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Let's Clog Some Bases!

By Mark Weidemaier

I suppose I should follow Al's lead and post something on a serious topic. However, now that the baseball All-Star break is nearly upon us, I thought I'd first pause to remember the late, much-lamented (by me, anyway) baseball blog firejoemorgan.com. FJM was a combination of sports journalism criticism, statistically-oriented baseball analysis, and pure (if occasionally profane) snark. If you're curious whether it's worth a gander, the following quiz may help you decide:

Question: In the bottom of the 9th inning, holding a one-run lead, I would rather pitch to: (A) Albert Pujols or (B) David Eckstein. 

  My answer: David Eckstein. Is this a serious question?
  I should: Read the bl0g. This link may clarify any confusion about "clogging the bases."

  My answer: Albert Pujols, because David Eckstein is a winner. He has grit.
  I should: Not read the blog.

  My answer: I'm unsure. Who is David Eckstein?
  I should: Consider reading, perhaps starting with the definitions. 

  My answer: I'm unsure. Who is Albert Pujols?
  I should: Probably avoid St. Louis.

Next up, another baseball post, though perhaps one that may lead to somehing about law...

Full post as published by The Faculty Lounge on July 06, 2009 (boomark / email).