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Day: August 3, 2013

The Bigger They Are, The Harder They Fall

August 3, 2013Brooks D. Simpson4 Comments

August 4, 2007: Alex Rodriguez hits his 500th home run.

August 4, 2010: Alex Rodriguez hits his 600th home run.

August 4, 2013: Alex Rodrtiguez awaits word on MLB’s decision whether to suspend him (and for how long) for PED use.

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On Book Reviews and Controversy

August 3, 2013November 9, 2015Brooks D. Simpson43 Comments

I was hoping for a quiet weekend in which to get some work done before MLB dealt with PED offenders, including one Mr. Alex Rodriguez, next week. No such luck …

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A Fitting Tribute to the SHPG

August 3, 2013August 3, 2013Brooks D. Simpson10 Comments

Via Kevin Levin comes word that Dixie Outfitters is preparing a special t-shirt to honor the Southern Heritage Preservation Group. Here’s the shirt, front and back:

Stonewall SHPGI think this is a wonderful tribute, and here’s why:

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