Only two games at most remain on the 2013 baseball calendar, but before Game Six of the World Series, host Dave Holcomb recaps games three, four and five in St. Louis on this episode of Around the Diamond. An obstruction call and pickoff to end two of the games, there is so much to discuss. Not to mention, David Ortiz's historic run at the plate. Then, Holcomb previews what to … [Read more...] about Around the Diamond: World Series Games Three, Four & Five
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Around the Diamond: World Series Part II
Host Dave Holcomb is back on Around the Diamond to recap the World Series action from games 1 and 2. Everyone talked about the pitching rotation and who had the offensive advantage, but it was the defenses that won and lost the first two games. And what do we make of the "controversial/non-controversial" call in game 1, not to mention the reports about a substance on Jon … [Read more...] about Around the Diamond: World Series Part II
A bit of history for 109th World Series
By Kevin Smith Here we are. Starting Wednesday, the 109th and 2013 World Series will begin. It features two storied franchises: the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals. These legendary organizations have won a combined 18 World Series titles. A lot of history for these two teams when they square off in the grand daddy of Major League Baseball. In fact, there is … [Read more...] about A bit of history for 109th World Series
Contenders and Pretenders in the Late-Season MLB Pennant Push
By Taylor Nigrelli As we move into the final two months of perhaps the most exciting MLB season in 15 years, we can began to see teams that have posing as contenders all year fall off and teams that haven’t quite reached their potential ready to emerge. This is, of course, no different than any other season. In 2011 the Cardinals came on in August after toiling below … [Read more...] about Contenders and Pretenders in the Late-Season MLB Pennant Push
Pittsburgh Pirates: why they shouldn’t trade for Cliff Lee
By Dave Holcomb Many baseball columnists have been writing and discussing whether the Pirates should go after Phillies Ace Cliff Lee if he indeed goes on the market this month. Even with all the cons, analysts are arguing for Pittsburgh to acquire Lee to help the team make a push towards the postseason. As a long-time Pirates fan, however, I hope this trade never … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh Pirates: why they shouldn’t trade for Cliff Lee