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September 27, 2012

Wezen-Ball: The Race for the Triple Crown, Pt. 2

by Larry Granillo

With only a week to go, Miguel Cabrera's Triple Crown challenge is getting tighter.

September 26, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Cliff Mapes and Questionable Umpiring

by Larry Granillo

New York outfielder Cliff Mapes had his own theory about a call he didn't agree with on this date in 1949.

September 23, 2012

Wezen-Ball: The Race for the AL Batting Crown

by Larry Granillo

Miguel Cabrera and Mike Trout have less than two weeks in the season to settle what might be the final leg of the Triple Crown this year...

September 21, 2012

Wezen-Ball: "42", the New Jackie Robinson Movie

by Larry Granillo

The trailer for "42", the new Jackie Robinson movie starring Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford was released this week.

September 20, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Braun, Cabrera, and Sluggers' MVP Chances

by Larry Granillo

Are players with big numbers are offense-heavy positions going to find it harder and harder to win postseason awards anymore?

September 18, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Kevin Goldstein, Trendsetter

by Larry Granillo

Amazon.com gives us good evidence of just what kind of trendsetter Kevin Goldstein really is.

September 14, 2012

Wezen-Ball: They Had a Bad Year

by Larry Granillo

Two Ohio celebrities each had bad years in 1989. It's a good thing they were able to support each other.

September 10, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Milwaukee's Impossible Road to the Wild Card

by Larry Granillo

The Brewers are riding a hot streak right now, but will it be anywhere near enough for them to sneak into the playoffs?

September 6, 2012

Wezen-Ball: @JoseCanseco, Behind the Scenes

by Larry Granillo

The Upright Citizen's Brigade gives us an exclusive look behind the scenes of @JoseCanseco.

September 5, 2012

Wezen-Ball: A Guide to Pitchers

by Larry Granillo

A quiz on seven quotes describing pitchers of today from the "Neyer/James Guide to Pitchers".

August 31, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Do You See Every Pitch of Every Game?

by Larry Granillo

Considering all the distractions at a baseball game and the mixed nature of the crowd, exactly what percentage of pitches are seen on any given night?

August 30, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Capturing the Photo Finish

by Larry Granillo

A quick look at the 1942 innovation to capture "photo finishes" at home plate.

August 27, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Neil Armstrong & the Landing of Apollo 11

by Larry Granillo

With the passing of Neil Armstrong this weekend, here's a brief look-back at what life was like in the baseball world the day Apollo 11 changed the world.

August 24, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Tommy Westphall's Baseball Universe

by Larry Granillo

The final episode of the 1980s show "St. Elsewhere" calls into question the existence of some key baseball moments.

August 22, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Paul O'Neill Promises Two Home Runs

by Larry Granillo

A late-1995 game provides a memorable moment for Yankee favorite Paul O'Neill.

August 21, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Chipper vs. Cal

by Larry Granillo

Cal Ripken's 2001 season is a good example of why Chipper Jones should still retire after this season, no matter how great he's hitting.

August 17, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Crime and Punishment

by Larry Granillo

Some people are calling for increased punishments for Melky Cabrera, but not all penalties carry weight.

August 14, 2012

Wezen-Ball: The Giants' Shark Killer

by Larry Granillo

A 1958 profile of the San Francisco Giants brings about an interesting bit of trivia for those who love Shark Week.

August 6, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Episode Recap: ESPN Sunday Night Baseball

by Larry Granillo

A review of last night's episode of "ESPN Sunday Night Baseball." The early storyline fizzled out quickly, but the B- and C-stories helped pick up the show.

August 4, 2012

Wezen-Ball: Ventura v. Ryan: An Anniversary Look Back

by Larry Granillo

A video gives another look at one of the most memorable on-field fights in recent baseball history.

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