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  • mlb

    Finding Mustachioed Men In St. Louis Will Win You All-Star Game Tickets

    The All-Star Game is rife with "bare-faced mortals," so the American Mustache Institute — bless their whiskers — is sponsoring a so-called Stache Dash. Find playing cards of mustachioed legends, win bleacher seats. No facial hair necessary. [AMI]
    07/09/09
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by RichardDJoke: Is it even close? 2 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Playing For Pittsburgh Makes Ian Snell Depressed

    Add Ian Snell to the list of baseball players struggling with mental issues this season. The good news is that he seems to found a causal link between his crippling depression and playing baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates. More »
    07/09/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by UpstateUnderdog: The taunts of "Snell smells" from little leaguers attending Pirate games were too much for him to handle. 4 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Bartolo Colon "Found," Still Mourning Michael Jackson

    There's no visual evidence of Bartolo Colon's whereabouts—NASA is working on it—but the White Sox say he will pitch tonight. His "disappearance" was really just an aversion to phones and an inability to cope with MJ's passing. More »
    07/09/09
    8,885
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by ArkansasFred: Why can't people mourn MJ in healthy, constructive ways? For example, to cope with the grief I built a... 4 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Have You Seen This Fat Guy?

    The White Sox seemed to have lost something. It's about six feet high, 250 pounds (roughly), and occasionally has trouble locating its curveball. Oh, and it's scheduled to start tonighttomorrow so if you've seen a Bartolo Colon anywhere, please call. More »
    07/08/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by F ME IN MY A: "If Colon never arrives?" We would all be better for it. He's probably eating a burrito the size of his head at... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    All You Can Eat, With A Side Order Of Cardiac Disease

    One $34 ticket to a Twins game gets you a bleacher seat and free food — everything but beer and ice cream sundaes —so fans are loading up for their sleep-induced hibernation until Brett Favre arrives. [AP]
    07/08/09
    6,201
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by FozzieBear: Cheese Cup: $1. So do they make you pay for cheese to go with the Nachos? Or have they gotten so... 3 Responses | Other threads

  • chicago cubs

    Young Cubs Fan Mocks Ryan Dempster's Pain

    This young fan in blue has thoroughly enjoyed Ryan Dempster's comical fall over a dugout railing, not realizing that the pitcher has just fractured his big toe and will spend a month on the DL. Go Cubbies! More »
    07/08/09
    10,821
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Gourmet Spud: The poor fence-jumping skills of ball players explains why there are so few Mexicans in the league. 3 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Ballhawks Ruining It For The Rest Of Us

    You see them at every baseball game. The obsessive geeks who stake out batting practice and clamor over beautiful girls just to get random fly balls from third-string catchers. But now they're refining their tactics and upping their demands. More »
    07/08/09
    20,387
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by StevieY19: And this is my pyramid, built by home run balls from Kevin Youkilis and Shawn Green... 4 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Brett Tomko Uses Painting To Ease Pain Of Being Brett Tomko

    "For me, the best way to move on from [a bad outing] is to get the paints out. Kind of take my mind off the pitching for a few hours and just kind of regroup." [Star-Ledger]
    07/07/09
    3,749
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by MarkKelsosMigraine: Sometimes after a bad day commenting, I like to get out the pastels and do a few nudes of the... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    A Starburst Is Born

    To one Tampa Bay Rays fan, these stars are not similar. To a Florida prosecutor, the blue star is a shameless rip of the yellow star. Which might put the fan in the clink for a year. More »
    07/07/09
    9,951
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Steve U: Well, I can't imagine the guy actually has a federal trademark registration for that thing. So, at the very... 7 Responses | Other threads

  • yankee stadium

    Yankees Will Deign To Respect Our Civil Liberties

    Bradford Campeau-Laurion — the guy who was drummed out of Yankee Stadium for trying to tinkle during the Yankees' seventh-inning tribute to compelled patriotism, the playing of "God Bless America" — has settled his lawsuit against the team and city. More »
    07/07/09
    9,762
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by Kid Canada: I think anyone who could sit through the entire "OK Blue Jays" song at the SkyDome deserves $10,001. You've got a... 7 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Yankees Won't Be Joining Umpire For Post-Game Pizza Party

    For as much glory as there is to be had in Little League — and not just by the 13-year-old with the mustache — there are more disheartening components. Like the umpires. Those guys were the pits. More »
    07/07/09
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by BruschisBrewsky: Not that the Yankees would know anything about benefiting from these types of situations. 5 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    What Is Wrong With Our Fragile Baseball Players? (MRI Edition)

    As anyone who plays fantasy baseball can tell you, injuries are killing your team. Baseball players spend more time on the DL than ever before, which probably says something about the times we live in. (It means you're weak.) More »
    07/07/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by BruschisBrewsky: which probably says something about the times we live in. (It means you're weak.) But..but...Ukraine? 6 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Worth Almost $900 Million Now, Imagine If The Cubs Won A World Series

    "The Ricketts family has reached a deal to buy the storied Chicago Cubs baseball team from bankrupt media company Tribune Co." Ambiguous adjectives are about as delightful as Sam Zell no longer owning a baseball team. [Reuters]
    07/06/09
    4,532
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Steve U: This should only intensify their rivalry with the notorious Scurvy family from the South Side. 3 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Breaking: Joe Morgan Tells The Truth!

    America's baseball uncle was tellin' tales again last night — something about a long slump and a home run he hit off Nolan Ryan — and for once, his story is supported by those ever-pesky computer numbers. [MLB Insights]
    07/06/09
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by ScientificMapp: God, who is that in the back? Those teeth look like a row of urinals at Riverfront Stadium. 3 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb all-star game

    MLB All-Stars Voted In, Red Sox Aplenty

    The All-Star rosters have almost been finalized, but there's still the online-popularity contest spot open. Vote Flyin' Hawaiian '09, if you know what's good for ya. [MLB]
    07/05/09
    4,458
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    By DAULERIO

    Comment by FriendsOfScottSisson: Happy for Wakefield, but which catcher is taking the 6 week vacation after breaking a finger trying to catch that... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • rinku and dinesh

    Rinku and Dinesh Debut

    Okay, this isn't exactly crucial stuff in light of recent developments, but in a bit of good news, the hard-throwing brothers pitchers from India/Pittsburgh Pirates prospects both made an appearance for the team's Gulf Coast League affiliate today. More »
    07/04/09
    8,389
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    By Gourmet Spud

    Comment by Byung and The Restless: Scouting report says that hitters have to choose their spots against Rinku . . . like after the jewel on... more » | Other threads

  • mlb

    Twitter Will Clear Up The Barry Bonds Grand Jury Testimony

    The Daily News' investigative team — also known as the people who helped buckle Roger Clemens' knees — are turning their attention to Barry Bonds, posting his grand jury testimony in 140-character chunks. The first tweet: "Confidential." Juicy. [BarryBondsGJ Twitter]
    07/03/09
    2,439
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Secret Identity: Ah, reading transcripts of oral testimony, a welcome respite from my day job as a litigator reading transcripts of oral... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Blame It On Boras

    Everything bad that has ever happened to the Dodgers is the fault of evil, evil Scott Boras, up to and including that home run he hit off Ralph Branca in 1951. [NYT]
    07/03/09
    2,775
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by ScientificMapp: Now Manny knows what it's like to fly Southwest Airlines. 2 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Royal Rumble Ends; Blogger Still Standing

    Royals lift "ban" on Rany Jazayerli : "[T]here's a big difference between passively resisting my show and actively trying to sabotage my career. Now that the latter possibility is off the table, we're cool." [Rany on the Royals]
    07/03/09
    2,798
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by Gourmet Spud: Well, looks like it's just me and you today, kid. 9 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Team "Bans" Baseball Prospectus Writer, Pain In The Royal Ass

    Last week, Rany Jazayerli, blogger and baseball propeller-head of note, went after longtime Royals trainer Nick Swartz, stopping just shy of ripping out the man's heart and waving it at the sun. The team didn't take this so well. More »
    07/02/09
    11,090
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by Karlifornia: "he's done admirable work on the study of pitcher abuse." Most notably, the TV commercial he funded, featuring Mark Prior being... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Scott Boras' Land Rover Attacked; Suspects Include Just About Everyone In The World

    Someone took an "unknown hard, long object" to Scott Boras' Land Rover while it was parked outside a Newport Beach restaurant. Damage totaled $2,000, but only after bitter negotiations between Boras and his claims adjuster. [Corona Del Mar Today]
    07/02/09
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by MeAndChipperJones: "Damage totaled $2,000," That "much" damage to a Land Rover means they were not trying very hard. 3 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Jack Clark: Still Hating On The Mets

    Back in the days of the old National League East, it was the St. Louis Cardinals that declared themselves mortal enemies of the New York Mets. But even time and realignment can't stop Jack Clark from holding a grudge. More »
    07/01/09
    9,562
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Karlifornia: Meanwhile, Dick Clark is hating on...huh? What's that Dick? I can't make it out. Here, Dick, write it down. 3 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Khalil Greene Not Over Anxiety Problems

    Greene—0 for his last 16 AB—is back on the DL with his "social anxiety disorder." Maybe he just needs time to grow a better mullet. [MLB.com]
    06/30/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Gourmet Spud: How long until the whole league is on the DL with anxiety disorder, and the game is being played by... 3 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Darren Daulton Wants To Makes It Clear That He Has Done A Lot Drugs

    Everyone knows Darren Daulton was not a saint and he maybe indulged in some personal excess during his 14 major league seasons, but he just wants assure everyone of the real truth—the man was absolutely full of drugs. More »
    06/30/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Karlifornia: The lady underneath the Zima umbrella is probably waiting for her pie to get "a few degrees cooler". 2 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Don't Like Your Starting Pitcher? Sell Him On eBay

    His value is estimated at $100,000, so for $.01 on a joke eBay auction, Suppan is a steal. Disclaimer: "No Harms was made to Brewers, Fans, Suppan, Hall and any other animal while making and publishing this add." [HRDerby]
    06/30/09
    3,175
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Gourmet Spud: ...while making and publishing this add. The seller was going to proofread, but got distracted by a ladybug. 1 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Tim Lincecum's Haircut Is Now Self-Aware

    Randy Johnson has had a tremendous impact on the San Francisco Giants' pitching staff, but not because of his experience and wisdom. It's because he has youngsters like Tim Lincecum believing in the power of the mullet. More »
    06/30/09
    11,548
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Gourmet Spud: Unfortunately, a confused Barry Zito has just been growing out his pubes. 2 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Ozzie Guillen Not Helping North-South Side Relations

    It's time for another round of every Chicago baseball fan's favorite game, "Guess The Deleted Expletive In Ozzie Guillen's Anti-Cubs Rant." Or for bonus fun, just make up a word and get an even better quote. More »
    06/29/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Ben Dover: The second article brings up another point: is there a sorrier sack of shit in baseball than Carlos Zambrano? 4 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Pasty White Man Ruins Lovely Afternoon At The Ballyard

    What's more humiliating? Getting tackled by security in front of 40,000 baseball fans or having them drag you off the field with your flabby Jell-O bowl tummy exposed to the world? Such is life. [Red Sox Monster]
    06/29/09
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    By Dashiell Bennett

    Comment by Starburied: This is the only time an African-American will ever field a round, white object on a baseball field under Theo... 2 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    The Definition Of A Team Player

    Hey, at least they got him Mark DeRosa, right? Maybe someone better hide sharp objects from Leitch anyway.
    06/28/09
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    By Barry Petchesky

    Comment by Cecil's Wielder: How the Cubs thought it was a good idea to swap De Rosa for Aaron Miles is a mystery I... 3 Responses | Other threads

  • steroids

    Marlon Byrd Has Questionable Judgment

    Two pieces of surprising news. One, Victor Conte's not in jail! Two, there's still an athlete dumb enough to turn to him for supplements. More »
    06/28/09
    6,780
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    By Barry Petchesky

    Comment by J Money BS: Further proof of baseball players being the dumbest of the dumb athletes... more » | Other threads

  • mlb

    This Love Has Taken Its Toll On Me

    Red Sox owner John Henry got married yesterday, and held his reception in Fenway's outfield, with the best guest list ever: Larry David, Ken Burns, Alan Dershowitz, the Farrelly Brothers, and Bud Selig. The live band: Maroon 5. [Boston Globe]
    06/28/09
    6,170
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    By Barry Petchesky

    Comment by TommyAce: I was across the street from Fenway at a concert last night, and when I came out there was a... 6 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Someone Needs A Refund

    Sir Sidney Ponson, in the midst of leading the Dutch Honkball team to the quarterfinals of the WBC, tested positive for Phentermine, a stimulant and appetite suppressant. He's also the reason we invented Deadspin widescreen. [AP]
    06/28/09
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    By Barry Petchesky

    Comment by SuccessBot: Go Edrland! more » | Other threads

  • mlb

    Ask J.C. Romero About Steroids At Your Own Peril

    Fan asks Phillies for autographs. Phillies walk away. Fan makes a steroid-related crack to J.C. Romero. Romero curses fan, then says, who, me? Fan says, yes, you. Romero allegedly chokes fan. [St. Pete Times]
    06/27/09
    3,985
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Chris Hanson's Axe: Why on earth would he just fly into a rage like that? What could possibly cause him to act that... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • whimsy

    Hit Strip Club, Win Lap Dance

    It's a good thing the Seattle Post-Intelligencer didn't completely shutter its operations when it stopped the presses, or else there would be only one story about the construction of a strip club by Safeco Field. And who said newspapers weren't egalitarian? More »
    06/27/09
    5,644
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by JimEverettsPhantomSack: Ichiro seems very enthused about the new business development. 2 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Milton Bradley Is Uncomfortable, And So Is A Certain Water Cooler

    Lou Piniella, Milton Bradley and a water cooler — not as sexy a ménage à trois as it sounds. And unfortunately, it turns out the water cooler is the Lucky Pierre in this uninviting threesome. More »
    06/27/09
    5,421
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by EddieCurrysTowels: 30 million dollars can buy a lot of tissues.../cracks beer, assumes position for cross town in t-minus 2 hours... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • Wake up deadspin!

    Well, That Doesn't Add Up

    Got an image you'd like to see in here first thing in the morning? Send it to tips@deadspin.com. Subject: Morning crap More »
    06/27/09
    5,086
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Come a little Miroslav Klose You're My Kind of Man: Now let's see if the video comes true, with Zombie Jacko terrorizing our cities & towns. more » | Other threads

  • mlb

    Lou Piniella Adds Context To The Soto Stoner Saga

    "Look, I have smoked dope one time in my life, and it didn't do a damn thing for me, and I never tried it again.... But a lot of people do (smoke marijuana). You can buy it in California from a pharmacy." [ChiTrib]
    06/26/09
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    By Ben Cohen

    Comment by Bobby Big Wheel: Just because it's legal in the Sunshine State doesn't mean it's OK. Haven't you ever heard of a California... 7 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Braves Reliever Breaks Hand On Door, Pops Bone Back In, Pitches 7th, Needs Surgery, Apologizes

    "I'm ashamed of myself.This is a professional sport; you handle yourself in a professional manner. I didn't do that. … I'm just hopeful that Bobby and Frank will give me another chance." [SBB/AJC]
    06/26/09
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    By DAULERIO

    Comment by BigLeagueChew: Should've said he fell down stairs carrying groceries. 6 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Angles In The Outfield

    Slate answers the question we've all asked at one time or another, often while watching those games on television in which Larry Vanover seems to have a mail slot for a strike zone. What's with baseball's crappy camera angles? [Slate]
    06/25/09
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by Milbury, Rolling the Dice: Threadjack: Michael Jackson died. /TJ 24 Responses | Other threads

  • mlb

    Donald Fehr: Unconscionable Villain ... For Being Good At His Job

    Donald Fehr ran baseball's players union in an ever more open-shop America and in a sports culture beset by drug panics of one kind or another. The former ensured that he'd be unappreciated; the latter that he'd be vilified. More »
    06/25/09
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    By Tommy Craggs

    Comment by BruschisBrewsky: He also overlooked what would be in the best interest of the game his "employees" were playing, and fought for... 11 Responses | Other threads

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