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18 Possible Explanations for Tim McClelland’s Incompetence
Bugs & Cranks —
... bad night last night. Monumentally bad.
Think about it. How often does a third base umpire get embroiled in so much controversy during the course of a single game? Once a year, tops? Usually never in a game of this importance. But there was old Tim, standing at third base, blowing really easy calls.
Big League Stew went as far as to deem one missed call as the Worst Ever.
What did Tim McClelland have to say to say for himself? Our new gal Emma Span has that covered for us.
I read her post word for word, but what Tim said ain’t ...
Banter, Bugs, and Further Animal Exploitation
Eephus Pitch —
So I wrote up last night's Yankee win at the Banter, and posted a little something about the umpiring shenanigans at Bugs & Cranks. Meanwhile, following yesterday's successful debut of Pearl as the official Eephus Pitch mascot, I give you my dog's reaction to the blown fifth-inning call at third: Yes, Pearl wants instant replay in the playoffs. Instant replay, and maybe a peanut butter treat. ...
Jeter Stays Hot Despite Nasty Cold
Bugs & Cranks —
... The AP reports that Yankees skipper Joe Girardi confirmed yesterday that Derek Jeter has had cold symptoms since at least Monday. And yet Jeter heroically went 2-for-5 with a walk in Tuesday’s 10-1 nailbiter. ...
