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As nominated and voted by the fans.




2007 Statistical Leaders for the Season

Batting Leaders

StatisticLeaderTotal
Batting Average Jason Donald .300
On-Base Percentage Jason Donald .386
Slugging Percentage Jason Donald .491
Home Runs Jeremy Slayden 14
Triples (Tie) Jason Donald
Brad Harman
5
5
Doubles Brad Harman 25
Hits Brad Harman 126
RBIs Jeremy Slayden 73
Runs Jeremy Slayden 71
Walks Jeremy Slayden 60
At Bats Brad Harman 448
Games Played Brad Harman 122

Pitching Leaders

StatisticLeaderTotal
Earned Run Average (Starter) Josh Outman 2.45
Earned Run Average (Reliever) Ron Hill 2.23
Innings Pitched (Starter) Andrew Carpenter 163
Innings Pitched (Reliever) Will Savage 62
Games (Starter) Andrew Carpenter 27
Games (Reliever) Will Savage 42
Strike Outs Josh Outman 117
Wins Andrew Carpenter 17 (Team Record)
Saves Brett Harker 13
WHIP "Bear" Hill 1.07


2007 Statistical Leaders for the Post-Season

Batting Leaders

StatisticLeader Total Rank Among
All Players
Batting Average Matt Thayer .400 3
On-Base Percentage Brian Burgamy .543 2
Slugging Percentage Brian Burgamy .625 2
Home Runs Brad Harman 2 T-1
Doubles Brian Burgamy / Jake Blalock 4 2
Hits Brad Harman 11 1
RBIs Jake Blalock 8 1
Runs Brad Harman 6 2
Walks Brian Burgamy 11 1

Pitching Leaders

StatisticLeaderTotal Rank Among
All Players
Earned Run Average (Starter) Andrew Carpenter 2.92 5
Earned Run Average (Reliever) Ron Hill
Will Savage
0.00 1
Innings Pitched (Starter) Andrew Cruse 13 1
Innings Pitched (Reliever) Ron Hill
Alex Concepcion
8 1
Strike Outs Andrew Cruse 14 1
WHIP Will Savage 0.14 2


The 2006 Most Excellent Award Winners

As nominated and voted by the fans.

Thanks to everyone who voted this year for the Most Excellent Award Winners.
Congratulations as well to all of the winners. Your fans appreciate what you do.
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The Jeff Lamana Memorial
MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD
To the player voted by the fans
as the 2006 MVP.

BRANDEN FLORENCE


2006 Most Valuable Player

Quietly and consistently Branden produced for the team from the beginning of the season until the end. He lead the team in batting average, hits, RBIs and total bases. His average was the second highest in the entire Florida State League, and his hits total broke a franchise record previously set by Rusty McNamara in 1998.

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The Uncle Crooked One
STRAIGHT SHOOTER AWARD
To the Best Starting Pitcher of 2006

JULIO DE LA CRUZ

The voting for best starting pitcher was the closest race ever in the five year history of the Most Excellent awards, but Julio De La Cruz picked up a rush of votes at the end of the voting on the strength of his no-hitter thrown on August 18th. It was just the second no hitter in Clearwater history and the first by a Thresher. He lead the team in strikeouts, and when he was on his mark he was nearly unstoppable. With a little more experience and consistency Julio can become a dominant pitcher.


The Eugene Tingler
AH, THAT'S A RELIEF AWARD
To the Best Relief Pitcher of 2006

NATE JOHNSON

Voting in this category was very close but Nate managed to edge out Threshers closer Adam Shafer for top honors in this category. Nate was solid out of the bullpen all year. He appeared in more games that any other reliever, and at season's end he had the lowest ERA on the staff.




The Monica Crupper
MR. PHOTOGENIC AWARD
To the player who showed the ladies
what they came to see in 2006.

MIKE COSTANZO

Mike was the run away winner in voting for this category. Not only did he keep the ladies happy at the ballpark, but his on field peformance was solid as well. He was second on the team in hits and RBIs trailing only Branden Florence in those categories, and Mike appeared in more games than any other Thresher this year while leading the team in doubles and home runs.


The Barbara "Scoops" Seymour
FASHIONABLE LATE AWARD
To the player with who did not start the season
at Clearwater, but who helped spark the team.

GREG GOLSON

Greg Started the 2006 season at Lakewood, but moved to Clearwater in late July. Over the final six weeks of the season Greg provided an offensive and defensive spark for the team. He hit consistently for power and when needed. He peaked at season's end by hitting for the cycle in the final week of the season.


The Pete Rose
CHARLIE HUSTLE AWARD
To the player who left it all on the field every game.

BRIAN BURGAMY

Brian was a speedster in the outfield and on the base path for the Threshers this season, and earned a promotion to Reading at season's end. Brian set a team record for runs scored in a season with 110, crushing the old record of 93 set by Gary Burnham in 1998. Brian also tied a record for walks in a season with 88 to join Nate Espy of the 2001 Clearwater Phillies in the record book.


The Psychic Barb
BRIGHT FUTURE AWARD
To the player most likely to make it to "the show."

GREG GOLSON

For all the same reasons that he won the fashionably late award he was a run away choice for the Bright Future award. Solid and consistent effort this season has got Golson wearing shades.






2006 Statistical Leaders

Batting Leaders

StatisticLeaderTotal
Batting Average Branden Florence .327
On-Base Percentage Brian Burgamy .397
Slugging Percentage Greg Golson .472
Home Runs Mike Costanzo 14
Triples Tim Moss 6
Doubles Mike Costanzo 33
Hits Branden Florence 162 (team record)
RBIs Branden Florence 86
Runs Brian Burgamy 110 (record)
Walks Brian Burgamy 88 (record)
At Bats Mike Costanzo 504
Games Played Mike Costanzo 135

Pitching Leaders

StatisticLeaderTotal
Earned Run Average Nate Johnson 2.57
Innings Pitched Derek Griffith 151.1
Strike Outs Julio De La Cruz 108
Wins Derek Griffith / Kyle Kendrick 9
WHIP JA Happ 1.03


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The 2005 Most Excellent Award Winners

As nominated and voted by the fans.

Thanks to everyone who voted this year for the Most Excellent Award Winners.
Congratulations as well to all of the winners. Your fans appreciate what you do.
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The Jeff Crupper dot Com
MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD
To the player voted by the fans
as the 2005 MVP.

JAKE BLALOCK


2005 Most Valuable Player

Though not flashy or showy, Jake showed a steady contribution to the Clearwater Threshers the entire season. He ended the season leading the team in six different statistical categories including hits, RBIs, and On-Base-Percentage.

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The Uncle Crooked One
STRAIGHT SHOOTER AWARD
To the Best Starting Pitcher of 2005

SCOTT MATHIESON

Though Scott finished the year with a losing record, he had a terrific presence on the mound, and left the games with a lead many times that was blown by the bullpen or by lack of run support. Scott was second on the team in innings pitched and finished the year with an impressive strike out to walk ration of nearly 4:1. Scott never seemed satisfied even with his best performances, and that is an attitude that is sure to keep his development rolling in the right direction.


The Eugene Tingler
AH, THAT'S A RELIEF AWARD
To the Best Relief Pitcher of 2005

NICK EVANGELISTA

Nick was a rock out of the bullpen all year for the team. He earned the respect of all of his teammates as well as the fans, and when he took the hill you knew that something good was going to happen. He ended the year with the team's lowest ERA, and the most wins of any pitcher.




The Monica Crupper
MR. PHOTOGENIC AWARD
To the player who showed the ladies
what they came to see in 2005.

BRYAN HANSEN

Though there was a mixed reaction from the ladies to the mustache he grew towards the end of the year, Bryan's Pat Burrell-esque good looks were enough to put him over the top in this year's Mr. Photogenic voting. Despite missing the first third of the season due to injury, Bryan's on-field performance was solid as well. He showed steady progress in his hitting, and finished the season strong.


The Barbara "Scoops" Seymour
BREAKOUT PLAYER-OF-THE-YEAR AWARD
To the player with who really
picked up their game in 2005.

TIM MOSS

Tim really made a name for himself in the Phillies organization with his performance this season. He was the only Threshers player chosen to the Florida State League All-Star Team and finished the season leading the team in seven offensive categories, including Home Runs, Doubles, and Stolen Bases. Tim was also named player of the game twelve times, more than any other player on the team.


The Pete Rose
CHARLIE HUSTLE AWARD
To the player who left it all on the field every game.

BRAD CORRELL

With his positive attitude and a bit of cockiness Brad came into every game looking to make things happen. His terrific personality has made him a fan favorite this entire year, and his effort on the field has earned the fan's respect. Only Tim Moss and Jake Blalock appeared in more games this year than Brad, and he finished the year third on the team in batting average and slugging percentage.


The Psychic Barb
BRIGHT FUTURE AWARD
To the player most likely to make it to "the show."

JAKE BLALOCK

For the same reasons that Jake was named the team MVP the fans voted him this year's "Bright Future" award. Good luck Jake, whereever the future takes you!.





MOST CONSISTENT HITTER

MARC TUGWELL

Marc had a terrific season and a great first-half of the year. At the All-Star break Marc had the highest batting average in the entire Florida State League, and had been a solid contributor to the Threshers playing three different positions. Unfortunately he was overlooked for the All-Star team and missed out on a well deserved honor. For the year Marc remained in the league's top ten in hitting and finished as his team's leader in batting average. Congratulations Marc on a season well played!


MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

BRIAN SELLIER

Brian was a late addition to the Threshers' roster this year, and he got off to a very slow start. Down the stretch he really turned things on and when he came to the plate the fans and his teammates knew that something good could happen anytime. He ended the year tied for first on the team in Doubles, and was second on the team in Home Runs, and Slugging Percentage, and was named the player of the game nine times this season.




DEFENSIVE PLAY OF THE SEASON

GREG ISAACSON

On July 26, 2005 with the Threshers up 2-0 in the sixth inning the Jupiter Hammerheads were threatening with runners at first and second and no outs. The player at the plate tapped a beautiful bunt. As the first baseman charged the bunt Greg rushed to cover first, but the throw from the catcher was high and he was forced to jump to attempt a catch. The runner coming to first barrelled into Greg and the two Hammerheads base runners raced for home to tie the game. Though he had fallen face first into the dirt after being crushed by the base runner, Greg had the presence of mind to leap to his feet and chase down the errant throw. He sent the ball sailing towards the plate just in time to get out the second runner and help the team secure a 2-1 victory.


BEST PITCHING BY AN INFIELDER

OMAR BRAMASCO

Though an infielder by trade Omar had a shining moment as a pitcher on May 2, 2005 when he came on in the final inning of the game. He proceeded to strike out two batters, and gave up no hits to become the only Threshers pitcher at the time with a perfect 0.00 ERA. The Threshers lost the game 11-3, but Omar's terrific effort made the game worth witnessing.







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2005 Statistical Leaders

Batting Leaders

StatisticLeaderTotal
Batting Average Marc Tugwell .297
On-Base Percentage Jake Blalock .367
Slugging Percentage Tim Moss .460
Home Runs Tim Moss 17
Triples Tim Moss 5
Doubles (Tie) Brian Sellier 27
Tim Moss 27
Hits Jake Blalock 138
RBIs Jake Blalock 63
Runs Tim Moss 80
Walks Jake Blalock 58
At Bats Jake Blalock 480
Games Played Jake Blalock 129

Pitching Leaders - (Min. 40 IP)

StatisticLeaderTotal
Earned Run Average Nick Evangelista 3.03
Innings Pitched Zack Segovia 139.1
Strike Outs Scott Mathieson 118
Wins Nick Evangelista 7
K:BB Ratio Scott Mathieson 3.5:1
WHIP Nick Evangelista 1.09

AWARD ARCHIVES

2004 FSL POST SEASON ALL-STAR
Utility Oufielder - Chris Roberson

2004 FSL ALL-STAR GAME
ALL-STAR GAME MVP - CHRIS ROBERSON / CF
All-Star Team Member - Ryan Barthelemy / 1B

2004 MOST EXCELLENT AWARD WINNERS
TEAM MVP AWARD - RYAN BARTHELEMY
Bright Future Award - Ryan Barthelemy
Breakout Player-of-the-Year - Chris Roberson
Best Starting Pitcher - Alfredo Simon
Best Relief Pitcher - Ryan Hutchison
Best Nickname Award - Jack "The AMAZING" Santora
Charlie Hustle Award - Mike Floyd
Mr. Photogenic - Lee Gwaltney
2004 SUPPLEMENTAL AWARDS
Pitching Performance-of-the-Year - Beau Richardson
Defensive Play of the Year - Jack Santora
Best Pitching by an Infielder - Nick Tempesta
Best Acting by an Outfielder - Ralph Santana

2003 MOST EXCELLENT AWARD WINNERS
TEAM MVP AWARD - Ryan Howard
Bright Future Award - Ryan Howard
Best Starting Pitcher - Ezequiel Astacio
Best Relief Pitcher - Bobby Korecky
Best Nickname Award - Jeff "Chucky" Phelps
Charlie Hustle Award - Sean Walsh
Mr. Photogenic - Vince Vukovich




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