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Joe Dimaggio's Privacy
Sports writing was different in the 1930s and 1940s from what it is today. The general attitude during most of Joe DiMaggio's career was heroic coverage of heroes.
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Sports writing was different in the 1930s and 1940s from what it is today. The general attitude during most of Joe DiMaggio's career was heroic coverage of heroes.
joe dimaggio's privacy • joe dimaggio a hero's life • joe dimaggio • players and media • sports writing
Baseball in American Letters
Baseball has often appeared as a symbol of American Life in many great novels and some really simple but wonderful poems.
baseball in american literature • baseball in american poetry • casey at the bat poem • tinker to evers to chance • franklin pierce adams
Baseball has often appeared as a symbol of American Life in many great novels and some really simple but wonderful poems.
baseball in american literature • baseball in american poetry • casey at the bat poem • tinker to evers to chance • franklin pierce adams
CIAO, JOE!
On Monday, March 8, 1999, legendary baseball player Joe DiMaggio passed away at age 84. Though my Suite 101 page does not ordinarily highlight athletes, I wanted to pay tribute to this great Yankee.
joe dimaggio • joe di maggio • baseball • yankees • marilyn monroe
On Monday, March 8, 1999, legendary baseball player Joe DiMaggio passed away at age 84. Though my Suite 101 page does not ordinarily highlight athletes, I wanted to pay tribute to this great Yankee.
joe dimaggio • joe di maggio • baseball • yankees • marilyn monroe
ESPN Classic Pays Tribute to Joe DiMaggio
Television pays tribute to the late Joe DiMaggio; This Week in TV History; My TV Viewing Recommendations for the week of March 13th.
espn • joe dimaggio • joe di maggio • yankee clipper • steven bochco
Television pays tribute to the late Joe DiMaggio; This Week in TV History; My TV Viewing Recommendations for the week of March 13th.
espn • joe dimaggio • joe di maggio • yankee clipper • steven bochco
The Autumn of '49
The '49 American League season came down to one game between the Yankees and Red Sox. The contest was a portent of epic battles to come.
baseball history • summer of '49 • yankees and red sox • joe dimaggio • ted williams
The '49 American League season came down to one game between the Yankees and Red Sox. The contest was a portent of epic battles to come.
baseball history • summer of '49 • yankees and red sox • joe dimaggio • ted williams
The Legend of Joe DiMaggio
Although Joe DiMaggio's excellent stats fell short of baseball's greatest, he won and retains a special hold on fans. A lot of it had to do with unmeasurables.
joe dimaggio • baseball greats • baseball history • baseball records • new york yankees
Although Joe DiMaggio's excellent stats fell short of baseball's greatest, he won and retains a special hold on fans. A lot of it had to do with unmeasurables.
joe dimaggio • baseball greats • baseball history • baseball records • new york yankees
The New Fall Season Is Almost Here!
Check out this column for your chance to review the fall television season; This Week in Television History; My television veiwing recommendations for the week.
bewtiched • mcgyver • joe dimaggio • donnie and maire osmond • television programs
Check out this column for your chance to review the fall television season; This Week in Television History; My television veiwing recommendations for the week.
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The Yankees Greatest Dynasty?
This dynasty, which began with DiMaggio's debut and ended with Gehrig's retirement, was the best team in the world during the darkest days of the Great Depression.
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This dynasty, which began with DiMaggio's debut and ended with Gehrig's retirement, was the best team in the world during the darkest days of the Great Depression.
yankees best dynasties • 1936 new york yankees • new york yankees dynasty • lou gehrig joe dimaggio yankees • joe dimaggios lou gehrigh dynasty
New York Yankees Hitting Records
Babe Ruth still holds quite a few hitting records. But as the heroes of the New Dynasty get a little bit older, they are starting to amke their mark on Yankee history.
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Babe Ruth still holds quite a few hitting records. But as the heroes of the New Dynasty get a little bit older, they are starting to amke their mark on Yankee history.
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DiMaggio Was Better Than Mantle
Both are among the greatest of all players, but Joe DiMaggio was a better hitter and a clearly superior fielder compared to Mickey. The facts support that contention.
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Both are among the greatest of all players, but Joe DiMaggio was a better hitter and a clearly superior fielder compared to Mickey. The facts support that contention.
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Baseball's Best Brother Combos
More than 350 sets of brothers have played in the Major Leagues since the 1870s. Here are five of the very best sibling combinations in baseball history.
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More than 350 sets of brothers have played in the Major Leagues since the 1870s. Here are five of the very best sibling combinations in baseball history.
baseball's best brothers • baseball's best brother combos • baseball's best brother combinations • george wright harry wright • lloyd waner paul waner
Rookie DiMaggio Could Field & Hit
DiMaggio, whose work afield was sparkling all afternoon, made a spectacular ninth inning throw to home, cutting off the potential game tying run.
joe dimaggio hitting streak • rookie season • 1935 pennant • world champions • dimaggio talents
DiMaggio, whose work afield was sparkling all afternoon, made a spectacular ninth inning throw to home, cutting off the potential game tying run.
joe dimaggio hitting streak • rookie season • 1935 pennant • world champions • dimaggio talents
Baseball and Autumn in New York
For ten straight years the World Series was played in New York City, usually between two New York teams. DiMaggio, Robinson, Mays and Mantle were among the heroes.
world series • dominant new york teams • baseball championships • new york baseball teams • casey stengel
For ten straight years the World Series was played in New York City, usually between two New York teams. DiMaggio, Robinson, Mays and Mantle were among the heroes.
world series • dominant new york teams • baseball championships • new york baseball teams • casey stengel
Can Derek Jeter Get 4,000 Hits?
Does Derek Jeter have the ability, the staying power, and the desire to join Ty Cobb and Pete Rose in the 4,000 Hit Club? Right now, the answer is a definite maybe.
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Does Derek Jeter have the ability, the staying power, and the desire to join Ty Cobb and Pete Rose in the 4,000 Hit Club? Right now, the answer is a definite maybe.
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He's the Man (And He Really Is)
To get an idea of Musial, one should imagine George Brett’s extra base power, Ted Williams’ selectivity at the plate, Joe DiMaggio’s grace, and the competitiveness of Pete Rose.
stan musial • joe dimaggio • ted williams • willie mays • albert pujols
To get an idea of Musial, one should imagine George Brett’s extra base power, Ted Williams’ selectivity at the plate, Joe DiMaggio’s grace, and the competitiveness of Pete Rose.
stan musial • joe dimaggio • ted williams • willie mays • albert pujols
The Best Hitters of the 1940s
The 1940s were a tumultuous decade for Major League Baseball. World War II took away the best years of many players' careers, including some of these legendary hitters.
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The 1940s were a tumultuous decade for Major League Baseball. World War II took away the best years of many players' careers, including some of these legendary hitters.
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The Better Catch
Willie Mays made a great catch against Vic Wertz in the 1954 World Series, but he made an even better one against Carl Furillo in 1951.
willie mays • joe dimaggio • mickey mantle • yankees • giants
Willie Mays made a great catch against Vic Wertz in the 1954 World Series, but he made an even better one against Carl Furillo in 1951.
willie mays • joe dimaggio • mickey mantle • yankees • giants
The Long Pennant Race
Two teams finished the 1948 American League season in a tie, with a third team eliminated only one day before. The thrills continued in a first-ever one-game playoff.
thrilling pennant races • long '48 pennant race • baseball thrills • 1948 baseball season • cleveland indians
Two teams finished the 1948 American League season in a tie, with a third team eliminated only one day before. The thrills continued in a first-ever one-game playoff.
thrilling pennant races • long '48 pennant race • baseball thrills • 1948 baseball season • cleveland indians
Under Forty is Not Bad
Joe DiMaggio. That’s it. The team that has won more World Championships and lost more World Championships has had only one right handed hitter who hit at least 40 home runs in a single season. In 1937, Joe DiMaggio hit 46 home runs.
dimaggio • yankees • right handed • 40 • babe ruth
Joe DiMaggio. That’s it. The team that has won more World Championships and lost more World Championships has had only one right handed hitter who hit at least 40 home runs in a single season. In 1937, Joe DiMaggio hit 46 home runs.
dimaggio • yankees • right handed • 40 • babe ruth
What Did Derek Jeter Mean?
What does "taking a game off" mean? Does it refer to not trying one hundred percent? Does it refer to not being up mentally for the game? Does it mean playing injured?
derek jeter • joe dimaggio • majorleaguers • new york mets • jose reyes
What does "taking a game off" mean? Does it refer to not trying one hundred percent? Does it refer to not being up mentally for the game? Does it mean playing injured?
derek jeter • joe dimaggio • majorleaguers • new york mets • jose reyes
Who Really Deserved It?
It was and is one of the great injustices in major league history---or was it?
joe dimaggio • ted williams • yankees • red sox • pennant
It was and is one of the great injustices in major league history---or was it?
joe dimaggio • ted williams • yankees • red sox • pennant
The Yankees Acquire DiMaggio
After his contract was sold to the Yankees in 1934, DiMaggio played in the Pacific Coast League in 1935, hitting .398 with 34 home runs. He joined the Yankees in 1936.
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After his contract was sold to the Yankees in 1934, DiMaggio played in the Pacific Coast League in 1935, hitting .398 with 34 home runs. He joined the Yankees in 1936.
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A-Rod, Ruth and Great Seasons
In 2007, Alex Rodriguez had an outstanding season that compares favorably with the best of Ruth, Gehrig, Mantle, DiMaggio, Mattingly, and Dickey.
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In 2007, Alex Rodriguez had an outstanding season that compares favorably with the best of Ruth, Gehrig, Mantle, DiMaggio, Mattingly, and Dickey.
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Albert Pujols' Baseball Career
Albert Pujols's first six seasons in the Major Leagues have been he best in baseball history, better than Joe DiMaggio, Ted Williams and Don Mattingly.
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Albert Pujols's first six seasons in the Major Leagues have been he best in baseball history, better than Joe DiMaggio, Ted Williams and Don Mattingly.
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Baseball Bounces Back From War
High expectations, surprising achievements, and baffling disappointments marked the return of baseball's top stars from the war.
1946 baseball season • postwar baseball • baseball surprises • 1946 world series • new york yankees
High expectations, surprising achievements, and baffling disappointments marked the return of baseball's top stars from the war.
1946 baseball season • postwar baseball • baseball surprises • 1946 world series • new york yankees
Four Consecutive Yankees' Losses
The four consecutive losses to Boston in 2004 are the most well-known, but the Yankees lost four straight to the Browns in 1944 that finished their season.
four consecutive yankees' losses • new york lost four games • 1944 pennant • yankees and athletics • doubleheader on sunday
The four consecutive losses to Boston in 2004 are the most well-known, but the Yankees lost four straight to the Browns in 1944 that finished their season.
four consecutive yankees' losses • new york lost four games • 1944 pennant • yankees and athletics • doubleheader on sunday
Jackie Robinson's 1947 Season
As baseball approaches the 60th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson's historic debut, the great man's career and life should be celebrated by all baseball fans.
jackie robinson • 60th anniversary • jackie robinson's rookie year • tribute • major league baseball
As baseball approaches the 60th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson's historic debut, the great man's career and life should be celebrated by all baseball fans.
jackie robinson • 60th anniversary • jackie robinson's rookie year • tribute • major league baseball
The 10 Best Hitting Seasons Ever
With so many great seasons by so many great MLB players to choose from, it's hard to narrow the best seasons ever down to just ten. Here's a shot, though.
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With so many great seasons by so many great MLB players to choose from, it's hard to narrow the best seasons ever down to just ten. Here's a shot, though.
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The Conclusion is No
If one accepts the modern criteria that have allowed Carlton Fisk and Gary Carter entry into the Hall of Fame, then Munson belongs. If one believes that the standards set by those who selected Bill Dickey, Mickey Cochrane, Yogi Berra, Roy Campanella and Johnny Bench should be used, then Munson does not belong. Neither do Carter or Fisk
yankees • world series • red sox • munson • fisk
If one accepts the modern criteria that have allowed Carlton Fisk and Gary Carter entry into the Hall of Fame, then Munson belongs. If one believes that the standards set by those who selected Bill Dickey, Mickey Cochrane, Yogi Berra, Roy Campanella and Johnny Bench should be used, then Munson does not belong. Neither do Carter or Fisk
yankees • world series • red sox • munson • fisk
The Death of Marilyn Monroe
A shroud of mystery has surrounded the death of Marilyn Monroe. This article will review what's currently known, enabling the reader to judge the matter for themselves.
marilyn monroe • marilyn • monroe • peter lawford • kennedy's
A shroud of mystery has surrounded the death of Marilyn Monroe. This article will review what's currently known, enabling the reader to judge the matter for themselves.
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Three-Time MLB Baseball MVPs
Jimmie Foxx was the first three time winner, and Alex Rodriguez is the most recent to accomplish the feat, but Barry Bonds has more MVP trophies than anyone else.
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Jimmie Foxx was the first three time winner, and Alex Rodriguez is the most recent to accomplish the feat, but Barry Bonds has more MVP trophies than anyone else.
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We Let George Do It---For Two Seasons
The New York Times, September 16, 1958. Following are the sketches of the identified dead persons and those believed to be missing in the Jersey Central train accident yesterday:
new york yankees • yankees • george stirnweiss • world series • joe dimaggio
The New York Times, September 16, 1958. Following are the sketches of the identified dead persons and those believed to be missing in the Jersey Central train accident yesterday:
new york yankees • yankees • george stirnweiss • world series • joe dimaggio
Who Was Mickey Mantle?
Mickey Mantle was one of the all-time greats in baseball history. As great as he was, some say he never reached his full potential. Here's a part of his story.
mickey mantle • new york yankees • triple crown • roger maris • single season home run record
Mickey Mantle was one of the all-time greats in baseball history. As great as he was, some say he never reached his full potential. Here's a part of his story.
mickey mantle • new york yankees • triple crown • roger maris • single season home run record
Cleveland, Not Boston: Part 2
The Red Sox were once again “invincible.” The great baseball journalist, Arthur Daley, wrote a column in March, 1951 that has applied as long as the Red Sox have existed. Daley could have written it in March, 2004 and it would be just as valid.
yankees • 1951 • dimaggio • berra • red sox
The Red Sox were once again “invincible.” The great baseball journalist, Arthur Daley, wrote a column in March, 1951 that has applied as long as the Red Sox have existed. Daley could have written it in March, 2004 and it would be just as valid.
yankees • 1951 • dimaggio • berra • red sox
When a Strikeout Was Good
Tommy Henrich will soon be ninety years old. He appeared at an autograph show recently and it was easy to see that he still loved baseball.
henrich • yankees • 1941 world series • 1949 world series • old reliable.
Tommy Henrich will soon be ninety years old. He appeared at an autograph show recently and it was easy to see that he still loved baseball.
henrich • yankees • 1941 world series • 1949 world series • old reliable.
Hall of Famer Profile - Yogi Berra
Yogi Berra was so great, they named a cartoon character after him.
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Yogi Berra was so great, they named a cartoon character after him.
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Yankee Stadium's Last Season
Yankee Stadium Will Close at the end of the 2008 baseball season. Here are just a few of the memories that it leaves behind.
yankee stadium history • yankee stadium to close • yankee stadium closing • old yankee stadium • mickey mantle facade home run
Yankee Stadium Will Close at the end of the 2008 baseball season. Here are just a few of the memories that it leaves behind.
yankee stadium history • yankee stadium to close • yankee stadium closing • old yankee stadium • mickey mantle facade home run
No Pitching?
The New York Yankees won their first pennant in 1921 and last won the World Series in 2000. While the Yankees have had many outstanding pitchers, almost all of the greatest of the great pitched elsewhere. Despite that fact, the Yankees may be the team whose pitching has been the best and most consistent of the modern era.
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The New York Yankees won their first pennant in 1921 and last won the World Series in 2000. While the Yankees have had many outstanding pitchers, almost all of the greatest of the great pitched elsewhere. Despite that fact, the Yankees may be the team whose pitching has been the best and most consistent of the modern era.
yankees • pitching • ruth • gehrig • dimaggio
Baseball Movies
Play ball! While you're at it, play DVD - and enjoy these classic baseball movies.
baseball • movies • angels in the outfield • it happens every spring • the stratton story
Play ball! While you're at it, play DVD - and enjoy these classic baseball movies.
baseball • movies • angels in the outfield • it happens every spring • the stratton story
The Terrible Hours
Tuesday, May 23, 1939. The <I>Squalus</I>, the United States's newest and best submarine, has sunk to the bottom of the North Atlantic off the New England coast. Of the fifty-nine crew members, thirty-three are still alive. But in the cold waters of the North Atlantic, in a crippled submarine with limited rescue equipment, their chances of survival are rapidly dwindling. Their fate depends on one man -- Charles "Swede" Momsen.
squalus • terrible hours • peter maas • swede momsen • submarines
Tuesday, May 23, 1939. The <I>Squalus</I>, the United States's newest and best submarine, has sunk to the bottom of the North Atlantic off the New England coast. Of the fifty-nine crew members, thirty-three are still alive. But in the cold waters of the North Atlantic, in a crippled submarine with limited rescue equipment, their chances of survival are rapidly dwindling. Their fate depends on one man -- Charles "Swede" Momsen.
squalus • terrible hours • peter maas • swede momsen • submarines
World Series Perfection
A mediocre Yankees righthander, in full view of America's baseball fans, makes history by retiring every batter in a World Series game.
perfect game • world series • baseball history • no-hit game • don larsen
A mediocre Yankees righthander, in full view of America's baseball fans, makes history by retiring every batter in a World Series game.
perfect game • world series • baseball history • no-hit game • don larsen
And They Finished 17 Games Out
Many years ago, a Yankees team had four Hall of Famers. Their main rival that season was the Boston Red Sox, a team that had not four but FIVE Hall of Famers, but it was the Yankees who won the pennant and swept the Reds in the World Series while Boston finished a distant second, 17 games out of first place.
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Many years ago, a Yankees team had four Hall of Famers. Their main rival that season was the Boston Red Sox, a team that had not four but FIVE Hall of Famers, but it was the Yankees who won the pennant and swept the Reds in the World Series while Boston finished a distant second, 17 games out of first place.
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Baseball Heroics and Strategies
Understanding managers' strategy and players' out-of-the-ordinary performance enable new and old fans to appreciate the national pastime.
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Understanding managers' strategy and players' out-of-the-ordinary performance enable new and old fans to appreciate the national pastime.
popularity of baseball • baseball strategy • team sport • great baseball performances • great managers
Baseball Survives World War II
The quality of big league ball almost hit bottom in 1945. V-E and V-J Days started the return of the stars just in time.
wartime baseball • baseball history • 1945 season • national pastime • roosevelt on baseball
The quality of big league ball almost hit bottom in 1945. V-E and V-J Days started the return of the stars just in time.
wartime baseball • baseball history • 1945 season • national pastime • roosevelt on baseball
Baseball's Seven Deadly Sins
For a sport and a fan base that once held itself out as the embodiment of the New England Ideal, it's scary to see the great game of baseball go to the dark side.
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For a sport and a fan base that once held itself out as the embodiment of the New England Ideal, it's scary to see the great game of baseball go to the dark side.
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Best Baseball Parks-Yankee Stadium
When Babe Ruth became a Yankee in 1920, the Yankees were sharing the Polo Grounds with the New York Giants. After Ruth changed the game, the Yanks had to change stadiums.
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When Babe Ruth became a Yankee in 1920, the Yankees were sharing the Polo Grounds with the New York Giants. After Ruth changed the game, the Yanks had to change stadiums.
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Best Season Anyone Ever Had?
Lou Boudreau's 1948 season was unique in baseball history. He batted and fielded his way to his league's MVP award and managed the Indians to the world championship.
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Lou Boudreau's 1948 season was unique in baseball history. He batted and fielded his way to his league's MVP award and managed the Indians to the world championship.
best season • unique in baseball history • most valuable players • player-manager • cleveland indians in world series
Do Managers Win Baseball Games?
Managers of winning baseball teams are often hailed as geniuses. History suggests that ballplayer talent counts for more, but that good managers can make a difference.
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Managers of winning baseball teams are often hailed as geniuses. History suggests that ballplayer talent counts for more, but that good managers can make a difference.
managing winning baseball teams • baseball managers making a difference • genius managers • baseball player talent • winning baseball teams
Lou Gehrig in the World Series
Lou Gehrig hit .361, slugged .731, and hit 10 home runs in 35 World Series games. The Yankees won 6 of those 7 World Series.
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Lou Gehrig hit .361, slugged .731, and hit 10 home runs in 35 World Series games. The Yankees won 6 of those 7 World Series.
lou gehrig world series • iron horse excelled • replacement for wally pipp • gehrig offered to red sox • yankees won pennants
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