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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: May 2009
May’s Power Alley
Several pitchers have put up good numbers, but no one has been nearly as good as Zack Greinke. At the end of April, the Royals, Mariners, Pirates and Marlins were some of the top performing teams. That’s nowhere near the … Continue reading
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It’s fun to be an Orioles fan again
There was something magical about being at Camden Yards on Saturday. There was a feeling that hasn’t been there in quite some time. The fans are beginning to believe in the Orioles again. And that made the game fun. Watching … Continue reading
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Friday’s first pitch
The Wolf is on the hunt. And what happens when a pack of T-ballers spend four hours at the ballpark? The go more crazy than Carlos Zamrbano. Minus the anger issues. And how did an umpire toss so many people … Continue reading
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Manny an All-Star
Manny Ramirez if fourth in All-Star voting. That means the guy who’s been suspended for 50 of the season’s first 100 games. No doubt LA fans will want to get him over the threshold. However, one has to wonder if … Continue reading
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Thursday’s first pitch
For one day, young Orioles fans know what it feels like to win a World Series game. To be down as much as they were and come back is a glorious feeling. The Orioles had their most exciting win of … Continue reading
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Man indicted for death of Angels’ Nick Adenhart
From The Associated Press: “SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A grand jury has indicted the man accused of killing Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart and two others when a minivan smashed into their car last month. Orange County prosecutors … Continue reading
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Trivia: Man of Steal impostor
From 1980 to 1991, Rickey Henderson led the American League in stolen bases every season but 1987. Who was the temporary Man of Steal that season?
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Police: Steroid dealer says he sold to Nats
A man busted for selling drugs has apparently told police he sold steroids to members of the Nationals. The Associated Press story is on the jump.
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Stark to appear locally
ESPN baseball guru Jayson Stark will be in York on Saturday to promote his new book, “Worth the Wait: Tales of the 2008 Phillies.” According to Stark’s Facebook page, he will be at Bookland, 2114 S. Queen St. The appearance … Continue reading
Wednesday’s first pitch
Pirate Jack Wilson gets brushed back Wednesday. Eric the Wreck returns, and was anything but a wreck. David Ortiz was dropped. And streaks, streaks and more streaks. It’s Weiters time.
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