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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: March 2010
Trivia: Opening Day Ace
As great as Sandy Koufax was, how many Opening Day starts did Sandy Koufax have in his career?
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Friday’s First Pitch 3-26-10
Ten days separate us from Opening Night. The Ichiro equation. Relying on The Flotilla.
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Thursday’s first pitch 3-25-10
If you love brevity, you’ll love this first pitch. Because of a ridiculously busy morning in the newsroom, we’re giving you some quick brief hits.
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The 10 best managers in the game today
There are 18 managers in the Hall of Fame. Managers get in because they are proven winners (Miller Huggins), revolutionary strategists (Whitey Herzog) or both (John McGraw, Sparky Anderson). Every decade in the game’s wonderful history – up to the … Continue reading
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So let it be written, so it shall be tweeted
For years all my friends wanted cell phones and eventually got them. I thought they were crazy. I didn’t want my parents having the ability to call me anywhere or at anytime. I didn’t want my bosses having the ability … Continue reading
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Wednesday’s First Pitch 3-24-10
San Francisco Giants’ Kevin Frandsen follows through on an RBI double off Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Gavin Floyd. Joe and the Twins are on Target. Ryan Howard and his donut. Jose Canseco and our Twitter account.
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Tuesday’s First Pitch 3-23-10
Albert the Great is having back troubles. Recapping the Whiz. Proving something in Chicago.
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Monday’s First Pitch 3-22-10
This is a really big deal. Pitching stands in the spotlight throughout many camps. And Dr. Nick gives us some advice.
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Trivia: King of pop
Which player won the most home run titles? A. Vladimir Guerrero B. Stan Musial C. Dave WInfield D. Boog Powell E. Darryl Strawberry
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