Tag: baseball
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How About Them Phillies?
Remember when I wrote this and wondered whether or not the Phillies would make the postseason? Yeah, seems pretty silly now. I’m headed to see the Phillies again tonight as they attempt to sweep the Braves, who once led the division by a healthy seven games. The Phillies have gone on a 12 game swing…
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In Praise of September Baseball
I know many of you enjoy the start of football season. It conjures thoughts of fall: crisp air, sweaters, chili and Sundays with friends, huddled around the TV. I love those things, too, but I feel like September baseball gets lost in the fray. It’s the perfect time of year for casual fans to get excited.…
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I Threw a Home Run Ball Back
I arrived a bit late to last night’s game, missing the first inning, but I was there for the following 15. What happened in the top of the 4th is something I’ll probably remember — and maybe regret — for the rest of my life. I talked to Enrico over at The 700 Level about…
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The Trade Deadline, Revisited
Helen and I had tickets to Roy Oswalt’s debut as a Phillie. Wish it had gone better, but it was still a brilliant move for the Phillies. Few people believed that J.A. Happ could duplicate his successful rookie campaign, myself included. The Oswalt deal gives the Phillies an intimidating rotation, especially in a short series.…
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How I’m Feeling Today
I wish I were joking when I said that this scene from Step Brothers was the inspiration for Bring Your A’s Game. It’s been a pretty amazing day for the project. Great write-ups at Geekadelphia and Philebrity, great people reaching out, and even more people joining the cause on Facebook! I’m amazed at the level…