One of baseball’s best hitters is also its most patient. Joey Votto has already taken the National League by storm in his career but won’t stop there. Keep talking about Miguel Cabrera, there will be time for Votto later. By Jesse Dougherty. Continue reading »
Jesse Dougherty- After the 2010 season John Farrell’s work as the Red Sox’ pitching coach was recognized by the Toronto Blue Jays. After helping the Sox to a World Series in his first season in 2007 and grooming a successful young staff, the Blue Jays offered him their manager position a few years later and … Continue reading »
Jesse Dougherty- I haven’t written a “Fan” column since February 20th. Let’s just say that school (sadly that does exist), reporting for the Daily Orange at Syracuse, and editing for the site has gotten the best of me. For those of you who have devoted your time to this column in the past I’m sorry … Continue reading »
Jesse Dougherty- In 2009 Joe Mauer was on top of the baseball world. En route to winning the AL MVP award, and a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger at catcher, the 26-year old hit a league leading .365, smacked 28 home runs, and had 96 RBIs. After that year the Twins thought they had a … Continue reading »
Jesse Dougherty- Type in Vance Worley’s name on Google and just about every picture is of him in a Phillies uniform. In his profile picture on Yahoo! Sports he’s donning a Phillies cap, white-rimmed glasses, and has a cheeky smile on his face. Well Worley now plays in Minnesota, and while most (including the internet) couldn’t … Continue reading »
