February 24, 2021: Mr. 2500
Why do you do what you do? There has to be a reason behind the things you do. If not, then why do them? Do you feel forced to do certain things, like you don’t have a choice? Well, you … Continued
February 22, 2021: Birthday Time
It’s that time of year. Yeah, my brother’s birthday was in January, but once February rolls around, it’s really birthday time! February 12th is one of my friends that I used to work with; I’ve stayed in touch with her … Continued
February 21, 2021: Underrated
It’s been a while since you could say this, but I think heading into the 2021 MLB season the Cubs are actually underrated. Coming off the World Series win in 2016, maybe the Cubs were a bit overrated. The team … Continued
February 19, 2021: The Battle of the Reds
Next up in the Baseball Seasons series was the year 1975. Coming off 3 straight titles, the Oakland Athletics remained the team to beat. They are the only franchise in history other than the Yankees to win 3 straight. They … Continued
February 16, 2021: The Beautiful Grind
I feel like this would be a good title for a book: The Beautiful Grind. This is life, no? It ain’t easy, but you can’t tell me it ain’t beautiful. Making sure to appreciate the beauty of it all is … Continued
February 14, 2021: Sun King
The year was 1974. Watergate, Rumble in the Jungle, and an Oakland Athletics 3 peat. Those were just a few of the major events that happened in 74. One of personal significance to me, and she’d probably not be happy … Continued
February 11, 2021: Tomorrow Never Knows
According to wikipedia, there was a 1970 Baseball Seasons episode; according to YouTube, there wasn’t. So, it had to be 1971 up next. I missed a second straight World Series appearance by the Baltimore Orioles in 1970, this time resulting … Continued
February 9, 2021: Helter Skelter
Next up in our Baseball Seasons viewing was 1969, a year that will always be remembered by Cubs fans alive at the time. This episode actually started off talking about the Cubs hot start that year. As we all know, … Continued
February 6, 2021: Doctor Robert
I was able to sneak in another Baseball Seasons episode this weekend; the year was 1968. The title of the episode was The Year of the Pitcher. I knew I’d like this one; I love pitching. Then I remembered who … Continued
February 1, 2021: We Can Work It Out
OK, what better time to check in on our baseball teams then in the middle of winter? There have been some going-ons… let’s catch up. The Sox signed Liam Hendricks; great move. They also recently gave 1 year deal to … Continued