30 MLB Team And Specialty Correspondents
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AL EAST
Baltimore
Orioles Correspondent
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BOSTON
Red Sox Correspondent: Ryan Dana
Ryan is junior studying physical education with a concentration in coaching at Bridgewater State University. He has been playing baseball since he was 7 and coaching since he was 14. Ryan wants to be a college baseball coach once he graduates. Ryan is, and always will be, a diehard Boston Red Sox fan. Secondary to baseball, he is a big health and fitness enthusiast. You can find Ryan on Twitter . Follow @ryandana1.
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/kdana2012/
Opening Series Win: Red Sox vs. Yankees – A Sign Of Things To Come For Boston?
NEW YORK
Yankees/Correspondent: Nicholas Rossoletti
Having grown up during the last two decades, Nicholas counts Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera as his favorite ball players of all time. He believes in sabermetrics and that new stats have already changed the way the baseball industry sees players. He was for Trout over Cabrera, he thinks RBIs tell you a lot more about a team than a player and that defense and pitching, ultimately, win championships.
Rational thought and introspective analysis over the narrative is how we come to understand the game we love. The narrative is just a way to keep those who don’t really love the game watching. Feel free to follow Nicholas on twitter and talk the game of baseball Follow @NRoss56
Article Links:
Opening Week Jitters For The Yankees
The Yankees Prospects Going Into 2013
TAMPA BAY
Rays Correspondent: Jake Bullington
Jake Bullington was born and raised in Miami, Florida. Moved to Tampa, FL in 2010 to coach a local baseball team the Tampa Twins. Covered the team writing player profiles, Game reports, and running the Twins website as the Twins Insider. Started the Blog ” not just Cardboard” writing about topics that included Baseball cards as well as baseball in general.
A baseball trainer for Diamond II Pro baseball trainers that works closely with former and current minor and major league players. Has been doing free-lance scouting for teams since 2008. Jake is an avid Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins Fan. Follow and Interact with Jake on Twitter Follow @JakeyJake01
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/viper091887/
TORONTO
Blue Jays Correspondent: Jordan Hennessey
Jordan likes baseball, Blue Jays and Dr Oetkers Pizza. He thinks that there is no better place to be then at a ball stadium on a summer afternoon. He is also a member on the Jays Care Young Professionals Committee.
He lives in Toronto, but in his mind he is always on Vancouver Island where he’s from. You can follow him on Twitter and talk about baseball, Toronto, Vancouver or Canada in general. r Follow @hennej
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/hennej/
AL CENTRAL
CHICAGO
White Sox Correspondent: Brian Madsen
Brian Madsen was born and raised in Chicago Heights, IL, a south suburb of Chicago. He attended Illinois St. University, majoring in education/teaching. Brian now lives in Joliet, IL with my wife Suzanne two daughters, Abby, 9, and Grace, 3. He has worked at The Little Guys Home Technology for 12 years as a salesman/system designer/custom integrator. Brian is an avid White Sox, Bears, Blackhawks, and Bulls fan. Follow Brian on Twitter and talk about the games of Baseball Follow @brianm731
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/brianm731sox/
CLEVELAND
Indians Correspondent: Larry Myers
Larry Myers was born in Cleveland, Ohio and raised all over Southern California. Was born a Cleveland Indians fan. Larry’s grandfather was a huge fan and knew a lot of the old time players. I get to as many games as possible ( Minors and Majors ). His fave players of ALL-Time are Bob Feller, Herb Score and Jim Thome. Larry loves going over the stats of Indians players and watching every game on TV. Follow Larry on Twitter and talk about the games of Baseball Follow @TribeFanz1969
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/tribetaz69/
DETROIT
Tigers Correspondent: Matthew LaFave
Matthew LaFave was born and raised outside of Detroit, Michigan. Growing up watching all of the Detroit sports with his father he began to enjoy writing about them in high school. At first started out as e-mails between his father turned into a Detroit Lions blog website titled ‘Hear Me Roar’. Matthew would go on to get a job as ‘Detroit Tigers Writer’ at the website http://www.examiner.com.
He has been writing for them for over two seasons and regularly attends games as a credentialed media member. Be sure to follow him on Twitter Follow @MatthewLafave
Article Links:
Jose Valverde Returns To The Detroit Tigers: Rondon Also Called Up For The Bullpen
Avisail Garcia Back To Baseball: Decision Possibly Looming For 4th OF Spot In Motown!
Justin Verlander Makes Good On His 1st Start After Signing His Recent 5 Year Extension
OF Matt Tuiasosopo Is Making A Case To Head North With The Tigers In Spring Training
Rondon’s Struggles Continue For Tigers, Valverde And Wilson Rumors Emerge
An Interview With Tigers Prospect Daniel Fields Jan.26/2013
Detroit Tigers Prepare For Spring Training: Invite 17 Players Jan.17/2013
Mike Morse Might Be A Fit For The Detroit Tigers Jan.11/2013
KANSAS CITY
Royals Correspondent: MLB Reports
Michael was born and resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and graduated from Duquesne University with a Bachelor of Arts in English, Media Communication, and Sociology. After working in management for a communications company, he is now attending the Duquesne University School of Law.
A dedicated Pirates fan, Michael also became a Royals fan due to his family ties in the Kansas City area and frequent trips to the City of Fountains. Although Fred McGriff is his favorite player, Michael grew up following George Brett and Bo Jackson and maintains hopes for his dream World Series matchup of the Pirates – Royals. Follow @quickdraw29
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Aoril.10/2013 – Kansas City Royals Starting Rotation: Built for Stability in 2013
MINNESOTA
Twins Correspondent: MLB Reports
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April.21/2013 - Joe Mauer Off To A Hot Start In 2013
April.03/2013 – How The Weather Plays A Factor At Target Field
AL WEST
HOUSTON
Astros Correspondent: Lee White (Stros Bros)
Lee White is currently a writer at strosbros.wordpress.com. He has been an Astros fan his whole life and has a deep knowledge about the team as a whole. Lee currently goes to college about an hour away from Houston. Lee has attended countless games at Minute Maid Park. Feel Free to follow Lee on Twitter and chat about the game of baseball.
Article Links:
April.10/2013 – Is Jeff Luhnow Preparing To Make Trades?
Mar.31/2013 – Why The Houston Astros Can beat The Texas Rangers On Opening Night
The Astros Miss Out On Reid Brignac Feb.16/2013
Roger Clemens: Close To Returning To Houston Jan.11/2013
Astros Correspondent’ Richard Perez (Stros Bros)
Richard Perez is the senior staff writer at torotimes.com here and owns the Astros websites the StrosBros here. Richard resides in Corpus Christi, TX, Equestria. Richard has followed the team from the Houston Astrodome, all the way to the opening of Enron field – now called Minute Maid Park. Follow Richard on Twitter and talk about the games of Baseball Follow @yokorick
Article Links:
Apr.20/2013 -
The Astros Are Making Player Moves And Are 4 – 5 In The Last 9 Games
Mar.31/2013 – Rick Ankiel Earns A New MLB Life Yet Again
Mar.14/2013 – Astros Opening Day Dilemma At Minute Maid Park
Luhnow Spins His Trade Magic Again For The Astros In: Get Carter Feb.06/2013
LOS ANGELES
Angels Correspondent: Joshua Jones
Joshua Jones claims to be the biggest Angels fan there is. He has been religiously following the team since 2005 and have watched every game since. His girlfriend and him attend about 40 games a year at Angels Stadium – and love every minute at the Park. Josh is currently a senior at California State University, Fullerton working towards his Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing. Josh wishes to thank all of the readers for viewing his posts and likes to talk about the game of baseball. Interact with and Follow Josh on Twitter Follow @joshjones4
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Apr.14/2013 -
Angels Two Week Review: The (Mostly) Bad And The (Somewhat) Good
Mar.18/2013 -Andrew Of The “Baseball Romine’s” – The Next Maicer Izturis?
Mike Trout Had A Wicked 2012 Season: What Does He Do For An Encore In 2013? Feb.11/2013
As The Best All Around 1-4 Lineup In The MLB Jan.19/2013
The Los Angeles Angels Roster in 2013: State Of The Union Jan.05/2013
OAKLAND
Athletics Correspondent: Jonathan Hacohen
Jonathan Hacohen has been following and writing about baseball for almost 20 years. He founded “MLB Reports” in 2010. Jonathan enjoys reporting and discussing all aspects of baseball, including MLB and MiLB. His articles are posted and updated at MLBreports. Jonathan likes to cut to the heart of the stories and to keep fans up-to-date with all the baseball details they can handle… Jonathan lives in Toronto – but his favorite team resides in Detroit.
Jonathan bleeds Tiger Orange and Blue- my 2nd home is Comerica Park! Jonathan’s favorite team to write it about is the Oakland A’s – and especially figure out what Billy Beane is up to next. Feel free to reach Jonathan on Twitter: Follow @jhacohen
Article Links On Oakland:
April.05/2013 – Nate Freiman: Beane Finds Yet Another Hidden Gem… And The A’s Next 1st Baseman
Mar.11/2013 -Yoenis Cespedes: While Cuba Misses Their Star in the 2013 WBC- the A’s Slugger Looks to be an A.L. MVP Candidate
Chris Carter: The Future Star That Will Make Billy Beane Regret His Trade Mistake Feb.11/2013
Billy Beane Found His Catcher in Seattle: John Jaso is Ready to Lead the A’s Back to the Playoffs Jan.20/2013
Bartolo Colon: Ready For One More “BIG” Season in Oakland January.13/2013
SEATTLE
Mariners Correspondent: Sam Evans
Sam Evans is a high school student from the Seattle area. He is a longtime Mariners fan, and has been an off-and-on season ticket holder for the last five years. Sam enjoys interacting with readers and digging beneath the surface to find the truth in baseball. Sam was our 2nd Intern who has graduated to the position of Baseball Writer.
For all of Sam’s archived articles- click here. You can follow Sam on Twitter: Sam Also writes for the Marlins website Fish Stripes. “No game in the world is as tidy and dramatically neat as baseball, with cause and effect, crime and punishment, motive and result, so cleanly defined.” -Paul Gallic You can follow Sam on Twitter: Follow @RJA206
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April.21/2013 -
Brandon Maurer Settles Down After Rough Two Starts
April.07/2013 -Michael Morse Is Off To A Blazing Start In Seattle
TEXAS
Rangers Correspondent: Brooke Robinson
Brooke Robinson is a junior Sport Management major at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. She is a native of Fort Worth, Texas. Spending time at the Texas Rangers spring training facility in Arizona and seeing all of the prospects are what she loves most about baseball. Feel free to follow Brooke on twitter and talk the game of baseball Follow @bka_9
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/bkrobinson/
NL WEST
ATLANTA
Braves Correspondent: MLB Reports
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April.26/2013 – Getting Healthy Could Catch Up To The Braves
MIAMI
Marlins Correspondent: Sam Evans
Sam Evans is a high school student from the Seattle area. He is a longtime Mariners fan, and has been an off-and-on season ticket holder for the last five years. Sam enjoys interacting with readers and digging beneath the surface to find the truth in baseball. Sam was our 2nd Intern who has graduated to the position of Baseball Writer. For all of Sam’s archived articles- click here. You can follow Sam on Twitter:
Sam Also writes for the Marlins website Fish Stripes. “No game in the world is as tidy and dramatically neat as baseball, with cause and effect, crime and punishment, motive and result, so cleanly defined.” -Paul Gallic You can follow Sam on Twitter: Follow @RJA206
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April.15/2013 - Miami Marlins Outfielder Austin Kearns Hospitalized
April.01/2013 -Marlins Make the Wrong Choice in Promoting Jose Fernandez
NEW YORK
Mets Correspondent: Stephon Johnson
Stephon Johnson is a staff writer for the New York Amsterdam News where he’s covered news, politics, education, union issues, sports and art & entertainment since 2007. He has covered the New York Yankees, local College Basketball and the New York City Marathon. His work has earned him awards from the New York Association of Black Journalists and the Ippies (which awards New York’s independent, community and ethnic media).
His work has appeared in various publications and websites like Beyond Race Magazine and Baeble Music.com. A native of The Bronx, he now resides in Astoria, Queens. Feel free to follow Stephon on Twitter and talk the game of baseball. He never disappoints his readers. Follow @stephonjohnson8
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/fanaticalstability/
PHILADELPHIA
Phillies Correspondent: Chris Creighton via http://www.warroomphilly.com
Chris is a Phillies Phan, Baseball fan & player. He thinks that there is no better place for food and is a proponent of the city of Philadelphia. Huge U2 fan. Phillies writer at http://www.warroomphilly.com .
Chris says: “Follow a Web Show covering everything in the Philadelphia Sports Scene. Sit back and enjoy from the hearts of two die-hard Philly guys here ! You can follow Chris Creighton on Twitter Follow @WARROOMPHLCHRIS or the WarRoomPhilly Follow @WARROOMPHILLY
Article Links:
April.20/2013 - Fixing The Phillies Offense: All Good Things To Those Who Wait
Chase Utley Continues Hot Streak And Phils back to .500
WASHINGTON
Nationals Correspondent: MLB Reports
Authors
MLB Links for Articles:
April.24/2013 – As Nats Battle Tough Sked – A New ? Arises: Who Will Be The Future 2B: Rendon Or Espinosa?
April.20/2013 - Dan Haren Has Not Pitched Well For The Nationals!
April.11/2013 – Bryce Harper May Just Be That Strong!
April.02/2013 -Game 1 Recap Of The Nats Big Opening Day Win – A Glimpse Of Things To Come
Mar.26/2013 – Nats Acquire LHP Ian Krol To Complete The Mike Morse Deal
Mar.19/2013 – What Will It Take For Bryce Harper To Be An NL MVP This Year?
Mar.07/2013 – Remember When: An A To Z On How Far The Nats Have Come In Washington
Bryce Harper – The Nats LF Mar.2/2013
Ross Detwiler And 1st Pitch Strikes Feb.28/2013
NL CENTRAL
CHICAGO
Cubs Correspondent: Alex Kantecki
Alex Kantecki is a Cubs fan to a fault. Sadly, his most memorable Cubs’ moment was watching the Cubs infamous 2003 postseason collapse while on a cruise somewhere in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico. But because he’s a loyal fan, he didn’t jump ship.
Alex has a degree in journalism (yay!), covered prep sports at the Northwest Herald and currently writes for faketeams.com, SB Nation’s fantasy sports blog. He lives north of Chicago, but hates ketchup on hot dogs nonetheless. Follow Alex on Twitter Follow @Akantecki
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/akantecki/
CINCINNATI
Reds Correspondent: Matt Steinmann
Matt Steinmann was born and raised in Cincinnati, and has been a Reds fan his entire life, along with the Bengals and the UC Bearcats. His first baseball memory was watching Pete Rose hit #4192 with his Dad and grandparents when he was 5 years old. He didn’t quite understand exactly the significance of it at the time, but it’s always stuck with him, and his love and wanting to learn about the game grew from there.
Matt considers himself lucky that I was able to watch Barry Larkin play his entire Hall of Fame career in Cincinnati, so he goes down as his favorite player. Matt currently works for 700WLW radio, the Cincinnati Reds flagship station, as the producer for the early morning show. Feel free to follow Matt on Twitter and talk the game of baseball Follow @thesteinmann
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/mstein80/
MILWAUKEE
Brewers Correspondent: MLB Reports
Article Links:
April.14/2013 – Rickie Weeks’ Impact On The 2013 Milwaukee Brewers
PITTSBURGH
Pirates Correspondent: Brad Cuprik
Brad Cuprik is longing for a return to the postseason for his beloved Pittsburgh Pirates, but enjoys watching any team and any level of baseball. He grew up idolizing Cal Ripken and played shortstop through the NCAA Division III level. While working on two different baseball book projects, he earned his MBA at Robert Morris University, but wishes he could have majored in baseball history.
Brad’s dream is to cover the Pirates as a beat writer, but is making ends meet as a retail manager for now. If you want to talk about the greatest game, whether present or past, or e-mail him at bcuprik77@hotmail.com. You can also follow and Interact with Brad on Twitter Follow @bradcuprik
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/bradunited11/
ST. LOUIS
Cardinals Correspondent: Landen Crouch
Landen Crouch is a huge fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. He has followed them almost religiously since he was 7-years-old. In recent years, though, Landen has discovered how deep his passion for the game of baseball is. His dream is to visit as many ballparks as he can in his lifetime. Landen does not currently cover sports professionally, but as a hobby.
He is studying Vocal Music Education at Arkansas Tech University and is his final year in the program. He is set to graduate in December of this year. Follow and Interact with Landen on Twitter Follow @LandenCrouch
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/landencrouch/
NL WEST
ARIZONA
DiamondBacks Correspondent: Chris Lacey
Chris Lacey has been a fan of the Arizona Diamondbacks ever since he started watching baseball at the age of 13. Now he does like all sports – but his favorites after baseball are hockey and basketball. Chris is very good with computers and is a college graduate. He is excited for this season to see what Arizona can do – and believes they will win the west.
Chris is very active on Twitter and especially during the baseball season chatting with other Diamondbacks fans. Be sure to follow him and talk about the great game of baseball. Follow @aecanada12
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/aelacey/
COLORADO
Rockies Correspondent: MLB Reports
Article Links:
April.16/2013 - The Rockies Record Is Misleading
LOS ANGELES
Dodgers Correspondent: Enrique Rivera
Enrique was born in Los Angeles and raised in Compton, CA. He has been a Dodger fan since he was introduced to the greatest sport of all time. ‘Eriq’ also has written a couple of baseball stories for here . He has also talked Dodger baseball on a college radio show called LA Sports Weekly.
His second favorite thing in the world is rock and roll and he has his own website called xstaticradio.com as well as hosts/produces his own college radio show called X-Static Radio Live. You can also follow Enrique on Twitter Follow @eriqwiththeq
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/eriqwiththeq/
SAN DIEGO
Padres Correspondent:
SAN FRANCISCO
Giants Correspondent: Jon Schifferle
Jon Schifferle is a college student that grew up in Northern California and he has been a Giants fan for as long as he can remember. Two of his greatest memories were going to Game 1 of the 2010 World Series, and Game 2 of the 2012 World Series. he loves to watch prospects and the draft, and started his own blog called A Giant Perspective here.
John loves to write about all aspects of the game. His dream is to eventually work in baseball in some capacity. Being a West Coast guy, he is able to watch all of the late games out there and have a vast knowledge of the AL and NL West especially. To Jon, Nothing beats his Giants though Feel free to follow Jon on Twitter and talk about the game of baseball Follow @jonschifferle
Article Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/jtschifferle/
MLB Prospects/Baseball Operations Correspondent: Jordan Gluck
Jordan Gluck wants to be a MLB President of baseball operations one day. He has grown up in south Florida all of his life after moving there when he was two months old. Jordan grew up a FLORIDA Marlins fan but lost his devoting allegiance when they moved to Miami. He is a senior in high school and will be going to college next year. I will have a heavy focus on roster evaluations, prospects, and the business of baseball! You can follow Jordan on twitter Follow @JGluck777
Author Links:
http://mlbreports.com/author/jgluck777/
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MLB Schedule Correspondent – Richie Devotie
Richie Devotie grew up in Southwest Ohio and is a Cincinnati Reds fan. He has been involved with baseball since he was 10 years old, and now is 25. Richie loves crunching baseball numbers. Being a Reds fan the last few years has been very good to him as they are amongst the World Series Favorites for the 2013 Year – after winning 2 Divisions in the last 3 years in the NL Central. You can follow Richie on twitter Follow @MrBaseballman
Article Links:
The Chicago Cubs Schedule In 2013: (Wrigley Field Is Still The Best Pure Baseball Experience) Jan.27/2013
Cincinnati Reds Schedule In 2013: The Team Hopes For NL Central Dominance Jan.24/2013
Pittsburgh Pirates Schedule in 2013: The Team Has The Right Ticketing Scheme Jan.16/2013
Baseball Memorabilia Expert – Lee Edelstein
Lee was born and raised in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn, New York. He inherited his love of baseball from his dad. The game has been Lee’s constant companion since he was seven years old – when his dad took him to see his first ball game at Ebbets Field. This was followed by a brief and largely unsuccessful Little League career. While he wasn’t all that good on the ball field he became an ALL-Star at collecting baseball cards. His collection is still alive today after surviving many scares over the years. Lee was also much better at business than playing baseball. He was good enough that he was able to retire and pursue his other passion – writing about baseball! Chin Music is his first novel. He is hard at work on his second, Mound Music. You can read a full overview and find links to purchase here and also check out a quick synopsis in the picture below. Feel Free to follow Lee on Twitter and chat about the game of baseball. Follow @chinmusicstory

Sixteen-year-old Ryan Buck is a talented athlete who was fortunate to escape with minor injuries from the horrific car crash that devastated his family. Two-and-a-half years and countless hours of therapy later, Ryan still can’t remember a thing about the accident and it’s making for agonizingly slow progress. But everything changes when his mom, Susan, is forced to sell the old Babe Ruth artifacts that have been in the family for years.
Articles Archive:
An American Hobby: Baseball Memorabilia – The 1952 Stan Musial Card Mar.02/2013
An American Hobby: Baseball Memorabilia – ‘The Obscene Gesture Card’ Feb.22/2013
An American Hobby: Baseball Memorabilia And The Great Bambino Feb.17/2013
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