One of the advantages of reactivating my Facebook account is that I get to see lots of ads. A while back I must have “liked” the official Lids Facebook account. I now get to see ads from Lids in my Facebook feed. That’s not a problem. I like to wear overpriced hats associated with professional … Continue Reading “MLB’s hollow tribute to Jackie Robinson”
Tag: Baltimore Orioles
Washington Nationals sign Matt Wieters to a two-year deal
Former Baltimore Orioles catcher Matt Wieters is now a member of the Washington Nationals. He signed a two-year contract with the choice of opting out after one season. That may work out in Wieters’ favor if there is a demand for 31-year-old low average, switch-hitting catchers next season. Matt Wieters will make $10.5 million this … Continue Reading “Washington Nationals sign Matt Wieters to a two-year deal”
What it’s like to drive for Uber
A few months ago, I signed up to be an Uber driver. The way Uber works is that as an Uber driver, you are an independent contractor. You don’t work for Uber. You are your own boss. You work as much or as little as you wish. Everything is handled through your smartphone. When you … Continue Reading “What it’s like to drive for Uber”
Tonight is Game 7 of the World Series
The All-Star Game deciding home-field advantage in the World Series has got to be the most stupid rule in baseball. Considering that baseball is a game full of stupid rules, that’s saying something.
Baltimore Orioles Chris Davis suspended 25 games for taking amphetamines
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis was suspended by Major League Baseball for testing positive for amphetamines. Davis released the following statement: I apologize to my teammates, coaches, the Orioles organization and especially the fans. I made a mistake by taking Adderall. I had permission to use it in the past, but do not have … Continue Reading “Baltimore Orioles Chris Davis suspended 25 games for taking amphetamines”
MLB kills the ‘transfer rule’
Major League Baseball announced on Friday that effective immediately, they were doing away with the new transfer rule. MLB had earlier clarified that the existing rule on catching the ball would be interpreted going into the 2014 season that if the fielder fails to transfer the ball properly from his glove to his throwing hand, … Continue Reading “MLB kills the ‘transfer rule’”