Player Appreciation: Dom DiMaggio
Talk about being overshadowed. Dom DiMaggio grew up in the same household as Joe DiMaggio, so that meant the bespectacled San Franciscan had a brother who hit in 56 consecutive games, married Marylin...
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Player Appreciation: David Cone, hired gun
On Oct. 7, 1991, David Cone took the hill against Jim Fregosi’s Philadelphia Phillies and already had a 3-run lead. The Phillies were barely ahead of the Mets in the standings going into that final...
View ArticlePlayer Appreciation: Ted Williams
The title “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” does not belong to Ty Cobb. Nor is it Barry Bonds to hold. It’s hard to believe, but it’s not even Babe Ruth’s. “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” is,...
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Player Appreciation: Dan Quisenberry
Dan Quisenberry might be one of the most underrated players in history. He’s definitely the most underrated closer. “There has never been a pitcher who made fewer mistakes than Dan Quisenberry.” Bill...
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The underappreciated Hank Aaron
The Hammer whacks another. Hank Aaron holds so many spots in the record book, but his impact in the game has never been truly respected. Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of posts on the 10...
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Player Appreciation: Jerry Koosman, the other Met ace
The spotlight always seemed to shine near Jerry Koosman, but never on him. Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of the 10 most underappreciated players of all time. Guess who No. 10 was. When...
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Player Appreciation: The unknown Ted Simmons
Ted Simmons had a bad wrap as a defensive player and never got the recognition he deserved. Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of the 10 most underrated players of all time. A quick...
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Player Appreciation: Bobby Thomson did more than hit a dramatic home run
The Shot. Three things you know about Bobby Thomson: He played for the Giants. He hit a dramatic home run to end the 1951 season, breaking the hearts of the Brooklyn Dodgers and their fans. He and his...
View ArticlePlayer Appreciation: George Decker, a local guy with a solid career
George Decker provides some insights into the way baseball was played in the 1800s. A time of fewer home runs, more stolen bases and even some interesting baseball strategy. A York native, Decker spent...
View ArticlePlayer Appreciation: Andy Pettitte – big-game pitcher, yes; Hall of Famer, no
You hear a lot of talk these days about whether or not Andy Pettitte belongs in the Hall of Fame. Most people seem to agree that Pettitte is probably on the outside looking in. A lack of dominance and...
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