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Ty Wigginton News & Rumors

Wigginton's versatility boundless
March 19
Courier-Post
 
"The baby was two weeks early, and Ty Wigginton assumed it was a joke. Five days before Christmas 2006, Wigginton's wife, Angela, awoke early in the morning with contractions. She started to dress for a trip to the hospital, but the baby had other ideas. Ty Wigginton had just enough time to call 9-1-1 before his second son, appropriately named Cannon, was in his arms. "I had time to give the 9-1-1 operator an address and then catch the baby," Wigginton said. "I just tried to keep everything in check until they got there.""
Rockies trade Ty Wigginton to Phillies for player to be named later
November 21
Denver Post
 
"Looking to create playing time for Jordan Pacheco and some salary relief, the Rockies traded Ty Wigginton to the Phillies for a player to be named later or cash. "We are trying to reshape our club and this made sense," general manager Dan O'Dowd said. Wigginton, who hit .242 with 15 home runs and 47 RBIs, was scheduled to make $4 million this season. The teams will split that cost. If the Phillies exercise Wigginton's 2013 option, the Rockies will receive either $100,000 in cash or a player to be named. If they don't, the Rockies will be on the hook for a portion of Wigginton's $500,000 buyout."
With Wigginton, Phils' bench takes shape
November 21
CSN Philly
 
"Throughout his tenure as the general manager of the Phillies, Ruben Amaro Jr. has taken a chance on a handful of low-risk, high-reward deals that have turned out pretty good for the team. There was the signing of Pedro Martinez in 2009 and the Rule 5 pickups of David Herndon and Michael Martinez in 2010 and 2011. He also arranged to get Rodrigo Lopez and Tyler Walker in 2009; Mike Sweeney and Cody Ransom in 2010."
Phillies trade for utility man Wigginton
November 21
CSN Philly
 
"The Phillies continued to change the look of their bench by acquiring versatile Ty Wigginton from the Colorado Rockies for a player to be named later or cash on Sunday. Wigginton, 34, bats right-handed and plays infield and outfield. He joins Jim Thome as additions to the bench this off-season. "I like three things about him," general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said. "I like his makeup. I like that he fits our club in that he can play first base and third base. And I like that he gives us another guy with power off the bench. We had been looking to add depth to our bench.""
Rockies' Wigginton takes reduced roll in stride
August 29
Denver Post
 
"Two months ago, Ty Wigginton? was convinced he was going to be the Rockies' everyday third baseman. He had just hit eight home runs in June and, with Ian Stewart in the minors, "I felt like, when the month ended, that was going to be my position," Wigginton said. It hasn't played out that way. Wigginton isn't the everyday third baseman or an everyday player, period. He started at first base Sunday, his 13th start in 26 games in August. Until further notice, newly acquired Kevin Kouzmanoff? is the Rockies' third baseman. Kouzmanoff is the sixth player to start at the position in 2011, joining Stewart, Wigginton, Jonathan Herrera?, Chris Nelson and Jose Lopez. "It's safe to say we've"
Ty Wigginton: Players need to block trade talk
July 20
Denver Post
 
"Ty Wigginton isn't headed for Cooperstown anytime soon, but he has done some remarkable things in his decade of bouncing around the majors. He has racked up 1,057 hits, including 156 home runs. He has played every infield position but shortstop and every outfield position but center field. And yes, in case you're wondering, he's the Rockies' emergency catcher. Now for something he hasn't done: He hasn't bought a house in any of the six cities in which he has played. He knows better. "Trades are a part of baseball," Wigginton said. "You know there are going to be some moves made, whether they're going to involve your club or other clubs. It's just part of it." Yes, Wigginton has heard his"
Wigginton single gives Rockies first extra-inning win
June 29
InsideTheRockies.com
 
"Troy Tulowitzki scored from first on a two-out single in the bottom of the 13th inning to give the Colorado Rockies their first extra-inning win and first walkoff win of the season, 3-2 over the Chicago White Sox. Tulowitzki, who walked with one out in the inning, was running on a 3-2 pitch to Ty Wigginton from White Sox reliever Will Ohman. Wigginton blooped a ball into shallow center that White Sox center fielder Brent Lillebridge was slow to return to the infield. Tulowitzki scored easily when the eventual throw from Lillibridge ended up well short of home. The win rewarded a stellar performance by the Rockies bullpen, which allowed just three runners in six shutout innings in relief of"
Blame the Cubs, not weather, for game today
June 27
Denver Post
 
"The Rockies play the Cubs today at Wrigley Field in a makeup game for an April 27 rainout. More accurately, that April 27 game was supposed to be washed out. But the rain never came that day. The Cubs postponed the game because of what they called "a dire forecast," leaving the Rockies with 17 consecutive games before the all-star break. "Why did you have to remind me? It is what it is," Rockies manager Jim Tracy said. Tracy's players were divided on the detour. Some were disappointed because the Rockies were playing well on the road when the game was scratched. Others, including Ty Wigginton , appreciated the break. "I was hurt, remember?" Wigginton said. Wigginton went on the disabled"
Wigginton homers twice, but Rockies drop series finale
June 23
InsideTheRockies.com
 
"After producing 23 hits in the first two games of their series against the Cleveland Indians, the Colorado Rockies managed six in the finale, two of which were home runs by Ty Wigginton — a solo home run in the fifth and a two-run shot in the seventh — that accounted for all the Rockies' scoring in a 4-3 loss. Indians starter Josh Tomlin retired 13 of the first 14 batters he faced before Wigginton's first home run, allowing only a single by catcher Matt Pagnozzi with two outs in the third. Tomlin, who allowed five hits and walk no one while winning his ninth game, was chased by Wigginton's second home run with one out in the sixth. Three Indians relievers — Vinnie Pestano, Tony Sipp and"
Wigginton homers twice, but Rockies lose series finale at Cleveland, 4-3
June 23
Denver Post
 
"Third inning, runners on second and third, Jason Hammel set to deliver a pitch to Travis Hafner . Except it never got to the plate. Or out of Hammel's hand, for that matter. Said Hammel: "I picked up the runner at third and looked home and started my motion and . . ." Nothing. Zero. Nada. Hammel stopped in midmotion for a balk that allowed Jack Hannahan to score a crucial run. How crucial? The Rockies wound up losing to the Indians 4-3 at Progressive Field. So what in the name of Jim "Wrong Way" Marshall happened? "I can honestly tell you I forgot what I was throwing," Hammel said. "It was between a fastball and a slider and I just forgot. I've never had that happen before. Just a brain"
Wigginton aspires to more than bench role
May 30
InsideTheRockies.com
 
"Ty Wigginton was originally brought to the club to be a 4-5 position superutility player. Wigginton was ok with that for the sake of signing a 2-year deal, but he was far from ok with letting that be the extent of his role with the Rockies. It's clear that Wigginton, barring any major setbacks, will be guy at 3B going forward. Chris Nelson was brought up to be "infielder off the bench and/or another RHB", and I personally don't see him challenging Wigginton much for that starting role. Wigginton had just finally started to get hot when he hit the DL in late April, but after a 3-hit showing on Sunday, he might just be finding that groove again. Honestly, at this point, I'm thinking "whoever"
Injury hits Rockies' Wigginton at bad time
April 28
Denver Post
 
"Ty was not getting Wiggy with it. Just the opposite, in fact. After his best game as a Rockie, Ty Wigginton sat at his locker Wednesday with ice on his left oblique. Talk about bad timing. He went 3-for-4 in Tuesday night's win over the Cubs, clubbing a home run. He was starting to gain traction offensively, and a slide into second base stopped him in his tracks. "Every day, I was getting closer. I was starting to get it rolling," Wigginton said after the series finale was postponed until June 27 because of an incorrect "dire forecast" of rain. "I reached up with my arm because the throw was off line as I was getting close to the bag and felt something," Wigginton said. "It's tough.""
Wigginton all right out in right field
February 28
Denver Post
 
"One day after opening the Cactus League season at first base, Ty Wigginton found himself in right field in a Rockies intrasquad game. Get used to it. Wigginton is your basic everyday player without an everyday position. The Rockies plan to use him at first base, second, third and in the corner outfield spots. Yes, including right field. Carlos Gonzalez's days of bouncing around the outfield are over. He'll play left this season, meaning Wigginton is bound to see considerable action in right. For all his versatility — 540 career starts at third base, 194 at first, 146 at second and 36 in left field — Wigginton has made only five starts in right, where the throw to third base makes it more"
Versatile Wigginton likes Rockies' postseason chances
January 28
Denver Post
 
"He has been everywhere, done everything. He has played in both leagues, hit in every position in the batting order and played every position on the field except center field and catcher. But most of all, Ty Wigginton has spent his major-league career losing games. Why did Wigginton sign with the Rockies when he could have made more money elsewhere? "First and foremost, the last couple of years, they've played a lot of meaningful games late in the season," Wigginton said. "And I think they've got a lot of pieces to get to play postseason baseball. That's what we all strive for as players." Wigginton has played nine seasons in the big leagues without a playoff appearance. Talk about wrong"
Wigginton won't return to O's
December 7
Baltimore Sun
 
"Infielder Ty Wigginton, the Orioles' lone All-Star last season, will not be returning to Baltimore. He has agreed to terms with the Colorado Rockies on a two-year deal worth $7.5 million. The deal includes a club option for 2013. Wigginton, 33, hit .248 with 22 homers and 76 RBIs in 154 games for the Orioles in 2010. The 76 RBIs led the Orioles and he finished third on the team with 52 extra-base hits and 241 total bases."
Rockies agree to terms with utility man Wigginton
December 7
Denver Post
 
"He just agreed to terms with the Rockies, but we already know one thing about Ty Wigginton: Dude can perform under pressure. Forget hitting big-league pitching with a game on the line. Wigginton's claim to fame came in December of 2006 when he delivered his son, Cannon, after his wife, Angela, unexpected went into labor. Yes, Melvin Mora, the man Wigginton is essentially replacing, had his own baby story, having fathered quintuplets. And now comes Wigginton, who cooly followed instructions from a 9-1-1 operator and delivered his son in a bedroom closet, tying off the umbilical cord with a shoelace. Let's make one thing clear about Wigginton: The Rockies acquired him for his bat, not his"
Rockies Finally Land Wigginton
December 7
Foxsports.com
 
"Colorado general manager Dan O'Dowd spent the better part of last season trying to acquire versatile Ty Wigginton from the Baltimore Orioles, but he never could satisify the trade desires of the Baltimore Orioles. With Wigginton a free agent this off-season, O'Dowd finally got his man. The Rockies agreed on a contract with Wigginton in the early hours on Tuesday. The deal is guaranteed for two years, $7.5 million, including a $500,000 buyout for 2013. The Rockies don't have the every-day job that Wigginton was hoping to find, but Wigginton has the type of versatility that could lead to plenty of playing time for the right-handed hitter on a team filled with left-handed bats. The Rockies"
Rockies target Wigginton, Cantu for right-handed bat
December 7
Denver Post
 
"Todd Helton is training, working out, wringing out maximum calories in an attempt to strengthen his legs and back. But the lingering question can't be avoided: What if he's unable to rebound? The Rockies are aggressively trying to provide security in case Helton's health betrays him again, narrowing their focus on free agents Ty Wigginton and Jorge Cantu. Both bring versatility and intriguing run production. Wigginton is a safer bet after batting .248 with 22 home runs and 76 RBIs last season for Baltimore. He started 98 games at first base, 40 at second and 22 at third. The 33-year-old made the all-star team last season but hit .244 in the second half after getting tired and exposed in a"
Rockies Interested In Martin, Francoeur, Wigginton
December 4
InsideTheRockies.com
 
"The Rockies are looking for versatile right-handed hitters and have been in contact with the agents of Russell Martin, Jeff Francoeur and Ty Wigginton, reports FOXSports.com's Tracy Ringolsby. Martin is already drawing significant interest since being non-tendered by the Dodgers yesterday, though only Colorado could re-unite him with manager Jim Tracy. With the Rockies set on Chris Iannetta as their regular catcher, Martin might want to sign for a team that gives him a clearer path to a starting job behind the plate. If he isn't set on catching, however, Martin would find plenty of at-bats in Colorado spelling Ian Stewart and Todd Helton at third and first, respectively, against"
Orioles hope to have Ty Wigginton back next season
November 21
MLB.com
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"The Orioles, who lost seven players to free agency this winter, continue to have discussions with the respective agents of right-hander Koji Uehara and infielders Ty Wigginton and Cesar Izturis about a possible return to Baltimore. Whether that happens with Uehara and Wigginton could come down to a matter of contract length, with Wigginton and Izturis' fate in Baltimore tied to what specific bats the Orioles bring in. While the organization expressed initial interest in Japanese infielder Tsuyoshi Nishioka, it's doubtful it will get involved in the bidding and even less likely that it will win exclusive negotiating rights."
Decisions loom for Orioles with seven pending free agents
August 31
Baltimore Sun
 
"The Orioles are billed as a young team, one that is going to take its lumps until the inexperienced talent peaks together. For such a squad, however, they have their share of free-agent decisions looming this offseason. Seven members of the 25-man roster can leave via free agency at season's end. It would have been 10, but the Orioles released Garrett Atkins and traded Miguel Tejada and Will Ohman this summer. There are no headliners on the list; in fact, the club can't receive top compensation for any of its pending free agents. But there are several players the Orioles would like to keep around in the right situation, specifically infielder Ty Wigginton, reliever Koji Uehara and, to a"
Blanco, Wigginton get into verbal spat
August 20
MLB.com
 
"Orioles manager Buck Showalter called it "textbook" defense. But apparently Texas' Andres Blanco wasn't a fan of that book, as the Rangers infielder engaged in a verbal spat with Baltimore third baseman Ty Wigginton following a collision play at third base in the sixth inning of Thursday's 4-0 O's win. The incident started when Blanco doubled over the head of right fielder Nick Markakis and tried to stretch it to a triple. "It's just part of the game, trying to get the extra base," said Blanco, whose main concern in the fiery exchange was getting hurt as a result of the hard-nosed encounter. The Orioles had other plans, as Markakis made a pinpoint relay throw to second baseman Brian"
Wigginton, Scott won't be traded this season
August 18
Baltimore Sun
 
"The Orioles are virtually finished running their 25-man roster through nontrade waivers, and several players, including potential trade chips Ty Wigginton and Luke Scott, did not clear and cannot be traded for the remainder of this season. According to two industry sources, both Wigginton and Scott were claimed by other clubs and pulled back by the Orioles. They can't be removed from waivers a second time if claimed again, so Wigginton, a 2010 All-Star and a pending free agent, and Scott, the club's leading home run hitter, will remain with the Orioles. Only those who pass through waivers unclaimed can be dealt after July 31. Typically, teams put most or all of their players on trade"
Cantu trade affects Wigginton; O's may stay put now
July 30
Baltimore Sun
 
"With all of the news surrounding the Orioles on Thursday, one major happening may have gotten lost. The Florida Marlins dealt third baseman Jorge Cantu to the Texas Rangers for two minor leaguers. It wasn't exactly a headline-grabber outside of Miami and Dallas, but it will be felt in Baltimore. With Cantu, a right-handed power bat going to Texas to play first base, the Rangers no longer are pursuing Wigginton. That's significant, because the Orioles' brass has long viewed Texas as the best fit for a Wigginton trade. The Rangers have one of the best farm systems in baseball, have three highly regarded minor league shortstops (and one young one in the majors) and were the most aggressive"
Phillies Focus on Oswalt
July 26
MLB.com
 
"The Houston Astros have scouted J.A. Happ's latest starts, which indicates he would be packaged in a deal for Oswalt. There have been numerous reports the Phillies would have to trade Jayson Werth to clear salary and gain prospects for Oswalt. MLB.com has heard that is not the case. While the Phillies are exploring trade partners for Werth, they could acquire Oswalt and keep Werth. If the Phillies cannot get Oswalt, they will try to bolster the bullpen and possibly add an infielder like Ty Wigginton or Miguel Tejada to add some punch to a lineup that is without Chase Utley for four more weeks."
Wigginton facing three-game suspension; will appeal
July 24
Baltimore Sun
 
"Ty Wigginton has been suspended three games and fined $2,500 for his actions Thursday night in the Orioles' 5-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins. "Shocked, surprised," Wigginton said when learning of disciplinary action. Wigginton will appeal the suspension, allowing him to play tonight against the Twins. He's batting third in the lineup and will play first base. "I've never been suspended and it's only my second ejection that I can remember," Wigginton said. "The other one I just got a little fine and it was over with. This is the first time there's been anything else. We'll figure out how it works." On Thursday, Wigginton ran screaming at first base umpire Gary Darling over a blown call at"
Trade winds blowing at Camden Yards
July 17
Baltimore Sun
 
"Two weeks before the July 31 trade deadline, it is clear that infielders Ty Wigginton and Miguel Tejada have emerged as the Orioles' two biggest trade chips. There are multiple teams in on Wigginton, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Texas Rangers and New York Yankees. The Orioles and Phillies have been discussing Wigginton for several weeks, but Philadelphia also has interest in Tejada. Placido Polanco is getting ready to come off the disabled list and he could go back to second base in place of the injured Chase Utley. The Phillies then could acquire Tejada or Wigginton to play third. The Rangers' interest in Wigginton is also legit, and they have a scout at Camden Yards tonight. I'm"
Phillies could trade Werth, or become buyers
July 6
Foxsports.com
 
"Few imagined that the Phillies would be willing to trade one of their most productive players before the July 31 non-waiver deadline. But the Phils' seven-game homestand before the All-Star break could determine the course of their season — and the future of right fielder Jayson Werth. The Phillies, five games back in the N.L. East, will face two first-place clubs — the Braves and the Reds. Right-hander Roy Halladay and lefty Cole Hamels will pitch four of the seven games, beginning with Halladay's start Monday night against Braves righty Derek Lowe. For now, the Phillies remain buyers. Sources say they have inquired on the Orioles' Ty Wigginton and Miguel Tejada, among others, following"
Wigginton makes All-Star team
July 4
Baltimore Sun
 
"Ty Wigginton spent spring training wondering about whether he even had role with the Orioles’ and those questions only increased when the infielder didn’t start the team’s first four games. But in second baseman Brian Roberts’ absence, Wigginton emerged as one of the team’s top hitters and today he was recognized by being selected to the American League All-Star team. Wigginton was the only Oriole selected for the fifth straight year and the ninth time over the last 10 years. “I was just shocked actually,” said Wigginton who was given the news after he arrived at Fenway Park this morning. “I feel like at this point, there are some guys having better years than me, both on"