“A Million Dollar Deal”

February 7, 2019 by Mike Lynch · 1 Comment

In 1965 the Cincinnati Reds dealt Frank Robinson to the Baltimore Orioles. Here’s an article I wrote almost 12 years ago that examines that historic trade. May you forever rest in peace, Mr. Robinson. December 9, 1965: Reds right fielder Frank Robinson to the Orioles for Milt Pappas, Jack Baldschun and Dick Simpson. When Cincinnati […]

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Garcia Makes a Statement

March 17, 2010 by Daniel Shoptaw · Leave a Comment

Even though the Cardinals lost to the Nationals yesterday, they were able to take something away from it. Â Jaime Garcia isn’t interested in Memphis. Garcia struck out seven batters in three innings, allowing no runs and just one hit and a walk. Â Of Â course, you adjust that for competition, since the Nationals aren’t known for […]

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