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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: April 2009
Trivia: Top picks
When was the first time two first-overall draft picks faced off in a World Series at-bat?
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Thursday’s first pitch
The Pirates still can’t beat the Brewers. Oh yeah, we have more A-Rod juicing stories. We’re so unbelievably excited. And are the Nats about to draft a cornerstone prospect.
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Inside the Box: Opening Day
Blogger’s note: Inside the Box is a view of life in the Press Boxes of Major League Baseball. We hope to bring it to you on a semi-regular basis. Today’s guest is York Daily Record sports writer Steve Navaroli. Steve … Continue reading
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Book Review: Worth the Wait
It’s just a game. And Jayson Stark seems to have never forgotten that. The ESPN.com scribe writes his columns and stories with enthusiasm that ordinarily only comes through the eyes of a 7-year-old who’s seeing his first Big League game … Continue reading
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Wednesday’s first pitch
Manny Ramirez smacked three doubles Tuesday. Alright everybody, give the Yankees a round of applause. The Bronx Bombers finally caught on that there’s this little problem of a supply and demand. They slashed ticket prices. Oh yeah, the big, fat … Continue reading
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The 10 best baseball songs ever
Here are the 10 best baseball songs.
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Off-season moves
With April coming to a close, the Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles’ major off-season moves are looking pretty sharp. Raul Ibanez is lighting up the National League. And Koji Uehara is pitching very well.
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Tuesday’s first pitch
Raul Ibanez parks the Phillies’ second of two grand slams Monday night. The World Champs have won four straight. Boston, however, has 11 consecutive wins. Adrian Gonzalez, Carlos Pena and Albert Pujols are doing something that hasn’t been accomplished since … Continue reading
Quick question
As of right now, who has the best record in baseball?
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Monday’s first pitch
It’s a tough task to scout Randy Johnson. The Mid-Atlantic sweeps. Carlos Zambrano takes some short hops at third. And in the “Today in history” section we notice a trend. No-hitters. There have been five of them on this date.
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