Gabriel Sanchez, of Cuban descent, was born in Florida on September 2nd 1983. He is currently the first baseman for the Martins. In spring, Marlins fans were debating whether Gaby Sanchez or Logan Morrison should get the job as first baseman, and many fans were surprised when the coach trusted him with this all important position. However, Sanchez has been a phenomenal success this season so far.
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In San Diego the radar gun was working overtime, and all because of a 20 year old wonder kid who kept throwing 3 figure pitches. 101 mph showed up time and time again, and as the scouts observed the player, the inevitable question arose: will Stephen Strasburg pitch a baseball faster than anyone ever has before?
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The National League won the All-Star game last week, with the baseball scoreboards showing 3-1, and as a result the baseball midsummer classic now no longer belongs solely to the American League, thanks to a great swing from the Yankees hitter Alex Rodriguez.
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The great baseball announcer Bob Sheppard, who was given the nickname “The Voice of God,” for the way he welcomed generations of fans with his greeting, ‘Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Yankee Stadium` and for the way that he introduced stars from Joe DiMaggio to Derek Jeter to the Yankee Stadium. Whilst he never personally gave his age, in 2006 it was confirmed by a Yankees official that he was born on Oct. 20, 1910, which means that he was 99 years old.
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The MLB All Star Game began nearly 80 years ago in 1933, from which time every year MLB takes a short break from the long season, baseball scoreboards go blank across the country for three days, and the great game and its most successful players are celebrated.
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Tiger Georgia is a small town at the base of Tiger Mountain. Named after a Cherokee Indian Chief, it’s filled with peaceful views and lush forests. Their slogan is ‘where spring spends the summer’. It has the cozy, friendly atmosphere of a small southern town, but when it comes to sports, it’s another story. Rabun County High School is front and center in basketball and baseball and they won’t let you forget it.
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If you like fishing you have probably heard of Donalsonville Georgia and one of the finest fishing lakes in the country, Lake Seminole. If you came into town you would have no choice but to notice evidence of the incredible team support of Seminole County High School, Home of the Fighting ‘Noles. The students and the town consider baseball to be a main event.
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When you enter Conyers Georgia you will probably see signs that say Beware of the Dog. They are, of course, referring to the Fighting Bulldogs of Rockdale County High School. The students take their baseball seriously and the game is part of their lives. This may be surprising for a small Georgian town like Conyers Georgia. To outsiders their fervor might raise eyebrows but if you are part of their team you are intertwined in the loyalty that is part of the philosophy and lifestyle.
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Brunswick Georgia is steeped in a long and rich history. Known as the Gateway to the Golden Isles, it offers scenic beauty, lush landscapes and perfect Southern charm. The Glynn County Recreation Department compliments the true attitude of Americana. You see, in Brunswick, baseball is not just a sport; it’s a way of life.
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The town of Lexington South Carolina is rich is American history. You would think that entering the area one would be surrounded with a slower paced Southern style environment. But, you would be wrong. Lexington embodies all of the typical charm but it is also an incredible hub of technology and growth. The people of Lexington are incredibly proud of the Lexington High School. In the middle of the beauty and lush nature of this place, is a hot bed of excitement. You see, there is an incredible spirit of baseball at Lexington High School.
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