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Jeff Cirillo | Third Baseman

Team:	Arizona Diamondbacks
Age / DOB:	(43) / 9/23/1969
Ht / Wt:	6'1' / 207
Bats / Throws:	Right / Right
College:	USC
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Free agent Jeff Cirillo is leaning towards retirement since the Brewers aren't interested in his services.

Cirillo, who lives in Seattle, said he was only interested in leaving his family if the Brewers wanted him back. The Mariners don't need him, so it could be that he's done. He indicated that he might join the Brewers in a non-playing role. Wed, Jan 30, 2008 02:18:00 PM

Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Cirillo could opt for retirement
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Tue, Jan 8, 2008 01:16:00 PM
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Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

The Brewers have told free agent Jeff Cirillo they don't have a spot for him in 2008.

Milwaukee has Joe Dillon to fill a role as a backup corner infielder and right-handed pinch-hitter. Cirillo is hoping to continue his career at age 38, but his .249/.316/.368 line for the Twins and Diamondbacks last season isn't going to help his chances.

Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Tue, Jan 8, 2008 01:16:00 PM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Manager Bob Melvin says he will start Jeff Cirillo at second base for Monday's Game 4 of the NLCS.

Cirillo is starting over Augie Ojeda in an effort to ignite the Diamondbacks' stagnant offense. It will be the 48th start at second for Cirillo in his 14-year career.

Source: Arizona Republic

Mon, Oct 15, 2007 09:01:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Jeff Cirillo ended the longest active major league streak without making the playoffs, 1,617 games, when the Diamondbacks qualified this weekend.

"Even though I had to piggy-back to get there, it’s still nice to do it," Cirillo said. "I couldn’t be happier here. These kids … they don’t know." Cirillo is hitting just .200 since signing with the D-Backs, but he will make the NLDS roster.

Source: East Valley Tribune

Tue, Oct 2, 2007 07:57:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Diamondbacks claimed IF Jeff Cirillo off waivers from the Twins.

For a team that's still in contention, the Twins sure don't act like it. Losing Luis Castillo and Cirillo won't crush their chances by any means, but it's still odd for a team within striking distance of a playoff spot to part with veteran hitters when their offense needed more help to begin with. Cirillo will serve as a bench bat for the Diamondbacks.

Fri, Aug 3, 2007 05:54:00 PM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Jeff Cirillo drove in the winning run in the bottom of the 12th inning as Minnesota edged the Jays 2-1.

His pinch-hit, bases-loaded bloop single, barely out of John McDonald's reach and just in front of a diving Vernon Wells, scored Michael Cuddyer to end a pitching gem. Cirillo, who came in riding an 0-for-8 skid, is batting .270 with 16 RBI. Cuddyer singled, walked and scored both Twins runs. He's batting .286 through 70 games with 50 runs and 35 walks.

Wed, Jun 27, 2007 01:32:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Ron Gardenhire said Tuesday that he plans to play Jeff Cirillo more often at third base at the expense of Nick Punto.

Punto has been awful offensively, so Gardenhire is likely willing to live with the defensive dropoff Cirillo represents at this stage of his career. He collected three hits Tuesday against the Mets and figures to be in the lineup again Wednesday.

Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Wed, Jun 20, 2007 09:14:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Jeff Cirillo drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning of a 3-2 Twins' win on Friday.

Luis Castillo started the inning by doubling off reliever Kiko Calero, and Cirillo immediately followed with an RBI single. Later in the inning, Mike Redmond added an RBI single of his own, an insurance run the club would need after the Athletics scored once in the bottom of the 10th. Pat Neshek picked up the win in relief, with Joe Nathan recording his 12th save.

Sat, Jun 2, 2007 02:14:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Manager Ron Gardenhire indicated that Jeff Cirillo will likely start at designated hitter Wednesday.

Cirillo was brought in to hit left-handed pitching, which the Twins saw plenty of while he was on the disabled list. Unfortunately, now that he's back Minnesota isn't scheduled to face a southpaw in the near future.

Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press

Wed, May 2, 2007 10:02:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Twins activated third baseman Jeff Cirillo from the 15-day disabled list.

Cirillo will serve as Nick Punto's backup at third base and as a designated hitter against left-handers. He's a pretty weak option in AL-only leagues.

Tue, May 1, 2007 05:08:00 PM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

After playing one minor league rehab game at Single-A Monday, Jeff Cirillo (knee) declared himself ready to return from the disabled list.

Cirillo is expected to come off the DL Tuesday, with Alexi Casilla likely headed back to Triple-A to make room for him on the roster. "Maybe a little rustiness, but I feel good," Cirillo said. "I wish I had gotten on base, run the bases some, fielded a few more balls. I'm a little disappointed I didn't get enough (action) to really tell me what's going on. But I think I'm all right."

Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press

Tue, May 1, 2007 09:34:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Jeff Cirillo (knee) took batting practice and said he plans to be ready to play Tuesday.

His first two weeks back from arthroscopic knee surgery will be on artificial turf in St. Petersburg and Minneapolis. "The turf actually might help, just because it's more of a solid foundation. There's no slip to deal with," Cirillo said. "Taking grounders yesterday, the infield was kind of wet."

Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press

Sun, Apr 29, 2007 09:57:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Jeff Cirillo (knee) could be activated from the disabled list as soon as Tuesday, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.

Cirillo underwent knee surgery on April 11.

Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Sat, Apr 28, 2007 10:26:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

According to the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Jeff Cirillo (knee) is hoping to return in about 7-10 days.

Cirillo, who underwent knee surgery on April 11, is expected to increase his running program this weekend.

Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Thu, Apr 26, 2007 10:09:00 AM

Jeff Cirillo - 3B - Diamondbacks

Jeff Cirillo (knee) said Tuesday that he's hoping to return in two weeks.

Cirillo was given a 3-6 week timetable after undergoing knee surgery on April 11, so he's shooting for the three-week mark.

Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Wed, Apr 18, 2007 10:00:00 AM

Depth Charts

Batters
Pos	Role	Name
C	1	Miguel Montero
	2	Wil Nieves
1B	1	Paul Goldschmidt
	2	Eric Hinske
2B	1	Aaron Hill D.L. Aaron Hill will have his left hand examined by a doctor next Monday. That will be two weeks after Hill was hoping to get the go-ahead to resume baseball activities, as his fractured hand is healing much slower than expected. The original timetable had him possibly returning by late May, but he probably won't be activated until well into June now. May 21
	2	Willie Bloomquist D.L. Willie Bloomquist (oblique) could begin a rehab assignment midway through the week. Bloomquist has been playing games at extended spring training and hasn't had any recent setbacks. He should be ready for activation before the end of the month. May 19
	3	Josh Wilson
SS	1	Cliff Pennington
	2	Didi Gregorius
3B	1	Martin Prado
	2	Eric Chavez
LF	1	Jason Kubel
	2	Gerardo Parra
CF	1	Adam Eaton D.L. Diamondbacks general manager Kevin Towers said Thursday that Adam Eaton will "probably" get a second opinion on his left elbow from Dr. James Andrews in the coming days. Eaton was recently pulled off his minor league rehab assignment due to renewed discomfort in his elbow. Towers said an MRI showed fluid around his ulnar collateral ligament, but no new damage was found. As of now, he's expected to rest for 2-3 weeks before restarting his rehab program, but he'll get Andrews' opinion just to be on the safe side. May 23
	2	A.J. Pollock
RF	1	Cody Ross
Starting Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
S	1	Ian Kennedy
	2	Brandon McCarthy
	3	Trevor Cahill
	4	Wade Miley
	5	Patrick Corbin
	6	Daniel Hudson D.L. Daniel Hudson (elbow) gave up two runs on five hits over four innings in an extended spring training game on Friday. It's the first time since last year's Tommy John surgery that Hudson has faced hitters wearing a different uniform. The D'Backs says the righty's fastball sat in the 91-93 mph range, which is obviously a good sign. "The light at the end of the tunnel is getting a little bit brighter now," Hudson said. Hudson will appear in another extended spring game next week and doesn't appear far off from a rehab assignment. He could be back as soon as late June if all goes well, though the big club doesn't currently have room for him in the rotation. May 19
Relief Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
R	1	J.J. Putz D.L. J.J. Putz (elbow) has been playing catch from 90 feet and doing strengthening exercises, Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson said Saturday. There is still no timetable for a return, and the Diamondbacks will proceed with caution with their 36-year-old closer. But it's promising that Putz is back to throwing less than a month after there were reports he could need season-ending surgery to fix his elbow problems. May 25
	2	Heath Bell
	3	David Hernandez
	4	Matt Reynolds
	5	Brad Ziegler
	6	Josh Collmenter
	7	Tony Sipp
	8	Will Harris

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