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Hitting three home runs in a game is a remarkable accomplishment, especially for young shortstops. It’s frequently compared to the rarity of a no-hitter, triple plays or even four home run games. However, what’s rare are the youngest shortstops who have homered three times in a game. Only five players have done it, with one […] READ MORE
The Nine Branches of the Baseball Menorah The Hanukkah Menorah Hanukkah is here and the Menorah or the Hanukkiah has been dusted off and put in a place of importance. On each of the eight nights of Hanukkah a new candle is lit by the ninth candle, the Shamash. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of […] READ MORE
On a calm June night in Cincinnati, Scooter Gennett brought the thunder. He went 5-5 with four home runs and ten RBI. It was among the greatest offensive performances in the history of the game. This isn’t a stretch of the imagination. It isn’t bias towards the current era of baseball. It’s not raving about a mildly known […] READ MORE
Brandon Murphy writes about baseball for Last Word on Sports, and is the Team Manager for LWOS Atlanta Braves. Brandon lives in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and attends Middle Tennessee State University. Brandon is a life-long Atlanta Braves fan and forever a student to the game of baseball.