High School: Avon Grove HS (West Grove, PA), School: West Chester University of Pennsylvania (West Chester, PA), Debut: If I saw 20 at bats that summer, I bet you he got like 12 or 13 hits. Wendle was 145 pounds his senior year, went undrafted, and major college programs ignored him. Joey Wendle had managed just three singles in his last 32 at-bats as the calendar flipped to October in 2016. A visual look at how Joe Wendle ranks across the league, conference, division, and team. Special thanks to the good folks of Avon Grove School District, especially Athletic Director Vanessa Robitson for putting us in contact with Joeys coaches, and all the coaches above who took the time to chat with us. Tampa Bay Rays activated 2B Joey Wendle from the paternity list. The 32-year-old had a .259/.27/.360 slash line with three homers and 12 steals in 101 games last season, and he could open 2023 as the Marlins' starting shortstop after Miguel Rojas was shipped to the Dodgers. Bat talent is a funny thing because it can look very different depending on the decisions a player makes about his swing. A 2021 All-Star and Gold Glove finalist at third base, the left-handed-hitting Wendle has started seven of 11 games at the hot corner in a platoon role with the right-handed-hitting Brian Anderson. But another thing happened in 2021, which is that Wendle played 200 innings at shortstop. Every day, I look forward to coming in -- between the staff and the players, the guys who you spend every day with. And Joey Wendle isnt from either of these two towns anyway. Fellow 2019 Draft picks JJ Bleday (No. Joey Wendle would really like to be at Tropicana Field this week, playing for his new Marlins team against his old Rays mates. A look at the injuries for Joe Wendle, and the financial implications. Also, Arraez is part of what the Marlins hope Cooper will give them with the batting average. Though McCue was a little hazy on which brother pulled which prank, two in particulary that stood out in his memory involved a booby trapped ceiling fan, which led to retaliatory drywall screws in a stick of deodorant. Anderson should be on 3B, with Wendle as his backup. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Yes, they would be worse because Cooper will take his annual leave on the IL during the season while Arraez has played. The guy has been given a ridiculously embarrassing level of job security for such an injury-prone meh player. Joey Wendle was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 6th round of the 2012 MLB June Amateur Draft from West Chester University of Pennsylvania (West Chester, PA). Oakland Athletics optioned 2B Joey Wendle to Nashville Sounds. For the rest, Arraez is also better because he stays on the field. And the idea of signing a FA pitcher, so you could trade an existing pitcher, Ive just never seen that work out. MIAMI -- Joey Wendle is no stranger to winning. Right hamstring strain. As parents, we all want our children to grow up to have the character of Joey Wendle.. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. And they were as tough as any wrestlers Ive ever coached, McCue said. Cleveland general manager Chris Antonetti is among Wendles biggest fans. Throughout his career, Wendle has always done whatever it takes to help his team win. Tampa Bay Rays traded 2B Joey Wendle to Miami Marlins for CF Kameron Misner. Sign Duvall to play CF? In order to do that, you need a mix of offensive types. In corresponding moves, right-hander Johnny Cueto was placed on the 15-day injured list with right biceps tightness, infielder Joey Wendle was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right intercostal strain and right-hander Jeff Lindgren was designated for assignment. Hopefully we wont need one today. Right hamstring strain. They had broken up a core that should have competed but never quite did, and rolled with Wendle instead. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? But when you look at this kid, we have got something special there, I believe whether its sooner or in another year, Id take another Mark Ellis in a heartbeat., Susan Slusser is a San Francisco Chronicle staff writer. Do you have a sports website? Joey was tiny, Ben Wendle said. At the Arizona Fall League, the toolsy Misner went deep on seven of his 16 hits for the championship-winning Mesa Solar Sox. Right wrist fracture. I watched Joey play several times during the summer between his junior and senior year of high school. In 2023, The two sides settled at $4.55 Wendle started 58 games as a freshman in 2009, hitting .325. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Exceeded rookie limits during 2018 season, 2023 Contract Status: Its worth giving guys a shot, because sometimes it turns out that they can hit like a Joey Wendle, and run like a Joey Wendle, and field like a Joey Wendle. The Marlins announced Monday that Wendle (intercostal) remains shut down from baseball activities, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. Wendle is a week removed from suffering a right intercostal strain and isn't ready to ramp things back up yet. Wendle had been scheduled for a hearing Tuesday -- his 32nd birthday. He missed almost the whole baseball season that year, McCue recalled. Either way, you cant use one guys injuries as an excuse while burying the other for injuries. Odds and lines subject to change. The Miami Marlins plan at shortstop to start the season was simple enough. He tossed 136 2/3 innings in the minors last year with a 4.21 ERA, 20% strikeout rate and 9.1% walk rate. (Age 26-127d, "There's a lot of exciting arms from top to bottom and position players, as well. He is NOT really good at all! Because he was a short and thin infielder in high school, Joey was not easy for college coaches to identify as a college prospect. He doesnt model his game after anyone. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. The Marlins dealt for the Gold Glove-winning Stallings last November. The two sides settled at $4.55 million, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. Long-term the shortstop position needed to be opened for rookies Wander Franco and Taylor Walls, but having Wendle around raised the short-term floor. According to FanGraphs, Wendle has accumulated 0.1 Wins Above Replacement. Tampa Bay Rays activated 2B Joey Wendle from the 10-day injured list. Also, theres a name for a +10 defensive second baseman: a shortstop. Draft: Drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 6th round of the 2012 MLB June Amateur Draft from West Chester University of Pennsylvania (West Chester, PA). A cold front will move across Northern California on Monday, spreading rain chances as far south as the Bay Area. Wendle (intercostal) hit off a tee and did defensive drills Friday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. Joey chose West Chester because of the winning baseball tradition (two recent D-II College World Series appearances), as well as the chance to get on the field quickly. I was just working with Joey in the cage and hes so eager and he kind of looks like Ellis, body wise. Wendle wasnt just a slick-fielding utility infielder who probably couldnt hit: he was a symbol of everything that was wrong with a Rays team that had lost its way and given up on its window. He is eligible to be activated off the 10-day IL at any time, but it probably won't happen for several more days as he tests the muscle and rounds back into form. He is a guy who had a couple decent seasons at a time when MLB was using a live ball, and when you compare him to other players during that same time frame he is a meh player. And thank you to Danny Russell for interviewing Joey Wendle during the teams two trips to Boston last month. Also, by disabling these cookies you will also disable banner ads served by Google Adsense on this website.. For more information about these items, view our complete privacy policy.Read More. Joe Wendle assigned to Cleveland Indians. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. His wrestling coach, Frank McCue, calls the Wendle brothers as all-time baseball players and in-season wrestlers. They were competitive, tough, and hard to be defeated. He is expected to return in late April. Gambling Problem? Well goodness, whyd you trade him, then? For me, its simple when I compare the two with benefit of the doubt. Rare COVID symptom reported as latest omicron subvariant hits the U.S. El Nio is predicted to return. Wendle, though, doesnt think he is like anyone except himself. Please login to leave a reply. He works hard to put others needs ahead of his own.. A new coach, Jad Prachniak, took over at West Chester for the 2012 season following Mamulas departure for the University of Cincinnati. And of course he had a great senior season.. because of the way he looks and the way he plays. Contributing meteorologist Anthony Edwards tells us what to expect. But Wendles first step, slick footwork, and soft hands made up for what he lacked in arm strength. Its not known how long he is expected to be out but even mild oblique/intercostal strains can lead to weeks-long absences. They used to strap the electric dog collar on me and throw me over the line, Wendle said. Wendle is projected by MLB Trade Rumors to earn a $4 million salary in 2022, his second year of arbitration eligibility. 2B Joe Wendle assigned to Cleveland Indians. "Real good news," Miami manager Don Mattingly said. When you visit any web site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. It was his junior year. Everything done correctly. Not just his ability, but the person that he is, too.. Im not saying hes Mike Schmidt or comparable to Nolan Arenado, but every team cant have those guys. Hes played the three infield positions to the left of first base as well as some time in center and left. Oakland Athletics traded 2B Joey Wendle to Tampa Bay Rays for Player To Be Named Later. =========================== Nearly two decades ago, Andy and Ben Wendle were modifying the rules in Only 15% of Bay Area cities have met Californias housing plan deadline. Rapper E-40 alleges racial bias after he was ejected from Kings-Warriors Should S.F. But since 2018 hes been the 83rd best position player in baseball by fWAR, just behind Joey Votto and ahead of Giancarlo Stanton and Brandon Belt. To make room for Wendle on the 40-man roster, outfielder Lewis Brinson was designated for assignment. Joey, the youngest and always small for his age he wrestled at 98 pounds as a freshman in high school was determined to keep up in every sport, every game. Oakland Athletics selected the contract of Joey Wendle from Nashville Sounds. Miami Marlins sent 2B Joey Wendle on a rehab assignment to Jupiter Hammerheads. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Wendle sat out last nights Arraez should be on 1B. Hell, even Mark Canha managed to hit 26 HRs in 2019, and his next highest total both before and after is a whopping 17. Berti will bat eighth. During Wendles freshman year, the Avon Grove varsity team was stacked, so Joey saw little playing time. Wendle, 33 later this month, was bumped up to the clubs top shortstop option with this offseasons trade of Miguel Rojas to the Dodgers. E-mail: sslusser@sfchronicle.com Twitter: @susanslusser. The other thing that has always stood out to me about Joey, and this is a credit to his parents, is the way that he treats other people. Rays 1 Reds 8: Lots of chicken on the bone, Rays merch pouring in after 13-0 start to 2023 season, GDT: Introducing the Rays workhorse starter, TBD, Rays 8, Blue Jays 1: Leaving Toronto on a High Note, Tampa Bay Rays Dominate Toronto Blue Jays 8-1 Behind Alek Manoahs Struggles and Shane McClanahans Dominance, three homers during the double header sweep. MIAMI -- The Marlins and infielder Joey Wendle on Thursday agreed to a contract for the 2022 season, with a mutual option for '23. Ben Wendle is a physical therapist, and Joey said hed like to follow him. GDT: I hate brooms. He sets the example with the way he plays. Again, as you point out, another reason to question Ngs decision making. Hes kept his walks down to a 7.5% clip and gotten grounders on 44.5% of balls in play. But where was Wendle when that call came? I think the fact that Joey doesnt wear batting gloves and consistently plays hard, people almost miss out on the fact that he is an elite baseball talent, Prachniak told us. The team does have other infield options however, such as Garrett Hampson, Jon Berti and Jordan Groshans, so the Marlins could look to trade Wendle as well after he had a .259/.297/.360 slash line with three home runs, 32 RBI and 12 steals in 101 games last season. But hey, at least you guys will have a high team batting average with Arraez and Yuli. All business. Like I said, not everyone can have studs. So we were keeping track that way and I was also able to relieve a little stress through fishing and what not.. Still we were both wrong. Shortstops need an arm, too. Carolina Mudcats activated 2B Joe Wendle from the 7-day disabled list. Free Agent: 2024, More Joey Wendle Pages at Baseball Reference. His teammates, his coaches are universal in their admiration for him.. It certainly doesnt mean that Joey Wendle is boring per se. And if that werent enough, he also won the team rock-paper-scissors tournament. You want them to build a team that hits .290+ and yet youre complaining about how they let Brian Anderson go and just last week you were saying how you couldnt wait for them to rid themselves of Garrett Cooper? Joey grew up following, admiring, and competing with two very successful older brothers. Everybody asks us, 'Why did you trade Brandon Moss? You know that wasnt an easy decision for us to make and we were going to have to get someone we liked a lot, Forst said. Though 2011 was a bit of a down year for Wendle (he hit only .346 and his OPS dropped to .906) and for West Chester, he again excelled in another wood bat league the summer following the Coastal Plains League where he finished second in the league in hitting at .377 over 53 games for the Edenton Steamers while setting a league record for hits. Now we'll compare our variables and Wendle statistically over the two seasons prior to their signing. With the White Sox last year, he tossed 158 1/3 innings with a 3.35 ERA. All rights reserved. Barring an unexpected trade, Wendle appears poised to take over as the As a member of the Rays over the past four seasons, he reached the playoffs three times, including the World Series in Some high school data is courtesy David McWater. Rojas called Wendle after the trade and told him the club was ready to win now. Oakland Athletics reassigned 2B Joey Wendle to the minor leagues. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Joseph Patrick Wendle is an American professional baseball second baseman for the Miami Marlins of Major League Baseball. As a member of the Rays over the past four seasons, he reached the playoffs three times, including the World Series in 2020. Well, well see how Anderson does this season. Just looking at the pieces that are in place, I'm excited -- I really am to get to work.". He also has seen action in left field. But when Wendle landed on the injured list with a right intercostal strain after playing just three games, Miami turned So I think he's a tremendous add for us. The Marlins have placed infielders Joey Wendle and Brian Anderson on the 10-day injured list, tweets Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald. 2B Joe Wendle assigned to Carolina Mudcats from Lake County Captains. Oakland Athletics recalled 2B Joey Wendle from Nashville Sounds. When you make the playoffs, guess what type of pitchers you face on the good teams guys that throw strikes and pound the strikezone because the teams loaded with pitchers that struggle with control dont make the postseason. As a freshman, he saw little varsity baseball time, partly due to his size and partly due to the experience of the Avon Grove team that year. After adjusting the above contracts as if signed at Wendle's current age (32), a linear regression is performed, providing us with the following initial value. Oakland Athletics designated 2B Joey Wendle for assignment. It wasn't until he made the Rays out of Spring Training in '18 that he began to morph from a second baseman to utility player. Miami Marlins activated 2B Joey Wendle from the 10-day injured list. The Coral Springs High graduate was arbitration-eligible for the first time and out of Minor League options. Court strikes down Berkeleys first-in-the-nation ban on natural gas in Pop-up businesses could soon breathe life into downtown S.F. In his stead, Castano will likely take over the long man gig. I saw that during the first game. Every time I see him, I remind him. Court strikes down Berkeleys first-in-the-nation ban on natural gas, Your Privacy Choices (Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads). Wendle, 33 later this month, was bumped up to the clubs top shortstop option with this offseasons trade of Miguel Rojas to the Dodgers. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). He is expected to return in late April. Jon Berti will take over for him at shortstop and bat ninth. Only way he is having any type of productive season is if MLB juiced the ball again. Joey Wendle doesnt really have a third-basemans arm, and routine throws sometimes go offline since he needs to put more behind them than a prototypical fielder at the hot corner. He looks like he'll end up spending more than the minimum 10 days on the injured list. The top prospect from the Christian Yelich trade, Brinson slashed .203/.248/.325 in 320 games across four seasons for his hometown Marlins. Learn more. He posted 10 Defensive Runs Saved (DRS), mostly at Joey Wendle can do it all. Segura shouldve been an addition for 2B. The oldest, Andy, would go on to be a three year starter at Villanova, while Ben was an All-Conference outfielder at St. Joes. He was one of those players that I had to watch play a few times before recruiting, Greg Mamula, Joeys first coach at West Chester University, told us. 21+ (18+ NH/WY). . There is no panic in his play at all. Yaquis de Obregon placed 2B Joey Wendle on the reserve list. When Cueto departed with his injury, Lindgren stepped in and tossed five innings of emergency long relief, allowing four earned runs, four walks and three hits without recording a strikeout. Wendle sat out last nights game due to oblique soreness, which has now been diagnosed as a strain. The minute they face a pitcher that is pounding the strikezone, those OBP guys that cant hit are neutralized. He shouldn't take an extended period time to get back up to full speed once he's resumes baseball activities, but it's not clear when that might happen. On April 24 of 2019, an inside 95 mph Jake Diekman fastball caught and fractured Wendles wrist. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). He decided he wanted to go to a state school and he wanted to start right away.. The Indians, though, needed a left-handed hitting slugger and didnt want to go the free-agent route. Browse our online application for MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, EPL, or MLS player contracts, salaries, transactions, and more. Eligibility restrictions apply. Wendle has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to an oblique injury. 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