The extended family is heading off to Cooperstown, NY, this weekend for the induction of Cal Ripkin, Jr. and Tony Gwynn into the Baseball Hall of Fame. My wife’s family have been Cal fans since the early ’80s when they lived in Baltimore, and have been planning this trip almost as long. The forecast callsContinue reading “I’m Going to Cooperstown”
Category Archives: Baseball
Thinking Man’s Games
With the exception of Yogi Berra, baseball players are not known for their deep thoughts. After this evening’s win over the White Sox, Phillies second baseman Chase Utley, who is tied for the league lead in runs batted in with 52 ribbies, said, "A lot of credit for RBIs has to go for guys beingContinue reading “Thinking Man’s Games”
Baseball is God’s Game
Our friends over at Faith and Theology have a wonderful post articulating the divine qualities of baseball. Check it out: Ten reasons why baseball is God’s game. I particularly like description of the New York Yankees as the Great Satan, the Designated Hitter as heresy, and peanuts and Crackerjack as sacramental food. Let the peopleContinue reading “Baseball is God’s Game”
A Giant Yawn
Barry Bonds and The San Francisco Giants are coming to town next weekend, June 1-4. And even though Bonds is approaching Hank Aaron’s all-time home run record – he could even match or pass the 755 mark while in Philadelphia – good seats are still available. I know that Philly is not a good baseballContinue reading “A Giant Yawn”
Tony LaRussa Doesn’t Get It
In the wake of the drunk driving death of Cardinals pitcher Josh Hancock earlier this week, the team has banend alcohol from the team clubhouse. Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa, who during spring training was found asleep and intoxicated behind the wheel of his car at a stop light, was unimpressed, commenting that the players doContinue reading “Tony LaRussa Doesn’t Get It”
The Lutheran Zephyr 