Johnny Lumsden, Author at Johnny L's Baseball Clubhouse

Camden Yards: Overrated, but Still Historic

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

The first time one enters Oriole Park at Camden Yards, they have to go through the centerfield pavilion, as that is one of the greatest locations in the game today. Unlike any other major league stadium, the team’s retired numbers are presented as statues, along with the sculptures of legends: Brooks Robinson, Cal Ripken Jr, Eddie Murray, Earl Weaver, and Jim Palmer. As one walks past into the gates, a great view of the field is portrayed with large black iron gates being the gateway to the outfield seats. One will notice right away that all the concession stands Continue reading Camden Yards: Overrated, but Still Historic→

Frankie Frisch

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

“Trying to lift Carl Hubbell’s screwball was like a guy trying to hit fungus out of a well.” Frankie Frisch describing years after retirement, to Baseball Digest magazine, how lethal of a screwball Hall of Famer Carl Hubbell threw (one of the first pitchers to perfect the pitch).

Daily Quote: Bob Feller

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

“He couldn’t hit a curveball with an ironing board.” Quoted by Hall of Fame starting pitcher Bob Feller in Newsweek inquiring on Michael Jordan wanting to become a Chicago White Sock in 1994.

Brewers Moving in Motion Towards Complete Rebuild

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Johnny Lumsden — No Comments ↓

Coming into the 2015 campaign the Brewers were vying for a wild card spot with the talented roster and manager they had, but now after firing Ron Roenicke earlier in the season, then trading away big stars, the team is on a different path. After a sever downfall from first place late 2014, then a horrible outing in 2015, the Brewers are on rebuilding mode now. With a current payroll of under $100 million, the Brew-Crew has some cap space to play with. Unlike the Philadelphia Phillies, Milwaukee can rebuild and compete for a ring as early as next season. Continue reading Brewers Moving in Motion Towards Complete Rebuild→