Last Friday, the New Jersey Jackals beat the Newark Bears 10 to 9. Have the Jackals finally gained some respect in the Garden State? The Jackals have always fought for attention in the New Jersey, especially with the Newark Bears less than 30 minutes away. Although both are independent franchises and sit in the shadow of the Yankees, the Bears have always gotten more buzz than teams like the Jackals, Riversharks, Surf or Skyhawks. ...
He’s back. Like an uninvited guest at your birthday, the man who just won’t stay down and be retired is back. Now, he’s a Skeeter. Regardless of how I feel about what he did or did not do, Roger Clemens has had a storied career. I will not deny that. However, if he keeps on this road he’s traveling, he’ll be remembered less for his numbers and more for acting like a cold sore...
Uganda is the first team from Africa to advance to South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, in the 66-year history of the Little League World Series, but does that really matter? They’ve already been eliminated. Does that matter? As these boys make history, the story of the Ugandan team has most definitely been the feel good story of the Little League World Series. Karl Ravech of “Baseball Tonight” provided some perspective at the top of the tournament. ...
I love mascots. I am officially outing myself. And why shouldn’t I love mascots? They are fun. They’re like Michael Bay movies. They are entertaining. They are a good time, but they probably will never win an Oscar. Who cares? Mascots are integral to the health and security of minor league baseball. In this current economy, you would think a budget-friendly version of our national pastime could stand on its own. Let’s face it...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York-Penn League. The New York–Penn League is a minor league baseball league, operating in the northeastern...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were ever even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
After following Mascot Mania on MiLB (congratulations Orbit!), it was time to give attention to some great mascots that did not make the Sweet 16…or 64…or were never even considered. They’re like the Michael Bay movies of mascots. We might love them, but they’re never going to win an Oscar. Today, we’re taking a trip to the New York – Penn League. The New York – Penn League is a minor league baseball league,...
Yogi Berra Stadium (opened in 1998) is home to the New Jersey Jackals of the independent Can-Am League. Located on the campus of Montclair State University, the ballpark resides at the top of the campus, built into a bowl. Minus large office building protruding from centerfield, the ballpark looks out onto a backdrop of blue romantic sky. The majority of the seats are the traditional individual ballpark folding chairs, which is nice. Inevitably when...
2012 05 14 Scranton Wilks Barre/ Empire State Yankees vs Pawtucket Red Sox
