Joe Randa

54-Year-Old Third Baseman3B
 Free Agent  
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$Became a free agent in Oct. 2006.
Joe Randa: Intends to Retire
3BFree Agent  
November 3, 2006
Randa officially filed for free agency, but he intends to retire, the KC Star reports.
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Randa was limited to 89 games last year, mostly due to injury. He suggested that the grind of the game had gotten to him. “Actually, physically, I think I could play more,” Randa said. “But mentally, I know I’m ready to move on to the next stage of my life. With the mental part, there was kind of a grind to it. The hotels, the travel, it kind of wears you down."
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Randa had a good comeback year in 2005, setting career highs in several major categories. He'll start at third base for the Pirates after signing a free agent contract. He could be a good bargain for fantasy owners who don't expect too much power or speed.
Typically considered one of the more consistent hitters in the game, Randa is entering the twilight phase of his career. His signing with the Reds adds to the logjam for playing time for the team, with both Austin Kearns and Ryan Freel blocked from an everyday job. Moving to the Great American Ballpark might mask Randa's decline in power a little.
The Royals tried to trade Randa early in 2003, trying to get out from under his multi-million dollar salary. The deals fell through and Randa had a career year. His defense was among the best in the league and his offense was more than adequate. The Royals signed him to a one-year deal mostly because they have no secondary option. A repeat of 2003 isn't likely, but he'll still be valuable in AL-only leagues, where third base is a relatively scarce position.
He never hits 20 home runs, so no one ever mentions him among the top third basemen. He does, however, hover around .300 every season. He often hits 30-plus doubles and is a steadying influence on the left side of the infield. He's also 33-years old and worth something to a number of teams. He likely won't be a Royal in 2003 or will surely be traded before the deadline. The trouble is there is seemingly no answer at third in the Royals' minor-league system.
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3BPittsburgh Pirates  
August 15, 2006
The Phillies are reportedly interested in acquiring Randa, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
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3BPittsburgh Pirates  
July 30, 2006
Randa started at first base for the first time since 2004 on Saturday.
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3BPittsburgh Pirates  
July 19, 2006
Randa went 2-for-4 with three RBI Wednesday afternoon.
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3BPittsburgh Pirates  
July 6, 2006
Randa has hit well since coming off the DL, batting .363 -- 12-for-33 -- but has no position to play regularly.
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3BPittsburgh Pirates  
July 2, 2006
Randa returned to the Pirates on Sunday after missing three games on the bereavement list.
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