Soriano's three jacks help Cubs win Sep 7, 2008
Soriano joins Aramis Ramirez, Sammy Sosa, Dave Kingman, Ernie Banks and Hank Sauer as Cubs players with multiple three-homer games. Piniella tried to get the offense going by inserting rookie Micah Hoffpauir in right field in place of Kosuke Fukudome. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Morning Kickoff Sep 2, 2008
From 1D: Ernie Banks, a.k.a. "Mr. Cub'" played in Chicago his entire career of 19 seasons. He lead the team with a triple crown, batting average, RBIs, and home runs four times. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Baseball Today Sep 2, 2008
1965 -- Ernie Banks hit his 400th home run as the Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-3 at Wrigley Field. The blow came off Curt Simmons in the third inning. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
POSNANSKI: Remembering the Miracle Mets Aug 29, 2008
They had three Hall of Famers (Ernie Banks, Billy Williams and Ferguson Jenkins) and a fourth guy who should be in the Hall (Ron Santo). They had an All-Star Catcher in Randy Hundley, a six-time All-Star at shortstop in Don Kessinger, a four-time All-Star second baseman in Glenn Beckert, and pitching, they had a young Ken Holtzman, the pride of Hackensack Bill "Froggy" Hands (who won 20), closer Phil Regan (who was becoming known as the vulture for stealing 12 victories out of the pen) and very... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Democrats Try a Little Hardball Aug 26, 2008
The day at Wrigley Field, which included an appearance by Hall of Famer Ernie Banks, was so successful that Petersen put together a repeat event in her native Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium in 2000 and then again in 2004 at Fenway Park. We ve been so lucky with the ballparks we ve had for the conventions, the Dodgers-turned-Washington Nationals fan said. (Roll Call)
Earthquakes May Endanger New York More Than Thought; Nuclear Power Plant Seen As Particular Risk Aug 22, 2008
24, 2001) Seismologists now know that deep earthquakes like to do just like baseball immortal Ernie Banks liked to : "Play two today." Douglas A. Wiens, Ph. D., professor of earth and planetary sciences. (Science Daily)
Thinking out loud Aug 9, 2008
If the Cubs go to the World Series, then I m going to have to dig out my Ernie Banks underwear. Oh, wait, I m already wearing them. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
St. Louie Blues Breaking Dodgers' Heart Aug 8, 2008
Ramirez, whose every move continues to be booed by the normally fair St. Louis fans, smacked his 513th home run, his third as a Dodger, moving past Hall of Famers Eddie Mathews and Ernie Banks into 20th on the all-time list. He also singled in a run. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Chicago remembers 'Opening Night' Aug 8, 2008
Hall of Famers Ernie Banks and Billy Williams tossed out ceremonial first pitches. Organist Gary Pressy's first song was "You Light Up My Life.". (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Karstens close to perfect Aug 7, 2008
Manny Ram rez hit his 513th home run in the second inning to break a tie with Ernie Banks and Eddie Mathews for 20th place on the career list. Ram rez added an RBI single in the third to give the Dodgers a 3-1 lead. (Boston Globe)
Kershaw grows into Dodgers rotation Aug 7, 2008
Tidbits Ramirez's third home run as a Dodger moved him past Ernie Banks and Eddie Matthews into 20th on baseball's all-time list with 513. Next up is Frank Thomas with 520. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
No One Wanted Manny Ramirez? Aug 6, 2008
The homer was the 512th of his career, moving him into a tie for 20th place on the all-time list with Ernie Banks and Eddie Mathews. His second-inning double knocked Arizona's Doug Davis out of the game and gave Ramirez a. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Cubs mailbag: Solving bullpen puzzle Aug 5, 2008
By the way, that 100th anniversary CD, titled "Take Me Out to a Cubs Game," includes Steve Goodman's "Go Cubs Go," Gary Pigg's "You're My Cubs," and opens with Jack Brickhouse announcing Ernie Banks' 500th home run. It's available at several stores, including Wrigley Field's gift shop, and proceeds benefit Cubs charities and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
'Mannywood' is in full swing Aug 5, 2008
Ramirez hit an RBI single in the first inning, doubled in a run in the second and went deep in the fifth for career homer No. 512, passing Mel Ott and moving into a tie with Eddie Mathews and Ernie Banks for 20th place. His second home run with the Dodgers traveled an estimated 436 feet into the pavilion seats in left field on a 1-2 pitch from reliever Billy Buckner. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Ramirez Homer Delights Los Angeles Aug 4, 2008
Pierre bunted safely down the third base line and two outs later, Ramirez launched a 428-foot shot oveer the left field wall; his 64th first inning homer and his 511th career blast, tying Mel Ott for 22nd place on the charts and moving to within one homer of Ernie Banks and Eddie Mathews, Hall of Famers all. Blake added his first Dodgers home run in the second, a shot that wasn't rewarded the same hoopla that Ramirez's received, but one that was just as appreciated. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Ramirez homers, has 3 RBIs as Dodgers beat D'backs Aug 4, 2008
Ramirez hit an RBI single in the first inning, doubled in a run in the second and went deep in the fifth for career homer No. 512, passing Mel Ott and moving into a tie with Eddie Mathews and Ernie Banks for 20th place. Ramirez is 8-for-13 with five RBIs in three games since Thursday's three-way trade with Boston and Pittsburgh. (Anchorage Daily News)
Game On! blog: Brett Favre's circus makes another stop Aug 4, 2008
Manny Ramirez passes Mel Ott, ties Eddie Mathews and Ernie Banks the Dodgers to victory. Tiger Woods "looks thin" but says commissioner. (USA Today -- Sports)
Around the Majors (Today) Aug 4, 2008
Ramirez hit a run-scoring single in the first, doubled in a run in the second and went deep in the fifth for career homer No. 512, passing Mel Ott and moving into a tie with Eddie Mathews and Ernie Banks for 20th place. Padres 4, Giants 1: Greg Maddux drove in a run and pitched six strong innings for his 352nd career victory, leading host San Diego to a win against San Francisco. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Manny's four hits propel Dodgers Aug 4, 2008
"I drove it, that was it. I want to keep it going." Ramirez's homer was the 512th of his career, tying him with Ernie Banks and Eddie Mathews for 20th on the all-time list. That's quite a power infusion for a team whose home run leader is Matt Kemp, who drilled his 13th of the season on Sunday. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Manny'sHRleads L.A. Aug 3, 2008
Pierre was at third base by the time Ramirez recorded his 64th first-inning homer and 511th of his career, tying Mel Ott for 22nd place all-time and putting Ramirez one behind Eddie Mathews and Ernie Banks. I dont even think about that, Ramirez said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Blake fine playing in Manny's shadow Aug 3, 2008
LOS ANGELES -- With all the hype surrounding the Dodgers' blockbuster trade for Manny Ramirez, it's easy to forget they acquired another bat just five days earlier. But even with Ramirez stealing the headlines again on Saturday with his first homer in Los Angeles, third baseman Casey Blake -- acquired on July 26 from the Indi 00003B4A ans -- quietly added a home run and a double to Ramirez's theatrics. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Cubs faithful convey passion Jul 31, 2008
DePorter is the president, Ernie Banks is the chairman, Dutchie Caray (widow of Harry Caray) is the treasurer, Ryne Sandberg is the secretary and Ronnie Woo Woo is the sergeant at arms. Now that's a Hall of Fame roster. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Hall of Fame Induction Sunday Photos Jul 28, 2008
Emcee George Grande with Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks. Of course, the Ol Redhead was in the house. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Tigers pay tribute to Negro Leagues Jul 27, 2008
Same with fellow Hall of Famers Aaron, Robinson, Ernie Banks and Roy Campanella. Pitcher Satchel Paige, the first Negro League player inducted into the Hall of Fame, played 22 Negro League seasons before signing a Major League contract. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Gossage elected for impact on game Jul 26, 2008
Gossage is one of 21 relievers to have recorded at least 300 career saves. (Ray Stubblebine/AP). (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
HEROES ON ZEROES: Making life tolerable for suffering fans Jul 26, 2008
Marcel Dionne (Red Wings, Kings), Barry Sanders (Lions), Dominique Wilkins (Hawks), Ernie Banks (Cubs), Archie Manning (Saints) are among the most honored. Of more recent vintage, Mats Sundin (Maple Leafs), Tony Gonzalez (Chiefs), Elton Brand (Clippers) and Jason Bay (PIrates) have been productively and nobly toiling for teams trying to fight their way out of years of inconsistency, frustration or worse. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Spikes falter late in game Jul 21, 2008
Then, the Jammers' Ernie Banks laced a triple to put Jamestown in front for good. Gary Amato came into the game in the ninth, but surrendered five earned runs on five hits to squash any ninth-inning rally the Spikes may have generated. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Baseball gets it right, and not just for 1 night Jul 20, 2008
The tone was just right, and even on television it was touching to watch Derek Jeter walk out and shake hands at shortstop with Ernie Banks. Actually, baseball s been doing a lot of things right this year, arguably the first time we can really believe testing for steroids and amphetamines is making a difference. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
The long goodbye: AL wins All-Star game 4-3 in 15 innings Jul 18, 2008
The NL was given a pregame pep talk by Hall of Famer Ernie Banks, whose motto is: Let s play two. And they nearly did, matching the longest All-Star game ever. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Cubs past and present can't avoid curse Jul 18, 2008
For Ernie Banks, Ferguson Jenkins and Billy Williams, it was the Game 7 loss in the 1945 World Series at Wrigley Field. The Cubs Hall of Fame players know all about the curse. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Getting thin on pitching, AL finally prevails in 15 Jul 17, 2008
The NL was given a pregame pep talk by Hall of Famer Ernie Banks, whose motto is: "Let's play two!" And they nearly did, matching the NL's 2-1 win at Anaheim in 1967 for the longest All-Star game. By the 13th inning, MLB dispatched senior vice president Joe Garagiola Jr. to remind the managers that the game would be played until there was a winner. (The Advocate)
Yankee Stadium gets long goodbye Jul 17, 2008
"It was the last year for Yankee Stadium, the last All-Star Game, and it's kind of fitting that it seemed like it lasted forever."The NL was given a pregame pep talk by Hall of Famer Ernie Banks, whose motto is: "Let's play two!" And they nearly did, matching the NL's 2-1 win at Anaheim in 1967 for the longest All-Star Game ever. "Yankee Stadium is tough, I'm telling you," Yankees closer Mariano Rivera said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Player Journal: Dexter Fowler Jul 17, 2008
I also met a lot of baseball greats who were there for the Legends softball game, including Ernie Banks and Ozzie Smith. It was so great to just soak up the moment at Yankee Stadium. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
American League Wins Epic All-Star Game Jul 16, 2008
The NL was given a pregame pep talk by Hall of Famer Ernie Banks, whose motto is: "Let's play two!" And they nearly did, matching the longest All-Star game ever. Morneau started the winning rally with a leadoff single against loser Brad Lidge, and Ian Kinsler hit a low liner to left that Ryan Ludwick caught with a dive. (CBS News)
BLAST FROM PAST: Hall of Famers share grand stage Jul 16, 2008
Before the National League players were introduced, the video board showed Hall of Famer Ernie Banks' pregame talk to them. "It's time for us to win," he said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lidge enjoys experience, if not result Jul 16, 2008
Lidge said he was impressed to meet "Mr. Cub," Ernie Banks. It also gave him another chance to be with fellow Coloradan Rich "Goose" Gossage, who enters the Hall this summer. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Chipper's 'awesome' time Jul 16, 2008
"He met Willie Mays, Ernie Banks, Mike Schmidt ... he's in hog heaven," Jones said. As was Chipper, who reveled in the chance to play in another Midsummer Classic. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
AL continues dominance in 15-inning marathon Jul 16, 2008
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Yankee Stadium the biggest All-Star of all Jul 16, 2008
Ernie Banks and Frank Robinson chatted outside the NL clubhouse. Reggie Jackson held court behind the batting cage, as only Reggie can. (FindLaw News)
Dream of covering Cubbie blue comes true Jul 15, 2008
After seeing the new Ernie Banks statue it was time to enter Wrigley Field. The person in charge at the media gate was very friendly and instructed me how to get to the press box, which requires you to go up the ramps, just like the fans (which I actually think is cool, but I am sure not all the media enjoy walking up). (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Rox have high hopes for prospect Fowler Jul 14, 2008
And on Sunday morning before batting practice, he and baseball's ultimate feel-good magnet, Ernie Banks, were drawn together. As Fowler enthusiastically described the experience in the clubhouse after BP, saying Mr. Cub "asked me if I was married, and said every player needs ... ". (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Team identity Jul 13, 2008
Chicago Cubs: SS-1B Ernie Banks, 1953-71. A Hall of Famer with 512 home runs, Banks won back-to-back MVPs in 1958 and 1959 for sub. (USA Today -- Sports)
Guest conductors Jul 13, 2008
Paul Assenmacher '04 Ernie Banks (HOF) '98-'08 Rod Beck '06 Glenn Beckert '99, '01, '03, '06, '07 Mike Bielecki '00, '01 Steve Blass '03 Wade Boggs '05 Bill Buckner '02, '04-'06 Don Cardwell '02 Joe Carter '01 Ron Cey '04, '05 Jody Davis '01, '03, '04, '05, '06 Andre Dawson '98, '99, '00, '04, '06, '07 Bobby Dernier '00, '03, '05, 06, '08 Shawon Dunston '04 Carlton Fisk (HOF) '00 Jim Frey '04 Gary Gaetti '01 Doug Glanville '06, '08 Mark Grace '06, '08 Dallas Green '04 Glenallen Hill '03, '05 Ken... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Dodgers need to honor Koufax with statue Jul 13, 2008
Ernie Banks' statue sits outside Chicago's Wrigley Field. Ted Williams' likeness at Boston's Fenway Park. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Top 10 tips for baseball's Fanfest Sharpie Brigade Jul 6, 2008
Brad Rock of the Deseret News, on the Baltimore Orioles' 12-game losing streak in Sunday games: Perhaps they'd do well to take Ernie Banks' advice and play two on Saturday. TRIVIA ANSWER. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Zimmerman making Washington proud Jul 6, 2008
Ryan joined a distinguished group of major leaguers to finish second in the voting for Rookie of the Year, including eight Hall of Famers like Stan Musial and Ernie Banks. Keith Zimmerman, who played collegiate baseball at Atlantic Christian (now Barton) College, and Cheryl make the trip from Virginia Beach to D.C. to watch their son play on a regular basis. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Baseball's Greatest Shortstops Jul 5, 2008
Or to the Chicago Cubs' Ernie Banks, like Ripken a two-time Most Valuable Player, and the holder of the shortstop home run record at 512. Since many observers consider fielding far more important than hitting for a shortstop, there are those that rate the St. Louis Cardinals' Ozzzie Smith at the top. (Suite101.com)
Ninth-inning woes send 'Cats to defeat Jul 3, 2008
He pitched well enough to pick up the victory, but reliever Philip Rummel gave up two singles in the eighth inning before Jamestown first baseman Ernie Banks tied the game with a ground-out. Mowdy came in for the ninth and struck out Lonnie Lechelt on four pitches. (Albany Times Union)
Crosstown series a hot item in Chicago Jun 20, 2008
CHICAGO -- Ernie Banks can't remember the last time he fielded this many ticket requests. The Hall of Famer said he'd been asked for 50 tickets per game for this weekend's crosstown series -- and that was as of Wednesday night. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
The Bronx's 14-carat diamond Jun 17, 2008
It's like when you go to Wrigley, you're in the place where Ernie Banks played. You go to Fenway and it's where Ted Williams played. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ten HOFers named to All-Star event Jun 17, 2008
Third base greats George Brett (elected to the Hall in 1999) and Mike Schmidt (1995), who were All-Stars the last time the Game was at the Stadium in 1977, were also announced as participants in the pregame event, as were outfielders Frank Robinson (1982), Lou Brock (1985) and Tony Gwynn (2007), shortstop-first baseman Ernie Banks (1977) and pitcher Phil Niekro (1997). "In speaking with my fellow Hall of Famers, we all recognize the significance of this All-Star Game," Robinson said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Cubs, Padres in last Hall of Fame Game Jun 16, 2008
" This will be the seventh time the Cubs will play in the Hall of Fame Game, and first time against a National League club. They are credited with playing in the first Hall of Fame Game -- technically, the Cubs played in the first Hall of Fame Game that featured two Major League clubs. There was an All-Star Game played in 1939, followed by the Cubs-Red Sox game in 1940. Here are highlights from past Hall of Fame Games involving the Cubs: On June 13, 1940, the Cubs out-homered the Red Sox, 4-2,... (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Wrigley offers many options this summer Jun 13, 2008
Also, a statue of "Mr. Cub" Ernie Banks now sits in front of the home-plate entrance and has quickly become a popular photo opportunity spot. Nick Zaccardi is an associate reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Longtime Pirates fan gives a strong voice to the NHL Jun 13, 2008
"My parents took us to Wrigley Field. It was Aug. 9, 1959. Ernie Banks hit a home run for the Cubs. What I marveled at was [Bill Mazeroski]. On the double play, it looked like the ball was going through a stove pipe. It changed directions by 90 degrees and it looked like Maz never touched it. "I still have the ticket stub from that day. " When the Penguins won Game 5 of the Stanley Cup final in Detroit to bring the series back to Pittsburgh, Emrick had an unknown surprise awaiting him. Ben... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The big guy finished dead last Jun 11, 2008
Ernie Banks was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility and holds the major league record for most games played without a post season appearance. Dan Marino is in the NFL Hall of Fame and holds or has held almost every major passing record and is considered one of the NFL's greatest quarterbacks despite never winning a Super Bowl. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Wrigley infield still growing on Cubs Jun 9, 2008
Hall of Famer Ernie Banks has launched his own wine label, and Banks 512 chardonnay will be in stores in the Chicago area beginning this week. One hundred percent of the proceeds will support the Ernie Banks Live Above d Foundation. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Negro Leagues opened door for Pride Jun 6, 2008
By then, Pride had moved on to Nashville and country music, but he's not one to say that color kept him from being the next Ernie Banks. Sure, Pride said he might not have been afforded all the opportunities of someone white. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
RINGING ENDORSEMENT: Does ring validate one's career? Jun 5, 2008
There are handfuls like them across the mainstream sports, too, from Ernie Banks, Alex Rodriguez, Rod Carew and Andre Dawson in baseball, to Barry Sanders, Dick Butkus, Dan Fouts and Eric Dickerson in football, to Marcel Dionne and Mike Gartner in hockey. Now Garnett has upgraded to the list of NBA greats who did, in fact, make it to the Finals but did not win. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Marathon men Jun 5, 2008
Ernie Banks is famously remembered for saying let s play two. The Mustangs of Friendswood and Lamar Consolidated almost took that to heart Saturday in one game, battling for five hours and 13 innings before head coach Charlie Taylor s team prevailed 10-8 in a Class 4A regional final at the University of Houston s Cougar Field. (Friendswood Journal, TX)
Others who have hit 500 Jun 1, 2008
500 Home Runs List - MSNBC Wire Services - nbcsports. updated 10:39 p.m. ET May 31, 2008. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The real McCoy, other Negro Leaguers get their day in the sun Jun 1, 2008
Though Hank Aaron, Ernie Banks and Willie Mays all plied their trade briefly in the Negro Leagues, the only living member of Baseball's Hall of Fame who played the bulk of his career behind the color line is Monte Irvin. Walter McCoy spent the bulk of his career in transit. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Rangers to 'draft' Pride into family May 31, 2008
The Official Site of The Texas Rangers: News: Rangers to make Pride part of family. 05/30/2008 11:30 AM ET Rangers to make Pride part of family Pitcher, country singer to be chosen in Negro Leagues Draft By Shawn Shroyer / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Braves have company with road woes May 29, 2008
Unless you believe Tino Martinez was more valuable than Ernie Banks, it would be wise not to make that argument. By ncscoots. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ask Babe: More questions for the Babe May 17, 2008
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Mets play on until Pedro's return May 13, 2008
A single by Ernie Banks with two outs in the eighth inning was the lone hit allowed by Gary Gentry in the fifth one-hitter in club history and the second of three the Mets pitched in 28 days in 1970. Nolan Ryan pitched one against the Phillies on April 18, and Tom Seaver pitched one against the Phillies two days after Gentry's. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
