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Tom Gordon

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  • Height: 5-10
  • Weight: 190 lbs
  • Born: Nov 18, 1967

  • Debut: September 8, 1988

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August 11, 2009

Longtime fireman Tom "Flash" Gordon has been released by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Our View:

Flash just wasn't Flash anymore. He has a 5.29 ERA since the beginning of the 2007, and at 42 years old, just can't get batters out anymore. It's been a great career, but we've likely seen the last of it.

July 28, 2009

Tom Gordon had a disappointing rehab outing for Triple-A Reno on Sunday, allowing three earned runs in just a third of an inning, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View:

"Flash" has been more like "Walk Very Slowly" during his rehab assignment, walking ten batters and allowing nine earned runs in just 4.1 innings. It might be time to hang them up.

July 25, 2009

According to MLBlogs.com, Tom Gordon threw a scoreless inning in a Triple-A rehab appearance on Friday.

Our View:

Gordon tossed 13 pitches (eight for strikes) and felt good afterward. He's scheduled to throw again on Sunday, and barring any setbacks, he'll rejoin the team next week.

July 23, 2009

According to the Arizona Republic, injured reliever Tom Gordon had another shaky rehab outing on Tuesday.

Our View:

Gordon has now allowed six earned runs and walked eight over just three innings during his rehab stint. He's struggling desperately with his command and doesn't look like he'll be rejoining the D-Backs any time soon. At some point you have to start wondering if this is an "injury thing" or a "just can't get it done anymore thing".

July 10, 2009

Tom Gordon will throw another live batting practice session on Friday, and likely head out on a minor league rehab assignment next week, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View:

Gordon hasn't really pitched effectively since 2006 when he was with Philadelphia, but could be a darkhorse candidate to pick up some saves in the second half of the season if he pitches well and Chad Qualls continues to struggle.

July 8, 2009

According to MLB.com, Diamondbacks' reliever Tom Gordon threw live batting practice on Tuesday. It is yet to be determined if he will need a rehab stint before being activated by the team.

Our View:

It looks the like D-Backs feel like Gordon is close, and if he doesn't go on a rehab assignment he could be back very soon. Even if he does take a short trip, expect him back with the team sometime soon after the break.

June 27, 2009

The Arizona Republic reports that Tom Gordon has been transferred to the 60-day disabled list.

Our View:

Looks like Gordon's gimpy hamstring isn't quite up to snuff yet. The ancient reliever likely won't hold any fantasy value even if he does eventually return to the team.

June 18, 2009

Tom Gordon threw 35 pitches in a bullpen session on Thursday according to the AP. It was the first time he had thrown since going on the disabled list on May 4 with a pulled left hamstring.

Our View:

It sounds like the ball is finally rolling toward a Flash return. When he does make it back, he could be a darkhorse candidate to close should something happen to Chad Qualls.

June 17, 2009

Tom Gordon could throw off a mound later this week for the first time since injuring his hamstring in early May according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View:

The ageless "Flash" has been monumentally slow in his rehab thus far, and doesn't appear ready to contribute any time soon. If he ever does come back, he could be a wild card candidate to close some games should something happen to Chad Qualls, but until then keep him out of your mind when it comes to your fantasy team.

May 27, 2009

Tom Gordon ran for the first time Tuesday since hurting his left hamstring May 3, according to the Arizona Republic. He reported no pain.

Our View:

This is encouraging, but there remains no timetable for his return to Arizona. He is not worth waiting for in fantasy leagues as a middle reliever.

May 16, 2009

According to the Arizona Republic, Tom Gordon resumed throwing Friday after a bullpen session on Wednesday that saw him collapse on the mound due to a hamstring issue.

Our View:

It's good that Gordon is throwing again, but his hammy seems to be excruciatingly painful and he's still a ways off from rejoining the team.

May 4, 2009

Tom Gordon is likely headed back to the 15-day DL with a pulled hamstring, according to the Diamondbacks' official team website.

Our View:

Gordon allowed four earned runs and three walks over a mere 1.2 innings of relief with Arizona, and won't be missed in fantasy leagues if placed on the DL.

April 28, 2009

Tom Gordon has been activated from the 15-day DL, according to TSN. He was recovering from a sore right elbow.

Our View:

Gordon won't hold much fantasy value as a middle reliever, but could help Arizona's bullpen with Jon Rauch struggling as a seventh inning setup man.

April 27, 2009

Tom Gordon could be activated from the 15-day DL prior to today's game against the Cubs at Chase Field, according to the Arizona Republic. He has been recovering from a sore right elbow.

Our View:

The club likes him as a gritty leader in their bullpen, but his fantasy value will be limited as a middle reliever. He is needed with Jon Rauch struggling as their seventh inning setup man.

April 25, 2009

Reliever Tom Gordon could return to the active roster on Saturday, this according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View:

Gordon hasn't thrown a big league pitch this season because of a wonky elbow. Though he is a long shot to contribute much, the fact that Jon Rauch has been so awful to start the year means that Gordon could end up pitching some important innings if he proves himself to be healthy.

April 14, 2009

Tom Gordon is expected to start his minor league rehab assignment before the end of the week, according to the Arizona Republic. He is recovering from a sore right elbow.

Our View:

Barring a setback, Gordon could return to the Diamondbacks' bullpen before May, but will only hold value in deeper NL-only leagues that feature middle men.

April 11, 2009

Tom Gordon pitched a simulated game before Friday's batting practice, according to the Arizona Republic. He is coming back from offseason elbow surgery. "His stuff looked pretty crisp to me," manager Bob Melvin said. "Hard breaking ball, hard cutter. He was letting it go with his fastball. I know he was excited about the outcome."

Our View:

Gordon could either throw another sim game or pitch in a minor league game. Either way, the timetable for his return seems to be creeping up, and he hopes to be back before May.

April 8, 2009

Tom Gordon, who is nursing right elbow soreness, is expected to throw a bullpen session today, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View:

Gordon is coming off elbow surgery, and is not expected to return to Arizona's bullpen until late-April or early-May. He will only hold value in deeper NL-only leagues that use middle men.

April 6, 2009

Tom Gordon has been placed on the 15-day DL by the Diamondbacks, according to the Arizona Republic. He is nursing a sore right elbow.

Our View:

Gordon is coming off elbow surgery, and may not be ready to return to the mound until at least early May. He is only worth holding in deeper NL-only leagues that feature middle men.

April 1, 2009

MLB.com reports that Tom Gordon will throw a bullpen session on Wednesday morning and his next sessions will come on one day's rest. The reliever is coming off elbow surgery, and all appears to be going well so far in his rehab.

Our View:

Gordon will not be ready for opening day, but he could return at some point in April. Regardless, he does not figure to be in line for ninth-inning duties and he does not hold any current fantasy value.

March 24, 2009

Reliever Tom Gordon threw a bullpen session on Tuesday. The 41-year-old hurler is coming off of elbow surgery, and he threw all of his pitches on Tuesday. "I expected to feel good, but not that good," he tells MLB.com.

Our View:

He's still in the league? Yep, Gordon is still trying to wring every ounce out of his oft-injured arm. Fantasy owners should steer clear until Gordon works in games and shows signs of turning back the clock a few years.

March 12, 2009

Tom Gordon, recovering from offseason elbow surgery, appears to be about a week away from throwing his first bullpen session since the operation, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Once one of the game's top closers, Gordon will open the season on the DL and, regardless of when he comes back, is highly unlikely to have any fantasy relevance. After compiling a 2.21 ERA in 89.2 innings with the Yankees in 2004, his ERA has increased significantly in each of the four seasons since while his innings have seen a significant decrease with each passing year.

February 6, 2009

Tom Gordon has signed a one-year deal with Arizona, according to KTAR.com. He will earn $500,000 guaranteed, and could rake in up to $2.5 million in incentives.

Our View:

The 41-year-old vet underwent ulnar nerve decompression surgery in October, and it is uncertain if he can make an impact with Arizona, who lost Brandon Lyon and likely Juan Cruz from their pen.

January 30, 2009

The Diamondbacks are nearing an agreement with Tom Gordon, according to the Diamondbacks' official site.

Our View:

Gordon went 5-4 last year with a 5.16 ERA in 34 appearances with the Phillies. It's unlikely that he'll compete for their closing job, but with a great spring, anything could happen.

January 29, 2009

The Diamondbacks are reportedly interested in Tom Gordon, according to the Arizona Republic.

Our View:

The club is considering the 41-year-old reliever to help fill out their bullpen following the losses of Brandon Lyon and likely Juan Cruz.

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