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Misc. news note -- (Farmhand alum, now 38) Jeff Pickler rumored to join Dodgers front office

Puerto Rico Box Score New 40-man roster catcher Juan Centeno (again DH'ing in the cleanup spot), was 0-for-4, now 3-for-14 on the young winter season.

Puerto Rico Box Score RHP Jacob Barnes (Huntsville) got the start in his winter league debut, but took the loss -- 3 IP, 5 H, 3 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 2 K, GB:FB 4:2 Santurce Bottom of the 1st Reymond Fuentes singles on a line drive to right fielder Henry Ramos. Delino DeShields singles on a line drive to right fielder Henry Ramos. Reymond Fuentes to 2nd. With Jonathan Rodriguez batting, throwing error by Roberto Pena on the pickoff attempt, Reymond Fuentes scores. Delino DeShields to 3rd. Missed catch error by center fielder Juan Silva. Jonathan Rodriguez strikes out swinging. Jordan Lennerton singles on a line drive to center fielder Juan Silva. Delino DeShields scores. Jorge Padilla grounds into a force out, third baseman Angel Sanchez to second baseman Rey Navarro. Jordan Lennerton out at 2nd. Jorge Padilla advances to 2nd, on a throwing error by second baseman Rey Navarro. Yenier Bello grounds out, third baseman Angel Sanchez to first baseman Carlos Rivera. Santurce Bottom of the 2nd A. J. Jimenez grounds out, third baseman Angel Sanchez to first baseman Carlos Rivera. Yadiel Rivera flies out to right fielder Henry Ramos. Jack Lopez doubles (1) on a line drive to left fielder Trever Adams. Reymond Fuentes walks. Delino DeShields singles on a ground ball to left fielder Trever Adams. Jack Lopez scores. Reymond Fuentes to 3rd. Delino DeShields advances to 2nd, on a fielding error by left fielder Trever Adams. Jonathan Rodriguez strikes out swinging, catcher Roberto Pena to first baseman Carlos Rivera. Santurce Bottom of the 3rd Jordan Lennerton grounds out, second baseman Rey Navarro to first baseman Carlos Rivera. Jorge Padilla flies out to right fielder Henry Ramos. Yenier Bello lines out to left fielder Trever Adams. *** As in bold above, Barnes faced his AA teammate Yadiel Rivera, who singled and walked in four plate appearances. *** 2014 Timber Rattler Omar Garcia grounder out in a pinch-hit AB. Caguas Top of the 9th Omar Garcia remains in the game as the second baseman Garcia has only played outfield in the Brewers system, 167 games. No chances in his one inning.

Mexico Box Score RHP Manny Barreda closed out an 8-4 win, but did allow two inherited runners to score on his own throwing error -- Obregon Top of the 6th Pitching Change: Arturo Barradas replaces Rodrigo Lopez. Donald Lutz pops out to pitcher Arturo Barradas. Donell Linares grounds out, third baseman Sergio Gastelum to first baseman Arturo Rodriguez. Carlos Valencia singles on a ground ball to right fielder Nick Buss. Sergio Contreras singles on a ground ball to right fielder Nick Buss. Carlos Valencia to 3rd. Pitching Change: Manny Barreda replaces Arturo Barradas. Offensive Substitution: Pinch-hitter Christian Villanueva replaces Said Gutierrez. With Christian Villanueva batting, throwing error by Manny Barreda on the pickoff attempt, Carlos Valencia scores. Sergio Contreras scores. Christian Villanueva walks. Offensive Substitution: Pinch-hitter Albino Contreras replaces Nicolas Garcia. Albino Contreras grounds out, third baseman Sergio Gastelum to first baseman Arturo Rodriguez. Obregon Top of the 7th Jake Smolinski strikes out swinging. Corey Wimberly flies out to center fielder Rico Noel. Agustin Murillo singles on a ground ball to left fielder Joey Meneses. Donald Lutz grounds out, second baseman Eric Farris to first baseman Arturo Rodriguez.

Venezuela Box Score Batting 2nd in front of his brother, big league Twin OF Oswaldo, who was making his winter debut, SS Orlando Arcia showed off for his big bro. Half of Orlando's 24 hits have gone for extra bases, as he went 3-for-5 with his 5th HR (tied for 2nd in the league) in 84 AB's. His OPS is .933 after 84 AB's (stat page). *** Translated articles The penchant of Caribs Anzoategui grandeliga welcomes the Minnesota Twins, Oswaldo Arcia, today will be included in the weekly team roster. But the happier news is its brother, Orlando. "Playing together was one of our dreams," confessed the novel shortstop that caught everyone's attention for his incredible defense. "Thank God I will realize, I hope to enjoy it to the fullest." The Arcia brothers played in the streets with little balls of rubber Anaco badges. "I could never beat him," recalls Orlando laughs. But now they have to compete. They wear the same uniform and their names appear together in the lineup. "I do not feel pressure because now Oswaldo come play," said shortstop who just way into professional baseball. "On the contrary. I think I'll feel more confident with my brother in the land. He will support and help me continue to do the job and keep me as I am now." "We're always together, humble and standing tall to give our best," he added. Arcia The entire family is happy about the event and count the days to see them play. Even already have some scenarios in which they would like to celebrate. "Oswaldo always tells me that he would like the two we gave homers on the day," he told the younger brother. "He wants us to celebrate together. But we'll see what happens. With one hit a home run I think like celebrating." Road to Rookie of the Year Orlando is one of the young players stood out most in the month of October. With the .266 average, four homers and 16 RBIs, shortstop has become a fundamental part of Caribbean. "I never expected this," he said. "It's my first year with the team and not thought to be in this situation. I'm going to enjoy the most and take the chance." The moment that lives East -First ninth in the table ways- makes everything more fun for the novice. "The atmosphere that prevails in the clubhouse is amazing. We are constantly supporting us. I work every day and I hope to keep playing the way I do now," he said. "I'm focused on doing my job and if it comes as rookie of the year so be it," he said. http://fotos2013.cloud.noticias24.com/051114juegoavs-12.jpg Quotes from big leaguer Alexi Amarista, who is losing playing time to Arcia -- The chance that a major leaguer custodie shortstop, could create a "sports rivalry" with teammate Orlando Arcia, indigenous figure in the early creole contest. In 20 games played, Arcia .266 average (21 hits in 79 innings) with four homers and 16 freight. The Barcelona does not believe that this situation creates a problem for the helmsman. "That's not what I decide, what the manager decides. Where Omar (Lopez) to put me, I'll be happy. " The baseball did not miss the opportunity to praise the virtues of Arcia. "I know he (Arcia) is having a very good season and, really, I'm happy with the developments taking. He's a tremendous player and he's shown. "

Glendale pounded, 11-2, but Brewers did fine. Hector Gomez doubled twice in four AB's -- the Adam McCalvy audio we linked to this week has Adam hinting at an upcoming feature. The Brewers really like what they have in the out-of-options Gomez, it seems, and I can't imagine him not being a RH 2B/SS/3B piece this spring. And if Segura looks horrible, through mid-April.... Both Nick Ramirez and Shawn Zarraga walked and singled, so the three Crew members combined for a .500 OBP today despite the drubbing.

2B Hector Gomez (batting 2nd), 1B Nick Ramirez (7th) and C Shawn Zarraga (8th) are in Glendale's lineup this afternoon. Box Score / Game Log

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Venezuela Box Score RHP Tim Dillard allowed one of two inherited runners to score in a two-out stint. La Guaira Top of the 7th Tyler Henson singles on a ground ball to center fielder Aaron Altherr. Alex Cabrera flies out to left fielder Ali Castillo. Rene Reyes walks. Tyler Henson to 2nd. Pitching Change: Tim Dillard replaces Yeiper Castillo. Alex Castellanos strikes out swinging. Jose Martinez singles on a ground ball to right fielder Carlos Moncrief. Tyler Henson scores. Rene Reyes to 3rd. Cesar Suarez grounds out, shortstop Freddy Galvis to first baseman Mark Minicozzi.

With a final score of 10-9 (his team won), Joshua Torres' pitching effort detailed above is all the more impressive. Juan Centeno finished 1-for-3 with a walk, and an RBI.

Brewers' Wagner steps up in relief in Fall League Milwaukee's prospect threw two perfect innings in a win for Glendale By Teddy Cahill / MLB.com Link includes previously filmed photos/scouting report...

Puerto Rico Box Score Very exciting that 20-year-old RHP Joshua Torres, who led the Arizona Rookie League in ERA for the Maryvale Brewers this summer, will be making starts in his native Puerto Rico this winter. Kudos to the Brewers for the Torres signing, as he went undrafted (Puerto Rico prospects are draft-eligible). Of course, if Torres was that promising, maybe it would have been wiser to spend a draft pick on him . In Tuesday's game, Torres' line -- 5 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 3 BB, 6 K, 1 WP, 1 GB out, 5 fly outs Carolina Top of the 1st Enrique Hernandez pops out to first baseman Ruben Gotay. Ozzie Martinez grounds out, shortstop Ivan De Jesus to first baseman Ruben Gotay. Danny Dorn hits a ground-rule double (2) on a fly ball to left field. Anthony Garcia flies out to center fielder John Andreoli. Carolina Top of the 2nd Cameron Seitzer strikes out swinging. Jeff Dominguez walks. Jesus Feliciano pops out to third baseman Jonathan Mota. With Carlos Corporan batting, Jeff Dominguez caught stealing 2nd base, catcher Michael Perez to shortstop Ivan De Jesus. Carolina Top of the 3rd Carlos Corporan strikes out swinging. Rene Garcia strikes out swinging. Enrique Hernandez flies out to right fielder Jon Garcia. Carolina Top of the 4th Ozzie Martinez flies out to right fielder Jon Garcia. Danny Dorn walks. Anthony Garcia singles on a line drive to center fielder John Andreoli. Danny Dorn to 2nd. Cameron Seitzer strikes out swinging. Jeff Dominguez singles on a ground ball to second baseman Nolan Fontana. Danny Dorn to 3rd. Anthony Garcia to 2nd. Jesus Feliciano walks. Danny Dorn scores. Anthony Garcia to 3rd. Jeff Dominguez to 2nd. Carlos Corporan called out on strikes. Carolina Top of the 5th Rene Garcia singles on a line drive to left fielder Marcos Derkes. With Enrique Hernandez batting, wild pitch by Joshua Torres, Rene Garcia to 3rd. Enrique Hernandez out on a sacrifice fly to left fielder Marcos Derkes. Rene Garcia scores. Ozzie Martinez flies out to right fielder Jon Garcia. Danny Dorn strikes out swinging. *** Game still underway. Torres' teammate, new 40-man roster catcher Juan Centeno, is DH'ing in the cleanup spot here, final numbers for him later on.

Tyrone Taylor 1-for-4 with a walk (one K), outfield assist here: Surprise Bottom of the 1st Mallex Smith lines out to center fielder Tyrone Taylor. Deven Marrero singles on a ground ball to center fielder Tyrone Taylor, deflected by shortstop Tim Anderson. Jace Peterson doubles (4) on a sharp fly ball to center fielder Tyrone Taylor. Deven Marrero scores. Jace Peterson out at 3rd, center fielder Tyrone Taylor to second baseman Domingo Leyba to third baseman Hector Gomez. Mike Miller grounds out, shortstop Tim Anderson to first baseman Nick Basto. *** Hector Gomez 1-for-4 with an HBP, also his first 2014 fall league stolen base.

If you're on this forum (so the interest is there, obviously), you really need to block out 36 minutes of fantastic organizational talk here. Enjoy!

Here's the Gameday link -- we're getting some pitch f/x data on RHP Tyler Wagner today. Two much-needed perfect innings -- Surprise Bottom of the 5th Pitching Change: Tyler Wagner replaces Zach Davies. Kyle Waldrop grounds out, second baseman Domingo Leyba to first baseman Nick Basto. Sean Coyle flies out to right fielder Steven Moya. Pat Cantwell grounds out, third baseman Hector Gomez to first baseman Nick Basto. Surprise Bottom of the 6th Mallex Smith grounds out, second baseman Domingo Leyba to first baseman Nick Basto. Deven Marrero called out on strikes. Jace Peterson grounds out, first baseman Nick Basto to pitcher Tyler Wagner.

Colorado Springs releases 2015 schedule -- plan your vacation now.

Tuesday afternoon -- Use this box score / game log link as CF Tyrone Taylor (batting 2nd) and 3B Hector Gomez (batting 3rd!) are in the starting Glendale lineup.

NOTE: Several media links this offseason with a minor league focus will likely be linked in both the Minor League Forum as well as this Major League Forum thread. *** Via Chris Mehring's Rattler Radio Blog -- AUDIO: Welcome to the inaugural Rattler Radio Podcast. In the first episode, Timber Rattlers manager Matt Erickson discusses the World Series, Fall Instructional for the Brewers minor league players, possible 2015 Timber Rattlers, and much much more.

Via Chris Mehring's Rattler Radio Blog -- AUDIO: Welcome to the inaugural Rattler Radio Podcast. In the first episode, Timber Rattlers manager Matt Erickson discusses the World Series, Fall Instructional for the Brewers minor league players, possible 2015 Timber Rattlers, and much much more.

AUDIO Via the Bill Michaels Show 11/4 -- Doug Melvin touches on a variety of topics with Bill

AUDIO 11/04: Adam McCalvy on WSSP's Morning Show (begins at the one minute, 30 second mark)

No Brewer players took part in a light-schedule winter league Monday.

VIDEO via MLB.com: Brewers prospect Tyrone Taylor is ready to learn in the AFL and is excited to take on the challenge of playing its strong competition.

VIDEO: MLB.com's Jim Duquette on Ramirez, Lind More from MLB.com - McCalvy on Lind, then Lucroy up for Gold Glove honors - highlight video.

As per Spanish reporter @WilmerReina, Tim Dillard's Brewers minor league contract includes an invite to big league spring training.