Monthly Archives: August 2007

Why is Nivar gone?

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Jim Seip

The Revs released former major leaguer Ramon Nivar before Thursday’s game, booting a .300 hitter in the midst of a division race. Here’s one opinion why.

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Mystery move

Posted on August 30, 2007 by Jim Seip

The York Revolution released infielder Ramon Nivar before Thursday’s game at Sovereign Bank Stadium. The former major leaguer batted .306 in 69 games for the Revs, hitting three homers and 14 doubles. The move comes at an odd time, considering … Continue reading →

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Cheery images for Phillies fans having breakfast

Posted on August 29, 2007 by chris otto

Images from the conclusion of the Phillies’ 4-2 victory over the Mets in 10 innings last night at Citizens Bank Park.

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Arm woes for Revs

Posted on August 28, 2007 by Jim Seip

York’s big showdown with the Somerset Patriots couldn’t have come at a more trying time for the Revs. York’s pitching staff needs a week to regroup after the club dropped five of its last six games. Here’s a quick rundown … Continue reading →

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Nunez headed back to affiliated ball

Posted on August 28, 2007 by Jim Seip

Before the first Atlantic League scrimmage of the season, the Milwaukee Brewers organization already had a scout stationed behind the backstops in Lakeland, Fla. And its interest in Revs closer Franklin Nunez never waned — even after an early season … Continue reading →

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Are you ready for some football?

Posted on August 28, 2007 by tom doran

The 2007 YAIAA Varsity Football season kicks off this Friday with a slate of 14 games. On the docket are the following contests: Dallastown at Red Land, 7 p.m. Delone Catholic at York Catholic, 7 p.m. Kennard-Dale at Red Lion, … Continue reading →

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London Calling for Nittany Lions

Posted on August 27, 2007 by Frank Bodani

Jack Crawford apparently moved from London to the United States a year ago to pursue a basketball career. Now, though, the 6-foot-6, 250-pounder is coming to Penn State to play football, probably at defensive end. He could be one of … Continue reading →

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Reader comments on Big Ten Network squabble

Posted on August 27, 2007 by chris otto

Local reader comments regarding the battle between the new Big Ten Network and Comcast, which will cost most local viewers the opportunity to see Saturday’s Penn State season opener on TV. I am glad Comcast is ‘holding out’. Although I … Continue reading →

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Strinestown baseball memories

Posted on August 27, 2007 by chris otto

Janet Strickhouser of Manchester sent us this letter about the above photo, which appeared in yesterday’s York Sunday News… I wanted to comment on the picture of the Strinestown Ball Team in the York Sunday News, August 26, 2007. Charles … Continue reading →

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Eagles and Steelers prepare for Sunday night tilt

Posted on August 25, 2007 by tom doran

Here’s what they are saying in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh prior to Sunday night’s NFL preseason contest between the Eagles and Steelers… From the Eagles’ blog: “Preseason game number three nears. The first cuts follow two days later. A popular player … Continue reading →

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