With Talent and Motivation, Kevin Hooper ‘Without Concern’ As Wichita Powerhouse Readies for Playoffs

August 30, 2013 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment

“To be honest, there is no concern.” How often does a manager talk in such confident terms? Never might be too soon, right? Yet, that was exactly what Wichita (KS) Wingnuts Manager Kevin Hooper said this week when I asked him what his biggest concern was heading into next week’s American Association playoffs. Let me […]

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One Gets Look from Cards While Other Star Waits

January 20, 2011 by Bob Wirz · Leave a Comment

Â Â Â Â The stories of players who have come through the Independent Baseball ranks and show some major league promise are forever fascinating.Â Will they get a break by being in the right organization at the right time and make the most of the opportunity or have to settle for a decent minor league career? Â Â Â Â Â […]

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