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LATEST ARTICLES ( 1917 )
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“The Interpretation of Baseball,” by Carole Oles
This piece was published in the June 1988 issue of Poetry. I like the ephemeral feel of this piece. The use of the words “dream” and “memory” are so indicativ... Read more
Posted on 25 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Playing Catch
I’d argue that maybe the kid was doing too good of a job keeping his eye on the ball. Read more
Posted on 24 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
This Day in Baseball: New High Score
The Brooklyn Superbas established a new franchise record for runs scored in a game on September 23, 1901. In a game played at League Park in Cincinnati,... Read more
Posted on 23 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Quote of the Day
Baseball is 50% from the neck up. ~Ted Williams Read more
Posted on 21 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Infographic: Baseball’s Differing Stadium Dimensions
I posted something similar to this a few years ago, but this infographic provides much more detail. Created in 2015 by Louis J. Read more
Posted on 19 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
This Day in Baseball: Mantle Reaches 50
On September 18, 1956, the Yankees’ Mickey Mantle became just the eighth player in baseball history to hit 50 home runs in a season. Mantle’s home run came in... Read more
Posted on 18 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
“Joe DiMaggio Done It Again,” by Billy Bragg and Wilco
If you’re having a hard time waking up this morning, this song might help. The tune is quite peppy and the lyrics are pretty amusing. Read more
Posted on 17 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Quote of the Day
You know, a lot of people say they didn’t want to die until the Red Sox won the World Series. Well, there could be a lot of busy ambulances tomorrow. Read more
Posted on 15 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
This Day in Baseball
On September 14, 1913, pitcher Larry Cheney of the Cubs gave up fourteen hits to the Giants. In spite of this, Cheney managed to come out victorious, 7-0. Read more
Posted on 14 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Kennie T’s “Baseball Song”
To be honest, I’d never heard of Kennie Thomas before this morning, but this video is pretty amusing. The first three minutes is the parody song, the last 45... Read more
Posted on 13 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
History of Kauffman Stadium
Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri first opened as Royals Stadium on April 10, 1973. Construction for the stadium began in June 1967, when a $102... Read more
Posted on 12 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Quote of the Day
He struck out three times and lost the game for the team when a ball went through his legs at third base. Parents were throwing things at our car and swearing a... Read more
Posted on 11 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
This Day in Baseball: First Canadian No-no
On September 9, 1945, Dick Fowler of the Philadelphia Athletics became the first Canadian to throw a major league no-hitter when he defeated the Browns, 1-0. Read more
Posted on 09 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
The Downside of Baseball
It’s way too easy for Pennywise to steal your game ball. Read more
Posted on 08 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Quote of the Day
Every day you put this jersey on, it’s a privilege. ~Stan Musial Stan Musial’s statue outside of Busch Stadium (Wikimedia Read more
Posted on 06 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
The Perfect Game
I don’t know how it is that I’d never heard of this movie before, but I stumbled upon it at the library last week, and I’m glad I did. Read more
Posted on 05 September 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Infographic: Total Runs Scored in Major League Baseball
This infographic from the Smithsonian provides an interesting looks at runs in baseball. The bit I find most interesting is in regards to the home runs. Read more
Posted on 30 August 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
Quote of the Day
This is the second day now that I do not know the result of the juegos he thought. But I must have confidence and I must be worthy of the great DiMaggio who doe... Read more
Posted on 29 August 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
“Casey – Twenty Years Later,” by Clarence P. McDonald
I have previously shared here variations of the legendary poem, “Casey At the Bat.” It’s interesting, coming across the various spin-offs and seeing how fans... Read more
Posted on 27 August 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS -
This Day in Baseball: Triple King
At Forbes Field on August 26, 1912, Owen “Chief” Wilson hit three triples in a doubleheader against the Braves. The Pirates outfielder’s third triple of the... Read more
Posted on 26 August 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS