Tag Archives: Twins

Is A-Rod Clutch Yet?

So now that the Yankees have advanced in the playoffs, in no small part due to the offensive production of Alex Rodriguez, can we now stop talking about how he “isn’t clutch,” or “folds under pressure,” or “can’t do it when it matters most?”  Seriously, I’ve lived in New York for the entire time A-Rod [...]

The MLB Playoffs: As Much Fun as an Old Person’s Birthday Party

For those of you that haven’t seen any of the playoff games, good for you.  I guarantee you were doing something better.  And for those of you, like me, who have watched them closely: I’m sorry.  Seriously.  These games have sucked.  My eyes want a refund.  Here’s my break down:
Rockies at Philly Game 1

BORING!  Normally [...]

Video (Out)Cast

During the All-Star break, JD and I got together to make our second half predictions for playoff teams, award winners, etc.  I know hindsight is 20/20, but man, we were WAY off.  Here’ the first half covering the AL:

History Kicks Ass: Rusty Kuntz

That’s right.  Rusty Kuntz.  This is a real person.  A person who played baseball.  A person who is currently the first base coach for the Kansas City Royals, with the name “Kuntz” displayed proudly across the back of his jersey.  He had a short and relatively undistinguished 7 year career in the MLB, playing for [...]

Thoughts on the Deadline Deals

Hey there readers.  I know that everyone has already weighed in on the trades made right before the deadline, but I have an excuse for being late to the party.  There was a  wedding in The Other Fifteen family, as our Vice President and Co-Creator Patrick Carey got married to his longtime better half.  It [...]