Watching the game, we have a sense when the phone is going to ring. Sometimes it's obvious, other times it's inevitable; but it's never a true surprise. What shouldn't be a surprise is when you have to sit back down. While I'm usually used for long relief, Skip doesn't have a problem sending me out … Continue reading Pasttime – 59

I don't think there's a name for my current position with the team. Yes, I'm listed and paid as a reliever. There's no confusion when it comes to the people signing the checks. But it's always an argument that anyone in any position that they actually care about and intend to keep should be assessing … Continue reading Pasttime – 58

Justin was on the fast track to the majors, but spent a spell in the minors so the Big Club could hold onto his contract a little longer. That meant he experienced the same bus rides and late-night charter flights on contraptions that looked like it could be lifted higher by the team working together … Continue reading Pasttime – 57