What Fabulous Match-Ups in Major League Games

September 16, 2010 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment

The influx of Independent Baseball players into the majors this month has been exciting, and it is much more than a pure numbers game.Â Think about these feats, which should have every non-affiliated player, executive and fan jumping for joy: When Bobby Cramer made his debut in a start for Oakland his mound opponent was […]

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Gibbons Homers Off Fellow Indy Leaguer in Major League Game

September 14, 2010 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment

While concentrating on the finalizing of playoff pairings, one cannot help but wonder how many Atlantic League fans took notice of the special moment that took place Sunday when two of the leagueâ€™s current major leaguers squared off against each other. On this occasion, two onetime Long Island Ducks were standing 60 feet, six inches […]

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