In a world where the game of baseball is different form than it once was, one thing will always be uniform: those playing the game are human beings with feelings, motivations, personal goals, physical challenges and more. For players who pursue a career in baseball, the odds are against them …
Read More »Padres Look To Advance To NL Divisional Series
The San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 4-0 in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday at Petco Park. Quick Start For Padres The Padres’ bats came out hot as Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a two-run homer in the first inning to get things started. …
Read More »MLB Wild Card Breakdown: Rays Struggle to Secure Spot
It’s the final five weeks of the MLB regular season and a couple of teams are still seeking a coveted wild-card spot. American League The top AL wild-card spot is currently occupied by the New York Yankees, who continue to battle the Baltimore Orioles for first place in the AL …
Read More »Pat Dooley’s High Five: Solutions For Better Summer TV Viewing
Well, COVID is far from gone. I know because I tested positive Thursday morning. That’s the second time in less than a year for me, but neither has been horrible. You know what is horrible? Trying to find something interesting to watch when you can’t leave the house. The High …
Read More »Marlins’ Struggles Continue In Another Loss
After breaking a 0-9 losing streak with a win over the St. Louis Cardinals, the Miami Marlins had another seatback, losing 7-0 to the New York Yankees on Monday. The game underscored challenges for the visiting Marlins (1-10), particularly in maintaining momentum from their win. Dub in a New York …
Read More »Pat Dooley’s Back Nine (Dec. 11)
The Back Nine comes at you after the first crippling withdrawals from football season started to hit. Dry mouth, headache, nausea. Oh, that was a hangover? Never mind. 10. I can finally reveal my Heisman Trophy ballot now that ESPN had its boring show on and bled right into a …
Read More »Owners Approve Athletics Move to Vegas
The Oakland Athletics relocation to Las Vegas, Nevada, was approved by a unanimous vote of Major League Baseball’s owners Thursday. https://twitter.com/Athletics/status/1725401159022911840 The move, which is anticipated for the 2028 season, will be the third in franchise history. The nine-time world champions moved from Philadelphia to Kansas City for the 1955 …
Read More »Former Gator Jacob Young Talks Recent Move to MLB
Former Gators baseball outfielder Jacob Young was drafted by the Washington Nationals in 2021 and was called up to the majors in August. Young discussed his experiences in the MLB so far on Sports Scene. https://twitter.com/Nationals/status/1695501793478762750 From High-A to the Major Leagues The news about Young’s promotion to the majors …
Read More »Diamondbacks Look to Even NLCS Against Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks face off in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series Friday night. First pitch is at 8:07 p.m. Phillies Take Early Series Lead The Phillies dominated in Games 1 and 2, securing an early 2-0 series lead at home. Philadelphia took Game 1 …
Read More »Braves-Phillies NLDS Tied at 1-1 Going into Game 3
With the series tied at 1-1, the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies will travel to Philadelphia Wednesday night for Game 3 of the National League Division Series. First pitch is set for 5:07 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park. Get ready. It's going to be another electric night in Philly. #Postseason …
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