Monday, March 17, 2008

Baseball Beat: Monday, March 17th

Here is the rundown for the Monday, March 17th edition of Baseball Beat. Charley Steiner is traveling with the Los Angeles Dodgers today, so Chuck Wilson is hosting. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Ian Browne, MLB.com (Red Sox Beat)
1:30 p.m.
Guest: Tony Jackson, Los Angeles Daily News (Dodgers Beat)
1:50 p.m
Guest: Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune
2:05 p.m.
Guest: John Perrotto, Beaver County Times (Pirates Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Lyle Spencer, MLB.com (Angels Beat)
2:45 p.m.
Guest Buck Martinez, Host, Baseball This Morning; Broadcaster, Baltimore Orioles

Guest Summaries:
Browne discussed the Boston Red Sox including the health of Josh Beckett, upcoming far west traveling schedule, Coco Crisp's situation, and Jacoby Ellsbury's playing time this spring. Jackson discussed the Los Angeles Dodgers including the final day of Dodgertown, how Tommy Lasorda identifies with Vero Beach, and what the team's plan is for Juan Pierre. Center discussed the San Diego Padres including competing in the National League West, health of Jim Edmonds, and who will be in left field. Perrotto discussed the Pittsburgh Pirates including Ian Snell's contract extension, how the club is depending on young pitching to compete in 2008, and how the fans have stuck with the team. Spencer discussed the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim including injuries to John Lackey and Kelvim Escobar, whether not trading for Miguel Cabrera was a blessing in disguise, and the organizational plan at shortstop and first base. Martinez discussed the Baltimore Orioles including the latest on Brian Roberts trade talks and how the club is looking in spring training.

I return from vacation on Tuesday and the blog will return to its regular format with pre-show rundowns including the tenative guest list.

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