Fidrych Strives For Comeback With Red Sox
Former Tigers star Mark Fidrych known as The Bird trains in Sox camp in Winter Haven awaiting a rehabilitation start. Manager Ralph Houk says no date is set and emphasizes gradual progression as Fidrych hopes to prove he can return to mound action for Pawtucket and possibly the majors.
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Do long-term pacts mean injuries
Washington University researcher Kenneth Lehn links long-term baseball contracts with higher injury risk, especially for pitchers. The study shows players under three-year deals average fewer DL days than those with three or more years, with notable rises after signing and a shift in incentives to rehab and conditioning.
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Why Roger Maris Hasn’t Reached the Hall of Fame
Die-hard Cardinal fan asks why Roger Maris, famed for 61 homers in 1961, isn’t in the Hall of Fame. The answer notes writers weigh career over a single season. Maris laments the voting process but cites past players like Johnny Mize who gained induction later.
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Ironmen Garvey and Smith played every game in 1981
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Steve Garvey and San Diego Padres shortstop Ozzie Smith each appeared in all 1981 games for their teams, totaling 110 contests. This durability highlighted their steady presence through a long season.
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University of Washington 63-game unbeaten stretch 1907 to 1917
The University of Washington football team did not lose in 63 consecutive games spanning 1907 through 1917, marking a historic period of dominance in early 20th century college football.
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