American
League - Melvin Mora, Chicago Blue Knights
In the midst of
a dismal season, veteran Melvin Mora gave the Chicago Blue Knights a lone
season highlight during Block 9. Mora hit a blistering .525 with 21
hits, 3 doubles, a triple, and 5 homers during 40 at-bats. He also
drove in 18 runs and scored 11 times. Chicago may be on its way to a
franchise worst season, but it will not be due to Mora's contributions.
Honorable Mention:
Joe Blanton [MIL] 3-0, 1.96 ERA, 18 1/3 IP, 15 H, 11 Ks
Rich Harden [SFS] 2-0, 1.77 ERA, 20 1/3 IP, 14 H, 32 Ks
Carlos Lee [HOU] 19-61, .311/.364/.803, 6 DO, 8 HR, 20 RBIs
Jonathan Papelbon [MIL] 0-0, 8 2/3 IP, 7 H, 10 Ks, 7 saves
National
League - Ryan Sweeney, Colorado Black Bears
Youngster Ryan
Sweeney took Colorado and SPIBL by storm during Block 7. Sweeney hit
.514 (18 for 35) with 3 doubles and a triple. He also scored 10 runs
and played a fine outfield. He has given Black Bear management hope
that good things are in store for the future.
Honorable Mention:
Scott Feldman [FLA] 2-0, 1.88 ERA, 2 GS, 14 1/3 IP, 10 H, 4 Ks
Jeremy Guthrie [MIN] 2-0, 0.84 ERA, 3 GS, 21 1/3 IP, 14 H, 18 Ks
Josh Hamilton [ATL] 19-57, 1 DO, 1 TR, 6 HR, 17 RBIs
Alex Rodriguez [MIN] 17-53, 1 DO, l6 HR, 12 RBIs, 12 runs scored
