Nidiffer Inks Deal With Astros

June 18, 2010 by Paul Gotham · Leave a Comment

Good things do come to those who wait. The 2010 Major League Baseball draft came and went. Three days and 50 rounds passed. Twelve Wildcats from the University of Kentucky heard their names called.Â Former Webster Yankee, Marcus Nidiffer, waited patiently. When he did not hear his name, Nidiffer remained calm.The omission surprised a few […]

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Home Cooking

March 13, 2010 by Ted Leavengood · Leave a Comment

Chemical additives have played havoc with athletics and our food. Â Cooking at home is a good place to start to combat both concerns. Â Some teams, notably the Braves, emphasize drafting amateurs from close to home in Georgia, then slow cook them into quality professionals in their minor leagues. Â The Nationals could use a little of […]

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