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• Overrated playersPhoto by Elsa/Getty Images Who loves them? The internet remains an endless source of strange stuff: a firehose of information, disinformation, entertainment and opinions. I read through a lot of the sports stuff that pops up on my feed, for better or worse. Most of it is just someone’s opinion. You see something like the ten best players in NBA history and if Wilt Chamberlain isn’t on the ...2024Check it out Cy Young rumors -
• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1951Andy Pafko in 1948 | Photo by: Diamond Images/Getty Images One of these became one of the worst deals in Cubs history. The Cubs had a poor season in 1950, losing 89 games. It was their fourth straight losing season and third straight of 89 losses or more (roughly equivalent to a 94-loss year in a 162-game schedule). They got off to a modestly good start in ‘51, and after defeating the Phil...2024Click for news about World Series news and rumors -
• So this is where we areI don't think I need to explain where I am at with Allen & Ginter. But I've got some new followers on BlueSky today (my Twitter account is not long for this world) so a brief recap:Started a blog in 2008 and one of my early posts was about my complete-and-total adoration of Allen & Ginter, particularly that year's edition. The years go on and I plunge into Gint-a-Cuffs, an annual blog-wide s...2024Check it out Cody Bellinger news -
• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1961“The other” Frank Thomas bats for the Cubs in 1960 | Photo by Hy Peskin/Getty Images A companion series to last year’s. Last year’s offseason series here was a look at Cubs trades from 1962-2023. You can read all those articles here. So, this year I’m going to do the rest of the trades in Cubs history in the Modern Era, since 1901. Unlike last year, when I began in 1962 and ended in the pr...2024See also Frank Thomas breaking news today -
• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 40-21)I would be remiss if I didn't mention on a post devoted completely to cards issued in 1975 that we recently lost two key members of the 1975 baseball postseason.Both Pete Rose and Luis Tiant were critical parts of the two teams that reached the 1975 World Series. Both wily veterans by the '75 series, their abilities were trumpeted all over the playoff telecasts that year.At least that's what...2024Continue with Pete Rose latest news -
• This day in Braves History: Bobby Cox reaches 2,000 career winsPhoto by Jamie Squire/Getty Images The old skipper hits an incredible milestone. Braves Franchise History 1914: The Boston Braves complete an incredible second-half comeback to clinch the pennant. They will forever be remembered as the “Miracle Braves”. 1959: In Game 2 of a three-game playoff, the Dodgers defeat the Milwaukee Braves in 12 innings to clinch the National League pennant. Gil ...2024Click for news about Bobby Cox breaking news today
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• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1961
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• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 40-21)
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 13Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Alec Mills’ finest hour, and more! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they unfold over the co...2024See more articles Dylan Buell injury -
• Baseball history unpacked, September 11Happy birthday, Shawn Armstrong! | Photo by Matt Dirksen/Chicago Cubs/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Shawn Armstrong! Paul Popovich goes deep, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorfu...2024Click for news about Shawn Armstrong -
• Baseball history unpacked, September 6Happy birthday, D-Lee! | Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Ernie takes Koufax deep, Lou Brock passes, and other stories. Happy birthday to Derrek Lee! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful pas...2024See more Jonathan Daniel injury -
• Bobby Witt Jr. is putting together an MVP-caliber season at the wrong timePhoto by Kevin M. Cox/Getty Images Bobby Witt Jr. has had one of the best seasons ever for a shortstop, but it will be hard to overtake Aaron Judge in the MVP race. Bobby Witt is having an all-time great season, especially for a shortstop. Going back to 1969, only two shortstops have put up more than 10 fWAR, 1991 Cal Ripken Jr. and 2002 Alex Rodriguez. For bWAR there are three including ...2024Click for news about Bobby Witt injury report -
• Orlando Cepeda passes away at 86The Hall of Fame outfielder and first baseman was a member of the Atlanta Braves for parts of four seasons including the 1969 NL West Division winning club. Earlier this morning, it was announced that Hall of Fame outfielder and first baseman Orlando Cepeda had passed away. He was 86. The Puerto Rico-native, who played in MLB from 1958 through 1974, spent parts of four season with the Atlanta Brav...2024Read about Orlando Cepeda injury status -
• Baseball history unpacked, June 17Don Kessinger had a day | Photo by: 1970 SPX/Diamond Images via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Dom Kessinger’s perfect day and many other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and ...2024Visit the page Buffalo Bisons injury -
• Baseball history unpacked, May 24Jon Lieber | Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Jon Lieber throws a shutout and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they unfold over the cou...2024Continue with Clark Griffith injury report -
• Cubs 7, Braves 1: Javier Assad does it again AND the offense wakes up!Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images The Cubs righthander has been a revelation this year. And some home runs were hit! The Cubs needed two things in the series finale in Atlanta to avoid being swept: Another good starting pitcher outing, and Some runs They got both, as Javier Assad threw six more shutout innings and the offense generated 13 hits, including home runs from Mike Tauchman and...2024See more Javier Assad injuries
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• Who’s the fastest Royal of all time?Photo by David Cooper/Toronto Star via Getty Images That’s what speed do! Over the years, there is a perception that the Royals are a franchise infatuated by speed. Don’t get me wrong, speed is something you can’t teach, and I enjoy a stolen base, a triple or a terrific outfield play as much as the next guy. And speed most often facilitates those plays. But if a hitter can’t get on base, t...2023Check it out Randy Johnson -
• Wrigley Field historical sleuthing: 1964 edition
Once again, this photo is not from the year the site I found it said it was. I found this photo on a closed eBay auction page with the title “BASEBALL CHICAGO CUBS WRIGLEY FIELD VIEW TOWARD CENTER FIELD ISSUED CIRCA 1955.” That’s not even close to the right date and I don’t even have to look at the matchups to tell you that it’s not 1955. Why? Because the board has the red stripes in the middle i...2023Visit the page Wrigley Field
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• Lou Brock Has Left Leg Amputated Due To Infection Related To Diabetes
ST. LOUIS — St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Famer Lou Brock, a former base-stealing champion, had his left leg amputated below the knee due to an infection related to diabetes. The Cardinals and a longtime friend, Dick Zitzmann, confirmed Wednesday that the 76-year-old Brock had surgery last month. Brock is undergoing therapy at an area hospital and will be fitted for a prosthetic leg. Brock was diagn...2015Continue with Chicago Cubs
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"The other one-timers, in chronological order: Heinie Zimmerman (1912), Bill Nicholson (1944), Hank Sauer (1949), Walt Moryn (1956), Lou Brock (1963), Leon Durham (1982), Andre Dawson (1989) and Shawon Dunston (1989)." - 2023
"Billy Williams and Nelson Mathews singled, with Mathews doing so after he took over in right field from Lou Brock." - 2022
"Louis June 15, 1964 as part of the Lou Brock deal." - 2021
"In total, the veteran who turned 39 years old last month has appeared in 2,120 career regular-season contests with the Cardinals, behind only Lou Brock (2,289) and Stan Musial (3,026)." - 2020
"Lou Brock, the St." - 2018
"Lou Brock hasn't played since 1979, but some of his feats on the bases still stand in the National League." - 2017
"Chris Carpenter, who pitched for the Cardinals from 2004-12, is a new addition to a list of instructors that will also include Jim Edmonds, Bob Gibson and Lou Brock." - 2016
"After all those days wondering if he'd able to keep his balance and all those practice throws to build up confidence, Lou Brock delivered the most meaningful strike of his life on Monday." - 2015
" Now tied with Roberto Clemente—who finished his career with an even 3,000—Rodriguez has his sights set on Al Kaline, Wade Boggs, Palmeiro and Lou Brock."
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Lou Brock trade rumors, contract, salary rumors
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• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1961
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 13
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• Bobby Witt Jr. is putting together an MVP-caliber season at the wrong time
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• Kansas City baseball triviaCourtesy of Charlie O. Finley. A few weeks ago, I explored some of the strange things that have happened in Major League history. This week, we look at some of the oddball occurrences surrounding the history of Kansas City baseball. Before the Athletics moved to Kansas City, owner Connie Mack had his eye on a pitching prospect named Lou Brissie. Mack and Brissie reached an agreement that Brissie w...2024Read about Connie Mack contract rumors -
• Remembering the Life of Jerry GrotePhoto by Jerry Grote/Newsday via Getty Images Once a Royal, always a Royal This story was originally published in January and is being republished with some updates in the wake of the death of Jerry Grote. In the classic movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Butch tells Sundance that yes, he might be able to beat some guy in a gunfight, but maybe not since every year we get older, an...2024See more articles Michael Wacha contract rumors -
• A Royals geographical lessonPhoto by © Wally McNamee/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images Who produces the best regional talent While snowed in recently, I got to thinking about states that seem to produce more professional athletes. Pennsylvania comes to mind immediately. Looking at the top football players who came out of Pennsylvania is like looking at a Hall of Fame roster. Same with baseball, as some of the biggest na...2024See more Stan Musial trade rumors -
• This Day in Braves History: Atlanta re-signs Eric HinskePhoto by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 2010 - The Braves re-sign Eric Hinske to a one-year deal. Hinske hit .256/.338/.456 with 11 home runs in 131 games for Atlanta in 2010. He appeared in 117 games in 2011 while hitting .233/.311/.403 with 10 home runs in 2011. MLB History 1915 - The Yankees acquire Wally Pipp from the Tigers off of waivers. He would eventually anch...2024Visit the page Eric Hinske contract -
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• Rockpile Friday: If Rockies are going to be good, they need to get back to silverIsaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports Colorado Rockies news and links for Friday, November 3, 2023 The Rockies are in an award drought and things didn’t get better on Thursday when Major League Baseball announced the Silver Slugger Award finalists. There were zero Rockies on the list of nominees for the league’s best offensive player at each position. With three to four finalists for infield ...2023Continue with Colorado Rockies contract rumors -
• A look at Cubs trades in the expansion era: 1966Fergie Jenkins in 1967 | Photo by Walter Iooss Jr./Sports Illustrated via Getty Images This was a year of great change in the Cubs organization. After two decades of stumbling around the National League, the Cubs hired Leo Durocher to manage the team in October 1965. Famously, after the “College of Coaches” era, Durocher had to remind everyone that he wasn’t a “coach.” He said, at his intr...2023Read about Fergie Jenkins contract
Lou Brock stats and results
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• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1961
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• This day in Braves History: Bobby Cox reaches 2,000 career wins
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 11
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 6
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• Bobby Witt Jr. is putting together an MVP-caliber season at the wrong time
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• Baseball history unpacked, May 24
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• Baseball history unpacked, May 1Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Marcus Stroman, Mantle’s first homer, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to...2024Visit the page Marcus Stroman stats -
• The best power/speed seasons in MLB historyJay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Where does Bobby Witt Jr. rank with his 30/30 season? A monster second half propelled Bobby Witt Jr. to the first 30 home run/30 stolen base Royals season in history. It is not a feat that many players ever accomplish, so I wanted to take a little time to put his season in a greater context. The combination of power and speed that he has shown, especially o...2023Click for news about Bobby Witt stats -
• This Day in Braves History: Bobby Cox wins 2,000th gamePhoto by Ron Vesely/MLB Photos via Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1914 - The Boston Braves complete an incredible second-half comeback to clinch the pennant. They will forever be remembered as the “Miracle Braves”. 1959 - In Game 2 of a three-game playoff, the Dodgers defeat the Milwaukee Braves in 12 innings to clinch the National League pennant. Gil Hodges scores the winning run o...2023See more articles Bobby Cox stats -
• Baseball history unpacked, September 11Happy birthday, Andrew Cashner! | William DeShazer/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources, a little bit cheesy but nicely displayed. A busy day in baseball history! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at base...2023Check it out Andrew Cashner statistics
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• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 40-21)
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• Orlando Cepeda passes away at 86
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• Baseball triviaPhoto by: Paul Tepley Collection/Diamond Images/Getty Images That can’t be true The longer I’m around baseball, the more I’m fascinated by some of the strange occurrences that happen in the game. I’m going to start with the old-timers and work my way forward. Next week, I’ll do a piece on Kansas City baseball oddities. Let’s start with Ray Caldwell, who was a generational talent when he fi...2024Check it out Red Sox -
• Remembering the Life of Jerry Grote
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• A Royals geographical lesson
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• Who’s the fastest Royal of all time?
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• As it gradually loses my interestI made good progress the last couple days on my gift for Nachos Grande in the Not-So-Secret Santa gift exchange.I didn't want to talk about what he sent me much until I had at least figured out what I was sending. And now that my gift should be on its way probably early next week, I can settle down with what Chris sent.You already saw the Corey Seagers he sent. Those, probably, were what mad...2023See also Corey Seager -
• Washington Nationals news & notes: Nats out-homer Bronx Bombers, beat Yankees 2-1 in NY...Notes and quotes from the Nationals’ win in the series opener in Yankee Stadium... GRAY IN THE BRONX: Josiah Gray threw 83 pitches (50 of them strikes) in three innings against the Boston Red Sox last week in Nationals Park, giving up five hits, three walks, and five runs, all earned, taking the loss in what ended up a 5-4 game in the Sox’ favor in Washington, D.C. “The command of the fastball jus...2023Read about Bronx Bombers -
• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 540-521)As objective as I try to be in all my countdown posts, there is quite a bit of bias baked into this one. I can't help it. The 1975 Topps set is more of a part of me than any other set that has been created. I naturally love certain cards in this set that someone without attachment would look at with confusion: "How can this card be better than that card? They look the same!" Oh, bu...2023See more Ron Santo -
• Slowly but surely somedayI've made do in this hobby despite working a job that is known for not paying well.I made the decision a long time ago to go into a profession because I enjoyed it, not because it made a lot of money. I've gotten used to scraping by -- have done it for decades -- and have enjoyed stability in a notoriously unstable line of work.There's not a lot of cash for cards. I've written about that man...2023See also Nolan Ryan
Top Lou Brock news
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• Hall of Famer Brock, Cardinals legend, dies at 81
Lou Brock, the St. Louis Cardinals' speedster who was a first-ballot member of Baseball's Hall of Fame, has died at 81, the team told ESPN....2020
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• Lou Brock, St. Louis Cardinals legend and Baseball Hall of Famer, dies at 81
Brock was known for his speed on the basepaths...2020
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• Lou Brock, Baseball Hall of Famer Known for Stealing Bases, Dies at 81
The son of sharecroppers, Brock attended a one-room schoolhouse, but was inspired by possibilities beyond the poverty and segregation of the rural South....2020
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• Alex Rodriguez Records 3,000th Career Hit: Highlights and Reaction
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• Rappers Mashed Up with MLB HOF Baseball Cards Is Peak Internet
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• Brock's ceremonial strike highlights festivities
After all those days wondering if he'd able to keep his balance and all those practice throws to build up confidence, Lou Brock delivered the most meaningful strike of his life on Monday. The ceremonial first pitch, caught by Ted Simmons, punctuated a 45-minute celebration of Cardinals past and present, leading into the team's home opener....2016
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• HOFer Lou Brock loses part of leg to infection
HOFer Lou Brock loses part of leg to infection...2015
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• Kurkjian: The greatness of the late Lou Brock went beyond baseball
Hits and stolen bases added up to a Hall of Fame career, but Brock brought more than that to the ballpark....2020
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• Canha Met Brother Get A Marte-F’in Break?
Welp, we were supposed to start our fantasy baseball sleepers today, but there was some movement before the lockout. *looks in the toilet* "Hey, we got movement!" By the way, for those of you who didn't hear my thoughts on the impending lockout, you can listen to the last episode of our fantasy baseball podcast. Basically, I expect them to go to their separate corners. Owners will cry poor; player...2021Continue with Mark Canha
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• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1951
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• A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1961
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• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 40-21)
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• This day in Braves History: Bobby Cox reaches 2,000 career wins
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 13
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• Bobby Witt Jr. is putting together an MVP-caliber season at the wrong time
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• This day in Braves History: McCann hits first video review walk-off homer over MarlinsPhoto by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Of course the Braves were the first team to have something like this happen. Braves Franchise History 1930: A little comedy is injected into an 11-inning, 9-8 Braves victory over the Phillies. The Braves’ Rabbit Maranville makes the third out of the 4th inning in a steal attempt at second base. He argues vigorously and at length. Fresco Thompson of the P...2024See more articles Rabbit Maranville -
• This Day in Braves History: Atlanta acquires Terry Pendleton from the MarlinsBraves Franchise History 1921 - John Watson tosses two complete game victories in a doubleheader against the Phillies. 1984 - In Cooperstown, the Tigers defeat the Braves 7-5 in the annual Hall of Fame Game. 1996 - The Braves acquire third baseman Terry Pendleton from the Marlins in exchange for minor league outfielder Roosevelt Brown. 2018 - Ronald Acuña Jr. homers to lead off both games of a ...2024Click for news about Terry Pendleton
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• Three cheers for three dealersI went to the big card show at the state fairgrounds for the first time in almost a year yesterday. Since I had completed 1970 Topps about a month ago, I didn't have a specific major quest for this show. But I knew there would be a lot available so I made some vague goals: 1. Finish the 2024 Topps flagship set2. Focus on the Fleer Laughlin World Series cards3. Upgrade a handful of ...2024Visit the page World Series scandal -
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• Scott Miller's Starting 9: Cubs, Bryce, a-Rod, Yankees and More…Do We Believe?
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