Omar Vizquel: Now That's Dedication

San Francisco Giants veteran Omar Vizquel set the big league record for most games played at shortstop after a doubleheader against the Florida Marlins Sunday.

These things tend to happen with old people. Nevertheless, we are impressed with the 11-time Gold Glover's resilience and dedication.

The second game of the twin bill marked game #2,584 for the 41-year-old Vizquel, surpassing Hall of Famer and fellow Venezuelan Luis Aparicio.

Way to go, buddy! You can totally retire now.

[ESPN]

Omar Vizquel is Kinda Old

San Francisco Giants shortstop Omar Vizquel and his vacuum glove will be out roughly 4-5 weeks after having arthroscopic surgery Wednesday to remove torn cartilage from his left knee.

The 11-time Gold Glover, who will turn 41 in April, felt a pop when he was running Tuesday, and an MRI revealed the injury. With Omar rehabbing, Kevin Frandsen will become the starting shortstop this spring.

Vizquel signed a $5.3 million, one-year deal for a fourth season in November, including a club option for a second season. He batted just .246 with four homers and 51 RBIs last season, but rocked up the middle as always.

[San Francisco Chronicle]

Omar Vizquel: So Much for the Youth Movement

Eleven-time Gold Glove shortstop Omar Vizquel agreed to a $5.3 million, one-year deal with his San Francisco Giants Friday, including a club option that could bring his worth to $10.2 million over two seasons.

He’s guaranteed $5 million next season, and the Giants have a $5.2 million option for 2009 with a $300,000 buyout.

Slumping offensively, Vizquel batted just .246 this season, but played defense up the middle like a young buck, which is probably the reason he’s still able to get a contract at the age of 40.

This post also appears on Crooked Pitch, where I will be guest-blogging Saturday afternoon.

[San Francisco Chronicle]