September Baseball Narrative

The scent of hot dogs, the crack of the ball off the bat, and umpires hollering “strike” are just a few memories one will have after attending a baseball game. America’s game is filled with many sensory details, which is why it is so appealing to many spectators, as well as players. The massive fences in the outfield seem daunting up close; the players seem to whip the ball effortlessly, but with extraordinary speed. Spectator’s noses will be filled with baseball smells such as sunflowers seeds, which everyone seems to be chewing, or the perfume of fresh cut outfield grass. The home fans will be cheering with optimism despite the score.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.--The West Virginia University baseball team split a doubleheader with Jacksonville on Saturday afternoon at Monongalia County Ballpark.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.--A game that started as a pitcher 's duel turned ugly for the West Virginia University baseball team in the latter innings as Furman defeated the Mountaineers in in the series-opener on Friday evening at Monongalia County Ballpark.

There was the casino attorney and the university trustee. There was the business executive and the gastroenterologist. There was the “Statman,” as well as several other local business and professional leaders.

The story hasn 't changed of late, Jeff Locke continued the strong streak of Pirates ' pitching in a 3-2 win over the White Sox yesterday; Gerrit Cole will look to do the same tonight against Jeff Samardzija and the White Sox.

Since the beginning of baseball, each ball that has ever been made has exactly one hundred and eight stitches on them (“How Many Stitches Does a Baseball Have”). Baseball is without a doubt the most frustrating and challenging sport there is today. In the words of former Major League player and manager, Leo Durocher, “Baseball is like church. Many attend, few understand” (“Leo Durocher Quote”). This sheds just a little bit of light on just how difficult this game is to understand. The question is often asked of Major League Baseball, “Is it really just a game?” To fully understand, one must look beyond the playing aspect of baseball to the side that no one else pays much attention to.

My team and I watching from the crowd, as Clarkstown and New City battle it out to advance to the next round. The sun beaming down on us like we were asphalt on a summer day, and getting in our eyes causing us to put on eye black. I can’t help myself and smell hot pretzels being made so my dad and I buy one and share it before the game ends. The game finishes, 4-3 in favor of Clarkstown, my coach tells us to go to the out field to stretch and throw if you were a parent in the stands all you would see would be 10 bright white baseballs flying back and forth. The umpires soon arrive and our three coaches call us over, to say “We did not try this hard and make it this far to lose, so let's go get that win boys!” my team replied with “Let’s go

The dust has settled. A week removed from my first trip to the Baseball Winter Meetings in Nashville, I am already looking forward to next years meetings in DC. There were no dull moments to be had at the Winter Wonderland, otherwise known as the Opryland Hotel. The energy in the air was palpable. Great baseball minds coming together to inform through workshops, honor those in the "family" and make moves to improve their teams. Media broadcasted live, making sure all bases were covered. The trade show showcased the best of the best, everything from apparel to equipment to educational programs to mascot services. Baseball 24/7, my version of heaven.

The June 27th, 2015 championship game for our local West Hanover baseball team, it was a beautiful day Central PA perfect for the great game of baseball. Looking back it was a day I will never forget, possibly one of the most important days of my life. We were playing our rival team the undefeated Hershey teams, us only having one lose in our regular season to the one and only Hershey team. This team was loaded with athletes their cocky attitudes. They were like the Yankees and we were the Phillies, we were the underdogs but we had a motive we had an inspiration for the win.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Sophomore second baseman Shaun Corso powered the West Virginia University baseball team to a 6-2 win over Radford on Tuesday at Monongalia County Ballpark.

Over the years, new rules and experiments have been brought forth to the world of baseball. After reading the article from the New York Times posted on January 17, 2015, “As Baseball Games Drag On, Timelessness Becomes Less Than Sacred” written by Tyler Kepner, an experiment will soon be taking place to speed up the pace of baseball games, The pitching clock. This will begin next season where every minor league team will begin using a pitching clock that will include a countdown. The pitchers will be required to deliver a pitch within a set amount of time, and if failure to do so they will receive a ball. One of the main ideas of this article is time. Time that the pitchers have and time that makes baseball what it is today. By bring the pitching

“The Tigers are the World Champs” (Anderson 243). The 1984 Tigers had accomplished a lot throughout the season. Most of these things would have been unfathomable without the help of a manager, Sparky Anderson. Sparky went through a lot as the season went on. He still remained positive even through the passing of his father and team struggles took place. He also acted as another member of the family in the clubhouse to his players. Due to Sparky Anderson’s drive and determination, unfortunate life experiences, and high regard, he made baseball a great game for the entire world to enjoy.

The Blackhawks failed to give up. They pushed a Game 6 after Patrick Kane scored in the thrilling double overtime. They forced a Game 7 with a dominating presence on the ice. They even managed to tie this game when the odds were against them.

October 27th, 2011. Game 6. Two outs, bottom of the 9th. Two strikes, two runners on base. The team down 7-5. David Freese at the plate. Neftali Feliz on the mound. He throws the 1-2 pitch and... “Into right, well hit. Back at the wall, it’s off the wall. One run scores. Here comes Berkman. Freese has tied it, 7-7. Unbelievable.” Just two innings later, “Freese hits it in the air to center. We will see you tomorrow night.” The calls from Joe Buck. The Cardinals win an unbelievable Game 6 of the World Series. Freese’s triple in the 9th and walk-off home run in the 10th etched him in as one of the great playoff players of all time. As you see, Cardinal dominance continues into the new century, helping the Cardinals be one of America’s greatest

Everyone 's at least broken a bone or injured themselves before right? Well this is one of those tragic stories where I unfortunately injured myself.