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Babe Ruth, Not Just a Home Run Hitter

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

Whenever Babe Ruth is mentioned, towering home runs come to mind, but hitting long shots was not the only thing the all-time slugger did on a Hall of Fame level. Despite being known for his 714 round trippers, the Bambino without that number still might have been a member of Cooperstown. Other legendary career milestones were a big part of the Babe’s 22 years in the big leagues. He was also a great guy off of the field as well; big supporter of the fans and community, but all in all, Ruth was not just a home run hitter. Along Continue reading Babe Ruth, Not Just a Home Run Hitter→

Week of 2-23-15

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

Legend: Steve Garvey was one of the most clutch hitters of his time during his 19-year career with the Dodgers then Padres. He batted .338 with 31 RBI’s in 55 postseason games, while two NLCS MVP’s along the way. He was a great number 4 or 5 hitter in the lineup, while he hit for average and power. Garvey was a 10-time all-star and won the NL MVP in 1974. Steve hit over .300 7 times in his prime and collected 200+ hits 6 times, 100+ RBI’s 5 times. He was also a brilliant fielder collecting 4 gold gloves at Continue reading Week of 2-23-15→

AL East: 3 Keys to Each Teams’ Spring Training

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

Baltimore Orioles: Ublado Jimenez is tabbed to start the Spring Training game opener on Tuesday for the O’s, can he prove that he is back to 2013 form? How do Manny Machado, Matt Weiters, and Chris Davis look? Left field and right field battles, who can replace Cruz-Markakis combo? New York Yankees: What will the atmosphere be like at camp without Jeter for the first time in 20 years? GM, Brian Cashman will have his eye on how mix of veterans and young guys will mesh with each other in camp. Does A-rod look good, back in shape, can he Continue reading AL East: 3 Keys to Each Teams’ Spring Training→

3 Things to Look for at Spring Training for AL Central Teams

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

Detroit Tigers: The position battle in center field. How will manager Brad Ausmus, approach the bullpen situation during camp? Miggy’s rehab, will he be ready by opening day, back to MVP form? Kansas City Royals: Reportedly, Omar Infante is finally feeling healthy and ready to go, how will his approach during camp affect his attempt at a comeback year? Does Yordano Ventura look confident enough that he can be the ace of the staff? Reliever battles in the bullpen, along with Brandon Finnegan working out as a reliever or closer? Cleveland Indians: According to Indians’ insiders, the team is going Continue reading 3 Things to Look for at Spring Training for AL Central Teams→