If Only All 48 Indy Players Could Catch This Break
February 17, 2011 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment
   Robert Coello has only been pitching for four years after starting his professional career as a respected catching prospect, but the 6-foot-5, 250-pound right-hander no doubt is the envy of many of the other products of the Independent Baseball leagues who have their nameplates posted on a dressing cubicle in a major league clubhouse […]
Cristian Guerrero Will Not Be Forgotten Now After Hitting Five Homers in as Many Times at Bat
June 16, 2010 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment
Since Cristian Guerrero’s time in the Atlantic League was limited it is not surprising people did not remember much about him, but former teammate and current York outfielder Steve Haake was not in total shock when he learned the strapping outfielder had pounded home runs in five consecutive times at the plate in an independent […]
With 38 Players Used Already, Bears ‘Continuing to Build’; Perkins May Help
June 2, 2010 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment
It is highly advisable for anyone going to a Newark Bears game to pick up a program. This goes for regulars at Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium as well as the casual fan or someone watching the Bears on the road. Thirty-six games into the campaign or just past midway in the first half of […]