Tag Archives: baseball
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Bobby Valentine Picks Jose Ortiz to Win The Derby (Video)
It’s not unusual for ESPN talking heads to make boneheaded comments. In fact, it’s probably the norm. But we were taken by surprise when former Mets manager Bobby Valentine made a huge goof during ESPN’s telecast of the 2010 Home Run Derby. So yeah, that’s DAVID Ortiz, not Jose. You know, all those Hispanic guys [...]
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Ken Griffey Jr.’s Goodbye Baseball, Hello Cooperstown Commercial (Video)
Nike has always been super-creative when it comes to making commercials and building their brand. In this new add they bring the clever in saluting the man with one of baseball’s all-time sweetest swings: Ken Griffey Jr. The cracks of the bat are accompanied by one of Seattle Mariners play by play announcer Rick Rizzs’ [...]
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“Oh My God! Ichiro Touched Me!”
Did I miss something here? Since when did Mariners’ right fielder Ichiro Suzuki inherit a Johnny Depp-like status among the ladies? And who would have thought that taking an elbow to the face from him would be such a joyous occasion for one lucky female? Perhaps Ichiro is America’s latest sex symbol. The man who [...]
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Jayson Werth Curses Out Phillies Dad, Terrifies Son (Video)
The common reaction for anyone who sees a foul ball headed their way, whether they are seated against the railing in the upper deck or in the front row by the field, is to catch it. That is exactly what this dad did. Unfortunately, it meant taking away a catch from Phillies’ right fielder Jayson [...]
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The Stat Line of the Night – 7/8/10 – Roy Oswalt
Houston Astros flamethrower Roy Oswalt has been the subject of trade rumors lately, and after last night’s dominant performance his market value just went up. The Astros were taking on the Pirates in Houston, a battle of two of the worst teams in baseball this year. Oswalt allowed a first-inning single to Pirates 2nd baseman [...]
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Picture Of The Day: What Kind Of A Discount Is That?
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out what city this sign can be found in. You simply have to love the respect that Bostonians have for their hometown Red Sox fans. Twenty percent off? Sounds like a great deal! As for the Yankee fans, I wonder how much “F-Off” will save them on [...]
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Big Bully Pancakes Kid Into Fence For A Home Run Ball
Last night was not a good night to be a baseball fan at the Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, where it seemed like if you weren’t falling 30 feet from the upper deck while reaching for a foul ball, then you were getting drilled from behind into a fence by some big jerk as you race [...]
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Fan Falls From Upper Deck At Rangers Game
Every fan dreams of making a great grab on a foul ball while taking in a Major League game. The thought of hearing those around you applaud your efforts, and even the possibility of getting some television face time is enough to get most to reach a little further for that ball that is just [...]
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Angels Fans Brawl in the Stands (Video)
With World Cup fever spreading across the globe, America’s baseball fans are doing their best to earn the title of fans that fight the most. Soccer definitely has the belt when it comes to riots, but baseball fans are brawling more and more in the stands. We take you now to Los Angeles for a [...]
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The Stat Line Of The Night – 7/4/10 – Drew Stubbs
It was the fourth of July, and while the fireworks were not expected to fly until later on in the night, the Cincinnati Reds had other ideas as they would put on an air show of their own. And leading the charge would be center fielder Drew Stubbs. On a day when the Reds combined [...]
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Witchita Player Provides Yet Another Post-Ejection Blow-Up For Our Entertainment
Last time it was Wally Backman providing us with an epic piece of entertainment when he went absolutely bonkers on an umpire before he and fellow ejectee Doc Brooks decided too cool themselves off with a nice refreshing beer. This time we take you to Wichita’s Lawrence-Dumont Stadium, where Sioux City Explorer DH Ray Serrano [...]
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Justin Morneau ‘Pumps Iron With Bears’ In Latest McDonalds Commercial
I guess it is important for athletes to stay hydrated. Especially athletes that pump iron with bears. And one dollar any-size drinks are a great deal. But is it enough to get psyched about? This is a classic piece of work from Justin Morneau and McDonalds. Better than the LeBron vs. Dwight battle for a [...]
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This Day In Sports History (July 1st) – Joe DiMaggio
It was on this day in 1941 that Joe DiMaggio tied the record with his 45th straight game with at least one hit. DiMaggio matched the mark set by Willie Keeler of the Baltimore Orioles in 1897. DiMaggio would extend the record to an incredible 56 games, a record that still stands today and one [...]
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Yankees Fan On Cell Phone Takes Ball To The Face
We have seen baseball fans make some extraordinary catches at the ball park before, whether it is with a pizza box, or with an ice cream in their hand. As for this Yankees fan, his attempt to catch a ground-rule double with his face was anything but extraordinary. In fact, it was downright embarrassing. To [...]
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Longoria And Upton Have A Heated Exchange In Rays’ Dugout
How would you feel if a guy with a stupid looking faux hawk told you how to do your job? If your answer is “pissed off”, then surely you can sympathize with Tampa Bay’s BJ Upton following his heated dugout confrontation with teammate Evan Longoria. The lack of effort put forth by Upton on a [...]
