Dock Ellis’ Psychedelic No-No
Doc Ellis and the LSD No No February 19, 2010 – Matt Anaya Dock Ellis was an All Star, a champion, and threw a drug induced no-no. Once upon a time there was a pitcher by the name of Dock Ellis. He pitched for a half dozen teams including winning 19 games for the World Champion Pittsburgh Pirates in 1971. Ellis also started for the National League... [Read more]...
Video: Randy Moss Playing Softball
Video: Randy Moss Playing Softball February 25, 2010 – Matt Anaya Randy Moss at the Plate? Ever since Randy Moss came into the NFL in 1998 the viewing public has been enamored with his highlight reel catches and supreme athleticism, but not many people know about his baseball background. Randy played CF in high school and lettered in high school and... [Read more]...
Video: Mark McGwire Returns to the Batting Cage
Mark McGwire Returns to the batting cage February 19, 2010 – Matt Anaya Big Mac Returns to the Batting Cage After a few years of staying away from the baseball diamond and clear from cameras, Big Mark McGwire returned to the place that made him famous. Mac only took a few swing off the tee, and is noticeably smaller, but remember “steroids did not... [Read more]...
Bryce Harper: ‘The Lebron James of Baseball’
Probable #1 Pick 16 Year Old Bryce Harper February 17, 2010 – Matt Anaya If you do not know who Bryce Harper is, now you do. The probable number one pick in this season’s 2010 MLB Draft, Harper, a catcher by trade, is only 18 years old and mashing already this season. He has been touted for a couple years now as the ‘Lebron James of Baseball’ Through... [Read more]...
Jose Offerman Is At It Again!
Or should we call him “Awfulman”? February 3, 2010 – Peter Schiller Here is the latest incident in the life of former MLB player Jose Offerman… In the past, there have been rumors of domestic abuse and video of Jose throwing a bat at an opposing pitcher, but to me this one beats them all! Please share your thoughts on Jose Offerman... [Read more]...
Japanese-American Baseball During WWII
February 2, 2010 – Peter Schiller This is a short glimpse into Japanese Americans during WWII and how baseball was a unifying force at that time. My name is Peter Schiller. I am the creator/owner of Baseball Reflections.com. I’m also a contributing writer. To read more of my work at Baseball Reflections just click HERE! I am also affiliated... [Read more]...
Ozzie Smith on The Baseball Bunch (1983)
January 20, 2010 – Peter Schiller This is one of the most popular episodes of The Baseball Bunch (1982-85), featuring Hall of Fame SS Ozzie Smith! I couldn’t find a video of the show’s into, but after this two part video you’ll find a third which consists of the closing theme (but from another show). This was one of my favorite... [Read more]...
2009 MLB Season Video Highlights
January 18, 2010 – Peter Schiller Here’s a last look back on the 2009 MLB season in highlight form. Which play was your favorite? My name is Peter Schiller. I am the creator/owner of Baseball Reflections.com. I’m also a contributing writer. To read more of my work at Baseball Reflections just click HERE! Read More →
An Interview with the Authors of Jews and Baseball
January 13, 2010 – Peter Schiller Here is a video interview (a little rough around the edges) with the authors of Jews and Baseball, An American Love Story. Watch Jews and Baseball in People & Blogs | View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com My name is Peter Schiller. I am the creator/owner of Baseball Reflections.com.... [Read more]...
David Ortiz on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon
January 14, 2010 – Peter Schiller Earlier this week Red Sox DH David “Big Papi” Ortiz was a guest on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. Here’s a few clips from that interview/appearance. Red Sox slugger Big Papi gives Jimmy an unusual batting lesson. Jimmy talks to Red Sox slugger David Ortiz about filming Fever Pitch, Fenway Park,... [Read more]...
