Halos' offense hot as Vlad cleans up Jul 13, 2008
"Some guys have been struggling with some things in the batters box. I don't think we have to be so extreme, but on a given night, we just need to score enough runs to win.". Whether it's the move down a spot in the order, Guerrero has looked better as of late. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Both Creston teams boast top-notch facilities Jul 4, 2008
Another handles the pitching area, and others get the batters boxes ready and rake the area down after a game ... After the teams take infield, the coaches and JV players run around like bees to make it a pristine field, dragging the infield, watering it down, raking and patching the mound and home plate areas, and chalking the batters box and base lines. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Secret of their success Jul 4, 2008
BP: Unconventional Wisdom: The Rays Flip the Switch - MLB - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday July 2, 2008 12:44PM; Updated: Wednesday July 2, 2008 12:48PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Yanks farmhand Venditte prompts new rule Jul 3, 2008
What resulted was a moment of high comedy: Henriquez entered the batters box batting right-handed, so Venditte switched his glove to his left hand. Henriquez then decided to bat lefty, so Venditte switched his glove back to his right. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Three area teams go undefeated at Mount Ayr Classic Jul 1, 2008
With two runners still in scoring position, Chelsey Rote slapped a single to center field that would have scored two more runs, but she was called out for being outside the batters box when the hit occurred. We had a very good ballgame with Creston, but we lost our momentum after that, said Murray coach Danny Jensen. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Tigers prevail in Central matchup Jul 1, 2008
"I was told [by manager Jim Leyland]: 'Joyce, grab a bat' and [hitting coach Lloyd McClendon] was in my ear two seconds later: 'He's got a fastball, it sinks, slider, curveball.' And I'm just walking up to the batters box, and I don't know what he said.". Joyce worked the count full, fouling off three pitches, and on the seventh pitch, hit a drive into the right-field 00002B3A corner that Twins outfielder Denard Span overpursued as the ball ricocheted past him back towards center field. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Liz ready to step into box vs. Brewers Jun 20, 2008
But Friday night, Liz will be hoping that Brewers pitcher Jeff Suppan doesn't have that same type of success on the mound as Liz heads into the batters box for his first Major League at-bats. "I've been practicing but I don't know what's going to happen," Liz said. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
UNC-LSU: Postgame Quotes (w/audio) Jun 16, 2008
Ryan Graepel On his offensive performance: "I definitely felt comfortable today at the plate. Something about the batters box set me at ease.". On singling LSU to death: "When you get guys on base we know from a defensive standpoint, it puts more pressure on the defense.". (InsideCarolina.com)
Friends rewarded for solid play Jun 12, 2008
Regardless of whether it s the college or pro ranks, few batters will want to step into the batters box to face that kind of speed. Brett is going to be successful, said Tadlock. (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Gaynor OK after HBP Jun 11, 2008
Published - Tuesday, June 10, 2008. June 10 -- Loggers third baseman Wade Gaynor was in the starting lineup Tuesday, a good sign after the sophomore from Western Kentucky was hit by a pitch on the left side of his batting helmet in the ninth inning Monday night. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Learn From The Local Coaches, Not MLB Jun 11, 2008
If I was the first base coach, I would be all in his ear saying, You know, if you had just run hard out of the batters box you may have had a double or triple instead of standing here on first ... Somewhere in the last couple of years, it has become popular to slide head first into first when you are running from the batters box. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Youth baseball: Instructional League lives up to name Jun 9, 2008
As the players on the Bulls, Tavares' Instructional League team, began trickling into the dugout and then on to the field to begin warming up for a game, Tavares continued his pregame chores -marking the batters box, chalking the base lines and putting the dividing lines on the field to break up the positions around the infield. Then, with the help of a parent, Tavares went back to the equipment shed for the pitching machine, the final piece of the puzzle in this transition from T-ball and... (Odessa American, TX)
Post-game forum: Vent about it Jun 7, 2008
Francouer needs to explain why he is as bad as Andrew at being hard headed and refusing to listen to TP. He needs to spend some time at Richmond or on the bench until he decides that he is going to quit swing at pitches in the other batters box. Cocks needs to send a message to these guys or this season is over. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Big Day For Auburn In MLB Draft Jun 7, 2008
1 innings, the right hander fanned 41 while in the batters box he had three doubles and two home runs in limited at bats. This is the first time the Orlando, Fla. (autigers.com)
Transcript of Web chat with Suppan Jun 4, 2008
But I would also like to stand in the batters box with Bob Gibson pitching to see he throws. sagunsky: how did you know and what age did you know you wanted to be a pitcher. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Yankees' Long a hit with players May 30, 2008
"The human nature is that you want to change," Jason Giambi said, "but Kevin Long has taken me in there and told me, 'There's nothing to change.'" (Mike Carlson/AP). The doors to the Yankees' clubhouse swung open and Alex Rodriguez was already there, standing by his locker, his full attention focused on the words of the day from hitting coach Kevin Long.. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Demon softball preview: The young and experienced May 29, 2008
Golden Triangle Media. Thursday, May 29, 2008. (Washington Journal, IA)
Bohr cracks homer to lift Hawks May 29, 2008
She gripped her bat, adjusted her helmet and waggled a bit in the batters box. Then she uncorked a win for the Golden Hawks with a long homer to left. (Kalona News, IA)
Panthers defeat Broncs 8-5 May 24, 2008
With no outs and Panthers Ali Cygan on second and Paige Newell on first, Kallestad stepped into the batters box for her first time in tournament play. She then uncorked a double that resulted in two runners crossing home plate to give the Panthers the lead. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
Wildcats advance to regional title game May 20, 2008
Sophomore Dalton Utley drove in Fryburger from third before Thomas stepped into the batters box and delivered the game-winner. Noble hitting Dalton Utley, 2-for-4, one RBI, one run scored; Logan Thomas, 2-for-3, one RBI; Chris Brant, 2-for-3, one home run (2), one RBI, one run scored; Justin Wille, 1-for-3; Jordan Manuel, 1-for-3; Parker Mitchell, 1-for-3; Jon Fryburger, 0-for-3, one run scored; Larry Michels, 1-for-3, one run scored; Jake Mitchell, 1-for-3. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Irish Travel To USF With Sights Set On BIG EAST Title May 16, 2008
IN THE BATTERS BOX - The Notre Dame baseball team (33-16-1, 16-7 BIG EAST) closes out the 2008 regular season this weekend with a three-game series at conference rival USF. All three games can be heard live on ESPN Radio 1490 AM and UND.com. THE BIG EAST RACE - The Irish trail league leader St. John's by 1. (Und.com)
More of this story May 2, 2008
Shanda Osborn stepped to the batters box and knocked an RBI single to make it 3-0 in the top of the first. Elba would come back in the bottom of the first inning by scoring one run on a bad pitch. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Carroll aces Marshall final with 5 RBI May 2, 2008
By 7:15 p.m., Carroll was standing in the batters box as a pinch hitter, finishing the night 1-for-3 with a career-high five RBI. On the year Carroll, who leads the Southeastern Conference with a. 431 average, has totaled 63 RBI in just 45 games, good for a tie for fifth place all-time on the single-season UK record books. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
Softball defeats Lady Bulldogs Apr 23, 2008
We started off slow in the batters box, Lady Ricebirds head coach Beth Robinson said. They came out in the first inning and scored two. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
Bears edge Amador in softball thriller Apr 22, 2008
com - The Union Democrat Online. Published: April 21, 2008. (The Union Democrat)
Hamstring sends Glavine to DL Apr 19, 2008
Hopefully it works to our benefit where all of a sudden he steps in the batters box and he's comfortable. I'm sure there's an emotional tie here. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Irish Take Nation's Second Longest Active Winning Streak Into Key BIG EAST Series At West Virginia Apr 19, 2008
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame returns to action this weekend with a critical three-game BIG EAST series at rival West Virginia. The Irish enter the weekend in first place at 10-2 in the league, while the Mountaineers are 7-5 and fifth. (Und.com)
Hawkeyes to Host Northwestern Apr 18, 2008
McManis has improved behind the plate and also from the batters box , as well. On the season, McManis is hitting a solid. (Hawkeyesports.com)
The wait is over Apr 17, 2008
They kept working hard in the batters box. They were a good first round team. (New Iberia, LA)
Irish Face Northern Illinois At U.S. Cellular Field Tonight In Chicago Apr 17, 2008
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame returns to action Wednesday night against Northern Illinois. First pitch with the Huskies at U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. CT. All proceeds from the game will be donated to the Northern Illinois February 14th Scholarship Fund. (Und.com)
L A T E S T N E W S 4/16/08WSB: Chaminade Sweeps BYU- Hawaii in Style @ CORPS Field Apr 16, 2008
In tonight's double header Chaminade did just that, they executed in the batters box and on the field against the Seasiders of BYU-Hawaii. They won their first game 8 to 2 and their second game 4 to 2. (Goswords.com)
Softball Trades Victories With Dayton Apr 13, 2008
Gabriel led GW offensively and in the circle as she went 4-7 with a double, run scored and a RBI on the day in the batters box. In the circle, she went 1-1 with a complete game. (Gwsports.com)
Limmer's Special Pinch Hit Homer Apr 12, 2008
On May 2, 1951 at Briggs Stadium in Detroit, Philadelphia A's pinch hitter Lou Limmer stepped into the batters box to face the Tigers' Saul Rogovin. The 6'2" right hander peered in to get the signal from catcher Joe Ginsberg, nodded assent, and went into the windup. Around came the arm, in came the pitch and Limmer swung, sending a drive to deep right that cleared the fence for a home run. Now, pinch hit home runs are not unique, but what is unique is that the pitcher, the catcher, and the... (Suite101.com)
Lemelle's bat, Cooper's arm propel Tors to win Apr 11, 2008
The Cougars seemed to score another run when Colvin hit a single to left field to score Matook, but the run did not count as Colvin was called out to end the inning for stepping out of the batters box during his swing. The Tors took a 2-1 lead in the bottom of the third inning when Josh East scored on a single to right field by Theriot and Evan Harris brought home Theriot on a ground out to second base. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)
Gib Shanley Passes Away Apr 9, 2008
I couldnt wait to get to the Stadium and stand in the batters box, said Shanley. Yankee Stadium was set up for a football game that day but home plate was still there and when Shanley found it he stood in the left-handers batters box. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Shea on Baseball Apr 6, 2008
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Hawkeyes Get First Big Ten Victory, 7-6, Over Purdue Apr 6, 2008
The Hawkeyes sent nine to the batters box in the inning and had five hits. Riffel started the Iowa rally with double to center, followed by a bloop hit to shallow right center. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Hill dominant in Opening Day loss Apr 5, 2008
It s a little muddy in the batters box and my catcher felt that maybe he would have been able to get it if it hadn t hit a bad spot there. The conditions were a little tough but the kids played well all in all. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
O'Brien's blog Apr 4, 2008
Did anyone see the quotation from Mike Pelfrey regarding facing Glavine in the batters box from the preview of this weekend s series on mlb. com. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Treanor, Gonzalez have prior history Apr 2, 2008
A few years ago, when Treanor was already behind the plate for the Marlins, Gonzalez happened to step into the batters box. "Matt said to me, 'I'm the guy you talked to at the Disneyland Hotel,'" Gonzalez said. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Softball Begins Ten-Game Homestand Wednesday With Towson Apr 2, 2008
In those five-games, sophomore has led the Colonials both in the circle and in the batters box. Gabriel is batting. (Gwsports.com)
First BIG EAST Home Series On Tap As Cincinnati Comes Calling Mar 28, 2008
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame opens its BIG EAST home portion of the schedule this weekend with a three-game tilt against Cincinnati. First pitch at Frank Eck Stadium for the series opener on Friday is scheduled for 5:05 p.m., while Saturday and Sunday's games will each begin at 1:05 p.m. All three games can be heard on ESPN Radio 1490 AM as well as UND.com (which will also provide webcasts). (Und.com)
The haiku compared to the epic Mar 26, 2008
Watch a baseball player step to the plate: he slowly swings the bat several times; looks to his coach over beside third base; holds his hand up to the umpire as if to say, Now don t get in a hurry, I m going to take my time here (as if this can t be assumed); works his foot into an already large hole in the batters box; and, finally, we re ready to play. for one pitch, after which the whole process begins again. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Irish Host Ball State, Wisconsin-Milwaukee On Tuesday, Wednesday Mar 26, 2008
IN THE BATTERS BOX -- Notre Dame returns to action this week with a pair of non-conference games against Ball State and Wisconsin-Milwaukee. First pitch at Frank Eck Stadium is scheduled for 5:05 p.m. both Tuesday and Wednesday. (Und.com)
Thomas' attitude has Huskies thinking big Mar 18, 2008
That being said, Thomas admits to still getting butterflies every time he steps into the left-handed batters box ... Mathey quipped that every time Thomas stepped in the batters box during his 12-game streak it seemed like he was still hearing the rhythm of the music from his iPod; he was flat out locked in. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Oakland A's History: Six Spring Roster Cuts Mar 15, 2008
Oakland Athletics MLB Baseball. com Information about the Oakland A's and their minor league affiliates. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Treanor leaves early for Fish with cramping Mar 15, 2008
The Official Site of The Florida Marlins: News: Treanor leaves early due to cramping. 03/12/2008 4:47 PM ET Treano 00000578 r leaves early due to cramping Backup catcher hobbles, clutches left leg following single By Joe Frisaro / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Rookie making an impact for Spartans Mar 15, 2008
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A&M hosts Texas Tech in Big 12 opener Mar 15, 2008
8% of the time that they step into the batters box. The Aggie line-up will be led by Dane Carter, whos had a phenomenal start to the 08 campaign. (12thFan.com)
Lady Lobos blanked by Frisco in district opener Mar 8, 2008
8, in effect meaning she nearly averages a double every time she steps into the batters box. She s having probably the best season you can have at the plate, Garza said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Smoltzs new routine: Striking out Tiger? Mar 6, 2008
According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Woods stepped into the batters box to face his friend Smoltz. The report said Woods wore a batting helmet and a Braves jersey tucked into his shorts. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tiger shows Smoltz he can hit baseballs, too Mar 6, 2008
The Official Site of The Atlanta Braves: News: Woods can hit baseballs, too. 03/05/2008 5:59 PM ET Woods can hit baseballs, too Golf great connects off Smoltz for hit during simulated game By Mark Bowman / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Pujols stands alone as Cards' superstar Mar 1, 2008
The Official Site of The St. Louis Cardinals: News: Pujols stands alone as Cards' superstar. Albert Pujols and Tony La Russa are two of the few remaining holdovers for the Cardinals. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Irish Baseball Open Season This Weekend In Clearwater Feb 21, 2008
BATTERS BOX - Notre Dame opens the 2008 season this weekend at the Clearwater Invitational. The Irish will play Liberty (Fri. (Und.com)
Godwin looks to lead Pirates into the postseason Feb 17, 2008
In the batters box, the Edenton, N.C. native is a tough left-handed hitter that can spray the ball all over the field. Freshman Dustin Harrington along with Schieber will back up Wood and Sutton in the middle infield. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Tim Gardner on college hoops Feb 1, 2008
I don't think believe the new ones go all that much further, but they just keep me comfortable in the batters box. . (USA Today -- Sports)
Savage: State of the Browns Jan 11, 2008
Based on what Derek did this year, I think our coach and everyone in our building everyone thinks he deserves to be in the batters box and swing for the fences next year. Q: Are you content to bring back both Anderson and Quinn. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Torii Hunter file for free agency Oct 30, 2007
Minnesota Twins' Torii Hunter (48) tips his helmet to the crowd as he steps in to the batters box for what could turn out to be his final at-bat at home as a Twin during the seventh inning against the Chicago White Sox in a baseball game in this Sept. 23, 2007 file photo in Minneapolis. The center fielder and six-time Gold Glove winner filed for free agency Monday, Oct. 29, 2007, immediately becoming one of the most prized players on the market. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Brilliant Beckett not easily rattled Oct 19, 2007
Beckett blocks it all out, rescues Bosox - USATODAY.com. Buy and sell tickets to premium and sold out events. (USA Today -- Sports)
Beckett's pitching keeps Red Sox alive in ALCS Oct 19, 2007
Hawai'i's Newspaper Online. Thursday, October 18, 2007. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Red Sox trounce Indians to fend off elimination in baseball championship Oct 19, 2007
Lofton raced towards the mound after exchanging harsh words with Beckett who seemed upset that Lofton had dropped his bat in the batters box thinking he took a ball instead of a called strike. Both benches emptied but no punches were thrown and Lofton was intercepted before he could get to Beckett. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Notre Dame Baseball Newcomers Again Rated Among Nation's Top Recruiting Classes Oct 9, 2007
Ryan Sharpley combines with Evan Danieli and Brian Dupra to headline one of the nation's top-rated groups of freshman pitchers. Baseball America lists Notre Dame sixth among nation's top recruiting classes for the 2008 season. (Und.com)
Scioscia, Weaver prepare for game three Oct 7, 2007
But I think the group last night I thought in the batters box was fine early in the game. Their bullpen did a good job to where we didn't get a hit, we drew a couple of walks later. (Anaheim, TheInsiders.com)
Earl Weaver is Overrated Oct 7, 2007
With the Mets trailing 3-0, Cleon Jones led off the sixth inning and appeared to be hit in the foot by a Dave McNally pitch, but home plate umpire Lou DiMuro told Jones to get back into the batters box. A calm Gil Hodges ran out of the dugout, grabbed the ball that was near the backstop, and showed DiMuro a shoe polish mark. (Suite101.com)
Notre Dame Baseball Newcomer Overview Sep 28, 2007
capsules on the nation's fourth-ranked recruiting class. Updated notes, quotes and bio. (Und.com)
