Archive for the 'Commentary' Category

A plea for fans to look at ballplayers as people, not property.

For a time, and especially for a night, Hamilton had it all in his hands.

Despite ups and downs, this ex-Blue Jay is grateful for his time in the big leagues.

The few shooting stars among late-season call-ups will be even rarer under new rules.

Field notes from the most human place in baseball.

There may be more of them than ever before, but home runs are still the most exciting play in the game.

On the ballfield, coming of age is not just child’s play.

Maybe it’s not the game that needs to change.

Over time, that familiar backyard game can become more than just a memory.

“Democracy is lovely, but baseball’s more mature.”