By Aaron M Smith On December 15, 2010 word was received by many that Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Feller had passed away at the age of 92. Immediately I heard and read opposite opinions about Bob Feller - to the point that I decided to find out more about the Heater from Van Meter. Here is what I found... Let's get some of the specifics out of the way. From Van Meter, Iowa , … [Read more...] about Searching for Bob Feller
Dear Randy…
By Aaron M Smith Dear Randy, It has taken me a couple of days to write this letter. My apologies for that, as the prospect of playing golf in North Carolina for a week has dominated my thoughts. But I am excited to find out that just as I am heading down that way, so are you!! Wow, that is such a coincidence!! Now, I hope you can detect sarcasm - because this letter … [Read more...] about Dear Randy…
Tale of the Tape: World Series Games 3 and 4
By Aaron M Smith Right now the World Series has taken on the form of a scene right out of the TV hit - ER. A doctor running down the hall yelling, " We need a defibrillator - STAT!!! " Okay, that might be exaggerating the situation, but the Texas Rangers return to Arlington finding themselves in a position they haven't been in the whole playoffs - down 2-0. But everyone … [Read more...] about Tale of the Tape: World Series Games 3 and 4
Tale of Tape: World Series Games 1 & 2
By Aaron M Smith Somewhere Brian McCann is wondering if he is going to get a World Series ring this year. Sounds a little strange, as McCann's Braves are already home hitting the local golf courses. But thanks to McCann's double in the Midsummer Classic, also known as the MLB All-Star game - the National League won the game and ultimately home field advantage for the World … [Read more...] about Tale of Tape: World Series Games 1 & 2
Tale of the Tape: The ALCS
By Aaron M Smith If Charles Dickens was here, I think he would love the upcoming 2010 American League Championship Series. This ALCS features a Tale of Two Cities if you will.. First you have the city/team that is excited to be here ( Texas Rangers). Then you have the city/team that expected to be here (New York Yankees). Both teams took different routes to get here. The … [Read more...] about Tale of the Tape: The ALCS