By Taylor Nigrelli A quick look at the MLB standings provides a bit of a shock and a few questions. We’re already a quarter through the season? How can that be? Didn’t Opening Day just happen? More prominently, some baseball-related questions may arise. Is this no longer considered a small sample size? Are Jon Lester and Clay Buchholz good enough to keep Boston … [Read more...] about Beantown Pitching, Desert Hitting and an Epic Duel of Futility
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Family connection propels Johnson to early success?
By Taylor Nigrelli Thad Johnson’s love for baseball may extend beyond his enjoyment of the game; it might be in his DNA. The freshman shortstop for the Wellsville Nitros is the fifth member of his family to attend St Bonaventure on athletic scholarship and is one of three brothers to play baseball for Coach Larry Sudbrook’s squad. Johnson believes his family connection … [Read more...] about Family connection propels Johnson to early success?
Weightman brings focus to Geneva
By Taylor Nigrelli @Nigrelli93 Brian Weightman has never had any doubts about his athleticism. The 6’4 outfielder from Jeannette, Pa., and current junior at St. Bonaventure, was a three-sport athlete at Jeanette High School where he played football with current Oakland Raiders quarterback, Terrelle Pryor. However, while for playing for the Geneva Red Wings in the New … [Read more...] about Weightman brings focus to Geneva
MLB Splinters: Oakland’s Hard-Hitting Misfits, Rockie Foundations and More
By Taylor Nigrelli/ The Hungry Dog Blog We’re now more than three weeks into the MLB season and while the action thus far provides a small sample size, a few trends can be noticed. Some of these, such as the Angels struggling due to a complete inability to pitch, don’t come as a surprise. Other developments, such as the Rockies leading the NL West or the Nationals struggling … [Read more...] about MLB Splinters: Oakland’s Hard-Hitting Misfits, Rockie Foundations and More
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By Doug Smith Courtesy of the Niagara Gazette So just how equal were opportunities in Jackie Robinson’s America? Consider this: Three years after he broke baseball’s “color barrier,” Hollywood made a movie of his life, so far. Not one black actor was considered appropriate for the role. Robinson played himself, and quite well, with Ruby Dee as … [Read more...] about 42