :
BAL: Stew Cliburn was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Tight Shoulder.
He is out for about one week.
SFG: Cecilio Guante was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Tight Elbow.
He is out for about 1-2 weeks.
Sunday 4/10/1986 :
NYA: Bill Gullickson was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Sore Back.
He is out for about one week.
SEA: Hosken Powell was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Bruised Ribs.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
DET: Bill Campbell was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Blister On Finger.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 4 days.
PIT: Vern Ruhle was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Tricep Tendon.
He will be OK in about 6 weeks.
Monday 4/11/1986 :
PIT: Dan Petry was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Stiff Shoulder.
He will be OK in about one week.
Tuesday 4/12/1986 :
CLE: Oil Can Boyd was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle.
He is out for about 7 weeks.
LAN: Roy J. Thomas was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Bicep Tendon.
He is out for about 5 weeks.
Wednesday 4/13/1986 :
STL: Andy Van Slyke was injured being hit by a pitch.
Diagnosis: Concussion.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Thursday 4/14/1986 :
NYA: David Clyde was injured while pitching.
Diagnosis: Strained Back Muscle.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Friday 4/15/1986 :
ATL: Mark Brouhard was injured while throwing a ball.
Diagnosis: Hyper Extended Elbow.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take 1-2 weeks.
NYM: George Hendrick was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Dislocated Finger.
He is day-to-day, but full recovery will take one week.
Saturday 4/16/1986 :
NYA: Paul O'Neill was injured while making a catch.
Diagnosis: Ruptured Disc Back.
He is definitely out for the season!
I saw the Angels manager name being Sara, but I got it now 