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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: November 2009
Derek Jeter named sportsman of the year
Sports Illustrated has named Derek Jeter the Sportsman of the Year. He is, shockingly, the first Yankee to receive the honor. He is the first first solo baseball player to take home the award since Cal Ripken Jr. did so … Continue reading
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Monday’s first pitch 11-30-09
Is Bud Selig leaving us? Ten Hall of Famers under 30. And what does it say about the Pirates that their pitchers need internships?
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10 Best gifts for baseball fans
With the holiday season approaching we take a look at the best gifts you can get for your favorite baseball fans. Some of these items are of the high-priced variety because, well, we can dream. Some of these gifts are … Continue reading
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Second innings, second helpings and second chances
When it comes time for Thanksgiving dinner there’s one thing that’s as important as what you eat. It’s where you eat. Did you earn a seat at the “Big People’s Table.” Or are you stuck at the “Little People’s Table.” … Continue reading
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Trivia: Power outage
This season, Carlos Pena and Mark Teixeira led the American League in home runs with 39. Last season, Miguel Cabrera paced the Junior Circuit with 37 home runs. When was the last time the American League went back-to-back seasons without … Continue reading
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Tuesday’s first pitch 11-24-09
The Southpaw apologizes for the lag in posts. We had busy days at the office Friday and Monday. All that said, let’s get into today’s first pitch. Is Joe Mauer already a Hall of Famer? Omar Vizquel is on the … Continue reading
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Tim Lincecum, 20 wins, the Cy Young and you
That’s it. Now that Tim Lincecum has won the Cy Young award despite having just 15 wins, baseball fans are up in arms. Either they believe it’s an injustice that a pitcher could win the award without winning 20 games … Continue reading
Thursday’s first pitch 11-19-09
Mike Scioscia can calm down now. He’s manager of the year. But you know he’d trade that award for the pennant or the Commissioner’s trophy. Bud Selig is making the right call. And no, that wasn’t a misprint. The voters … Continue reading
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Negro leagues museum proposed for Baltimore
The east coast could have it’s first Negro Leagues museum, according to a the Baltimore Sun today. It’s interesting that this proposal has been made considering the struggles of the national museum in Kansas City. While Kansas City is the … Continue reading
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Poll: Free agent prize 2009
Who is the biggest prize on the free agent market? Jason Bay Matt Holliday John Lackey Chone Figgins Jose Valverde Created on Nov 18, 2009 View Results poll by twiigs.com
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