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This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. info@scout.com info@scout.com Sat, 18 May 2013 08:11:36 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Akinori Iwamura Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB6) 60 The Pittsburgh Pirates announced they have acquired infielder Akinori Iwamura from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jesse Chavez. http://pirates.scout.com/2/916116.html 2047 PiratesDugout.com http://pirates.scout.com/2/916116.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:12:00 GMT 0 234 Pittsburgh pirates The Tampa Bay Rays did not tender Jonny Gomes on Friday night, likely ending his days in the organization. http://rays.scout.com/2/820899.html 2047 Tyler Hissey http://rays.scout.com/2/820899.html Sat, 13 Dec 2008 03:47:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays Shortstop Jason Bartlett ran the bases prior to Monday's 4-0 win against Oakland and even took a turn in the portable sliding pit set up along the first-base foul line. Afterward, he said his right knee, which he sprained while stealing third base against Boston on July 2, was nearly good enough for him to return to the lineup. http://rays.scout.com/2/771225.html 2047 Scout.com wire services http://rays.scout.com/2/771225.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:14:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays Prompted by a few questions on the subject, I decided to do my own version of the AL East player debates. Solely focusing on the three best teams—record-wise at the midway point—in the American League East, here are my picks for the top players at each position among the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays. http://rays.scout.com/2/765977.html 2047 Tyler Hissey http://rays.scout.com/2/765977.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:37:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays The Tampa Bay Rays won their second consecutive road series on Sunday, defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates in the rubber-match of a three-game set. Backed by Shawn Riggans' 3-for-4 performance and Andy Sonnanstine's seven effective innings, the Rays closed out their road trip with a 5-1 record. With the win and a Boston loss, Tampa Bay now has a one-half game lead in the American League East. http://rays.scout.com/2/765903.html 2047 Tyler Hissey http://rays.scout.com/2/765903.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 05:50:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays Evan Longoria and Eric Hinske each hit three-run homers Friday as the suddenly offensive Rays won their fourth straight. After struggling to score runs in last weekend's series with Houston, the Rays have rung up 37 in their last four games and improved to 48-31. http://rays.scout.com/2/765593.html 2047 Scout.com wire services http://rays.scout.com/2/765593.html Sat, 28 Jun 2008 15:55:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays The Tampa Bay Rays will be face-to-face with two of their former managers the next three days as the Cubs come to town with manager Lou Piniella and pitching coach Larry Rothschild. http://rays.scout.com/2/762898.html 2047 Scout.com wire services http://rays.scout.com/2/762898.html Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:28:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays Rays Digest columnist Ted Fleming says the near riot created by Shelley Duncan Wednesday at Al Lang Field starts at the top with manager Joe Girardi. http://rays.scout.com/2/736986.html 2047 Ted Fleming http://rays.scout.com/2/736986.html Thu, 13 Mar 2008 01:56:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays Rays infielder Akinori Iwamura was one of the best defensive third baseman in the American League during his rookie season in '07. With Evan Longoria on the way, however, Iwamura has switched positions permanently, and is working hard on getting used to his new spot, second base. Due to his athleticism, the move should turn out just fine, says Ted Fleming of Rays Digest. http://rays.scout.com/2/729816.html 2047 Ted Fleming http://rays.scout.com/2/729816.html Mon, 18 Feb 2008 02:33:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays David Price is perhaps the best player the Tampa Bay Rays have plucked from the draft in franchise history, says Ted Fleming of Rays Digest. Price, the first overall pick in 2007, enters his first spring training with Tampa Bay coming off an outstanding college career at Vanderbilt University. http://rays.scout.com/2/729443.html 2047 Ted Fleming http://rays.scout.com/2/729443.html Sat, 16 Feb 2008 02:01:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays There is a very good chance that former number one pick Evan Longoria's future has already been read. Those that matter, Rays' skipper Joe Maddon and Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman, are saying that spring training will decide whether the 22-year old will break camp with the big club, says Ted Fleming of Rays Digest. http://rays.scout.com/2/729304.html 2047 Ted Fleming http://rays.scout.com/2/729304.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:54:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays On Tuesday, February, 12, Rays Digest writers Ted Fleming and Tyler Hissey will discuss the Tampa Bay Rays on TBSN Radio. http://rays.scout.com/2/728318.html 2047 Rays Digest Staff http://rays.scout.com/2/728318.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:31:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays This afternoon -- Saturday, February 9 -- Rays Digest writer Tyler Hissey will be appearing on Sarasota Sunny 1220 Talk radio to discuss the Tampa Bay Rays' offseason. http://rays.scout.com/2/727950.html 2047 RaysDigest.com http://rays.scout.com/2/727950.html Sat, 09 Feb 2008 18:46:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays Infielders Akinori Iwamura and Carlos Pena both belted game-tying homers in clutch situations, which ignited comeback attempts, but rookie starting pitcher Andy Sonnanstine was roughed up early for eight hits and seven earned runs in the Tampa Bay Devil Rays’ 8-6 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night. http://rays.scout.com/2/670916.html 2047 Tyler Hissey http://rays.scout.com/2/670916.html Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:04:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays The Devil Rays want third baseman Akinori Iwamura to stay grounded. Manager Joe Maddon and hitting coach Steve Henderson have talked to and worked with Iwamura extensively about hitting fewer balls in the air and more on the ground. Iwamura -- who most often batted third in his native Japan -- is hitting .262 when batting first, .362 elsewhere in the lineup. http://rays.scout.com/2/669567.html 2047 Foxsports.com http://rays.scout.com/2/669567.html Fri, 17 Aug 2007 23:16:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays J.P. Howell made his major league debut with the Royals in 2005, going 3-5 with a 6.19 ERA in 15 starts for them. Last season, Howell went 1-3 with a 5.10 ERA in eight starts for the Devil Rays, and this will be his first career start against his former team. http://rays.scout.com/2/648623.html 2047 Associated Press http://rays.scout.com/2/648623.html Sun, 03 Jun 2007 15:24:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays The Tampa Bay Devil Rays are working hard to improve upon an atrocious season from a year ago, having made a few moves to improve the team while locking up one of the top young outfield trios in all of baseball. The only realistic goal for the Devil Rays at this point, however, is to finish anywhere except last place. Playing in the toughest division in baseball is a real challenge. http://rays.scout.com/2/728131.html 2047 Tyler Hissey http://rays.scout.com/2/728131.html Sat, 10 Mar 2007 20:51:00 GMT 0 322 Tampa Bay rays