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From our hundreds of feeds, what the best baseball bloggers are talking about today.
August 2006
Thursday August 31, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:30AM EST on August 31, 2006
Carson and Corey make the most of being "armchair GMs" as they follow the Philadelphia Phillies in their funny, imaginative blog, We Should be GM's. Bug Zapping refers to their team's chance to sweep the "gNats" series tonight—a win that could propel them into the NL Wild Card lead. Another popular Phillies blog, The Good Phight, targets a key ingredient of the team's success this season. According to co-author David Cohen, it's all about the long ball (often courtesy of MVP candidate Ryan Howard).
Wednesday August 30, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:52AM EST on August 30, 2006
Athletics Nation claims its spot atop Oakland A's blogs with daily posts that are always topical with a freshly seasoned perspective. Blez is ably assisted by Baseball Girl who does a great job today of translating baseball managing into kindergarten terms. The A's are riding a hot streak in August, and Catfish Stew by Ken Arneson continues to stir the pot with rich stats and a dash of wit. If you sometimes feel overstuffed by mainstream media, check out these tasty blogs.
Tuesday August 29, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:32AM EST on August 29, 2006
While no one was looking, the Florida Marlins suddenly showed up as legitimate contenders in the NL wild card fight. Now just two games back of Cincinnati, the Fish have been followed game by game, through thick and thin by FishStripes, a blog penned by Craig. Can the Marlins keep up their run and spear a spot in postseason play? One thing's for sure. Their wild-card pedigree is second to none. Tune in to FishStripes the rest of the way to find out.
Monday August 28, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:55AM EST on August 28, 2006
On the Rox is a Colorado Rockies blog which strives to look at the bright side of trouble. In fact, author Daniel Boniface's slogan for the thread is, "where the glass is always half full." Yet, it seems the Rockies are cellar-dwellers once again, so Boniface is threatening to bring his Best Last-Place Team in Baseball sign to Coors Field. An old favorite of ours, Purple Row by Rox Girl knows last (or first) place is never a sure thing in the wild NL West. Even so, this witty, well-read blog has begun looking hard at potential off-season moves for the Rockies.
Friday August 25, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:32AM EST on August 25, 2006
The Cincinnati Reds began a crucial 10-game road trip last night with a classic comeback win over the  San Francisco Giants. JD Arney of Red Reporter keys in his thoughts daily in what has become the most exciting Redlegs' season in a long time. Right now, Cincinnati has a legitimate shot at both the NL Central crown and the wild-card spot. About Thursday's thrilling victory, Arney says, "tonight's game felt like game 7 of the World Series...I'm not sure I've ever had this much fun in a Reds pennant race...."
Thursday August 24, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 9:56AM EST on August 24, 2006
The author of South Side Sox is a sharp young man nicknamed The Cheat. His insightful posts often pull 100 to 300 comments. The Cheat understands the importance of starting pitching...he notes that Freddy Garcia needed a ton of runs and nearly four innings of strong relief to get the win last night in Detroit. Unbiased as well as astute, The Cheat takes time to give Tigers' manager Jim Leyland his due, especially for his savvy pitching moves. He contrasts Ozzie Guillen's reluctance to pull pitchers, which he contends "cost the Sox some games" this season.
Wednesday August 23, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:38AM EST on August 23, 2006
After the so-called "Boston Massacre" at the hands of the hated Yankees this weekend, Red Sox fans are in the throes of despair. Now the BoSox lose a tough game to Anaheim on the West Coast. Tom Leach of Over the Monster tells his legions of fans "it's time to stop the whining... this is baseball. You win some. You lose some. You get over it." Enjoying a different seat on baseball's emotional train are Halos Heaven fans, now riding a five-game win streak. As usual, Anaheim is battling for the AL West crown. Writer Rev Halofan called last night's win over Boston, "easily the best game I have attended all year."
Tuesday August 22, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:51AM EST on August 22, 2006
Fresh from a honeymoon in Hawaii, Grant of McCovey Chronicles puts his signature on one of the best blogs in baseball. Needless to say, this has been a tough year for San Francisco Giants' fans. But with Bonds' bat heating up and superlative starting pitching such as Noah Lowry exhibited last night, perhaps there is still hope. Being a wise writer (and jilted fan), Grant sidesteps the chance to speculate about the Giants' postseason prospects. Instead, he looks to the future, praising the team's signing of Angel Villalona.... (more)
Monday August 21, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:20AM EST on August 21, 2006
The Phillies are still in the NL wild card race thanks to a big win over the Nationals Sunday. Starting today, Philadelphia's critical series against the Cubs will be scrutinized closely by a pair of popular bloggers. Jason Weitzel's Beer Leaguer is a fun blog, always quenching fans' thirst for facts, trivia and alternative viewpoints about the Phils. Also reporting the upcoming Cubs series with care and insight is The Good Phight, a thread penned by a team of die-hard Philadelphia fans. The Good Phight's opinionated posts often top the Baseball Nooz blog roll.
Friday August 18, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:56AM EST on August 18, 2006
A leading Houston blog, Crawfish Boxes, celebrates the end of the Astros' five-game losing streak in appropriately muted style. After all, the wild-card race is slipping away for teams like Houston, Milwaukee and Atlanta. The author of Crawfish Boxes, Rastronomicals, reluctantly gives outfielder Luke Scott credit as game hero in yesterday's victory. Rastronomicals is a loyal fan not only of the Houston Astros, but also of science fiction. As he puts it, music and reading are interests to turn to as, "things that are holding my attention more than the Astros these days as the season goes down the drain."
Thursday August 17, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 11:00AM EST on August 17, 2006
The Orioles arguably have the best pitching coach in baseball (Leo Mazzone), and young arms on the rise like Adam Loewen. That gives Baltimore bloggers such as Mike Boehm hope, even in a frustrating season like '06. His Oriole Magic lauds efforts by Loewen and Erik Bedard against the powerful Yankee lineup. Camden Chat by SC also paints an intelligent picture of the Orioles current state. SC spices up the thread with a dash of wiffle ball nostalgia and more serious philosophy about Baltimore's owner, the un-beloved Peter Angelos.
Wednesday August 16, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 11:50AM EST on August 16, 2006
Among a flock of St. Louis Cardinals' blogs, Viva El Birdos flies high with redbird fans, often attracting 200 comments per post. L. Boros leads the way with a witty pen, optimistic outlook, and steadfast reporting of relevant statistics. Like a lot of us, L. Boros is taking an August vactaion, handing El Birdos writing duties to Valatan, who's holding down the fort in fine style. After last night's stellar outing by Chris Carpenter, Valatan contends the Cards' big right-hander is playing his way back into the Cy Young race.
Tuesday August 15, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:51AM EST on August 15, 2006
As the saying goes, you can find a Yankee fan in any bar in any town around the world. Online, Yankee fans gather all over the place, too. A couple of sites fans like most are Pinstripe Alley and Bronx Banter. Strong opinions are expressed at Pinstripe Alley by Jamato, a writer who puts it on the line daily. About the current Angels' series, he notes the Halos always play well in the Bronx. Alex Belth and Bronx Banter have been here before. The Banter boasts a huge following of Yankee fans who count on hot news and candid comments.
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Monday August 14, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 11:11AM EST on August 14, 2006
The Tribe Report is Rick Lopez's way of playing a leading role in covering the Cleveland Indians for fans all over the world. After their first-inning explosion Sunday against Kansas City, Rick said, "Wow." He then gives a punchy overview of the Indians' impressive 13-0 blowout. Let's Go Tribe by Ryan has a large following of in-the-know fans. They take Indians baseball seriously, and Ryan puts together a seriously good thread for their daily enjoyment.
Friday August 11, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 11:49AM EST on August 11, 2006
To no surprise, NL East-leading New York Mets have a blog following second-to-none. Two of the best are Mike's Mets and Amazin' Avenue. Giving his team's sweep of the Padres a top-to-bottom analysis is Mike S. of Mike's Mets. His site is packed with good stats and opinion. Just down the blog street, Amazin' Avenue boasts lots of fan traffic and comments. Its main author, Eric Simon, puts his heart into every story. Right now, his heart is elsewhere, because he happens to be getting married in Hawaii.
Thursday August 10, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 9:25AM EST on August 10, 2006
When Royals' boggers have a chance to cheer, they do it proudly. Who can blame them? Royals Review celebrates Kansas City's second in a row over the Red Sox, proudly, but simply. Author Will McDonald chose one big picture, a single caption, and three short sentences. The caption? "Don't mess with the Royals at home." At Royals Authority, Craig Brown and Clark Fosler actually praise Royals' manager Buddy Bell and his moves agains Boston. But then Craig takes the skipper to task for trying a two-strike sacrifice bunt with a speedy batter.
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Wednesday August 9, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:24AM EST on August 9, 2006
The popular Oakland A's blog, Athletics Nation, praises the team's defense after the A's big win last night over Texas. Author Blez thinks it's all the little things that count. He believes good defense, solid bullpen pitching and timely hitting are the ticket to an AL West crown. Across the blog street, Ken Arneson pens Catfish Stew. Ken also alludes to Oakland's superb defense, particulary the A's fine third-baseman, Eric Chavez. But he also takes time for some very witty political commentary.
Tuesday August 8, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:55AM EST on August 8, 2006
Talk about highs and lows! The Dodgers left the All-Star game and lost 12 of 13 games. Since that low, the team's now won 10 in a row. After all this, their blog fans might be stunned, but hardly speechless. Ernest Reyes' Blue Heaven celebrates today with a simple 10-finger salute and a quote, "Someone pinch me I can't believe what I'm witnessing." True Blue L.A. by Andrew is one of the most reliable Dodgers' blogs, filled with relevant stats and insightful analysis. Today he focuses on the Ricky Ledee waiver news.
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Monday August 7, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:11AM EST on August 7, 2006
The hard-hitting Twins seized their eighth straight road win, stoking Wild Card hopes of faithful fans across the globe. Minnesota is now tied with Boston, a mere half-game back. Author Jesse keeps the home fires burning for fans of Twinkie Town, heating up debate with relevant KC series stats and a look ahead at the team's big visit to Detroit. Jesse says, "Hold on for a bumpy ride." Twins Killings by Andy Wink and Mike Kramer pinpoints Twins' hitters for the team's recent success, especially fan favorite, Justin Morneau. Todd's Twins also notes Minnesota's patience at the plate, telling readers their team produced 36 walks in Kansas City, an average of nine per game.
Friday August 4, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:35AM EST on August 4, 2006
Trust me, Texas fans know how critical their current trip to California is. The next six games are against arch-rivals LA Angels and Oakland A's. This is make-or-break time, and Adam J. Morris of Lone Star Ball feels it with every pitch. After last night's 12-inning 7-6 cliff-hanger in Anaheim, Adam writes, "I don't know the last time I remember feeling so wrung out by a Ranger win." At Baseball Time in Arlington, you can read an excellent preview of every game in the Rangers-Angels series. Co-author Austin Swafford lays it out with lots of insight.
Thursday August 3, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Skeet at 10:46AM EST on August 3, 2006