Key injuries hurt Boston in 1912 The Boston Banshees are not going to be content with simply reaching the playoffs. “The Whales are a juggernaut that are stacked at all 8 field positions, and have two ace pitchers…they are borderline impossible to beat in a series”, said GM Michael Carroll at a presser today. “We…
Month: May 2024
The Flask
By Doug Olmsted THE FLASK The dark oak grains of the desk in the general manager’s office still stretched and spiraled along its length like he remembered. The black and white photo taken during the fire that burned the St. Louis Beaver’s first stadium – the sinister work of the crosstown-rival Reds – still hung…
Brewers’ Postseason Dreams Burst Late
The newspapers’ reactions were mixed when they quoted the Philadelphia Brewers staff before the season. The closer the staff was to the players, the less likely it was to reach the postseason, unlike the ownership, who announced they were eyeing for a playoff spot. Ultimately, it was a close run that the Boston Banshees deservedly…
Twas the night before
Hello Red fans! How excited you must be! Harry Musgrave with you with all thing Reds, playoff edition. Apparently the first playoff appearance in 15 seasons last year wasn’t enough for the Reds so they decided to do it again – this time as division champions. Last season they were one agonizing win away from…
Banshees to Throw Philly’s Prodigal Son
On Monday, the Banshees will face the Brewers in a game that is a definite must-win for Philly. Boston currently has a 2 game lead on the season, and a win would make it a 3 game lead with only 5 to play. However, a win by Philly puts them only 1 game back. Boston…
The Kid Makes A Big Move
Ernest Vaughn could be excused if his head was spinning a bit. Five meetings in five cities in six days. Meetings with city fathers in Milwaukee, Des Moines, Columbus, Indianapolis… all of whom asserted that yes, they would love a major league baseball team, but no, they didn’t have any interest in making the necessary…