Archive for December, 2014

Top Ten Favorite Moments from 2014

December 31, 2014

I injured my left ankle a few days before Christmas. The radiologist said it’s a fracture; the orthopedist said it’s …Read the Rest

Forgotten Indians: Paul Dade

Forgotten Indians: Paul Dade
December 28, 2014

Paul Dade, right, congratulates Gary Alexander, whose homer had just won the game for the Indians, May 20, 1979 When …Read the Rest

Terry Pluto’s Latest

Terry Pluto’s Latest
December 26, 2014

Not much to be said here other than it needs to be read. Stuff like this is what tends to …Read the Rest

My Last Minute Wishes to Santa

My Last Minute Wishes to Santa
December 23, 2014

Hi, Santa! Look, I know you’re a little busy right now getting ready for your long night out, but if …Read the Rest

Analyzing the Acquisitions of Brandon Moss and Gavin Floyd

Analyzing the Acquisitions of Brandon Moss and Gavin Floyd
December 23, 2014

In June, I wrote a piece about DiamondView, the Tribe’s statistical analysis program, on the ESPN SweetSpot Blog. With the …Read the Rest

Racism, Fever, and “Kardiac” Arrest: Media Portrayal of Cleveland Sports, 1978-1987

Racism, Fever, and “Kardiac” Arrest: Media Portrayal of Cleveland Sports, 1978-1987
December 22, 2014

It’s been a while, IPL readers. College has kept me from writing for pleasure, but now that I’m home for …Read the Rest

All I want for Christmas is a real DH

December 20, 2014

Dear Santa: Since we’re now well into single digits as we count down to Christmas, I would like to get …Read the Rest

Jason Kipnis Has Surgery on Finger

Jason Kipnis Has Surgery on Finger
December 17, 2014

Bless your heart, Jason Kipnis…you’ve just given me a new excuse to avoid the gym. Kipnis injured his left ring …Read the Rest

Indians Sign Gavin Floyd to a Major League Deal

Indians Sign Gavin Floyd to a Major League Deal
December 16, 2014

View image | gettyimages.com   In addition to the high-profile trades and free agent signings you see at this point …Read the Rest

Know Your Competition – The AL Central at the Winter Meetings

Know Your Competition – The AL Central at the Winter Meetings
December 11, 2014

The Indians’ acquisition of Brandon Moss kicked off a rather busy week for the AL Central (although it’s nothing compared …Read the Rest