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About Aaron GleemanAaron Gleeman is a freelance writer whose work can also be found regularly at AaronGleeman.com, Fox Sports, Rotoworld, and Insider Baseball.Choose year: 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Aaron Gleeman's Articles2004The “Other” TradesDecember 21, 2004While the baseball world focused on Hudson, Mulder, and Johnson, the Brewers got busy. Blowing Up the A’sDecember 20, 2004In one weekend, Billy Beane brought the A's back six years. Free Agent Wrap-Up: The Third WaveDecember 17, 2004Aaron looks at the big names that came off the market this week. Free Agent Wrap-Up: The Second WaveDecember 13, 2004Aaron breaks down the second wave of free agent signings, from Boomer Wells to Carl Pavano. Free Agent Wrap-Up: The First WaveDecember 10, 2004Aaron breaks down the first wave of free agent signings, from Troy Glaus to Elmer Dessens. Radke Re-SignsDecember 09, 2004Twins GM Terry Ryan walks the thin line yet again Not-So-Free AgentsDecember 06, 2004Aaron looks at the free agents who have signed so far and wonders if he's crazy. Bye Bye Blanco (Choosing a Backup Backstop)November 29, 2004Henry Blanco played hardball with the Twins, so Minnesota found themselves a new caddy for Joe Mauer. About Those Predictions …November 23, 2004Aaron's crystal ball was a little hazy this year. Bowden’s Big SplashNovember 16, 2004Aaron discusses the two big free agent signings for the Washington Out-Makers. Vizquel to the GiantsNovember 15, 2004The offseason officially gets underway, as the first free agent switches teams. The Meat Market: Starting PitchersNovember 14, 2004Part seven of Aaron's look at this offseason's free agents examines an extremely big group of starting pitchers Unanimously JohanNovember 12, 2004Aaron talks about -- who else? -- the best pitcher in the American League. The Meat Market: OutfieldersNovember 11, 2004The sixth part of Aaron's look at this offseason's free agents focuses on outfielders. The Meat Market: Third BasemenNovember 08, 2004Aaron turns to the hot corner in the fifth part of his look at this offseason's free agents. The Meat Market: ShortstopsNovember 04, 2004Aaron continues his position-by-position look at this offseason's free agents by examining the extremely deep shortstop market. The Meat Market: Second BasemenNovember 04, 2004The third edition of Aaron's position-by-position look at this offseason's free agents. The Meat Market: First BasemenNovember 01, 2004The second installment of Aaron's position-by-position look at this offseason's free agents. The Meat Market: CatchersOctober 31, 2004Part one of Aaron's position-by-position look at this offseason's free agents. The Curse of Big PapiOctober 29, 2004With one silly curse thoroughly demolished this week, Aaron has an idea for a new one. 1918 No MoreOctober 28, 2004Eighty-six years in the waiting and Aaron actually finds himself jealous of Red Sox fans. News, Notes and Quotes (October 26, 2004)October 26, 2004What goes through Aaron's mind when there's no baseball to watch? World Series Preview: Red Sox - CardinalsOctober 23, 2004Boston Red Sox (98-64, American League champions) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (105-57, National League champions) Game Diary: ALCS Game 7October 20, 2004The greatest comeback in baseball history by -- who would have guessed it? -- the Boston Red Sox. Running on EmptyOctober 19, 2004With over $300 million in combined payrolls and the two best records in the league, the American League Championship Series may come down to a war of attrition. Well, that and Curt Schilling's ankle. Playoff Preview: Cardinals - AstrosOctober 13, 2004St. Louis Cardinals (105-57, NL Central champs) vs. Houston Astros (92-70, NL Wild Card) Playoff Preview: Yankees - Red SoxOctober 12, 2004New York Yankees (101-61, AL East champs) vs. Boston Red Sox (98-64, AL Wild Card) Wait Til Next Year (Again)October 11, 2004For the second straight year, the Yankees knocked the Twins out of the playoffs in four games. Reader Mail (Aftermath Edition)October 08, 2004Aaron sure picked a fine time to actually defend Ron Gardenhire. So CloseOctober 07, 2004After a victory in Game 1, the Twins had plenty of chances to take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-five series with the Yankees. Instead, the two teams head to Minnesota all locked up at one game apiece. Santana in the BronxOctober 06, 2004The Twins took a 1-0 lead in their best-of-five series against the Yankees behind Johan Santana and timely defense. Playoff Preview: Braves - AstrosOctober 06, 2004Atlanta Braves (96-66, NL East champs) vs. Houston Astros (92-70, NL Wild Card) Playoff Preview: Angels - Red SoxOctober 04, 2004Anaheim Angels (92-70, AL West champs) vs. Boston Red Sox (98-64, AL Wild Card) Playoff Preview: Yankees - TwinsOctober 04, 2004New York Yankees (101-61, AL East champs) vs. Minnesota Twins (92-70, AL Central champs) Playoff Preview: Cardinals - DodgersOctober 04, 2004St. Louis Cardinals (105-57, NL Central champs) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (93-69, NL West champs) Release the Hounds!October 04, 2004In the midst of an onslaught of criticism directed at Oakland that will only get worse, Aaron takes another look at what has everyone so bothered. A Weekend to RememberOctober 01, 2004Aaron gears up for the final weekend of the season. Park FactoringSeptember 29, 2004From the hitter's haven in Colorado to a couple of pitcher's paradises on the West Coast, Aaron takes a look at how the ballparks around baseball have played this year. News, Notes and Quotes (September 28, 2004)September 28, 2004Aaron talks not hitting doubles, not striking anyone out, and not making any sense. Picking Your PoisonSeptember 23, 2004What weighs more, a pound of feathers or a pound of bricks? What's better, a kick in the stomach or a punch in the face? Who would you rather face in the first round of the playoffs, New York or Boston? Cy SantanaSeptember 20, 2004Aaron has a pre-emptive strike against misguided Cy Young voters. Second-Half All-StarsSeptember 17, 2004Aaron takes a look at the top performers of the second half and complains again about the illogical nature of the All-Star process. Trash Talking From Second Place (Again)September 15, 2004It's the same story in the American League Central every year: One team wins, the other team talks. The End of an Era: Little Joe Goes For-PaySeptember 15, 2004Yesterday was a sad day, as one of Aaron's favorite pastimes went away. News, Notes and Quotes (September 10, 2004)September 10, 2004Aaron talks excitement in Boston, playoff positioning, the best non-rookie rookie in the AL, and baseball's best pitcher. Pick a Card, Any CardSeptember 05, 2004Aaron takes a stab at handicapping the American League MVP race and finds it a lot harder than he thought it would be. Playoff Pitching (National League)September 02, 2004While pitching depth might carry a team in the regular season, front-line talent is crucial in the playoffs. Aaron examines each contender's postseason pitching staff for clues about who might be best suited for success in October. Playoff Pitching (American League)September 01, 2004While pitching depth might carry a team in the regular season, front-line talent is crucial in the playoffs. Aaron examines each contender's postseason pitching staff for clues about who might be best suited for success in October. Wrapping Up the WeekendAugust 29, 2004Aaron gets caught up on the news from the weekend. Reader Mail (No More Twins! Edition)August 27, 2004Aaron dips into his mailbag and talks Little Joe, too much Twins stuff, and what he's doing with his spare time these days. Enigmatic Disappointment to Superstar in 465 At-BatsAugust 26, 2004Aaron looks at the career of Adrian Beltre, which shows there's more than one way to become a superstar by the age of 25. The MachineAugust 23, 2004Aaron fawns over a certain lefty who's had his setting on "Quality Start" since the first week of June. What a Difference a Week MakesAugust 23, 2004Aaron takes another trip on the rollercoaster ride that is the American League Central. News, Notes and Quotes (August 20, 2004)August 20, 2004Aaron talks disappearing walk rates, swinging and missing, and the seemingly mysterious nature of park factors. Johan vs. The YankeesAugust 18, 2004The best pitcher in the American League took on the best team in the American League last night, and Aaron watched every moment. News, Notes and Quotes (August 18, 2004)August 18, 2004Aaron talks predictions that are looking good and mainstream writers who are looking bad. Disorder in the HouseAugust 15, 2004Suddenly the Twins have some serious competition at the top of the American League Central, but it's not from who you might think. Fearsome FoursomesAugust 11, 2004With the help of Win Shares, Aaron looks at how the group stars in St. Louis stacks up among the all-time great foursomes in all-around value. Hardball Questions: Andy BaldwinAugust 11, 2004Aaron talks to the Phillies' fifth-rounder about pitching, college baseball, getting drafted, and life in the minors. Getting What You Wished ForAugust 08, 2004Aaron talks his favorite subject, that little lefty with the unique name and nasty changeup, who happens to be blowing people away. The Minnesota Twins, by Month (Through July)August 05, 2004After a rough May and June, the Minnesota Twins have reclaimed the top spot in the AL Central and are starting to pull away from the pack on the way to what could be a third straight division title. Aaron takes a month-by-month look at how they've done it. Analyzing the Deadline DealsAugust 02, 2004This weekend was a busy one, as teams all around baseball were wheeling and dealing. Aaron gets you up to speed on the biggest deadline deals. Top 50 Prospects: July Checkup (Part Two)July 29, 2004The second installment checking up on how the best prospects in baseball are doing this season. Top 50 Prospects: July Checkup (Part One)July 28, 2004With the second-half underway, Aaron checks up on his top prospects to see how they're faring this year. News, Notes and Quotes (July 27, 2004)July 26, 2004Aaron talks historically bad seasons by pitchers, why people like the players they like, and how Ichiro!'s numbers seem weird. Re-Examining 300July 25, 2004Three-hundred wins has always been the magic number for pitchers, but Aaron wonders if that standard might be a little outdated. Early Returns on the Class of 2004July 23, 2004Which players are having the best rookie seasons so far in 2004 and how does this year's class compare to Dontrelle Willis, Angel Berroa and the 2003 rookies? Aaron takes a look. Twins Notes: Hello Offense!July 22, 2004Their boy-wonder catcher is hurt again, their power-hitting first-base prospect is finally playing, their second baseman still stinks, and they just scored 12 runs against the Devil Rays. Aaron checks in with what's going on in Minnesota. News, Notes and Quotes (July 21, 2004)July 20, 2004Who was the last .400 hitter? Why do all these "scrappy" players look the same? And who's the next ... Brad Radke? Aaron’s Really Long SABR Convention RecapJuly 19, 2004Aaron attended his first SABR convention last week and lived to tell about it ... just barely. First-Half Review (National League)July 14, 2004Aaron looks back at what happened in the first-half, with an eye towards what might happen in the second. THT Chats: All-Star GameJuly 13, 2004Join Aaron, Larry, Studes, Craig, Vinay, Lee and Bryan as they watch the All-Star game. First-Half Review (American League)July 12, 2004Aaron looks back at what happened in the first-half, with an eye towards what might happen in the second. News, Notes and Quotes (July 9, 2004)July 08, 2004Aaron talks potty-mouthed relievers, ridiculous complaints, his favorite pitcher, and why ESPN.com is still worth checking out sometimes. Rock the VoteJuly 06, 2004You've got a vote and some power, and Aaron wants you to use it. The Minnesota Twins, by Month (Through June)July 02, 2004First they hit and can't pitch, then they pitch and can't hit. First the starters are bad and the bullpen is good, then the relievers go in the tank and the rotation picks it up. Their most productive hitter started the season in the minors and their best hitter might still be there. It's been a confusing season in Minnesota, and Aaron takes a look at exactly what is going on. The Bizarro World All-StarsJune 30, 2004Up is down, down is up, and Neifi Perez is an All-Star. Garcia to the White SoxJune 28, 2004The White Sox and Mariners completed baseball's second big trade in the last week, as Freddy Garcia heads to Chicago and one of baseball's top prospects goes to Seattle. The Beltran Three-WayJune 25, 2004Beltran to the Astros, Dotel to the A's, prospects to the Royals. Aaron breaks the blockbuster deal down. Tale of Two HalvesJune 22, 2004Aaron's streak of Jack Wilson-inspired articles rolls on, with a look at the best and worst performances since last year's All-Star game. My All-StarsJune 20, 2004What exactly is an All-Star, anyway? Aaron tackles the yearly question, and then gives his picks for the AL and NL teams. News, Notes and Quotes (June 18, 2004)June 18, 2004Aaron talks enigmas, belly buttons and procrastinating. Oh, and some baseball too. Enough Already!June 14, 2004Aaron has come to the end of his rope. He's mad as hell and, well, he has no choice but to keep taking it. But he doesn't have to like it! News, Notes and Quotes (June 14, 2004)June 14, 2004Aaron talks imaginary bullpens, big OBPs, good announcers, the NCAA tournament, and the fact that sometimes seven wins are better than eight. The Boys of Moneyball, AgainJune 11, 2004Not many people have heard of it, but there was this book a while back about the Oakland A's. Anyway, Aaron checks up on some of the characters. Draft NotesJune 08, 2004Aaron crunches the numbers from this week's draft and finds some things that might surprise you. The Minnesota Twins, by MonthJune 07, 2004The Minnesota Twins were like Jekyll and Hyde in April and May. Aaron takes a look at exactly what happened. Beat ‘Em Like They Stole Something (Part Two)June 02, 2004Aaron examines one of the most interesting teams in baseball history, who happen to hold the modern record for stolen bases in a season. Beat ‘Em Like They Stole Something (Part One)May 31, 2004What ever happened to the stolen base? Aaron takes a look in part one of a two-part series. Twins NotesMay 31, 2004Aaron takes a look at the ongoing struggles of his favorite starting pitcher and examines whether or not the Twins might actually have a new second baseman ... finally. Fighting the Mendoza LineMay 27, 2004It's May 28 and Derek Jeter is hitting .211. Can he still make a run at .300 or is this already a lost season? How Long is a Fluke a Fluke?May 24, 2004Aaron takes a look at two of last year's "fluke" performers, who are going in different directions this season. Game Diary: Day BaseballMay 20, 2004The Twins took on the Blue Jays yesterday afternoon and Aaron takes you through every pitch on the way to an exciting finish. News, Notes and Quotes (May 18, 2004)May 17, 2004Aaron does his best Larry King impression, and talks about everything and nothing all at once. The Exp000000000sMay 16, 2004What happened to Montreal's offense? Aaron takes a look at just how awful the Expos' hitting has been and just where it puts them in history. 20% Done And What Have We Got?May 12, 2004With 20% of the season completed, Aaron takes a look at what Bonds, Beltran, Podesdnik and others are on pace for. Three Games In MayMay 09, 2004The Twins and A's squared off in a three-game series in Oakland over the weekend, and for the first time all year, Aaron was able to watch. Making The LeapMay 07, 2004Aaron examines a player who he thinks is ready to vault into superstardom. Adam Dunn: A True (Outcomes) HeroMay 05, 2004Strikeouts. Walks. Homers. You like those? Meet Adam Dunn. News, Notes and Quotes (May 3, 2004)May 02, 2004Aaron talks Thome, old guys and unwatchable TV. Top 50 Prospects: April Checkup (Part Two)April 29, 2004The second installment checking up on how the best prospects in baseball are doing so far. Top 50 Prospects: April Checkup (Part One)April 28, 2004With April coming to a close, Aaron checks up on his top prospects to see how they're faring so far this year. Old Man FrancoApril 27, 2004Your first baseman is so old... ...when Moses split the Red Sea he was on the other side fishing. ...when he was in school there was no history class. ...when he was born the Dead Sea was just getting sick. Remember Him?April 25, 2004Remember that K-Rod kid from Anaheim's World Series run in 2002? Aaron checks back in on him to see how he's done after all the hype went away. On and Off the WagonsApril 21, 2004Aaron falls off of one wagon, but finds another one to jump on. Slow StartsApril 20, 2004Alex Rodriguez is hitting .160! Bobby Abreu is hitting .111! Brian Giles is hitting .122! Is this some sort of bizarro world? Nah, just April. News, Notes and Quotes (April 19, 2004)April 18, 2004Aaron talks great individual matchups, an unreal Triple-A performance, and a pitcher who seems destined for a trip to the doctor. Hot Starts and On Pace ForsApril 15, 2004Superman, an unhittable staff, the New Babe Ruth, and the guy who is going to make Twins fans forget all about that Mauer kid. Garret Anderson: So Overrated He’s…Underrated?April 14, 2004Garret Anderson has a new contract, but he's really overrated. Or is he? All Eyes on BarryApril 12, 2004Barry Bonds' home run yesterday was big news from coast to coast. Aaron looks back through history to see if similar events received as much attention. News, Notes and Quotes (April 12, 2004)April 11, 2004Aaron talks Pedro, Josh, Johan and Baseball Tonight. Taking A WalkApril 08, 2004Aaron takes a look at the guys who hack and the guys who walk, and imagines a dream matchup. Magic Closer DustApril 07, 2004Aaron heard a rumor about Arthur Rhodes' record closing games, so he does a little investigating. Hardball Questions: Kevin CattoorApril 07, 2004Aaron talks with the man in charge of Victory Sports, the Twins' new network that most fans aren't able to watch. THT Staff PredictionsApril 05, 2004We look into our crystal balls for what 2004 holds in store. Hello Jeriome, Goodbye MiltonApril 02, 2004Will the two great names - Jeriome Robertson and Milton Bradley - ever get a chance to play together in Cleveland? Aaron examines what's going on with the Indians this week. Lost In Translation (Baseball At Four In The Morning)March 31, 2004A sleepy Aaron's diary of the Yankees/Devil Rays opener in Japan. 10 Years of the American League CentralMarch 30, 2004Cleveland, Chicago, Detroit, Kansas City, Minnesota. They've been together for 10 years now and Aaron looks at exactly what they've done. Five Questions: Minnesota TwinsMarch 29, 2004Aaron takes a look at the back-to-back American League Central champs, who have quite a few new faces this year. Lefty. Lefty. Lefty. Lefty.March 24, 2004Aaron takes a look at Kansas City's rotation full of lefties and whether or not that's an advantage in the AL Central. Sophomore Slumps?March 23, 2004Does the "sophomore slump" really exist? Aaron examines what happens the year after a Rookie of the Year season. News, Notes and Quotes (March 22, 2004)March 22, 2004Aaron talks love, Rey Ordonez and broken fibulas. 6/$66March 19, 2004Aaron takes a look at Mr. Consistent, Eric Chavez, and his new contract with the A's. The Top 50 Prospects of 2004 (Part Three: Notes)March 17, 2004The third (and final, we promise) installment of Aaron's look at the top 50 prospects in baseball. The Top 50 Prospects of 2004 (Part Two: 1-25)March 16, 2004The second installment of Aaron's look at the top 50 prospects in baseball. The Top 50 Prospects of 2004 (Part One: 26-50)March 15, 2004The first installment of Aaron's look at the top 50 prospects in baseball. Welcome to The Hardball TimesMarch 15, 2004Where am I? What is this place? Who are these guys? The Magic Twenty (Third Base)August 05, 2004Aaron and Craig continue their 24-and-under draft picking from the outstanding crop of young third basemen. The Magic Twenty (Shortstop)July 07, 2004Aaron and Craig continue their 24-and-under draft with their shortstop selections. The Magic Twenty (Left Field)June 15, 2004Aaron and Craig finish up picking their 24-and-under outfields with their selections in left. The Magic Twenty (Center Field)June 07, 2004With their rightfielders chosen last week, Aaron and Craig move to centerfielders in their 24-and-under draft. The Magic Twenty (Right Field)June 03, 2004Aaron and Craig kick off their 24-and-under draft with their picks in right field. Click here to return to the home page. |