The Red Sox Year Book Is Out - Maryann's Is On The Way

[Henry]

Well, Maryann got her notice, courtesy of Dick Brown, that her Red Sox Year Book is ready for shipping.  She ordered it on line last night - Cost is $13 - Shipping costs $10 - They may be available locally, but Maryann is really anxious for baseball and likes to know the story on the players.

I think they have another book that comes out later also.

[Chris Santee]

I believe pitchers and catchers report tomorrow.

[Mike Raburn]

Damon a Brave?

McGwire a HITTING coach???

GO CARDS!!!!!!!!!!!

[Dick Brown]

Henry     Even though it's colder then usual in our area, the local high school and college teams have begun their baseball seasons, reinforcing the status of southern teams having a distinct advantage over northern schools in player development. I have long thought that the athletes in Vermont are just as talented as their southern peers in any outside sport,  if they only have the time on the field from their younger years on that these kids in Florida do.
I myself go over to St. Leo's College ( 5 miles from here ) to watch a real quality baseball program matched up against excellent competition, including a number of northern schools ( some of which are outside for the first time ) .
The Red Sox , alas, are three hours away, and have significantly raised their ticket prices , making it an expensive trip ( especially when the regulars only play 2 or 3 innings ) even if you could get good seats.  In my mind, since I really enjoy watching the locals play ( high school & college ), traveling to Zeypherhills HS or St. Leo's College is a much better outing for this baseball fan.
Glad you purchased the Yearbook for Maryann . Hope Dice-K does something productive this year !!! Keep your Sox on !!!