Several Cedar Rapids Kernels (Low Class A; Midwest League) staffers were injured yesterday when 80-mph winds blew a tarp they were attempting to place over the field at Veterans Memorial Stadium.Three staffers suffered concussions, while Assistant General Manager Scott Wilson dislocated his left shoulder.
Three staffers suffered concussions, while Assistant General Manager Scott Wilson dislocated his left shoulder.
― mookieproof, Tuesday, 1 July 2014 15:07 (nine years ago) link
Kernels popping
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Tuesday, 1 July 2014 16:26 (nine years ago) link
http://gallery.mailchimp.com/44b3ca905c31680f75f080333/images/d18e4a97-f6c1-4baa-9377-34c922c55be4.jpg
― mookieproof, Saturday, 12 July 2014 01:56 (nine years ago) link
oh good
― Neckbread (Will M.), Saturday, 12 July 2014 09:02 (nine years ago) link
south bend silver hawks shortstop andrew velazquez, who turns 20 today, has reached base in 72 consecutive games, a minor league record*
― mookieproof, Monday, 14 July 2014 14:40 (nine years ago) link
grant kay, a 27th-round pick out of louisville, just hit for the cycle in his first professional game for the hudson valley renegades
― mookieproof, Monday, 14 July 2014 17:44 (nine years ago) link
also homered on the first pitch he saw as a pro
― mookieproof, Monday, 14 July 2014 20:40 (nine years ago) link
btw
http://m.mlb.com/video/v34578157/71314-allstar-futures-game
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Tuesday, 15 July 2014 18:36 (nine years ago) link
that Gallo HR was insane.
― Porto for Pyros (The Cursed Return of the Dastardly Thermo Thinwall), Tuesday, 15 July 2014 21:13 (nine years ago) link
I'm being a hypocrite here, because I don't pay attention to the minors, but this is a good piece:
http://espn.go.com/blog/sweetspot/post/_/id/49815/time-to-invest-in-minor-leaguers
― clemenza, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 16:52 (nine years ago) link
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BsryCcACQAAa2TA.jpg
The Chihuahuas will wear specially made jerseys that are to be auctioned off, with proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of El Paso.
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 18:12 (nine years ago) link
Can I watch AAA All-Star Game online tonight?
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Wednesday, 16 July 2014 18:40 (nine years ago) link
it's on the mlb network, so you can probably find a stream
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 18:42 (nine years ago) link
the triple-a all-star drinking game
Any time International League home run king Mike Hessman is mentioned, everyone must raise their glass and say “To the King!” The last person to do this must drink, and everyone else yells “Long Live The King” while that person drinks. Do this every time Hessman is mentioned.
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 20:36 (nine years ago) link
Mike Jacobs "obviously not one of the top prospects in the game"
― Andy K, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 23:15 (nine years ago) link
Still dippin'
Mike Jacobs has struck out.
― Andy K, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 23:16 (nine years ago) link
joc pederson is the only actual prospect there iirc
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 16 July 2014 23:32 (nine years ago) link
http://www.sportingnews.com/mlb/story/2014-07-22/mike-hessman-toledo-mud-hens-journey-detroit-tigers-crash-davis-jason-marquis
― Andy K, Wednesday, 23 July 2014 00:51 (nine years ago) link
might have been worth mentioning that he's hit .188/.272/.422 in the majors (though it's true it's been in short stints here and there)
john lindsey is a guy who *really* never got a shot, except for a feel-good photo op in 2010. but he'll keep playing in mexico or the caribbean winter leagues or wherever as long as they'll have him. what else is he gonna do with his high school degree?
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 23 July 2014 01:11 (nine years ago) link
Bridgeport Bluefish create worst military "tribute" unis
http://www.sbnation.com/lookit/2014/7/25/5937983/blue-fish-topless-military-nipple-festival
Someone in the office saw a DVD called Basic Training with an all-hung cast, I guess.
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Saturday, 26 July 2014 13:28 (nine years ago) link
Lieutenant Dan?
― Andy K, Saturday, 26 July 2014 13:37 (nine years ago) link
We see you, Mike Jacobs.
http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11270959/ten-minor-leaguers-ejected-brawl-los-angeles-dodgers-arizona-diamondbacks-affiliates
― Andy K, Sunday, 27 July 2014 19:42 (nine years ago) link
scouting Mets #1 pick Michael Conforto in Coney Island tonight
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Thursday, 31 July 2014 15:12 (nine years ago) link
He took an ohfer as Brooklyn lost 14-3, v disappointing
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Friday, 1 August 2014 14:02 (nine years ago) link
should have waited until saturday for the star wars jerseys
http://www.milb.com/assets/images/6/9/8/86770698/cuts/brooklyn_uniforms_w531kcoq_3n8qosbm.jpg
sorry i couldn't make it -- didn't even get out of work until 7
― mookieproof, Friday, 1 August 2014 14:09 (nine years ago) link
Gil Hodges, Jedi mgr
Sunday the 24th is Catch on the Field Day
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Friday, 1 August 2014 14:15 (nine years ago) link
wait why is Gil Hodges a Sith lord, if I'm interpreting that prequel bullshit correctly
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Friday, 1 August 2014 14:16 (nine years ago) link
Cespedes Family BBQ were also at the game, I forgot to mention the leprechaun:
http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=24324
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Friday, 1 August 2014 16:06 (nine years ago) link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LkxOA_6B6A
another chapter in the legend of joe mikulik
― mookieproof, Monday, 18 August 2014 23:26 (nine years ago) link
Twins taking no chances, ending Buxton's year
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Tuesday, 19 August 2014 14:49 (nine years ago) link
manny ramirez just homered off randy wolf. in 2014
― mookieproof, Tuesday, 19 August 2014 18:24 (nine years ago) link
http://i.imgur.com/qcUmVta.jpg
One lucky fan at the Albuquerque Isotopes game next Friday, Aug. 29, will drive away (or tow away) outfielder Joc Pederson's luxurious 1994 Buick Century. Fans will not want to miss the chance to win this one-of-a-kind car driven by the next Los Angeles Dodgers superstar. The car, nicknamed "Little Chucky," has only 166,000 miles on it and has at least one operable window, which is really all you need. It is perfect for cruising around during the New Mexico summers with its "awesome" stereo system and lack of air conditioning. Kelly Blue Book estimates the value at nearly $1,000 (depending on if it has a full tank of gas). Little Chucky will also come with two complimentary air fresheners and whatever else Pederson forgets to clean out. The Isotopes guarantee 100 percent that this distinctive car will carry you all the way to your next destination out of the Isotopes Park parking lot. A satisfactory safety inspection has been completed on the vehicle. On Aug. 29, fans can enter for a chance to win the car during the game on the concourse in front of the Isotopes Pro Shop. The car will be given away on the field following the game and just prior to that night's fireworks show. Contestants must be 18 years of age with a valid drivers license, and the winner is responsible for all license and registrations fees, as well as any taxes. The winner agrees to accept the vehicle "as is." Pederson is on the brink of becoming the Pacific Coast League's first 30-30 player in the modern era. He currently has 31 home runs and 28 stolen bases. The last player to record a 30-30 season in the PCL was Frank Demaree in 1934 when he hit 45 homers and stolen 41 bases in 189 games. Prior to the 2014 season, Pederson was ranked the Dodgers top overall prospect by Baseball America.
― mookieproof, Friday, 22 August 2014 18:00 (nine years ago) link
the ogden raptors of the pioneer league refused to take the field in the bottom of the seventh at grand junction last night, citing unplayable field conditions. the umpires disagreed and ruled that ogden, which was leading 4-2, had forfeited. the game is under protest.
ogden's manager is black jack mcdowell
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 27 August 2014 16:16 (nine years ago) link
protest upheld! game to continue this evening
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 27 August 2014 19:30 (nine years ago) link
will Jack's band play first?
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Wednesday, 27 August 2014 19:45 (nine years ago) link
minor league musical chairs is underway
― mookieproof, Tuesday, 16 September 2014 22:09 (nine years ago) link
The Rockies are set to switch Triple-A affiliates, teaming up with the Albuquerque Isotopes and leaving behind the Colorado Springs Sky Sox after 21 years.
I enjoyed the park in C'Springs.
― son of a lewd monk (Dr Morbius), Wednesday, 17 September 2014 15:39 (nine years ago) link
apparently the rockies didn't. after years of having triple-a teams move closer to their parent clubs, things seem to be going the other way.
dodgers replace astros in oklahoma cityrockies replace dodgers in albuquerque
sounds likegiants replace a's in sacramentoa's replace brewers in nashville
leaving the brewers and astros to fight over colorado springs and fresno. kinda surprised that the mets extended in las vegas, but maybe they realized that none of the better triple-a locations wanted to work with them
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 17 September 2014 18:27 (nine years ago) link
@beckjasonMike Hessman, he of 417 minor-league HRs, homered for Aragua in the Venezuelan League last night. He's playing winter ball at age 36.
Respect
― Andy K, Tuesday, 14 October 2014 17:46 (nine years ago) link
gotta get paid
― mookieproof, Tuesday, 14 October 2014 17:53 (nine years ago) link
Are there any reports out of the AZ Fall League about how the speeding-up rules are working out?
― warning, #4 can't be unseen (WilliamC), Tuesday, 14 October 2014 18:25 (nine years ago) link
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bz7k2hECYAAKv18.jpg
― mookieproof, Tuesday, 14 October 2014 19:35 (nine years ago) link
i haven't been paying much attention to the speeding-up rules, but mark appel was charged with two balls last night -- one for stepping off because of a jittery runner at first and one for throwing a wild pitch on his final warmup toss, which resulted in a violation of the 2:05-between-innings rule
― mookieproof, Wednesday, 15 October 2014 14:00 (nine years ago) link
not entirely sure how i feel about this one, but at the very least it captures triple-a well:
http://theclassical.org/articles/josh-lueke-and-the-ways-of-anger
― mookieproof, Friday, 21 November 2014 03:18 (nine years ago) link
http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/milb-opposes-players-backs-mlb-lawsuit
― mookieproof, Thursday, 11 December 2014 16:24 (nine years ago) link
Brand announced that beginning next year, he will petition Congress to add minor league baseball players to the list of 35 occupations not required to receive minimum wage or overtime pay as dictated in the Federal Labor Standards Act. If successful, minor leaguers would fall into a group that includes seasonal workers, trainees and babysitters —- likely dooming the lawsuit.
nagl
― mookieproof, Thursday, 11 December 2014 16:31 (nine years ago) link
the rochester red wings were in havana as the cuban revolution began on july 26, 1960:
The Red Wings traveled to Havana for a series in late July that year. Before their game, Fidel Castro, the leader of the Cuban revolution, staged an exhibition game between a team of his supporters and a team of military police. Castro pitched two innings and helped whip the crowd into a frenzy.The game stretched into extra innings, and at midnight the crowd erupted as the new day began. It was the 26th of July, a date traditionally celebrated as the beginning of the Cuban revolution.Democrat and Chronicle reporter George Beahon, who was in the stadium that night, gave this account:"Promptly at midnight, rockets in the background behind the stadium signaled the start of Cuba's first July 26 celebration. The Cuban anthem played and everyone rose to sing. At the same time, weapons inside and outside the ballpark began firing."It wasn't simply a noisy spectacle. Bullets fired into the air must come down, of course. One stray bullet struck Red Wing infielder Frank Verdi in the head while he was warming up between innings. Fortunately for him, he was wearing a plastic helmet liner inside of his cap, otherwise he might have been killed. Verdi thought he had been struck by a baseball."Then I saw the bullet on the ground," Verdi later recounted. "It was a good size, a .45. It hit me right in the side of the head and took part of my ear off, then hit me in the shoulder. It really didn't bother me until an hour later, when I started to think about what happened. Hell, bullets were falling out of the sky like hailstones that night."Havana shortstop Leo Cardenas was not so lucky. A bullet struck him in the right shoulder blade a few minutes later. At that point, both teams fled the field. The game ended in a tie.
The game stretched into extra innings, and at midnight the crowd erupted as the new day began. It was the 26th of July, a date traditionally celebrated as the beginning of the Cuban revolution.
Democrat and Chronicle reporter George Beahon, who was in the stadium that night, gave this account:
"Promptly at midnight, rockets in the background behind the stadium signaled the start of Cuba's first July 26 celebration. The Cuban anthem played and everyone rose to sing. At the same time, weapons inside and outside the ballpark began firing."
It wasn't simply a noisy spectacle. Bullets fired into the air must come down, of course. One stray bullet struck Red Wing infielder Frank Verdi in the head while he was warming up between innings. Fortunately for him, he was wearing a plastic helmet liner inside of his cap, otherwise he might have been killed. Verdi thought he had been struck by a baseball.
"Then I saw the bullet on the ground," Verdi later recounted. "It was a good size, a .45. It hit me right in the side of the head and took part of my ear off, then hit me in the shoulder. It really didn't bother me until an hour later, when I started to think about what happened. Hell, bullets were falling out of the sky like hailstones that night."
Havana shortstop Leo Cardenas was not so lucky. A bullet struck him in the right shoulder blade a few minutes later. At that point, both teams fled the field. The game ended in a tie.
― mookieproof, Thursday, 18 December 2014 22:41 (nine years ago) link
more on the MILB players' case
http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=25231
― things lose meaning over time (Dr Morbius), Saturday, 20 December 2014 15:58 (nine years ago) link