By Bob Long on May 16, 2011
In this week’s Bob Long Sports Radio Show, we talked about how the most recent decision to put a permanent stay on the NFL Lockout will affect the labor dispute (Start-6:10). Then we talked about the NBA Playoffs, including the Conference Finals, Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James, and the place of Dirk Nowitzki among the […]
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By Chris Pierangeli on May 15, 2011
Small ball is a term that is often used by announcers and managers throughout baseball. While the exact definition may vary, my definition of small ball involves a reliance on advancing runners and manufacturing runs without needing consistent home run production. Bunting, intelligent base running, and fundamental hitting, such as hitting behind the runner, are […]
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By Bob Long on December 14, 2010
BREAKING NEWS: Cliff Lee has just reached an agreement with the Phillies to return to Philadelphia. The left hander turned down offers from the New York Yankees, the Boston Red Sox, and the Texas Rangers, among others, to return to Philadelphia, where he first showed the country his playoff dominance in 2008. Lee will join […]
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By Bob Long on August 30, 2010
Title: 2010 MLB Playoff Predictions The second Bob Long’s Sports Podcast discusses the baseball stretch run, including division winners, wild card winners, and top seeds in the league. With associate Chris Pierangeli
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