Troy Glaus
Contract: Signed through 2009
- Height: 6-5
- Weight: 240 lbs
- Born: Aug 3, 1976
- Debut: July 31, 1998
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 23, 2009
Updating a previous report, the Braves have indeed signed Troy Glaus to a one-year deal, according to Fox Sports.
Our View:
The deal is incentive-laden, not surprising given Glaus' history of injuries, and will be officially announced assuming he passes a physical over the next day or two. Glaus will play first base for the Braves and should hit somewhere in the middle of their lineup. He still possesses nice power and could end up as a late-round bargain this year if he can stay healthy.
December 23, 2009
The Braves are closing in on a deal with Troy Glaus, according to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal.
Our View:
Assuming he signs, Glaus will play first base in Atlanta, signaling that they won't re-sign Adam LaRoche. Glaus will still be eligible at third base in fantasy in 2010 and could make for a decent late-round flier given his nice power potential.
December 14, 2009
Troy Glaus covets a full-time gig as a corner infielder for 2010, rather than working in a DH role, according to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.
Our View:
Glaus made his medical records available for all 30 MLB teams. He is 33 and coming off an injury-spoiled 2009 campaign, but apparently still has faith he can handle a regular job in the field.
December 1, 2009
The St. Louis Cardinals will not offer free-agent-to-be Troy Glaus salary arbitration, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
Glaus, 33 years old, appeared in just 14 games last season due to injury, and were the team to offer him arbitration, it would almost certainly be the best offer he would get, prompting him to accept. That is not something the Cardinals want. He will play elsewhere in 2010, most likely the American League.
October 5, 2009
Troy Glaus will be a part of the Cardinals' NLDS roster when they battle the Dodgers, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Glaus missed most of the season while rehabbing from shoulder surgery, but could help the club in the playoffs as a power source off the bench.
October 1, 2009
Troy Glaus mad ethe start at third base on Thursday, and he made the most of his opportunity to get in the lineup. Glaus went 2-for-5 with a double, two runs scored, and two RBI in the Cardinals' 13-0 win over the Reds.
Our View:
Glaus is trying to play his way onto the postseason roster, and he helped his cause with his performance today. If he can stay healthy and get his timing back, he could be a dangerous bat off the bench for the Cards in the postseason.
September 29, 2009
According to MLB.com, Troy Glaus has rejoined the Cardinals and is available to come off the bench in Tuesday's game against the Reds.
Our View:
Glaus has had a litany of injuries this season that has lead to just 17 at-bats with the Cardinals in 2009. He'll likely get some pinch hitting opportunities, but won't see much action over the final week as Tony LaRussa has plenty of other options and will want to keep his regulars on their toes heading into postseason play.
September 21, 2009
Troy Glaus did not join the Cardinals for Monday's game at Houston, and his return to the diamond is uncertain while dealing with a strained oblique, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
Glaus could sit out the entire nine-game road trip, but GM John Mozeliak did not rule out re-evaluating him at the end of the weekend. He is only 3-for-17 since coming off the DL.
September 15, 2009
According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, Tony LaRussa said he's not sure when injured third baseman Troy Glaus (oblique) will be available.
Our View:
LaRussa addressed the situation in this roundabout way, "You're only talking about three weeks left in the season. It's definitely not a good development. If a guy's played all year long and he misses 10 days, it's less of a factor than if you miss five months and come back in and you're trying to get going. It's not a good time to miss time." Sounds like he's not thrilled with the situation. And the Cards likely aren't thrilled with Glaus' 3-for-17 stint since coming off the DL.
September 14, 2009
Troy Glaus is day-to-day while nursing a sore oblique muscle, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
The slugger had a shot to make a start at third base for today's home game against Florida if healthy. He suffered the injury while working as a pinch-hitter in Saturday's game.
September 2, 2009
The St. Louis Post Dispatch reports that Troy Glaus will not receive much playing time despite his September call-up.
Our View:
Glaus can't throw across the diamond anymore, so he's useless at third base, and the big righty hit just .212/.340/.329 in his rehab, so he's pretty much useless at the dish as well. He'll likely just be relegated to pinch hitting duty or get the very rare start at first base when Albert Pujols sits.
September 1, 2009
TSN.ca reports that the Cardinals have activated third baseman Troy Glaus from the 15-day disabled list.
Our View:
Glaus, who has missed the entire season, will get some at-bats off the bench and may get a spot start at first if the team wants to rest Albert Pujols due to a ten-game cushion in the NL Central. He's too banged up to play third anymore though and will likely just be some pop off the pine for Tony LaRussa. A free agent at season's end, he is unlikely to return to St. Louis next season.
September 1, 2009
Troy Glaus took live batting practice against Kyle Lohse on Tuesday at Busch Stadium, according to Cardinals' beat writer Matthew Leach. Glaus struck out in his first at-bat of the day.
Our View:
Glaus could see some at-bats in the next month for the Cards, but it sounds like he may be a little rusty. With the team having a comfortable lead in the division, expect guys like Mark DeRosa to get some time off over the next month, thus opening up some possibly playing time for Glaus, among others. We don't expect him to do much this season, however.
August 31, 2009
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch is reporting that the Cardinals plan to make Troy Glaus one of their September call-ups when the rosters expand on Tuesday. Glaus was rehabbing in Triple-A Memphis, but he left and will be evaluated before the Cardinals' game on Tuesday.
Our View:
Glaus has not played in the majors yet this season, so anything the Cards could get out of him would be an added bonus. If he can play, look for him to serve as a right-handed bat off the bench who may get a few starts here and there to give players like mark DeRosa a rest.
August 12, 2009
Troy Glaus (shoulder) said on Wednesday that he still expects to play this season, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
Glaus expects to head out on another minor league rehab assignment in a few days, with an eye toward being activated in early September. However, his balky shoulder is still expected to preclude him from any throwing when he comes back, meaning he'd be limited to pinch-hitting duties.
August 11, 2009
Troy Glaus (back) has again been cleared to swing a bat, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View:
The neverending journey that is Glaus' comeback continues. Don't expect him to have any sort of an impact in the Cardinals crowded lineup should he actually make it back this season.
August 10, 2009
Troy Glaus' ailing back is improving, according to MLBblogs.com.
Our View:
Glaus will meet with Dr. Paletta tonight, and is hoping that he could get the green light to swing off a tee Tuesday. He has been throwing, and his surgically-repaired shoulder is feeling good as well.
August 4, 2009
Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Troy Glaus has been shut down "indefinitely" after the bugling disc in his back failed to improve after pain injections.
Our View:
What little chance the Cardinals had of trading Glaus this month after the non-waivers trading deadline likely goes up in smoke with this development. The team also has little inventive to hurry him back, since there is no place for him on their major league roster. Don't expect to hear his name too many more times in 2009.
July 28, 2009
Troy Glaus' minor league rehab assignment has been put on hold as the third baseman is suffering from persistent back pain, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
There goes what little chance the Birds had of dealing their player without a position. If he is able to come back from his injury at all, Glaus should be one of the majors' most expensive pinch-hitters down the stretch.
July 27, 2009
Troy Glaus exited Monday's rehab game with Double-A Springfield in the third inning due to back spasms, according to the Springfield News-Leader.
Our View:
His back is sore, and Glaus is disappointed as he is trying to return to the Cardinals. This setback could hurt his trade value as well.
July 27, 2009
Troy Glaus indicated that he would be willing to accept a trade by the Cardinals, according to the Springfield News-Leader. Glaus said, "At this point, obviously with the trade there, there is not a whole lot of at-bats in left field. There is clearly not a whole lot of at-bats at first base. You need to be able to contribute and be a part of it. If that is in the cards, then great. If not, then we need to look somewhere else because it does not do anybody any good. You can't contribute to either side."
Our View:
Glaus (shoulder surgery) is playing in rehab games with Double-A Springfield, but still cannot throw across the diamond from third base. He realizes that scouts from interested teams are watching him, but he is merely focusing on getting healthy.
July 25, 2009
mLive.com is reporting that the Tigers have no interest in Cardinals' infielder Troy Glaus. Manager Jim Leyland told the media, "Believe me, with all due respect to Troy Glaus, his name has never been mentioned here, to my knowledge," Leyland said. "I want to nip that in the bud."
Our View:
The Tigers were mentioned by Ken Rosenthal as one of the team who may have interest in Glaus, but it looks like that is not the case. The Cards want to move Glaus somewhere, but they may have to look outside Detroit.
July 24, 2009
Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports indicates that the Cardinals will try to deal Troy Glaus prior to the July 31 trade deadline.
Our View:
The third baseman is still rehabbing from shoulder surgery at Triple-A Memphis, and remains unable to throw to first base. The Braves, Giants, Tigers and Rangers are expected to watch him play this weekend.
July 22, 2009
Troy Glaus has been scratched from his rehab start with Triple-A Memphis tonight with back spasms, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Joe Strauss.
Our View:
Only Troy Glaus could suffer a new injury while still rehabbing a six month old one. It's likely just a precautionary move, but definitely something to keep an eye on.
July 21, 2009
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch is reporting that Troy Glaus went 2-for-4 with an RBI in his first Triple-A rehab game for Memphis on Monday. Glaus also played left field and caught three fly balls without making an error.
Our View:
Glaus made three routine plays in the field, which is a good sign considering he has never played outfield before, but the 2-for-4 at the plate is even more encouraging. The Cards need another bat in their lineup, and if they can get anything from Glaus it would be a nice boost to the team. Expect him to get the call within the next few weeks unless he suffers another setback.
July 19, 2009
Cardinals' beat writer Joe Strauss is reporting on his Twitter page that injured St. Louis third baseman Troy Glaus will join the team's Triple-A club in Memphis on Monday. Glaus has missed the entire season while recovering from shoulder surgery.
Our View:
Strauss believes Glaus could rejoin the Cardinals on their next road trip, but it remains to be seen what his role will be when he returns. The Cards would like to get his bat in the lineup, but there is some concern about where he will be able to play defensively. He may be worth picking up if you need a bat, but don't expect him to come out bombing right away.
July 18, 2009
Troy Glaus will see action in left field in a Florida State League game, and Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports believes that may be an indication that the slugger could help the Cardinals as an outfielder later this season.
Our View:
The Cardinals do not want to trade Glaus, and he is open to playing in the outfield as he wants to help the club win down the stretch. He is worth stashing in fantasy leagues.
July 18, 2009
The Cardinals are considering a "promotion" of the rehabbing Troy Glaus (right shoulder) to Triple-A Memphis next week, according to Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
Glaus has been struggling offensively so far during his rehab assignment, but it's a good sign the team thinks he's healthy enough to go to Memphis. Keep an eye on him, particularly if you could use an upgrade at third base.
July 17, 2009
According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, injured third baseman Troy Glaus is struggling in his minor league rehab assignment.
Our View:
Glaus is hitting just .176 in four games with High-A Palm Beach and is expected to make the move to Triple-A soon. The bigger problem is that Glaus still can't throw across the diamond, so he has been playing first base and will make some starts in the outfield (to test the arm) once he arrives in Triple-A. The Cards will have to reevaluate Glaus soon, as he has about two weeks left to get his bat and arm ready before the team is forced to make a move.
July 15, 2009
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Joe Strauss reports that there is a "strong organizational suspicion" that Troy Glaus will require additional right shoulder surgery.
Our View:
No word on if this means that he might not be returning in 2009 after all, but it sure sounds like expectations are being lowered if he is. Glaus wasn't a great second half option for your team to begin with, but now he looks even less appetizing. If you are in dire need of help at third base, you'd be much better served by picking up, or acquiring, Alex Gordon, who is set to return on Friday after being out three months with a hip injury.
July 11, 2009
After being out the entire season to this point, Troy Glaus is set to begin a rehab assignment today for his right shoulder at Single-A Palm Beach, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
The Cardinals can leave Glaus in the minors for 20 days. This is great news for a team who has struggled offensively for most of the season, particularly at Glaus' usual third base. If he stays healthy, he provides an immediate answer there, and extra protection for Albert Pujols. He isn't worth adding at the moment, but if he starts out hot and everything looks normal, he'll likely will be.
July 9, 2009
According to the Twitter page of Cardinals' beat writer Joe Strauss, third baseman Troy Glaus is expected to begin a rehab assignment this weekend. If all goes well, Glaus could be activated and used in a pinch-hitting role soon after the break.
Our View:
Glaus has made some progress recently in his recovery from right shoulder surgery, and he could be available to pinch hit in just a few weeks. His fantasy value will obviously be nonexistent unless he starts to play every day, but he will be a nice option for the Cards off the bench.
July 1, 2009
According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, injured third baseman Troy Glaus will head to the Cardinals' spring training facility in Jupiter, Florida on Thursday.
Our View:
Team officials are reporting that Glaus could go on a rehab assignment as soon as two weeks from now, which would be a huge boost for an anemic Cardinal offense. Glaus has apparently been making big strides in his rehab from a torn muscle in his shoulder. He's spend seven to ten days in Florida before being reevaluated.
June 23, 2009
According to FoxSports.com, Cardinals' third baseman Troy Glaus has been progressing well with his hitting and he could be ready to start a rehab assignment as soon as next week. He is still struggling with his throwing, however, as he can't throw longer than 90 feet.
Our View:
If Glaus can hit, he can help a lineup, but if he can't throw then it won't be the Cardinals' lineup. With nowhere else to put him, the Cards may try to move him to an AL team looking for a DH, but Glaus would have to prove he is healthy enough to hit. It will be interesting to see how this goes down in St. Louis, so we will keep you updated.
June 1, 2009
Troy Glaus has been given the green light to resume baseball activities, according to the Associated Press. He is trying to return from right shoulder surgery.
Our View:
The best-case scenario for Glaus to return to St. Louis is mid-to-late July. He will begin with a throwing program and advance to hitting.
May 29, 2009
FoxSports.com is reporting that Troy Glaus will resume throwing on Monday and hitting shortly after that. Glaus is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery.
Our View:
The Cardinals want to figure out what Glaus' status is before making a move to being in another third baseman, probably either Garrett Atkins or Mark DeRosa. GM John Mozeliak has said that he wants to know where Glaus stands by the first week in June.
May 27, 2009
Cardinals' GM John Mozeliak has a feeling that Troy Glaus is less than 50-50 to return to the diamond this season, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
He has been recovering very slowly from January shoulder surgery. The source believes the club will search for a right-handed hitter to play third, with possibilities being Mark DeRosa and Garrett Atkins. Kevin Kouzmanoff is rumored to be on the Padres' trading block, and could be considered an option as well.
May 26, 2009
According to MLB.com, there is no optimism surrounding the Troy Glaus situation.
Our View:
Glaus' progress has slowed considerably and the team has yet to receive any positive reports about him. The Cardinals are supposed to receive official word on him next week, but apparently they aren't expecting good news. Glaus could very easily be done for the year and the Redbirds will need to start looking for replacement options at third base. Career minor leaguers Joe Thurston and Brian Barden were great in April, but have fallen hard and fast and the team will likely scour the trade market for a major league caliber impact bat. Melvin Mora, Mark DeRosa and Garrett Atkins have been listed as possibilities.
May 16, 2009
According to the Post Dispatch, injured slugger Troy Glaus is making progress on his surgically repaired shoulder.
Our View:
The good news is the shoulder is healing. The bad news is Glaus has yet to pick up a bat or throw a ball since spring training when he was told to shut down all baseball activities. There is still no timetable for his return and the team won't even offer a glimpse of when he may be back until early June. Don't expect to see much of Glaus this season. At least not until well after the All Star break.
April 11, 2009
Starting in November of 2003 and for the next three months, Troy Glaus admitted to injecting himself once every four days with the steroids nandrolone and testosterone, according to the NY Times. "It worked, and I was getting better," Glaus, who was recovering from a shoulder injury at the time, is quoted as saying to investigators. He also stated that he resumed using the steroids following another shoulder surgery in May of 2004 and stopped in August of 2004. These details match up well with what was disclosed about Glaus in the Mitchell Report.
Our View:
Well, hopefully Glaus isn't using steroids again in an effort to come back from his current shoulder ailment. Glaus shouldn't be punished by MLB for this, as he reportedly took the steroids before MLB instituted their new policy.
April 7, 2009
Troy Glaus is going to consult with Phoenix-based physical therapist Keith Kocher on scheduling matters regarding his rehab from shoulder surgery, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Glaus said, "Obviously, if I am going out there I want it to go well. First I'm going to sit down and talk with him to find out what the plan is. I have not heard anything specific yet but I probably will tomorrow then meet in person with him Wednesday."
Our View:
The Cardinals have agreed to transfer Glaus' rehab to Kocher after all parties decided his recovery had reached a plateau in March. The club does not have a timetable as to when the slugger will be ready to return to the diamond.
April 2, 2009
The Cardinals expect to be without Troy Glaus for at least the first two months of the season and can't guarantee his return before the All-Star break, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. "At this point, from everything that's been discussed, I don't think we have any real idea when we might get him back," general manager John Mozeliak said.
Our View:
While Glaus is out, David Freese will handle third base. However, don't discount the possibility that Brett Wallace could play his way into the spot.
April 1, 2009
Updating a previous report, Cardinal third baseman Troy Glaus will miss at least two months with a shoulder setback, according to the Houston Chronicle. He will be reevaluated on June 1st.
Our View:
So Glaus will miss at least two months and the Cardinals medical staff's poor handling of the team's players continues. Glaus should have had the surgery last year and would likely be good to go now, but it was put off until January. Now he is jeopardy of missing even more time. June 1st is not his return date. Just his reevaluation date. Keep that in mind.
April 1, 2009
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that their is no timetable in regards to the return of Troy Glaus from shoulder surgery. He is currently working with trainers on a new rehab plan. "Right now, we're looking for a plausible way to get his recovery going again," general manager John Mozeliak said.
Our View:
This is certainly a red flag. Glaus' shoulder is not performing at the level it was expected to at this point, and it seems there is no way that he will be able to return by the first part of May, which is what was originally hoped for. If he would need any sort of second surgery, he would miss the majority, if not all, of the season. At present, it appears that David Freese will be the Cardinals third baseman in 2009.
March 28, 2009
The Cardinals placed Troy Glaus on the 15-day DL on Saturday, according to PA SportsTicker.
Our View:
Glaus' surgically repaired right shoulder is apparently progressing, although it's tough to tell exactly where he's currently at in the rehab process given the secrecy that often surrounds injured players in the Cardinals organization. As far as we know right now, Glaus is still aiming for a return sometime in early-to-mid May, although there's no way to know for sure at the moment.
March 26, 2009
According to the Post Dispatch, injured third baseman Troy Glaus flew to LA for a checkup on his surgically repaired shoulder. It is considered to be a routine visit.
Our View:
Glaus halted all baseball-related activities about a week ago and there is currently no timetable for his return. The Cardinals tend to handle their injured players very poorly and secretively, so there is no telling if Glaus will play at all this year. At the very least his previous May return date seems far fetched at this point.
March 24, 2009
The Cardinals have tempered their expectations for Troy Glaus' return from January surgery to repair a muscle tear near his right shoulder, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. The club was previously hopeful of him returning to the diamond in April, but his rehab has reached a plateau and he has temporarily halted baseball-related activities to let the affected area more recovery time. He said, "I look at it like picking a scab. If you keep picking it, it will eventually get better. It is just going to take a lot longer. If you leave it alone, things tend to go quicker."
Our View:
Glaus has not swung a bat or thrown for almost a week, and there is no timetable when he may continue baseball-related drills. It looks like either David Freese or Joe Mather will be seeing more starts at third with Glaus' return set back a bit.
March 9, 2009
Troy Glaus hit around 20 balls off a tee Sunday, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. That marks the first time Glaus has taken swings since undergoing surgery in January to repair a muscle tear near his right shoulder.
Our View:
Glaus feels that he may be back sooner than early-May. Either Joe Mather or David Freese will cover third until he is ready to return.
March 6, 2009
Troy Glaus is progressing in his recovery from shoulder surgery, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. He has been increasing his intensity on the field, and is easing into a throwing program.
Our View:
Glaus feels that he may be back sooner than early-May, but setbacks are always an issue with shoulder rehab. Joe Mather and David Freese are battling to roam third for the start of the season while he is out.
February 17, 2009
Troy Glaus arrived at Cardinals camp and is recuperating from surgery, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Glaus cannot yet throw or hit and will be out until at least late April. Rookie David Freese looks to have the best chance at playing third base until Glaus returns.
February 14, 2009
Troy Glaus is expected to report to spring training at the same time as the position players, and the Cardinals hope to get a more precise timetable regarding his return from arthroscopic shoulder surgery, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. He will be evaluated by doctors next week.
Our View:
The club is hopeful he will be ready to play for the beginning of May, which will give him five months of action.
January 22, 2009
Troy Glaus underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder Wednesday, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Glaus will start physical therapy next week and his recovery is estimated to be 12 weeks, which means he is likely to miss at least a few weeks of the season. This means Brett Wallace has a shot to break camp with the team, though David Freese or possibly Brian Barden would have a better shot to start at the beginning of the year.
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