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Here you will find baseball stories about players, fields, coaches, history, the present, and the experience of baseball.
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This past week, my travels took me to the Southernmost tip of Texas for work (ArcBest). I flew into Valley International Airport in Harlingen, Texas on Tuesday night. I was excited for my work spot and also excited that I …
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From time to time and park to park, I see folks wearing baseball hats that many wouldn’t think twice about reacting to. I may see an old school Red Sox hat or one signifying one of their organization’s affiliates. I …
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So, baseball fans of the world, did you watch the 2025 Major League Baseball Postseason until the final out(s) last night/this morning? Did you watch Mookie Betts of the Los Angeles Dodgers, knowing the outs needed and the runners running …
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A Vintage Base Ball Q & A With Bulldog aka Michael Paes of Bulldog Bats
Since returning home from attending my first vintage base ball game (Deep River Grinders) and doing some additional research, I have discovered a very cool network of Vintage Base Ball folks. I reached out to a number of vendors, players, …
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A Friday Afternoon Baseball Visit To Chesapeake’s Hickory High School
This Friday afternoon, I had the opportunity to visit Hickory High School, which is located in Chesapeake, VA. One city over but a very different landscape from my new hometown in Virginia Beach. My ride south on Kempsville Rd to …
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A Photo Gallery Evansville Otters Baseball Experience At Bosse Field
A few years ago I had an intern Nick Lemley, who was interested in sports journalism, help me write articles about summer baseball games. Nick went to games that were way out of my driving range, he took photos, he …
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A Sunday Afternoon Vintage Base Ball Experience featuring Deep River Grinders Vs. Vermillion Voles
During my recent trip out to the NW Indiana/South Chicago area for business (ABF Freight), I had some personal time on Saturday morning and decided to check out a local library. Yes, libraries still exist and yes, they are awesome …
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A Thursday Afternoon Valparaiso Baseball Experience
Last week, I was back in the Northwest Indiana area for work (ABF Freight) and found time on Thursday afternoon for some local baseball experiences. From my hotel in Schererville, Indiana I found a few baseball spots in nearby Valparaiso, …
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A Wednesday Afternoon Daycation Trip To Chincoteague Island – Part 4, The Farmer’s Daughter Comes Home
I was so focused on the Farmer’s story that I didn’t notice Rachel had entered the doorway of the Farmer’s office. She lightly tapped on…
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2025 Arizona Fall League Scheduled To Begin Play In October
Hey before we get into the Arizona Fall League post, how about those Boston Red Sox taking Game 1 of their Wildcard series against the…
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The 2025 MLB Postseason Stories I Will Be Following Closely
First and foremost, way to go 2025 Boston Red Sox. 81-81 season in 2024 and a resurgent 89-73 2025 season has earned you a spot…
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A Vintage Base Ball Bat Conversation with Smokeshow Woodworking
Over the past month or so, I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting, chatting, and emailing folks from the Vintage Base Ball community. I have spoken with…
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Saturday Visit To Oil City Stadium, Home Of The NW Indiana Oilmen
This past week, I traveled out to the Chicago, IL, and Northwest Indiana area for work (ABF Freight). Chicago has two sets of fans – the Northsiders, aka Cubs fans, and the Southsiders, aka White Sox fans. I have …
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Why Paul Skenes Is More Greg Maddux Than Nolan Ryan
Paul Skenes is a Starting Pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates. After a stellar college career, which started off as a two way player at the Air Force Academy and culminating as a Player of the Year winner at LSU, Skenes …
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SCABL Box Scores And Game Recaps – Newport Folk Fest, Coastal Plain League All Star Game, Bark In The Park Games
Summer collegiate and amateur baseball leagues (SCABL) all over the USA celebrated the 4th of July with baseball, family fun, fireworks, and so much more. It has been a very exciting summer season and July has so much more to …
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The Baseball Storyteller Learns A Thing Or Two About The PitchCom® Device
Here is a story for you. There is a lot about the modern game of baseball that I am still learning about. Software, technology, and modern conveniences have taken over for things like stop watches, clipboards, and putting down three …
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MLB, MILB Ballpark Pass – The Ultimate General Admission Ticket To Baseball Games
Full disclosure – For years, I have attended Major League and Minor League Baseball games having purchased a ticket to the game, and never once sat in the seat I purchased. I’m not alone, a lot of fans buy tickets …
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I Love The Current Minor League Baseball Regular Season, Postseason Schedule Format
Ok, love may be too strong of a word, so let’s say I approve of it tremendously. I like it way more than the formats used by its parent, aka Major League Baseball. This blog will discuss the two different …
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