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Kings of New York
When it comes to rooting interests, New Yorkers can be a fickle bunch. “Which team is doing better?” many will ask before picking a favorite. While the Yankees currently rule the New York roost , it wasn’t always this way. In the mid-to-late 1980s, this town was a Mets town. ...
Inside MLB Attendance - Interleague 2009
Inside MLB Attendance - Interleague 2009
bizofbaseball.com — With Sunday’s games in the books, Interleague Play for MLB in 2009 is nearly concluded (a June... 16th rainout between the Cubs and White Sox still needs to be replayed), seeing average attendance drop from last year’s record setting pace. The National League/American League match-ups drew an ... (more) Inside MLB Attendance - Interleague 2009

This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 7/1/09
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 7/1/09
nleastchatter.com — Alright guys it’s time for todays “Oh the pain!!” edition of “This Day In Mets Infamy With... Rusty”. So for a few moments lets put away our cyanide pills and our nooses and enjoy the peace and quiet before today’s game. Celebrating a birthday today is ... (more) This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 7/1/09
Conundrum Contest - Win a Copy of Greg Prince’s “Faith and Fear in Flushing”
Conundrum Contest - Win a Copy of Greg Prince’s “Faith and Fear in Flushing”
nleastchatter.com — Final Update: In my ultimate generosity the contest has been (briefly) extended through midnight tonight. If you’re... reading this and you haven’t yet made a submission…shame on you! It’s a free book for Keith’s sake! "Win me!" It’s time for a ... (more) Conundrum Contest - Win a Copy of Greg Prince’s “Faith ...
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