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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: June 2009
The Southpaw’s AL All-Star ballot
The Southpaw loves voting for the All-Star team, repeatedly voting online and at the stadium. Our vote isn’t always the same, but it’s pretty close. Here now, is our 2009 ballot. 1B: Justin Morneau. Mark Teixeira probably deserves it more, … Continue reading
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Wednesday’s first pitch
Troy Tulowitzki likes the high ones. Here he blasts a two-run homer on a pitch that’s well above the letters. CC Sabathia has a big test today. Is David Ortiz cured?
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Trouble in Wrigleyville
Ryne Sandberg is talking smack about Sammy Sosa.
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Triumphant returns tonight?
So many players have missed significant amounts of time, however several players are coming back tonight. 1. Grady Sizemore – The Indians are dead last in the American League Central, but Sizemore could have a huge impact. In the last … Continue reading
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Tuesday’s first pitch
Watch where you walk. You could trip over a Phillies pitcher. They’re dropping like flies. Somebody’s about to lose an eye in the Yankees broadcast booth. It’s the anniversary of the Ryne Sandburg Game.
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Baseball’s great day
Today is a fantastic day for baseball fans. Donald Fehr has announced his retirement as head of the Major League Baseball Players Union. One could argue Fehr was a fantastic representative for the players, especially in what he was able … Continue reading
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Monday’s first pitch
The Orioles completed a sweep of the Phillies. John Gonzalez takes on The Herd. And CC says Seeya in the second.
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Trivia: Getting the job done
Which player reached base more times than any other player in Major League history? A. Barry Bonds B. Rickey Henderson C. Ty Cobb D. Pete Rose E. Carl Yastrzemski
Friday’s first pitch
The Yanks are eyeing Pedro Martinez. Patience is big right now in the Mid-Atlantic region. And Trey Hillman says, “Be a man.” And no, he’s not talking to Chastity Bono.
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Surprise: Ibanez out for at least 15 games
From the AP: PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Phillies left fielder Raul Ibanez has gone on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left groin. John Mayberry Jr. was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Thursday to take Ibanez’s roster spot. Ibanez … Continue reading
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