4/21Lasorda's Lair: Save Us Stephen Fife: Stephen Fife (0-0, 0.00) vs. Jake Arrieta (1-0, 5.40) (Update-Chad Billingsley has been placed on the DL with elbow pain, Stephen...
4/21Lasorda's Lair: Save Us Chad Billingsley: Chad Billingsley (1-0, 3.00) vs. Jake Arrieta (1-0, 5.40) Lineup: The Dodgers have now lost six games in a row. After watching...
4/13StoopSports.com: Quentin & Greinke Brawl: Anthony Pucik- Fans that attended Thursday night’s game between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers witnessed more...
1/24Obstructed View: Cubs Sign Scott Hairston: The Cubs have come to an agreement with outfielder Scott Hairston on a two year deal that could be worth up to six million dollars....
1/14KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston could retire: Los Angeles Dodgers INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) said he will retire this year if he's able to win another World Series ring....[+] 'If we win the World Series, I guarantee you I'm going to retire,' Hairston said. 'You can't get any better than that.' He added that his surgically repaired left hip isn't bothering him and he won't be limited at all during spring training. Hairston could back up OF Carl Crawford in left field or be used extensively at third base if 3B Luis Cruz doesn't suffice.
1/12Redbird Dugout: Why not Punto?: Exactly one month ago today the St. Louis Cardinals traded Skip Schumaker to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for minor league...
12/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston to resume activity this month: Los Angeles Dodgers OF/INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) will resume baseball activities later this month. He hasn't started running...[+] yet.
12/4KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Hanley Ramirez viewed as SS: Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said the team still views SS Hanley Ramirez as their opening day shortstop. Ramirez...[+] is planning to represent the Dominican Republic in next spring's World Baseball Classic, and Mattingly said the team won't keep him from doing that, as long as he plays shortstop. However, it's unlikely that Ramirez will play shortstop since Toronto Blue Jays SS Jose Reyes will also be playing for the Dominican. 3B Luis Cruz will enter spring training with a chance to become the starting third baseman. INFs Jerry Hairston Jr., Nick Punto and Juan Uribe will also be in the picture at the hot corner.
11/8Lasorda's Lair: Deciphering Defense: Most peoples opinion of defense have one fatal flaw… It’s their opinion. Most stats are inconclusive and can be spun...
10/12Lasorda's Lair: Outfield of Dreams: As we begin to look toward 2013, there are still some uncertainty especially in the pitching department yet there is one area...
9/24KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston rehabbing: Los Angeles Dodgers INF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) is rehabbing at home from a hip impingement that led to a torn labrum that...[+] will require surgery. 'After two weeks, I feel better than I thought I would,' said Hairston. 'The first three days were real difficult. But I can see that I'll definitely be active in two to three months, no question.' Hairston's procedure, although arthroscopic, is not a minor surgery. He's currently walking with one crutch and is wearing a brace from his knee to his hip for stabilization. Hairston is hoping to be cleared for baseball activities in two months.
9/15Baseball Musings: Kershaw Done?: It looks like Clayton Kershaw needs hip surgery: Kershaw will see specialist Dr. Bryan Kelly in New York for a second opinion,...
8/23KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston Jr. doneLos Angeles Dodgers INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) will miss the rest of the season as he needs surgery on his left hip....[+]Los Angeles Dodgers INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) will miss the rest of the season as he needs surgery on his left hip.
8/21KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston may be out a while: Los Angeles Dodgers OF/INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) has not shown any improvement after receiving an anti-inflammatory injection...[+] in his inflamed left hip last week, and he could need arthroscopic surgery that would end his season. If he has the surgery, he should be ready for baseball activities by spring training of next year.
8/17Baseball Musings: Next Career: Jerry Hairston, Jr. might have an acting career when his baseball days are over. Your browser does not support iframes. Update:...
8/16KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston to be re-examined: The Los Angeles Dodgers were encouraged by INF Jerry Hairston Jr.'s (hip) MRI results Wednesday, Aug. 15, and he'll be examined...[+] by two hip specialists. However, the team doesn't have a timetable for when he'll return. Hairston could be ready to do baseball activities in a few days.
8/13KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston to DL: The Los Angeles Dodgers placed INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) on the 15-day disabled list with left hip inflammation Monday, Aug....[+] 13, and recalled INF Elian Herrera from Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move.
8/11KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston leaves gameLos Angeles Dodgers SS Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) left the game early Saturday, Aug. 11, because of tightness in his left hip....[+]Los Angeles Dodgers SS Jerry Hairston Jr. (hip) left the game early Saturday, Aug. 11, because of tightness in his left hip.
8/4KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston available: Los Angeles Dodgers SS Jerry Hairston Jr. (shin) said Friday, Aug. 3, that his right shin felt fine, and he is available off the...[+] bench.
7/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Several could see time at SS while Dee Gordon out: Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said SS Luis Cruz, SS Jerry Hairston Jr., INF Elian Herrera and 3B Juan Uribe could...[+] all see time at shortstop while SS Dee Gordon (thumb) is out of the lineup.
6/27Lasorda's Lair: 21 Scoreless Innings: Chad Billingsley (4-6, 4.15) vs. Tim Lincecum (2-8, 6.07) Lineup: I’m right there with you, Dodger fans. The Dodgers...
6/12High Heat Stats: Weekend game notes: SUNDAY @Pirates 3, Royals 2: Ladies and gentlemen, your first-place Bucs! Winning 12 of 15 (including 4 of 6 from Cincinnati),...
6/10KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston Jr. has career RBI day: Los Angeles Dodgers SS Jerry Hairston Jr. drove in a career-best five runs Saturday, June 9, in an 8-3 win over the Seattle Mariners....[+]
6/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston on fire lately: Angeles Dodgers SS Jerry Hairston Jr. went 1-for-4 Tuesday, June 5, against the Philadelphia Phillies. Hairston is 15-for-36 (.417)...[+] over his past 11 games.
5/27Baseball Musings: The Fifth Five: Jerry Hairston, Jr. turned in the fifth five-hit game of the season as the Dodgers beat the Astros 5-1. That brought his batting...
5/25KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston activated from DL: The Los Angeles Dodgers have activated OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hamstring) from the 15-day disabled list. In a corresponding move,...[+] the team placed SS Justin Sellers (back) on the 15-day disabled list with a bulging disc in his lower back.
5/22KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston Jr. update: Los Angeles Dodgers IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hamstring) is slated for a brief rehab assignment and is targeting a return this week....[+]
5/12MLBTradeRumors: Dodgers Sign Aaron Miles: The Dodgers have signed infielder Aaron Miles to a minor league contract, reports Dylan Hernandez of The Los Angeles Times. He...
5/11KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston to DL: The Los Angeles Dodgers placed INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hamstring) on the 15-day disabled list Friday, May 11, and recalled INF...[+] Justin Sellers from the minors in a corresponding move. The DL stint will be retroactive to Monday, May 7.
5/10KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston Jr. out again, has MRI: Los Angeles Dodgers IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hamstring) had an MRI on his strained left hamstring Wednesday, May 9, after missing...[+] his third straight game. He said he would be evaluated either Thursday, May 10, or Friday, May 11.
5/7KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston might avoid DL: Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly indicated that SS Jerry Hairston Jr. (hamstring) might avoid the 15-day disabled list....[+] 'Hairston's a lot better than we thought he was going to be,' Mattingly said.
5/4Baseball Musings: Jerry Cycle?: Jerry Hairston, Jr. came up in the ninth needing a double for the cycle. He grounds out for the second out of the inning with...
5/4Baseball Musings: Another Club Member: Jerry Hairston, Jr. joins the “I Homered Before Albert Pujols” club with a solo shot in the top of the third inning....
5/2Baseball Musings: Bad Call: The first base umpire just called Jerry Hairston, Jr. out to end the top of the sixth. The only problem was that Todd Helton‘s...
4/28Baseball Musings: Good Throw, Tough Catch: The Dodgers put men on first and second in the bottom of the seventh against Stephen Strasburg with a hit batter and an infield...
1/20Crashburn Alley: Along Goes Polly: Placido Polanco finished the 2011 season with a .277/.335/.339 line, easily the worst of his 14-year career. Stats which adjust...
12/27MLBTradeRumors: The 80-89 Win Club: Approximately one quarter of the teams in baseball won between 80 and 89 games last year. None of the seven clubs made the playoffs,...
12/8MLBTradeRumors: Winter Meetings In Review: MLBTR's 24-hour coverage of the the Winter Meetings comes to a close tonight, as most team executives, agents, and reporters catch...
12/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Jerry Hairston agrees: The Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a two-year, $6 million deal plus incentives with free-agent INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Brewers)...[+] Monday, Dec. 5.
12/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Giants | Not interested in Jerry HairstonThe San Francisco Giants are no longer interested in signing free-agent INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Brewers)....[+]The San Francisco Giants are no longer interested in signing free-agent INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Brewers).
12/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Close to signing Jerry HairstonThe Los Angeles Dodgers are close to signing free-agent INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Brewers) to a two-year, $6 million contract....[+]The Los Angeles Dodgers are close to signing free-agent INF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Brewers) to a two-year, $6 million contract.
12/2KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Brewers | Trying to re-sign Jerry Hairston: Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin said the only infielder the team is currently trying to sign is free-agent INF Jerry...[+] Hairston Jr. (Brewers). Hairston will likely take a two-year deal.
11/22KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: MLB | Three teams interested in Jerry Hairston: The Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers and San Francisco Giants are among the teams expressing interest in free-agent SS Jerry...[+] Hairston Jr. (Brewers). Hairston plays second base, shortstop, third base and all three outfield positions, and each team interested would likely use him in a super-utility role. The Brewers have already made Hairston a one-year offer, according to a source.
11/14KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Brewers | Meet with Rafael Furcal, Aramis Ramirez: The Milwaukee Brewers met with the representatives for free-agent SS Rafael Furcal (Cardinals) and 3B Aramis Ramirez (Cubs) Monday,...[+] Nov. 14. The team has also talked about re-signing OF/IF Jerry Hairston Jr.
11/10KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | In market for catcher, infielder: The Los Angeles Dodgers are likely to search for a veteran catcher to pair with C A.J. Ellis in spring training next year after...[+] losing C Rod Barajas to the Pittsburgh Pirates. C Tim Federowicz will likely begin the year in the minors. The team will also look for a second baseman and utility infielder, with candidates including re-signing 2Bs Jamey Carroll or Aaron Miles, or going after free-agent 2B Aaron Hill (Diamondbacks), SS Clint Barmes (Astros), OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Nationals) or 2B Mark Ellis (Rockies).
10/16Baseball Musings: Cardinals Keep Hitting: Matt Holliday and David Freese both single to start the top of the fifth inning for the Cardinals. Corey Hart bobbles Freese’s...
10/16Baseball Musings: Double Trouble: Back to back doubles in the bottom of the fourth bring a Brewers a bit closer as the Cardinals now lead 9-5. Jerry Hairston, Jr....
10/15C70 At The Bat: Fly The Happy Skies:
The St. Louis Cardinals are one win away from the World Series.Roll that around on your tongue a little bit. Ponder...
10/14Baseball Musings: Milwaukee on the Board: Johnathan Lucroy singles with one out in the fourth, and after Zack Greinke bunts him into scoring position, Corey Hart delivers...
10/14Baseball Musings: Pitchers Hitting: With one out in the top of the third, Zack Greinke singles, doing a bit better than his opponent Jaime Garcia reaching on an error....
10/14Baseball Musings: Lance a Lot: Lance Berkman singles to center to start the bottom of the second inning for the Cardinals. He’s 5 for 12 in the LCS. Update:...
10/12Baseball Musings: Brewers Comeback?: The first three Brewers single in the second inning to drive home the first run of the game for Milwaukee. They have two on and...
10/9Baseball Musings: Brewers Threaten: Corey Hart singles and Jerry Hairston, Jr. doubles to put runners on second and third. The big bats are coming up, Ryan Braun...
10/9Baseball Musings: On for the Big Guns: Jerry Hairston, Jr. draws a one-out walk, and Ryan Braun deposits the next pitch into the leftfield stands for a 2-1 Brewers lead...
10/7Baseball Musings: Wild Kennedy: Ian Kennedy loads the bases in the bottom of the fourth. He gave up a double to Nyjer Morgan, threw a wild pitch, walked Ryan...
10/7Baseball Musings: Playoffs Today: The Arizona Diamondbacks return to Milwaukee as the team send Ian Kennedy against Yovani Gallardo with the NLCS on the line. In...
10/5Baseball Musings: Hart and Hairston: Corey Hart singles and Jerry Hairston, Jr. drives him home with a double to cut the Diamondbacks lead to 5-3 with none out in...
10/5Baseball Musings: Brauny: Ryan Braun continues his great series with an RBI double that splits the outfielders and drives in Jerry Hairston, Jr. from first...
10/1Baseball Musings: Brewers Score First: Milwaukee’s offense comes to life in the bottom of the fourth, as the Milwaukee heart of the order fills the bases with...
News -- September 2011
9/30Baseball Reality Tour: 2011 Ex Cub Factor: The playoffs begin today. Since my favorite team, the Chicago Cubs, tanked and haven't been competitive in years, all I can do...
8/2PaulLebowitz.com: Viewer Mail 8.2.2011: Todd Boss at Nationals Arm Race writes RE Jonny Gomes and the Nats: The Nationals’ acquisition of Jonny Gomes was all about...
7/31MLBTradeRumors: NL Central Trades: The month of July proved to be a busy one for the NL Central..
Astros
Acquired center fielder Jordan Schafer, southpaw...
7/31MLBTradeRumors: NL East Trades: Here are the trades that took place in the NL East this month..
Braves
Acquired center fielder Michael Bourn and cash from...
7/23Bleeding Yankee Blue: WHY I SMELL A TREND: Quick, what do Ivan Rodriguez, Jerry Hairston Jr., Eric Hinske, Austin Kearns, Kerry Wood, and Lance Berkman all have in common?...
6/1KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Alex Cora exits early: Washington Nationals SS Alex Cora (illness) left the team's game early Wednesday, June 1, with stomach issues. IF/OF Jerry Hairston...[+] Jr. replaced Cora in the contest.
News -- May 2011
5/31B-R Blog: “Clutch” Since 1996: A list for discussion purposes: It's all active players with at least 1,000 games played between 1996 and 2011 (to date). And,...
5/29KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Jerry Hairston Jr. to appeal suspension: Washington Nationals 3B Jerry Hairston Jr. was suspended one game and fined an undisclosed amount for making contact with umpire...[+] Ed Hickox during a game against the San Diego Padres Friday, May 27. He is appealing the decision.
5/27KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Jerry Hairston Jr. ejected: Washington Nationals SS Jerry Hairston Jr. was ejected in the seventh inning Friday, May 27, against the San Diego Padres. Hairston...[+] argued with the home plate umpire after flying out, as he felt he was quick-pitched by Padres SP Clayton Richard.
5/23KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Have options at first base: Washington Nationals OF Mike Morse is likely to see the most time at first base with 1B Adam LaRoche (shoulder) on the disabled...[+] list. However, OFs Jerry Hairston Jr. and Matt Stairs could also be options. OF Rick Ankiel (wrist), who is currently on the disabled list, will start taking ground balls at first base.
5/20KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Four have two-hit nights: Washington Nationals OFs Roger Bernadina and Laynce Nix each had two hits and two RBIs Friday, May 20, against the Baltimore Orioles....[+] SS Ian Desmond and SS Jerry Hairston Jr. also came through with two-hit games, with Demond scoring two runs and Hairston posting two RBIs.
5/14KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Lineup notes: Washington Nationals OF Laynce Nix is starting in place of OF Mike Morse again Saturday, May 14, while SS Jerry Hairston Jr. is...[+] replacing SS Ian Desmond. C Wilson Ramos is behind the plate and SS Alex Cora is at third base.
5/13KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Mike Morse sitting again: Washington Nationals OF Mike Morse (hand) remains out of the lineup Friday, May 13. OF Laynce Nix will replace him once again....[+] SS Jerry Hairston Jr. is starting at third base and C Wilson Ramos is starting behind the plate.
5/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Rick Ankiel, Mike Morse not playing: Washington Nationals OFs Rick Ankiel (hand) and Mike Morse (knee) are not in the lineup Thursday, May 5. OF Jerry Hairston Jr....[+] is starting in center and OF Laynce Nix is playing left field.
5/4KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Rick Ankiel out again: Washington Nationals OF Rick Ankiel (hand) is out again Wednesday, May 4. SS Jerry Hairston Jr. will play center field, while...[+] SS Alex Cora will start at third base.
5/3KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Rick Ankiel sitting : Washington Nationals OF Rick Ankiel (hand) is out of the starting lineup Tuesday, May 3, with SS Ian Desmond taking over the No....[+] 2 hole. OF Jerry Hairston Jr. is in center field and SS Brian Bixler is playing third base.
5/2KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Adam LaRoche resting: Washington Nationals 1B Adam LaRoche is taking the day off Monday, May 2, with OF Mike Morse playing first base. C Wilson Ramos...[+] is hitting in the cleanup spot and OF Jerry Hairston Jr. is starting in left field.
4/29KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Infield plans: Washington Nationals SS Alex Cora and SS Jerry Hairston Jr. will split time at third base until 3B Ryan Zimmerman (abdominal)...[+] returns from the disabled list. SS Brian Bixler will serve in an infield utility role.
4/25KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Rick Ankiel resting: Washington Nationals OF Rick Ankiel is taking the day off Monday, April 25, with OF Jerry Hairston Jr. starting in center field....[+] SS Brian Bixler is starting at third base and batting eighth.
4/20KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Three could replace Ian Desmond: Washington Nationals SS Alex Cora, IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. or 2B Danny Espinosa could play shortstop when SS Ian Desmond goes...[+] on paternity leave, according to The Washington Post's Adam Kilgore. SS Brian Bixler, who is currently playing with Triple-A Syracuse, is likely to be called up to take Desmond's roster spot.
4/17KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Jerry Hairston Jr. finds the seats: Washington Nationals SS Jerry Hairston Jr. went 3-for-3 with a double, solo home run and a walk in the second game of a doubleheader...[+] Sunday, April 17, against the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite the impressive performance, he is still batting just .154 after going 1-for-17 (.043) in his first 11 games.
4/12KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Laynce Nix to see more time: Washington Nationals OF Laynce Nix will likely start in left field on the days when OF Mike Morse starts at third base with 3B...[+] Ryan Zimmerman (abdominal) on the disabled list, according to The Washington Post's Adam Kilgore. 'I'm a little anxious to see Nix out there,' manager Jim Riggleman said. 'I wouldn't mind seeing Morse play some third base and keep the options open with Cora and Hairston any way I want to use them. I like to the opportunity to get Hairston some at-bats. Try to keep these guys busy.' IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. is expected to play third on the days that the team faces a left-handed pitcher.
4/12KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Three to share time at third: Washington Nationals SS Alex Cora, IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. and OF Mike Morse will all share time at third base with 3B Ryan Zimmerman...[+] (abdominal) sidelined, according to The Washington Post's Adam Kilgore.
4/5KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Middle infielder changes: Washington Nationals IFs Jerry Hairston Jr. and Alex Cora will start in place of SS Ian Desmond and 2B Danny Espinosa Tuesday,...[+] April 5, reports Adam Kilgore of The Washington Post.
3/27KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Rick Ankiel to start on Opening Day: Washington Nationals OF Rick Ankiel will be the team's starting center fielder on Opening Day, reports Bill Ladson, of MLB.com....[+] Ankiel is expected to serve in a platoon in center with SS/OF Jerry Hairston Jr.
3/25KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Two expected to platoon at CF: Washington Nationals OFs Rick Ankiel and Jerry Hairston Jr. are expected to share time at center field at the start of the season,...[+] reports MLB.com's Bill Ladson.
3/14KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Platoon situation in center: Washington Nationals OFs Nyjer Morgan, Rick Ankiel and Roger Bernadina are battling for the center field job in camp, MLB.com's...[+] Bill Ladson reports. Morgan hasn't established himself at the plate or with the glove. Ankiel has played well defensely but hasn't hit well. Bernadina started strong but has cooled off. None of them have hit lefties well, which means they're likely to platoon with OF Jerry Hairston Jr., who'll hit against lefties.
3/1KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Mike Morse could be backup at third: Washington Nationals OF Mike Morse could become the team's backup option at third base this year, according to MLB.com's Bill...[+] Ladson. Morse played some third in the spring game Monday, Feb. 28. IFs Alberto Gonzalez and Jerry Hairston Jr. could also play some third base as backups.
2/21KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Four to work in CF: Washington Nationals manager Jim Riggleman said OFs Jayson Werth, Rick Ankiel, Roger Bernadina and Jerry Hairston Jr., will see...[+] time in center field this spring, MLB.com's Bill Ladson reports.
1/19KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Jerry Hairston to be utility player: Washington Nationals IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. is expected to receive 350 to 400 at-bats this year while playing both the infield...[+] and outfield, according to MLB.com's Bill Ladson.
1/19KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Agree with Jerry Hairston: The Washington Nationals agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal with free-agent OF/IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Padres) Wednesday, Jan....[+] 19, according to FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal. The deal includes performance bonuses that could bring the deal to $3 million.
1/17KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Jerry Hairston may be too expensive: The Washington Nationals may not sign free-agent OF/IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Padres) because his asking price is too steep, according...[+] to MLB.com's Bill Ladson.
1/13KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Nationals | Interested in Jerry Hairston: The Washington Nationals are interested in signing free-agent IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (Padres), according to MLB.com's Bill Ladson....[+]
12/21KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Unlikely to re-sign Jerry Hairston : The San Diego Padres are unlikely to re-sign IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. after the team's acquisitions of SS Jason Bartlett and 2B...[+] Orlando Hudson this offseason, according to SportingNews.com.
12/14KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Dodgers | Several candidates for outfield: The Los Angeles Dodgers could look to sign free-agent OFs Bill Hall (Red Sox), Marcus Thames (Yankees), Jerry Hairston Jr. (Padres)...[+] or Scott Hairston (Padres) to play left field next season, according to MLB.com's Ken Gurnick.
12/13KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Willing to re-sign Jerry HairstonThe San Diego Padres are trying to re-sign IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr., according to The San Diego Union-Tribune's Bill Center....[+]The San Diego Padres are trying to re-sign IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr., according to The San Diego Union-Tribune's Bill Center.
11/24KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Five not offered arbitration: The San Diego Padres did not offer salary arbitration to 2B David Eckstein, SS Miguel Tejada, IF Jerry Hairston Jr., OF Matt Stairs...[+] and SP Chris Young, according to The San Diego Union-Tribune's Bill Center.
11/2KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Five become free agents: San Diego Padres 2B David Eckstein, SP Kevin Correia, OF Matt Stairs, IF Jerry Hairston Jr. and SS Miguel Tejada have all become...[+] free agents, according to The San Diego Union-Tribune's Bill Center.
10/3Baseball Musings: Padres Threaten: Adrian Gonzalez singles to start the sixth inning, the Jonathan Sanchez walks Ryan Ludwick. That’s enough with the season...
9/22KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston might play in playoffs: San Diego Padres IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (tibia), who is headed back to the disabled list with a stress fracture in his right tibia,...[+] said he might try to play if the team makes the playoffs and advances to the National League Championship Series, according to The Associated Press.
9/22KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston to DL: The San Diego Padres placed IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (tibia) on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, Sept. 22, with a stress fracture...[+] of his right tibia, according to CBSSports.com.
9/21KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston's season over: San Diego Padres IF Jerry Hairston Jr. (tibia) will miss the rest of the year after suffering a fractured right tibia, according...[+] to FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal. Hairston was playing with the injury for the last two months, thinking he had shin splints. His recovery will take four to six weeks.
9/15KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Chase Headley rests Wednesday: San Diego Padres 3B Chase Headley received the day off Wednesday, Sept. 15, with IF Jerry Hairston Jr. replacing him at third...[+] base, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock. Headley is hitting just .167 since Aug. 26.
9/13KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston activated: The San Diego Padres activated SS Jerry Hairston Jr. (elbow) from the 15-day disabled list Sunday, Sept. 12, according to CBSSports.com....[+]
9/12KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. expected to return Sunday: Updating previous reports, San Diego Padres IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (elbow) is expected to be activated from the disabled list...[+] Sunday, Sept. 12, but will only be available as a pinch hitter, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock. He will not be able to play defense for a few days.
9/12KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Hairston, Gwynn will travel beginning Monday: San Diego Padres SS Jerry Hairston Jr. (elbow) and OF Tony Gwynn (hamate) will both travel with the club when a 10-game road trip...[+] starts Monday, Sept. 12, in Colorado. Both players are expected to come off the 15-day DL that day, according to Associated Press reporter Bernie Wilson.
9/9KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston plays catch Thursday: San Diego Padres OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (elbow) played catch for the first time Thursday, Sept. 9, since going on the disabled...[+] list Aug. 28 and was 'pleasantly surprised' with how he responded, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock and Gina Mizell. Hairston made 35 throws at roughly 80 percent intensity. He has been hitting in the cage since he went on the DL. 'Obviously, not picking up a ball for almost two weeks, maybe your muscles are going to be tight a little bit,' Hairston said. 'But (the pain) I felt (before the injury) I didn't feel it this time, which is what I want to see. Obviously, it's just one day, and I'm hoping my arm will bounce back tomorrow.'
News -- August 2010
8/29KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. placed on disabled list: Updating previous reports, San Diego Padres IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (elbow) was placed on the 15-day disabled list because of...[+] a right elbow sprain, according to Bill Center of The San Diego Union-Tribune.
8/28KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. expected to be placed on disabled list: San Diego Padres IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (elbow) is expected to be placed on the 15-day disabled list because of a strained ligament...[+] in his right elbow, according to The Associated Press. The injury will not require surgery but it would likely take two to three weeks to heal. Hairston, who was used as a pinch runner against the Philadelphia Phillies Friday, Aug. 27, said it hurts to throw but not to hit.
8/21KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. bothered by illness: San Diego Padres IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (illness) was a late scratch from the lineup against the Milwaukee Brewers Friday, Aug....[+] 20, due to illness, according to The Associated Press.
8/18KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr.'s lone run stands up: San Diego Padres SS Jerry Hairston Jr. drove in the game's only run Tuesday, Aug. 17, according to The Associated Press, as the...[+] Padres shut out the Chicago Cubs 1-0.
8/14Baseball Musings: Infield Double: The play by play from STATS, Inc. describes Buster Posey‘s leadoff hit in the bottom of the 11th as an infield double. It’s...
8/14PaulLebowitz.com: Credit Due: A footnote? A whitewashing? Or a thank you? If the Padres make the playoffs, how will the current leadership handle the delicate...
8/10MLBTradeRumors: Jed Hoyer's First Year: Jed Hoyer has been the general manager of the Padres since October 26th, and much of his first year is in the books. We looked...
8/9KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. has good game: San Diego Padres OF Jerry Hairston Jr. had three hits, including a homer, four runs and two RBIs Sunday, Aug. 8, The Associated...[+] Press reports.
8/1Baseball Musings: Wild Johnson: Josh Johnson walked four batters and allowed five runs while Jon Garland pitched a low quality quality start as the Padres defeated...
News -- July 2010
7/29KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. drives in three runs: San Diego Padres SS Jerry Hairston Jr. drove in three runs Wednesday, July 28, according to The Associated Press, in a 6-1 win...[+] over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
7/22KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston OK: San Diego Padres OF Jerry Hairston Jr. (hand) is fine after being hit with a pitch in the knuckles on his right hand Wednesday,...[+] July 21, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock. Hairston is hitting .348 since July 5. He will take over the second-base duties with 2B David Eckstein (calf) injured.
7/22KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Braves | Tommy Hanson hits two batters Wednesday: Atlanta Braves SP Tommy Hanson leads the major leagues with 13 hit batters, according to The Associated Press. Hanson hit SS Jerry...[+] Hairston Jr. and OF Will Venable during the team's 6-4 loss to the San Diego Padres Wednesday, July 21.
7/20KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | David Eckstein suffers right calf strain Tuesday: San Diego Padres 2B David Eckstein (calf) left the teams game Tuesday, July 20, with a right calf strain, reports The Associated...[+] Press. Eckstein apparently suffered the injury when he was thrown out at the plate. He was replaced in the lineup by SS Everth Cabrera, with SS Jerry Hairston Jr. moving to second base.
7/9KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Chase Headley, Jerry Hairston Jr. homer Thursday: San Diego Padres 3B Chase Headley and OF Jerry Hairston Jr. both hit home runs in a winning effort Thursday, July 8, according...[+] to The Associated Press. Headley went 3-for-5 in the game and now has six home runs this year. Hairston also has six homers this year.
6/15Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: June 14:
With only four games being played yesterday, the home run total was a far cry from Sunday (when 41 homers were hit). Still,...
6/15Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: June 14:
With only four games being played yesterday, the home run total was a far cry from Sunday (when 41 homers were hit). Still,...
6/15Baseball Musings: PETCO Power: The third home run of the night goes out of PETCO as Adrian Gonzalez hits his 15th in the bottom of the fourth. Jerry Hairston,...
6/1Baseball Musings: Explosive Offense: The Padres pounded the Mets 18-6 Monday night. Jerry Hairston, Jr. continued his power surge with a second inning grand slam...
News -- May 2010
5/30Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: May 29:
Home Run of the Day: Kendry Morales, Los Angeles Angels (Trot Time: 22.32 seconds) [video]
Since there's no way for me to...
5/30Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: May 29:
Home Run of the Day: Kendry Morales, Los Angeles Angels (Trot Time: 22.32 seconds) [video]
Since there's no way for me to...
5/27Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: May 26: Home Run of the Day: Adrian Beltre, Boston Red Sox #2 (Trot Time: 21.98 seconds) [video]
I'm giving Beltre the Home Run of the...
5/27Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: May 26: Home Run of the Day: Adrian Beltre, Boston Red Sox #2 (Trot Time: 21.98 seconds) [video]
I'm giving Beltre the Home Run of the...
5/27KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. walks it off: San Diego Padres OF Jerry Hairston Jr. hit a walkoff homer in the 13th inning to beat the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, May 26,...[+] The Associated Press reports.
5/26Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: May 25:
Home Run of the Day: Milton Bradley, Seattle Mariners (Trot Time: 22.23 seconds) [video]
I kind of like Milton Bradley. I...
5/26Wezen-Ball: Tater Trot Tracker: May 25:
Home Run of the Day: Milton Bradley, Seattle Mariners (Trot Time: 22.23 seconds) [video]
I kind of like Milton Bradley. I...
5/26Baseball Musings: One Mistake: Sticking with the great pitching Tuesday theme, Adam Wainwright and Jon Garland dueled for seven innings, with Wainwright making...
4/30KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston likely to see regular time at SS: San Diego Padres IF Jerry Hairston Jr. likely will play everyday at shortstop while SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring) is out of the...[+] lineup, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock.
4/29KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Everth Cabrera could land on DL: San Diego Padres SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring) missed his third straight game Thursday, April 29, with a strained right hamstring,...[+] according to MLB.com's Corey Brock. An MRI exam Thursday determined the soreness Cabrera had been experiencing is in fact a strain. Manager Bud Black won't rule out a trip to the disabled list for Cabrera. IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. started at short Thursday and hit leadoff. If Cabrera goes on the disabled list, the team could recall SS Lance Zawadzki from Triple-A Portland.
4/28KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Jerry Hairston Jr. starting Wednesday: San Diego Padres IF/OF Jerry Hairston Jr. received the start at shortstop Wednesday, April 28, in place of SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring),...[+] according to MLB.com's Alden Gonzalez. Manager Bud Black said Hairston will eventually see a start at third base.
4/25KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Padres | Everth Cabrera not in Sunday's starting lineup: San Diego Padres SS Everth Cabrera (knee) said his sore left knee is at about 50 percent, after he was hit by an 88 mph slider...[+] Saturday, April 24, according to MLB.com's Corey Brock. He was cleared to play Sunday, April 25, although the team would rather avoid using him. IF Jerry Hairston Jr. started at shortstop Sunday.