Tebow Mania is still going strong in Florida since the Mets organization wittingly employed Tim Tebow to play baseball for them in Spring Training. Fans come from all over the state and country to see the baseball phenom play. Even though they run the risk that he may not play; …
Read More »Bird’s-Eye View of Orioles Spring Training
There’s a special kind of buzz around the city of Sarasota when the Baltimore Orioles come to town for Spring Training. Fans of not just the Orioles but every MLB team show up to Ed Smith Stadium to enjoy a nice, relaxing day at the ballpark. Since 2010, Ed Smith …
Read More »Rays’ Kiermaier Now Face of Franchise
“The best ability is availability.” This is the mentality Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier has going into the 2018 season. After missing time the last two seasons due to injury, Kiermaier is focusing on being able to stay on the field and contribute to his team for all 162 games. Kiermaier …
Read More »The Rays Clash with Rival Red Sox at Charlotte Sports Park: A Photo Gallery
The Red Sox visited the Rays at Charlotte Sports Park on Tuesday in what has become an AL-East rivalry over the past several years. However, the atmosphere was much calmer, as is the case with many Spring Training ballgames, no matter the teams involved. While the game ended up being …
Read More »Boston’s 4 Home Runs Too Much For Rays To Overcome
Tampa Bay Rays fans can only hope today’s game against the Red Sox wasn’t a glimpse of what’s to come in this rebuilding year. Boston applied constant pressure throughout the game en route to a crushing 9-1 victory. The Long Ball Home runs played a significant role in Boston’s offense …
Read More »The Costanza Legacy
George Costanza might have never actually worked for the Yankees, but Vinny Costanza is carrying on the Costanza legacy well. The 99-year-old has worked as an usher for 15 spring training seasons with the Yankees organization. “People kid me because George Costanza is supposed to work for the Yankees, but …
Read More »George M. Steinbrenner Field: Old and New Traditions
When it comes to baseball, all stadiums share the love of the game but each one has a different atmosphere. When you walk into the recently renovated George M. Steinbrenner Field, you get a sense of the Yankees pride that runs through the facility. The pride of the Yankees franchise …
Read More »Twins Struggle to Hit Against Strong Pirates Pitching
The Minnesota Twins hosted the Pittsburgh Pirates at Hammond Stadium on Sunday. The Twins were coming off of a high-scoring affair against the Blue Jays, which ended in a 13-8 Toronto win. Here's how we line up on a beautiful day in Fort Myers! https://t.co/v3ZRxgZg9x #MNTwinsST pic.twitter.com/MZJ4CqBIrx — Minnesota Twins …
Read More »Live from the Press Box: Spring training tips for an aspiring sports reporter
The press box is some kind of hallowed ground for those who grow up loving baseball. I fondly recall summer days narrated by Ron Santo and Len Casper, Santo’s booming laugh echoing throughout our home. Much of my life has revolved around the game, so covering spring training with ESPN …
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