Gifts for Kids: Top Five Wii Video ... Nov 1, 2009
It circles around destruction gaming including knocking down certain blocks with baseballs or bombs and the new additions bring a lot of variety to the game and more challenging puzzles. Animal Crossing: City Folk. (Suite101.com)
Clinic brings in knowledge of former Major Leaguers Oct 31, 2009
The proceeds from the weekend of activities, which included an auction of drawings of former baseball players and baseballs autographed by such players as Adrian Gonzalez of the San Diego Padres and Mark "Perfect Game" Buehrle of the Chicago White Sox ... King, over from Oviedo, gave hitting tips in right center, watching with FPC assistant Hector Caraballo as the youngsters banged baseballs off batting tees. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Hill hosting an event for Make-a-Wish Oct 29, 2009
There will be a silent auction that will include autographed baseballs from players, including Hall of Famers Ryne Sandberg and Ozzie Smith, and former Cubs players Kerry Wood and Mark DeRosa. There will also be items signed by Albert Pujols, Don Mattingly, and a ball autographed by both Greg Maddux and Fergie Jenkins. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Baseball's 'magic mud' Oct 29, 2009
Rubbing baseballs with mud became common after batter was killed with pitch ... In his 10 years with the club, Van Zant estimates over 40,000 baseballs have passed through his hands ... Working up the spit to rub up nine dozen baseballs a game is no easy task, so he makes sure he has plenty of gum and soda on hand. (CNN)
Adversity molded A-Rod's revival Oct 28, 2009
Derek Jeter, preparing for his seventh Fall Classic, vowed to "just leave him alone," not wanting to fill Rodriguez's head with any other thoughts than crushing baseballs and playing solid defense. But the Yankees can tell A-Rod is as giddy as anyone about the opportunity he's about to get. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
If I may be so bold... Oct 27, 2009
So with the way each team is currently hitting, those baseballs will be rocketing into the stands like T-shirt giveaways. Prediction 2: The Baltimore Ravens, after today s bye, will win their next five games (Denver, at Cincinnati, at Cleveland, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh) on their way to an 11-5 finish and become the favorite to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Devil plagues Neeses recreation Oct 27, 2009
Playing equipment such as baseball and softball bats, protective gear, bases, buckets of practice balls, new baseballs, softballs and catchers mitts have been stolen. Someone even tried to dig up our playground equipment. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
WEED AND SEED WILL HOST RED RIBBON EVENTS Oct 27, 2009
Students at both schools will have opportunities to win basketballs, footballs and baseballs that have been autographed by UAPB s Athletic director, football, basketball, baseball head coaches along with their players, the Jefferson County sheriff, Pine Bluff mayor, Pine Bluff police chief and city and county elected officials. Senior Prosecuting Attorney Kyle Hunter will lead Southeast students in the Drug Free Pledge. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Maybe A-Rod is just really, really good Oct 23, 2009
Rodriguez is hitting baseballs like he is the best player in the world again. He has hit five home runs in the Yankees' last six games. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Continue reading Oct 22, 2009
Lacy's father, Eric, who has been has been his son's coach in one sport since he was 4, first encouraged his son's love of sports by putting footballs, basketballs and baseballs in his hands before he could even walk. "I knew how strong his arm was for sports, but I didn't think it was really serious. Then, all of a sudden, I got him into junior football in Los Banos and he got his first shot at quarterback and he had to carry the whole team on his shoulders," said Eric Lacy. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Vlad focused on Yankees, not future Oct 18, 2009
He was the AL Most Valuable Player in 2004, immediately finding the West Coast to his liking, and has been bruising baseballs and pitchers' egos ever since. Yet, here he stands at 35, unsure of his future on the heels of an injury-marred season that prevented him for the first time in his career from reaching the. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
ALCS: Yanks Stop Angels Cold 4-1 Oct 18, 2009
On a blustery night more suited to bobsleds than baseballs, Sabathia pitched eight superb innings of four-hit ball to win his second straight postseason start, and the New York Yankees took advantage of a rare sloppy game by the Angels to win the AL championship series opener 4-1 Friday. "That's why we got CC," Johnny Damon said. (CBS News)
Yankees beat Angels Oct 17, 2009
On a blustery night more suited to bobsleds than baseballs, Sabathia pitched eight superb innings of four-hit ball to win his second straight postseason start and New York took advantage of a rare sloppy night by Los Angeles in a 4-1 victory Friday. The Angels looked like chilled Californians withering in the unseasonable wintry weather, making three errors that led to two unearned runs and allowing an infield popup to drop untouched for an RBI single. (AZCentral -- Sports)
For Yankees, home is where the start is Oct 17, 2009
Baseballs hit to right-center in particular seemed to get a second wind, carrying for unexpected distances. The Yankees have plenty of left-handed pop, anyway, but they set a franchise record for home runs, home runs at home, and another record with five players who had at least 25 home runs. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Halos get bang for their 'Teixeira bucks' Oct 15, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Angels. Halos get bang for their 'Teixeira bucks. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Scituate Library Foundation event moves to the fall Oct 13, 2009
Each year, approximately $10,000 is raised through the gala s auction, which has offered a Tom Brady jersey, autographed baseballs, a weekend at Nantucket cottage and hockey tickets. Every year, Dunphy gets an autographed Red Sox jersey to auction off. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Letter: Do home runs mean balls juiced? Oct 11, 2009
Maybe Major League Baseball has stopped the players from using steroids, but they got to be still around the way those balls are going out of the parks, they must be in the baseballs. The players that don t hit home runs are hitting 10 or 15. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Notebook: Gomez's gaffe costs Twins in Game 2 Oct 10, 2009
" HAVING A BALL: After earning a save in Game 2 of the NL division series, Rockies closer Huston Street went through a line of teammates as he shook hand after hand. When he approached second baseman , Street reached into Barmes' glove and swiped the ball. Barmes, who had caught the final out of a 5-4 win over Philadelphia, looked almost stunned at the thievery. Nothing personal, it's just that Street collects all the baseballs from his saves. It's a routine he started his rookie season with the... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Foul balls: by the numbers Oct 10, 2009
baseballs used per game at Fenway Park ... baseballs used per season at Fenway Park ... MLB baseballs collected by Zack Hample in 2009, including 11 game balls. (Boston Globe)
Why we care so much about catching foul balls Oct 10, 2009
Part of it has to do with simply beating the odds, says Zack Hample, author of How to Snag Major League Baseballs whose collection (including batting practice balls) numbers more than 4,000 baseballs ... The team goes through 10 to 12 dozen baseballs per home game, or about 36,000 a season. (Boston Globe)
Sox mini-cookies sure to score with fans Oct 7, 2009
This year, surprise the post-season viewing crowd in your house with bite-size, MLB-licensed Red Sox cookies shaped like miniature baseballs. These all-natural shortbread bunts, from the Cooperstown Cookie Company, come in single-serving, 1-ounce bags ($1. (Boston Globe)
Arroyo denies pine tar accusation Oct 5, 2009
Before games, it's the home clubhouse staff's responsibility to apply mud to the baseballs so pitchers can get better grips. Arroyo also denied the allegations levied by Duncan. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Felix ends season with 19th win Oct 5, 2009
The lead held, and the Mariners took a 10-minute lap around the outfield afterward, tossing baseballs to fans and waving goodbye after a season that was likely better than anyone thought it would be. "I've asked these guys to come every day, be prepared to play and play hard, and they did it to the last day," Wakamatsu said. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Home Events Guide Oct 4, 2009
g., baseballs, beach balls, shoes, seat cushions, hats, food, drinks, ice, coins, etc. . (Muredhawks.com)
A mighty swing at history Oct 4, 2009
It involves gloves, fast pitches and harder baseballs. "I'm not sure we're up to that," Shannahan said, adding that the game might involve some good-natured chest-thumping but is not intended to seriously settle Casey claims. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Cardinals Major League Notebook: 10/02/09 Oct 3, 2009
" CARDINALS 13, REDS 0: After not scoring more than three runs in five of their six previous games, the Cardinals had 15 hits and led 12-0 by the end of the fifth inning. OF , who had missed six of the seven previous starts, had two hits and scored three runs. Notes and Quotes --Before Thursday's game, a Cincinnati Reds clubhouse attendant who is in charge of rubbing up the baseballs stopped by Cardinals manager Tony La Russa's office to tell his side of the story as to how the balls used in... (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Nolasco downplays 16-K performance Oct 2, 2009
So afterward, Nolasco was true to form when asked if any baseballs during the night were put aside for him. "It's not really a big deal to me. I'm not really big on that," Nolasco said. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Thursday's baseball highlights Oct 2, 2009
Arroyo said it was residue from mud used to rub baseballs at other ballparks. What they're writing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Arroyo cruises to 15th win as Reds roll Oct 1, 2009
As Cardinals starter John Smoltz labored with five walks and complained about the baseballs being too slick, the Reds took advantage. Nix's grand slam gave Arroyo a 6-0 lead to work with after three innings. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Smoltz struggles to find handle in Cincy Oct 1, 2009
Starter John Smoltz and manager Tony La Russa expressed irritation with what they felt were unusually slick baseballs, and Smoltz also took exception to a third-inning stolen base by Reds rookie Drew Stubbs. Typically, baseballs are rubbed with mud before a game ... "I've been pitching a long time, and [those were] the worst baseballs I've ever pitched with in my life," Smoltz said. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Royals eager to close Twins' home Oct 1, 2009
Ah, yes, the land of the lost baseballs, eardrum-shattering noise and a billowing baggie on the right-field wall. The Royals will play the last scheduled regular-season Major League games at the indoor stadium that opened on April 6, 1982, when the Twins lost to the Mariners, 11-7. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Smoltz falters in bid for Cards' playoff rotation Oct 1, 2009
"It's the worst baseballs I've ever pitched with in my life. The other guy was pitching with them, too. He did a nice job. It was part of the battle. I went out and battled. I had no feel for the baseball. That's about the worst thing you can have as a pitcher. They were brand new. They were absolutely not rubbed up. You can blame it on the weather but the balls were not rubbed up.". "They were fine for me," Arroyo said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Agent: Twins to sign prospect Sano Sep 30, 2009
" Plummer recounted a story about how he gained respect for Radcliff and former Twins general manager Terry Ryan during a workout of one of his players in Fort Myers, Fla., back in 1997. He said that there weren't enough people to shag balls so Radcliff and Ryan helped Plummer pick up the baseballs. "Ever since that day, I have so much respect for those two individuals," Plummer said. "I think I put Miguel in good hands with the Twins. I totally trust the Twins" Sano was also happy with how... (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
- INKED! From wonky to win-win 0 Sep 25, 2009
But as it s worsened over the years, I ve gone from being able to catch baseballs and footballs quite competently as a youth to missing a coin or pen tossed at me by 2 or 3 inches. My depth perception has always been off; however, now it seems nearly nonexistent. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Paying tribute to a legendary coach Sep 25, 2009
Kristi Rabon Russow wrote on Sep 23, 2009 8:44 AM:" Congratulations Dad! You have dedicated so much of your time and energy to WSC. You have touched the lives of players, students, and faculty with your character, enthusiasm, and integrity. The college has been an important part of your career and life. I am delighted that this field has been named in your honor. I will need to bring your three grandchildren to the field to hit baseballs and run bases with you! Go Tetons! ". Rick Rabon wrote on... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Regional youth teams to gather for first Cowlitz Black Bears Fall Baseball Classic Sep 24, 2009
Entry fee is 300 per team and a box of baseballs. Each registered player will receive an official CBB Fall Baseball Classic T-shirt. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Paige biographer to host talk at Temple Isaiah Sep 24, 2009
In a career that spanned four decades, Satchel pitched more baseballs, for more fans, in more ballparks, and for more teams than any player in history. Tye s talk will interest sports lovers, people interested in integration, and teenagers who may not know of the days before baseball was open to all. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Fly balls at Metrodome sometimes tricky Sep 23, 2009
With the afternoon sun shining through the Metrodome's Teflon roof, baseballs become even harder to track in the white ceiling. But add the glare from a bank of lights in foul territory, and the seemingly routine task of catching a fly ball becomes a struggle. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Comic Caliendo entertains D-backs Sep 22, 2009
When the round of batting practice was finished, the pitchers scurried to pick up the baseballs in the cage. "Hey Frank, part of it is picking up the balls," Hale yelled. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Around Town: Meet the 'ballhawkers' Sep 22, 2009
The online contest was founded by Mr. Jabs of Munhall, a teacher at Steel Valley High, who keeps a blog called "Counting Baseballs.'' He has caught 527 balls in his "career'' -- and 367 of them this year ... He demonstrated how he has pulled in 63 baseballs with a device this season; he also has used a collapsible stick to nudge two or three balls up from the center field ivy. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Saunders to confront Tex, Bombers Sep 21, 2009
" With the infield making several uncharacteristic misplays, only two of the five runs Saunders yielded in 5 2/3 innings were earned in what turned out to be a controversial 9-8 loss to the Red Sox at Fenway Park on Wednesday night. Over his past 30 innings, since returning from a 17-day layoff with tightness in his left shoulder, Saunders has given up just seven earned runs while striking out 20 and walking 10. The Angels are 4-3 against the Yankees, who beat them in New York on Monday in the... (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Oudin serves up first pitch for Braves Sep 20, 2009
"When is the last time you signed two baseballs?" he asked Oudin, who smiled and grabbed the pen. Asked later if it was easier to autograph baseballs or tennis balls, Oudin had a quick answer: "The baseballs.". (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Child's play: Cattle Congress Fair offers food, entertainment for youngsters Sep 19, 2009
Cody Penrod and his friend, Connor Weber, freshmen at Columbus High School, were at the Midway, relentlessly trying to win jumbo stuffed tigers by breaking glass bottles with baseballs. Three shattered bottles in a row would get them a giant Spider-Man, but after an estimated10 to 15 attempts, the closest Penrod had come was only two. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Curran: Super Bowl win was nice, but was it Boss best? Sep 18, 2009
A: I always find it funny when people ask us to sign baseballs. I find that kind of amusing. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ichiro's walk-off hit ends 14-inning thriller Sep 18, 2009
" Moore went 0-for-5 before being pulled for a pinch-hitter, but as far as Wakamatsu was concerned, that didn't take anything away from the young catcher's debut. "He didn't drop any baseballs," the skipper said. "That's a big thing. It sounds simple, but if you haven't caught guys and you're not accustomed to the movement of the pitch, that's tough to do. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Signed Balls Raise $3,400 for Adenhart Fund Sep 17, 2009
The minor-league Hagerstown Suns said Wednesday that a drawing for hundreds of baseballs autographed by major-league players raised more than $3,400 for the Nick Adenhart Memorial Fund. Adenhart grew up in the Hagerstown area and played on a Little League team in nearby Halfway. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Guerrero's homer sets mark in Bronx Sep 17, 2009
NEW YORK -- It's official: More baseballs have cleared the walls this season at Yankee Stadium than ever. The Angels' Vladimir Guerrero connected off Yankees starter Joba Chamberlain for the 216th home run hit this year in the Bronx, doing so in the new facility's 73rd game. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Angels' offense dips in September Sep 16, 2009
BOSTON -- After crushing baseballs for three months, the Angels have been relatively quiet in September. Manager Mike Scioscia's run-and-stun outfit averaged 3. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Hill, Lind a surprisingly productive pair Sep 15, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Jays sluggers could finish as league's top RBI tandem. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Hill's ninth-inning blast powers Jays Sep 13, 2009
But baseballs were flying out, as the two teams combined to hit seven into the outfield seats. And the perfect takeoff for Toronto came in the ninth inning, courtesy of Aaron Hill's 32nd roundtripper of the season. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Mayo the heir apparent as Patriots’ defensive leader Sep 13, 2009
Mayo s mother was constantly replacing windows broken by wayward baseballs, footballs, and basketballs. As he ferociously competed with his brothers, it took a while for Jerod to learn how to win - and how to lose. (Boston Globe)
Mets unveil Plum Room to honor Plummer Sep 9, 2009
A glass display case contains smaller framed photos, signed baseballs, bobblehead dolls of Mets throughout Plummer's time with the club and bricks from Citi Field's Fan Walk dedicated to Plummer. The five bricks on the bottom shelf of the case include one from his wife, Tee, and son, Jonathan, with the message: "Always with us.". (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
A Great Time to Grill Sep 8, 2009
2 ripe tomatoes about the size of baseballs, cored and halved ... 2 ripe tomatoes about the size of baseballs, quartered. (The Atlantic Online)
Rising star Borbon to see more playing time Sep 7, 2009
"There's a lot more to playing in that outfield than just going out there running after baseballs. There's a lot more, but that's all fans see.". Washington isn't taking that approach with all his young players. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Tribe again stymied by Twins' Baker Sep 6, 2009
"With his stuff, they're going to mis-hit a lot of baseballs," Wedge said. "So we need him to be more aggressive early in the inning and early in counts.". (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Wedding a grand slam for the bride and groom Sep 6, 2009
In lieu of a traditional guest book, a blue bin held 22 baseballs which guests could sign. At the ceremony, the bride and groom poured sand with the two bridal colors, orange and pink, into a canister instead of lighting a unity candle. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
A's Hairston likely back Friday Sep 4, 2009
The Official Site of the Oakland Athletics. Slumping Hairston likely back F 00004000 riday. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
And then there were five Sep 4, 2009
However, he also has over 200 baseballs with Hall of Fame signatures, Julius Erving on a basketball, Joe Montana on a football, many jerseys. He has the first Thrashers jersey wore by Kovy and Dany Heatley. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Suzuki is A's Clemente Award nominee Sep 3, 2009
The Suzukis raised funds by selling over 450 autographed baseballs, running a three-day silent auction at Cal State Fullerton in May, hosting an online auction of game-used, autographed memorabilia on oaklandathletics. com in June, through the A's silent auction, a donation by the A's Community Fund and with donations made by fans through athleticsnation. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Continue reading Sep 3, 2009
She and Jeremiah both have plenty of signed baseballs and bats from both past and present Grizzlies players, and he has a signed home run bat and ball from former Grizzlies' player and current Giant Nate Schierholtz. "I have learned a lot from the first year I was here so I probably know a lot more about baseball than a normal 15-year-old girl," Genevieve said, who keeps score in her own scorebook each game. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Foreclosure judge takes on HSBC and other banks Sep 1, 2009
He is Brooklyn-born and -bred, with a master's degree in history and an office loaded with autographed baseballs and photographs of the Brooklyn Dodgers ... He is Brooklyn-born and -bred, with a master's degree in history and an office loaded with autographed baseballs and photographs of the Brooklyn Dodgers. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
On the Pirates: Best and worst amid the losing Aug 30, 2009
If only he could club baseballs. 245 plus a walk per month -- as well as he clubbed racing sausages. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Buehrle aims to rebound in Bronx Aug 28, 2009
"I've seen a lot of baseballs flying out of there," White Sox second baseman Jayson Nix said. "That's what I've heard and what I've seen," said White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper of the hitter-friendly Yankee Stadium. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Home Run To Boston: Young Cancer Patient Has A Special Fenway Day Aug 27, 2009
He held two baseballs in his hand for autographs. After some minutes, coming straight toward him was , the Red Sox third baseman and 2007 World Series most valuable player who beat a decade ago. (FOX61, CT)
2K Sports Announces The BIGS 2 Now Available for Nintendo DS Aug 26, 2009
Fans can smack baseballs into Las Vegas windows, billboards and even parked taxicabs - the more targets that are hit, the higher the score. Were excited about offering The BIGS 2 for Nintendo DS and reaching an even wider audience, said Greg Thomas, senior vice president of sports development for 2K. "With addictive fun and easy to pick-up-and-play controls, The BIGS 2 provides an amazingly entertaining baseball experience for fans and casual gamers of all ages.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
