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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: April 2011
Trivia: Only in Afhanistan
Who was the first player born in Afghanistan who made it to the Major Leagues?
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Thoughs on Worley, Blanton and trades
Well, you knew somebody would miss a start. Turns out it the first of the Phillies’ Fab Five to miss a start will be Joe Blanton. He’s being replaced by Vance “Refrigeration” Worley. The youngster has pitched well in his … Continue reading
Tuesday’s First Pitch – Batty Bautista; Albert’s struggles
San Francisco Giants pitcher Brian Wilson throws in the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Pittsburgh on Tuesday. The Giants won 3-2 in 10 innings. It would seem players having good seasons are flying under … Continue reading
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Sorry about the lack of blogging
Out sick. Be back Wednesday.
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Trivia: First back-to-back blasts
Which team is credited with having the first back-to-back home runs in MLB history?
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Friday’s First Pitch – Enjoy Easter
It sucks when your team is out on the west coast and you have to work at 6 a.m. It means you go to bed having scene two at-bats. Not two team at-bats. Two player at-bats.
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Thursday’s First Pitch – Bud’s not your buddy; Rays on fire
Jamie Gewirtz, left, research specialist at the University of Pennsylvania, waits for Phillbot to throw him a ball at Citizens Bank Park. The one-armed, three-wheeled robot threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Wednesday’s game, bouncing it in front of … Continue reading
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Ten ways baseball can capitalize on the NFL, NBA labor wars
Baseball can really help itself this year and next. It can thank the NBA and NFL for the opportunity. Sure, some of these changes can’t be made for 2011, but they could be announced for 2012 to help drive up … Continue reading
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Tuesday’s First Pitch – O’s win big; Phils lose big; Battle in KC
Kansas City Royals second baseman Chris Getz (17) leaps past Cleveland Indians’ Michael Brantley as he throws to first to complete a double play in the third inning during a baseball game, Tuesday. More on Charlie Manuel’s bizarre decision later. … Continue reading
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