Inside the pinstripes: Part five Nov 22, 2009
Jogging in from left field, I warmed up quickly and saw Jesse Barfield outside the batters box from behind dark sunglasses, his pinstriped No. 29 visible with each practice cut he took. My second fastball to Barfield darted low and away, and he swung hard and missed. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
World Series Nov 2, 2009
But Damon stood stubbornly in the batters box. He was one of the few people at Citizens Bank Park who recognized that he had nicked a piece of the ball and catcher Carlos Ruiz had failed to glove it. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Cards met all but one goal in 2009 Oct 16, 2009
The Official Site of the St. Louis Cardinals. Improvements led to division title but postseason disappointed. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
In defense of Fredi Oct 6, 2009
Or most importantly in my opinion, not correcting several of his players for leaving the batters box too slowly only to be thrown out at 2B when they sped up and tried to get a double. Even the Met TV announcer, Keith Hernandez picked up on this during a Marln/Met game. (The Palm Beach Post)
Hester's First MLB Weekend a Memorable One Aug 31, 2009
Adding to the at-bat was the fact that all Hester had time for prior to game time was taking swings in the indoor cages, making the at-bat in the sixth, his first swings in the Chase Field batters box. According to MLB.com, When Hester detonated his swing, Hinch turned in the dugout to coach Chip Hale and said, "That's Stanford power at its finest. Two days later, in his first career start, catching All Star Dan Haren, he singled and scored the D-Backs first run and drove in their third with a... (Gostanford.com)
Inside and underneath Target Field Aug 26, 2009
The Official Site of the Minnesota Twins. State-of-the-art systems at work at Twins' new ballpark. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Wright rejoins Mets, says head feels better Aug 18, 2009
You are not logged in. New York Mets' David Wright speaks during a press conference at Citi Field in New York, Monday, Aug. 17, 2009. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
IHSA to move back softball pitching rubber Aug 18, 2009
Princeton softball coach Bob James said the added distance will slightly increase safety for the pitchers, but he noted that with the batters box extending past the plate plus the pitchers moving forward to release the ball, the distance between batter and pitcher is significantly less than 40 feet. This will improve the safety aspect I think,; James said. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
With Weymouth Phillies season behind him, Joe Paolucci has decision to make Aug 5, 2009
A hitter could never get settled in the batters box as they would be wondering what pitch would be coming next and would be off balance. The Phillies had a 2009 season where it felt as though they were facing an off-speed pitcher throughout. (Weymouth News, MA)
Dee (Don't Call Him Flash) Gordon Jul 28, 2009
First son to ever face his father one-on-one in the batters box in a big league game. Many father and son tandems have played together but were position players. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Lack of hustle costs Reds' Phillips a start Jul 22, 2009
The Official Site of the Cincinnati Reds. Baker benches second baseman for play on Monday. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Clutch hits elude Gold Sox Jul 20, 2009
Colleen Cummins/Appeal-DemocratGold Sox pitcher Cris Rogers throws to the San Jose Seals in the second inning at All Seasons RV Stadium on Saturday. Other Articles in this Category. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Watching the replay Jul 17, 2009
Moreno does his part by staying in the batters box as long as possible, though he is not in on the call. By the time the catcher realizes what is happening, Alcoser is halfway home. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
C.C. overcomes rocky start, roll into next round Jul 15, 2009
Abby Lasher over the past several games has found a groove slap hitting the ball from the left side of the batters box. Lasher's hot hitting continued as she slapped the ball perfectly through the left side of the Bulldog defense and past the Bulldog leftfielder for a bases clearing triple and a 5-2 Comet lead. (Charles City Press, IO)
Rubinstein singles, robs 'Dogs of hits Jul 11, 2009
While Rubinstein didn't waste time making an impact in the batters box, his defensive skills were equally impressive. In the top of the fifth inning, the right fielder showed he could also get the job done with his glove by charging a shallow pop fly. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Teen slugger takes baseball fast track Jun 24, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009. Search stories on N&O.com. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Arthur's prized gem: Small Iowa community home to varsity softball diamond Jun 19, 2009
O-A softball coach Kay Bloyer worked on rechalking the field and raking out the batters box. She jokingly yelled toward the stands, "Hey, where are my dads?" The prior night's game at Charter Oak had seen a crew of about a half-dozen men sculpting the field. (Sioux City Journal)
Marlins to hold TV auction on Tuesday Jun 18, 2009
The Marlins are also offering a VIP package that includes throwing the ceremonial first pitch at a 2009 Florida Marlins regular-season game, a Meet with former Marlins outfielder Jeff Conine, four Batters Box seats, a VIP Tour of Land Shark Stadium and a special gift bag delivery by Billy The Marlin and the Marlins Mermaids. Fans can also bid on a private suite for 12 at Land Shark Stadium on July 17 when Florida hosts the Phillies. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Rangers finish Draft more loaded than ever Jun 16, 2009
9 seconds from the left-handed batters box. Williams Jr. hit. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
TigsTown Player Journal: Player Superstitions Jun 5, 2009
Hitters always want to feel comfortable in the batters box ... Some lead off hitters wash away the fresh chalked lines to make their own batters box. (Detroit, TheInsiders.com)
WPIAL Class AAA Baseball: Moon edges Chartiers Valley for first title May 30, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. Pam Panchak / Post-Gazette Chartiers Valley catcher John O'Neill tags Moon High School's Patrick Baer at home during the WPIAL Class AAA baseball championship. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Votto powers Reds despite illness May 27, 2009
The Official Site of the Cincinnati Reds. Suffering from ear infection, slugger hits go-ahead blast. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Sagucio, McDaniel lead Cardinals to perfect season May 25, 2009
Led by Alika Ventura who finished 2-for-2 with two RBI in the batters box, Kalawai picked up the win on nine hits. Patrick Traller followed Sagucio in the second inning with an inside-the-park HR, Tanner was 1-for-2 with four RBI, his hit a single to second in the third inning. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Panthers walk off with win May 20, 2009
With the Panthers just one hit-away from their first CIF victory, senior short-stop Adriana Garcia stepped into the batters box. I was looking for a change-up because she had been throwing those all day, but she just threw one right down the middle, Garcia said. (Santa Maria Times)
Irish Opens 2009 BIG EAST Tournament With St. John's Tuesday May 20, 2009
BIG EAST Baseball Tournament Notes - NOTRE DAME OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. " The Irish walked 12 batters and hit four more en route to an average of 8.7 per game. Ironically, the Irish dropped two of three games last weekend despite a positive performance in terms of "freebies. (Und.com)
Defending champion Forrest survives May 17, 2009
A slap hit by Kayla Long and a bunt single by Laura Bivens, both from the left-hand batters box, set-up a game-tying two-out double by Carley Harville in the third inning for Summertown. In the fourth frame with one out, Alley Benefield blasted the ball to deep right and kept running after touching second base and made it to third base safely. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Braves outlast Mets in 12 innings May 15, 2009
Web search powered by YAHOO. Published: Thursday, May. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Braves outlast Mets 8-7 in 12 innings May 14, 2009
Then, he admired his 12th-inning drive, thinking it was a home run and failing to run hard out of the batters box. It missed being a home run by about 1; feet. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Braves outlast Mets to take series May 14, 2009
Then, he admired his 12th-inning drive, thinking it was a home run and failing to run hard out of the batters box. It missed being a home run by about 11/2 feet. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
STEVENS: Cavazos-Galvez a Hard Lobo With a Soft Side May 13, 2009
Lobo Brian Cavazos-Galvez a triple threat with potent bat, strong arm and fast wheels. Sure, he gets mad out there sometimes, but it's not like a tantrum. (Golobos.com)
Willis ready for much-anticipated return May 13, 2009
The Official Site of the Detroit Tigers. Detroit (17-14) at Minnesota (16-17), 8:10 p.m. ET. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Irish Closes 2009 BIG EAST Home Schedule With League Leader USF May 9, 2009
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame returns to BIG EAST action this weekend with another critical three-game series against USF at Frank Eck Stadium. First pitch for Friday's opener is scheduled for 6:05 p.m., while Saturday and Sunday's game will begin at 1:05 p.m. All three games can be heard on WHME 103. (Und.com)
Softball Set For Home-and-Home With Michigan May 8, 2009
To date, 10 of the 12 Spartans that have entered the batters box this season have hit two or more home runs. Mondo is tied for fourth on MSU's all-time home runs list with 19 in her career, while two other Spartans recently made the list - and Hansen. (Msuspartans.com)
Hall's first start in left for Crew ends early May 5, 2009
The Official Site of the Milwaukee Brewers. Hall's first career start in left ends early. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Punchless D-Backs fall to LA May 5, 2009
Punchless D-Backs beaten by LA. Punchless D-Backs beaten by LA. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Nate Antone, Kiski Area / Ashley Nichols, Belle Vernon Apr 16, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. The past week: Pitched a one-hitter, struck out 13, had a home run and four RBIs in a 10-0 victory Monday against Albert Gallatin. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Irish Baseball Face Two Familiar Foes; Western Michigan, Northwestern Apr 15, 2009
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame returns to action this week with a pair of neutral site, non-conference games. The Irish will travel to Battle Creek, Mich. (Und.com)
Sportsmanship on opening day Apr 15, 2009
At first he was nervous you could tell by how far he was standing out of the batters box but after he realized the pitcher wasn t going to hurl the ball at him he relaxed. Then it happened he hit the ball. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Northern Illinois Edges Milwaukee Baseball Team, 5-3 Apr 2, 2009
"Until we can figure out a way to relax in the batters box and stop pressing so much, this is going to be the outcome," Doffek said. "We are having a hard time relaxing and it's kind of feeding on itself. That is tough to lose a game like that when you get that kind of effort out of the bullpen.". (Uwmpanthers.com)
No. 12 Cal Travels to Oregon, Oregon State Apr 1, 2009
She returned to the Hawaiian Islands and felt right at home in the batters box. The Maui native went 4-for-11 in the Chevron Spring Fling tournament with four RBI, including a 2-run home run against Hawaii (3/12). (Calbears.com)
Dean delivers, LSU tops Ole Miss Mar 29, 2009
It came with two outs and a full count, and Mahtook was almost shaking hands with Dean as he left the batters box, Dean said. Mitchell, meanwhile, had rounded second by the time the ball got under Smith's glove, and he never stopped. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Irish Baseball Hits Road For Red Hot Pittsburgh Mar 28, 2009
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame returns to BIG EAST action this weekend with a three-game series at Pittsburgh. First pitch at Trees Field for the series opener on Friday is scheduled for 3:00 p.m., while Saturday's game will begin at 1:00 p.m. and Sunday's finale is slated for Noon. (Und.com)
Syracuse softball aims for consistency in home opener Mar 27, 2009
In its Big East opener at Seton Hall, Syracuse failed in the batters box, only mustering one hit, and then proceeded to defeat the Pirates with the help of two home runs and a Grand Slam in the next outing. Against the Bulls, Syracuse's failures came on the defensive end, as the Orange booted several balls in the dirt in its opening loss, but then had the fight to defeat them in extra innings the following game. (Daily Orange, NY)
Irish Baseball Hosts Central Michigan, Oakland On Tuesday, Wednesday Mar 25, 2009
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame will look to get back to its winning ways with a pair of non-conference midweek games this week. The Irish, losers of two straight for the first time this season, host Central Michigan and Oakland on Tuesday and Wednesday at Frank Eck Stadium. (Und.com)
Jon HeymanTHE DAILY SCOOP Mar 20, 2009
He said it's "kind of cool'' to hear all the buzz about him this spring, but while he has been mentioned as an outside possibility to make the Braves rotation this spring, he sounded like he expects to be sent to the minors. "I feel I can go out and get any hitter in the batters box out,'' he said, before adding, humbly, "I know I have a long ways to go and a lot of things to learn to pitch in the big leagues and be successful.'' Here's a list of 33 more young ones who might be good ones.... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Baseball Travels West For Phoenix College Classic Feb 28, 2009
IN THE BATTERS BOX - Notre Dame travels out west and the State of Arizona for the Phoenix Classic this weekend hosted by the University of Dayton. The Irish will play Gonzaga (Fri. (Und.com)
No. 9/12/20 Tech Travels to Georgia Southern for Midweek Series Feb 25, 2009
Long earned nine walks and was hit by a pitch over the weekend - reaching base in 11 of his 14 plate appearances, including each of his first nine trips to the batters box. Power Surge. (Ramblinwreck.com)
D-Train's BP session a success Feb 22, 2009
Until Saturday, however, all of that had been just throwing to the catcher without anyone in the batters box as an opponent. In these early sessions, the hitter mainly serves as a reference point for a strike zone. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Baseball Opens Season This Weekend With BIG EAST / Big Ten Challenge Feb 19, 2009
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame opens the 2009 season this weekend at the inaugural BIG EAST/Big Ten Challenge. The Irish will play Ohio State (Fri. (Und.com)
Clemson Baseball Feature: Addison Johnson Feb 19, 2009
Baseball :: Clemson Tigers - Official Athletic Site. "This is the longest stretch of time I have ever gone without playing baseball since I started playing the game," said in an interview in late January. (Clemsontigers.com)
Countdown To First Pitch: In The Dugout With Tommy Chase Feb 15, 2009
Also, pitchers shouldn't be forced to embarrass themselves in the batters box. Should college baseball switch to wooden bats. (Und.com)
