LaTroy Hawkins
Contract: Signed through 2008
- Height: 6-5
- Weight: 215 lbs
- Born: Dec 21, 1972
- Debut: April 29, 1995
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
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Newsbreakers
December 9, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins's deal with Milwaukee is for two years and worth $7.5 million, according to MLB.com's Adam McCalvy.
Our View:
All Hawkins has to do is pass a physical for this deal to become official. Get used to him in the eighth inning in Milwaukee.
December 9, 2009
Updating an earlier report, the Brewers have indeed signed setup man LaTroy Hawkins, according to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal.
Our View:
Assuming Hawkins passes his physical, the deal will become official. Hawkins joins the Brewers' bullpen the same day they upgraded their starting rotation with Randy Wolf. Look for Hawkins to set up closer Trevor Hoffman and be a decent commodity in league's the count holds.
December 9, 2009
The Brewers have started to aggressively pursue free agent LaTroy Hawkins and could have him signed by the end of the day, according the USA Today's Bob Nightengale.
Our View:
The Brewers don't really have a true setup man to closer Trevor Hoffman, a role Hawkins has proven he can handle with success, and thus Milwaukee's interest in him makes a lot of sense.
December 8, 2009
The Houston Chronicle reports that the Astros are interested in retaining the services of reliever LaTroy Hawkins.
Our View:
The catch is that the "Stros likely aren't willing to offer Hawkins a multi-year deal, which it may take to land him. The Orioles, Rays and Diamondbacks have expressed interest, so whichever team is willing to buck up will have the best shot.
December 5, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins is on the Rockies' radar, according to the Denver Post.
Our View:
Hawkins is viewed as a backup plan in case they cannot re-sign reliever Rafael Betancourt. Hawkins was notably a key member of Colorado's bullpen back in 2007.
August 26, 2009
According to Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com, the Astros will likely pull back LaTroy Hawkins if he is claimed off waivers. The team would like to re-sign him and view him as a possible replacement if they lose closer Jose Valverde in free agency.
Our View:
Hawkins will almost surely be claimed, but the Astros would be smart if they pulled him back. Sources say that Hawkins likes it in Houston and is open to returning next season, so he would be a nice insurance policy if Valverde decides to go elsewhere.
August 25, 2009
Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reports that the Houston Astros have placed right-handed reliever LaTroy Hawkins on waivers.
Our View:
Rosenthal says the Dodgers, Rockies and Cardinals are the most likely to pursue Hawkins and his minuscule 2.03 ERA, with the Rockies getting the first crack by virtue of their .568 winning percentage, the lowest of the three teams. If he is traded, it shouldn't affect his value much in leagues with middle relievers, as he figures to rack up holds wherever he goes.
August 12, 2009
As expected, the Astros have activated reliever LaTroy Hawkins off the DL, according to the Twitter page of Richard Justice. Hawkins was sidelined with back pain due to a case of shingles.
Our View:
Hawkins has thrown a few successful bullpen sessions over the last week, and he should be good to go tonight. He isn't much of a fantasy option in any league that doesn't count holds, but he has been very good this season.
August 10, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins threw 29 pitches during a simulated game Monday, and fared fine with no issues, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
He is feeling better after suffering from shingles, and Astros' skipper Cecil Cooper anticipates activating the reliever on Wednesday.
August 8, 2009
According to the Houston Chronicle, LaTroy Hawkins threw his first bullpen session Friday since landing on the DL with a case of shingles.
Our View:
The outing for LaTroy was encouraging and he looks like he'll return to the Astros when first eligible (Aug. 12th). He's been dealing with back pain as a result of the shingles.
July 28, 2009
Astros' beat writer Alyson Footer is reporting on her Twitter page that the team has placed pitcher LaTroy Hawkins on the 15-day DL with shingles. The team is expected to activate pitcher Doug Brocail on Wednesday to fill the roster spot.
Our View:
Hawkins has been pitching through the pain for a while now, but apparently it has become too painful to keep going. It looks like the Astros will be shorthanded in the pen tonight, but Brocail should be back tomorrow after a few rehab appearances.
July 27, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins' MRI on his back proved to be negative, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
Hawkins will be with the Astros for tonight's game against the Cubs at Wrigley Field. The club should be relieved that his test came back negative, as he holds a solid 2.36 ERA and 1.24 WHIP over 42 innings while working out of the pen.
July 27, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins is set to undergo an MRI on his balky back on Monday, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
Hawkins has pitched magnificently this season for the Astros, even through the back pain, and any bad results would be a huge blow to the suddenly contending team. The MRI is mostly precautionary, just know that there is a slight chance he could be shut down.
June 30, 2009
Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com reports that the Rockies would "love" to re-acquire reliever LaTroy Hawkins, but that the Astros are not likely to deal him because they are in contention.
Our View:
He says the Rockies are desperately looking for relief help, and that they have inquired about Joel Hanrahan, Chad Qualls and Takashi Saito as well (among others). If the Rox stay in contention, look for them to add someone eventually, with Qualls maybe being the most likely, even though the D-Backs might be reluctant to trade within the division.
June 19, 2009
This weekend's Astros series in Minnesota could be an "audition" for 'Stros reliever LaTroy Hawkins returning to the Twin Cities, according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
Our View:
Hawkins has been excellent for Houston in 2009, posting a 2.43 ERA in 29.2 innings, while picking up nine saves in Jose Valverde's absence. He could really solidify the Twins bullpen and provide an excellent setup option for Joe Nathan.
June 10, 2009
The Twins may have an interest in reliever LaTroy Hawkins, the Pioneer Press reports.
Our View:
Charley Walters connects some obvious dots here. The Twins need relief help, and the Astros are in the cellar of the NL Central. The Astros may be hard-pressed to make a deal until Jose Valverde (calf) proves he is healthy.
May 20, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins' sore hip has improved and he is fit to resume the closer's role, according to the Houston Chronicle. He sustained the injury Saturday at Wrigley Field and he said, "I feel a lot better than I did on Sunday morning when I got up. But I was at home Monday. I got in the hot tub and did some stuff in the pool instead of just taking the day off, letting everything get stiffened back up. I think it helped."
Our View:
Hawkins is a decent option among closers for deeper leagues while Jose Valverde is on the shelf. Hawkins should be fine to return to lineups. The Astros will battle the Brewers at Minute Maid Park tonight.
May 18, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins was not available to pitch Sunday after injuring his right hip Saturday, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Our View:
He is sore everywhere, and noted that he feels like he was in a car accident. It is uncertain when he may be ready to return. Hawkins has been filling in for the injured Jose Valverde in the closer's role.
May 3, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins earned his third save of the season on Sunday in the Astros' 7-5 win over the Braves. He got four outs without allowing a runner to reach base and struck out three of the four hitters he faced.
Our View:
Hawkins has done a fine job filling in for injured closer Jose Valverde and has some value in mixed leagues for the time being. However, he won't be worth much once Valverde returns and claims his old role.
April 22, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins worked a perfect ninth inning as the Astros beat the Dodgers 6-5 on Wednesday. He struck out one hitter while using 16 pitches to get his three outs.
Our View:
Jose Valverde was unavailable for tonight's game as he is dealing with a bruised ankle and strained calf. Hawkins now has two saves on the season, but he will likely resume his setup role until Valverde can return.
April 16, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins picked up his first save of the season on Thursday as the Astros beat the Pirates 6-3. He allowed just one hit and no runs in the ninth inning.
Our View:
Had the Pirates ever really threatened, Houston would likely have brought in Jose Valverde. Hawkins has limited fantasy value, unless your league values holds.
March 2, 2009
LaTroy Hawkins has been named to Team USA as a replacement for Joe Nathan, who opted out of the WBC due to a sore shoulder, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
The 36-year-old vet still does not hold much fantasy value as a middle reliever, namely as he is a not a consistent source for strikeouts.
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