Reds coach Jacoby, instructors take their cuts at batting cageTuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:04AMBrook Jacoby, the Cincinnati Reds hitting coach, and son Torrey, a sophomore at Pepperdine University, were hanging around the Bat-R-Up indoor batting cages in Camarillo Tuesday before the start of the final day of a winter baseball camp run by Roger Frash and college players.
A great opportunity to integrate the construction unionsMonday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:57PMOne of the most curious situations going on in the political arena is the strong support construction unions get from Black elected officials and traditional civil rights organizations.
Local baseball fans get new cable channelMonday, January 5, 2009 @ 8:05AMTime Warner Cable San Antonio has added the Major League Baseball Network to its digital basic tier. (TWC)
Things the NHL should resolve to doSunday, January 4, 2009 @ 4:26AMLose a couple franchises. Lose the composite sticks. Lose the commish. Al Strachan has lots of advice for the NHL in 2009.
Nos. 10 & 9: Scott of all trades and Cari onFriday, January 2, 2009 @ 4:22PMHoggard sophomore Scott Coleman spent the spring of 2008 looking at plenty of green - both on the golf course and the outfield grass as a member of the golf and baseball teams for the Vikings. He was pretty good at both sports, but May 13 tested his abilities to the fullest.
Stairs, Morneau highlighted Canadian baseball in 2008Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 2:17PM With one swing of the bat, Matt Stairs became a folk hero in Philadelphia and provided Canadian baseball fans with the brightest highlight of the 2008 major league season.
OnMilwaukee.com Recommends: Jan. 1, 2009Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 7:58AMThe biggest stories of 2008 centered on our quest to elect our 44th president. Our first batch of recommendations for 2009 includes a great book about No. 7 (Andrew Jackson) as well as a hangover cure, a cool documentary about a royal restaurant family in New York, some catchy old singles from a classic band, a solid new iPhone app, some tasty wings and prudent lifestyle tips for you to ignore ...
Board says timing’s not right to go full timeWednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 3:05AMState Sen. Terry Care said recently he will push a bill in Carson City to mandate that Clark County Commission seats become full-time jobs.
Hot Stove Daily: Florida MarlinsTuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 10:12PMThe miserly Marlins, who actually have talent, will continue to skate by on the cheap.
Arts and entertainmentTuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 7:03PMMUSICn Caliban: The Celtic duo is performing at 7 p.m., Jan. 10, at Mission Coffee Roasting Co., 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Locals picket Reno Hyatt for unfair labor practicesTuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 6:54PMWatching a crew work Tuesday on the future Hyatt Hospitality Suites on the corner of Plumb Lane and Terminal Way in Reno, Paul McKenzie pointed out two safety violations as a panel was being hoisted by a crane without being secured and another as a worker was on the edge of the fourth floor without wearing a restraint.
The Union Lists the Top 10 Stories of 2008: Part IITuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:06PMLast week, we started a countdown of the year’s top 10 sports stories (read stories 10 through 6 on www.Sac Union.com ). This week we list stories 5 through 1.
Charter Adds Major League Baseball NetworkTuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 11:53AM ST. LOUIS----Charter Communications, Inc. announced today the addition of the Major League Baseball Network to the digital portion of its Expanded Basic line-up, when MLB Network officially launches on January 1, 2009.
Blackhawks, Red Wings prepare to hit the ice at WrigleyTuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:16AMCHICAGO — Adam Burish was dressed in layers nearly two years ago, ready for any type of cold when he took the ice in a college hockey game at Green Bay’s Lambeau Field. He learned quickly that no extra insulation was needed. | Photo gallery | PrairieThunder trades Bozoian, waives Miller | NHL page
Royals restock pitchingMonday, December 29, 2008 @ 4:30PM The only item left for the Royals on their offseason shopping list is that high-impact middle infielder that once seemed little more than holiday dreaming. General manager Dayton Moore and other club officials departed the winter meetings Thursday with a sense of accomplishment after signing two pitchers and moving close to a deal with a third. Left-hander Horacio Ramirez returns to the ...
Popular TagsSunday, December 28, 2008 @ 10:48PMOne of the most curious situations going on in the political arena is the strong support construction unions get from Black elected officials and traditional civil rights organizations.
2008 list of championsSaturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:37PMWith David Tyree making a miraculous catch, the New York Giants capped off their final drive of Super Bowl XLII with a touchdown to upset the New England Patriots and prevent the AFC champions from becoming only the second team in NFL history to finish the season without a blemish on its record.
Baltimore Orioles Team ReportSaturday, December 27, 2008 @ 2:08AMThe Orioles will enter 2009 with just as many questions as they did in 2008.
Legends arena possibleFriday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:44AMWhen the Legends at Sparks Marina made its debut earlier this year, city leaders touted the jump start they expected the $1.2 billion retail-entertainment-restaurant center to provide.
Lady in the Locker RoomWednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 3:17PMA Carmel woman, the first person hired by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1958, has written a book called "Lady in the Locker Room." Flo Thomasian Snyder paints a picture of her colorful decade with the likes of Don Drysdale, Sandy Koufax, and Duke Snider.
Golfer trades shovel for a driverWednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 10:34AM Mansfield High golfer is going to be attending school in Florida and taking part in training at a golf academy.
Justice: Astros have character guy in BooneWednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 12:35AMHe once took a $1 million pay cut because he didn’t like the way he was playing. Is there anything else you really need to know about Aaron Boone? If you think professionalism, resilience, grit and character are important, you might grow to love this newest member of the Astros.
YANKEES LEARNED EXPENSIVE LESSONTuesday, December 23, 2008 @ 4:40PMThe most obvious reason is money. That is why Mark Teixeira is a Yankee today. We are talking about an organization that now has the four largest contracts currently in play in the majors, with the outlays this offseason for Teixeira ($180...
YANKS RELIVE PERFECTIONMonday, December 22, 2008 @ 3:18AMDon Larsen has replayed the greatest pitching performance in World Series history countless times - in his mind. But amazingly, he saw it for the first time last week. The legendary Yankee hurler watched a film of the original 1956 broadcast...
Phillies had ample reasons to celebrate in 2008Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 3:20PMLOS ANGELES: There were plenty of compelling Major League Baseball storylines in 2008 but none better than two improbable winners who shook off loveable loser tags to make it to the World Series.
Saturday Scorecard: CC makes the pressure pointSaturday, December 20, 2008 @ 10:43AMWhile hoping for a Christmas miracle, many Brewers fans told themselves that CC Sabathia might prefer the low-key environment in Milwaukee over the "fishbowl" life in New York. After signing a huge deal with the Yankees, Sabathia shot down that theory and gave a window into the inner thoughts of big-time free agents.
Boston Red Sox Team ReportFriday, December 19, 2008 @ 2:46AMThe Red Sox front office has super-agent Scott Boras and by proxy free agent catcher Jason Varitek exactly where it wants him in a negotiating sense.
Ring In The Holidays At Baysox Open House This WeekWednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 4:03PMDecember 17, 2008 From all of the staff here at the Bowie Baysox, we would like to sincerely thank you for an outstanding 2008 season and for your continued support of the Baysox!
Given a liftSaturday, December 13, 2008 @ 7:04AMSometimes it is more fun to not let the facts get in the way of a good story. And Brett Favre being painted as the savior of the New York Jets is a tale as grand as the Empire State Building.
AP sources: K-Rod, Mets agree at $37MWednesday, December 10, 2008 @ 10:05AMLAS VEGAS (AP) -- Desperate for a closer, the New York Mets landed the top one available: Francisco Rodriguez. Now, they have to figure out how to hand him the lead.
AP sources: K-Rod, Mets agree at $37MWednesday, December 10, 2008 @ 6:50AMLAS VEGAS (AP)—Desperate for a closer, the New York Mets landed the top one available: Francisco Rodriguez….
Mets, K-Rod Reach $37M AgreementWednesday, December 10, 2008 @ 6:25AMDesperate for a closer, the New York Mets landed the top one available: Francisco Rodriguez.Now, they have to figure out how to hand him the lead. Coming off a record-setting season, Rodriguez reached a preliminary agreement Tuesday with the Mets on a $37 million, three-year contract.
Moore shoots down Royals rumors at winter meetingsWednesday, December 10, 2008 @ 5:20AMOne tantalizing rumor after another chased the Royals through the long angling corridors of the Bellagio hotel and casino Tuesday as the baseball industry worked through the second full day of its annual meetings. The whopper concerned a whopper to send right-hander Zack Greinke and outfielder José Guillen to Atlanta for outfielder Jeff Francoeur and a number of other prospects.
Reds talk trades but want value for young playersWednesday, December 10, 2008 @ 4:56AMCINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds are talking trades at the baseball winter meetings. Cincinnati needs a catcher, but General Manager Walt Jocketty won’t talk about a possible deal that would send utility man Ryan Freel to Baltimore for Ramon Hernandez.
Tribune Co. considers bankruptcySunday, December 7, 2008 @ 11:38PMCHICAGO -- Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times parent Tribune Co. is working with bankruptcy advisers at investment bank Lazard and law firm Sidley Austin to weigh its financial options, sources said Sunday.
Rangers exploring what’s on winter marketSunday, December 7, 2008 @ 11:04PMBy JEFF WILSON LAS VEGAS — At no point this year have the Texas Rangers been planning to break the bank in free agency during the off-season. Not when the New York Stock Exchange was above 12,000, and not now that the bears have sold off their interests and dropped the index down around 8,000. How the economy affects baseball business this week at the winter meetings remains uncertain. But the ...
Tribune Co. hires bankruptcy advisersSunday, December 7, 2008 @ 9:04PMOrlando Sentinel parent Tribune Co. is working with bankruptcy advisers at investment bank Lazard and law firm Sidley Austin to weigh its financial options, sources said Sunday.