The SportsTalk Shop: The “Other” Spring Battle
There’s plenty of good sports battles going on in the Lehigh and Delaware Valley areas this spring. The Phillies have looked decent so far and find themselves just behind Atlanta and Washington in the standings. There’s also some great rivalries at the collegiate and scholastic levels in many of the sports going on this spring,…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Two Weeks of Baseball Instant Replay
Instant replay in baseball was first implemented in 2008 for three reasons: 1) to determine if a home run was fair or foul; 2) did a batted ball actually leave the playing field; 3) did a spectator interfere with a batted ball. The use of replay was greatly expanded for this season to include…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Take Me Out to the Ballgame
After the first week of major league baseball, I have a very clear (yeah, right) understanding of how the entire season will shake out. As far as I am concerned, there is no need to play any more games – let’s just get right to the Divisional Playoffs. I thought I would be so…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: Phillies Minor League Outlook
Much has been made about the “advanced” age of the Phillies as the 2014 season commences. Regardless of the degree of success of the parent club, it is essential for the long-term success of the organization that the team produces major league talent through its farm system. Here are some thoughts and expectations from…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Some NCAA Tournament Observations
1. When you look at the brackets, wouldn’t you think ONE TEAM from last year’s Final Four would make this year’s Final Four? Last year saw Wichita State, Michigan, Syracuse, and Louisville make it. None are there this year. Hmm… 2. Is there any player who has carried his team to the Final Four…
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