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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: September 2010
Wednesday’s First Pitch – Halladay wins 20th; Twins clinch division crown
Joe Mauer, left, and Jim Thome celebrate a fall tradition: The Minnesota Twins winning a division crown. The Twins do what they do. One part of H2O got to 20. And a close look at
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Tuesday’s First Pitch – Hamels locks down Braves; Who’s mad at Kenny Mayne
Give New York sports writers lemonade and they’ll give you lemons. The first day of a big week is done and the Yankees and Phillies extend their leads. And Scott Van Pelt is angry
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Monday’s First Pitch – Big series on horizon
Bobby Cox watched the action in Atlanta on Sunday. The Braves beat the Nationals, keeping pace with the Phillies and setting up this week’s three-game showdown. The week that will be. Say it ain’t so, Joe.
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Trivia: Really sloppy loss
What is the most runs a team has ever given up without any being earned run?
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Friday’s First Pitch – Is Jeter a cheater?
poll by twiigs.com And yes, we’re thinking ahead.
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Louisville Lingo: Famous home run call
“Kiss it goodbye,” was the famous phrase for which Major League broadcaster?
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Crazy Nyger Morgan suspended
Let’s make one thing clear. We still like Nyger Morgan. That said, he’s crazy. Now he’s going to have an eight game suspension after one of his more recent outbursts.
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Player Appreciation: George Decker, a local guy with a solid career
George Decker provides some insights into the way baseball was played in the 1800s. A time of fewer home runs, more stolen bases and even some interesting baseball strategy. A York native, Decker spent eight solid seasons in the Major … Continue reading
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