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Copy Editor Patrick Abdalla doesn't need performance-enhancing drugs to take a look at all things Major League Baseball. Whether it's arguing about the Hall of Fame, quizzing someone with a stat out of left field, discussing a good baseball book, or talking about "Field of Dreams," Pat always enjoys some infield chatter.
Monthly Archives: February 2009
Saturday’s first pitch
Today, we take a look at Barry Bonds’ legal issues, plus Johan Santana might miss Opening Day.
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Story to watch: A season at the Bay
One storyline to watch this season is how Jason Bay does in his first full season in Boston. He could be the Red Sox best all-around left fielder since Yaz. That’s right even better than Manny.
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Trivia: Underrated
Which American League player reached base the most times in 2008?
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It took long enough
Right after the World Series, The Southpaw was shopping for a T-shirt to celebrate the Philadelphia Phillies. There was an awesome one at a local department store. It had a roster on the back. Which was cool. Until The Southpaw … Continue reading
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Friday’s first pitch
Manny did what? Plus we have a roundup of Thursday’s games and highlight some of the best stories on the Web.
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A player to root for: Mike Sweeney
For every Alex Rodriguez there’s a Mike Sweeney. Sometimes we just need to be reminded of that. By Jerry Brewer The Seattle Times PEORIA, Ariz. — His youngest son, frail and shriveling to nothing, needed surgery at three weeks old. … Continue reading
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Thursday’s first pitch
It was good to see some action on the diamond Wednesday. But there was also some interesting off-field news. Including some reports on Manny Ramirez’s contract status. And a couple players might already be out for the year.
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Play ball
New York Mets’ Daniel Murphy scores on a single Wednesday by teammate Ryan Church as Baltimore Orioles catcher Gregg Zaun waits for the throw. In Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The Mets won 9-3. The World Champion Phillies got thumped by the … Continue reading
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Wednesday’s first pitch: Let the games begin
Yes. It’s here. The first day of spring training games. Here’s a look at today’s schedule. MLB.TV gets into the act with two games: The San Francisco Giants travel to the Cleveland Indians at 3:05 p.m. ET in Goodyear, Ariz., … Continue reading
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Trivia: Who needs the Yankees?
Of the 11 players who played in the most World Series games, only two never played for the New York Yankees. Who are they?
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