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Tuesday Rockpile: Checking in with Tanner Gordon one month into his MLB career
Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, August 13, 2024
www.purplerow.com
August 13, 2024 at 12:45 PM
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When I was in Denver last week, Tanner Gordon provided an update — and talked about his slider.
#Baseball
#Baseball
Tuesday Rockpile: Checking in with Tanner Gordon one month into his MLB career
Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, August 13, 2024
www.purplerow.com
August 13, 2024 at 12:48 PM
When I was in Denver last week, Tanner Gordon provided an update — and talked about his slider.
#Baseball
#Baseball
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Lot of "centrist" pundits out there publicly preparing themselves to fully accept fascism. Don't be one of them, kids.
January 15, 2024 at 2:01 PM
Lot of "centrist" pundits out there publicly preparing themselves to fully accept fascism. Don't be one of them, kids.
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Announced last night from Todd McFarlane himself.
October 19, 2023 at 2:40 PM
Announced last night from Todd McFarlane himself.
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Today's newsletter is out!
Inside: Texas strikes first, what should be the last word on the postseason schedule, Woodruff's surgery, D.R. academy crime, object permanence, icky stuff at Comic Con, and some wonderful writing.
cupofcoffee.substack.com/p/cup-of-cof...
Inside: Texas strikes first, what should be the last word on the postseason schedule, Woodruff's surgery, D.R. academy crime, object permanence, icky stuff at Comic Con, and some wonderful writing.
cupofcoffee.substack.com/p/cup-of-cof...
Cup of Coffee: October 16, 2023
Texas strikes first, what should be the last word on the postseason schedule, Woodruff's surgery, D.R. academy crime, object permanence, icky stuff at Comic Con, and some wonderful writing
cupofcoffee.substack.com
October 16, 2023 at 10:57 AM
Today's newsletter is out!
Inside: Texas strikes first, what should be the last word on the postseason schedule, Woodruff's surgery, D.R. academy crime, object permanence, icky stuff at Comic Con, and some wonderful writing.
cupofcoffee.substack.com/p/cup-of-cof...
Inside: Texas strikes first, what should be the last word on the postseason schedule, Woodruff's surgery, D.R. academy crime, object permanence, icky stuff at Comic Con, and some wonderful writing.
cupofcoffee.substack.com/p/cup-of-cof...
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Palestinians in the Gaza Strip faced impossible choices Sunday as thousands in the northern part of the enclave fled after an Israeli evacuation warning, while others remained at home or sheltered inside hospitals, either unable or too fearful to move.
Gaza residents face food and water shortages as they flee south
In Gaza, there were scant supplies of food, fuel, water and power and only intermittent phone and internet connections as critical infrastructure collapsed.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 16, 2023 at 11:19 AM
Palestinians in the Gaza Strip faced impossible choices Sunday as thousands in the northern part of the enclave fled after an Israeli evacuation warning, while others remained at home or sheltered inside hospitals, either unable or too fearful to move.
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Imagine being a server, putting down the check, and getting a $1,600 tip.
That's what happened to Roberto Rivas, a server at IHOP who was the latest beneficiary of the "$1000 Breakfast Club", where at least 10 participants each put 100 dollars and join together each week to make someone's day.
That's what happened to Roberto Rivas, a server at IHOP who was the latest beneficiary of the "$1000 Breakfast Club", where at least 10 participants each put 100 dollars and join together each week to make someone's day.
At breakfast, this group always leaves at least a $1,000 tip
“I want to start a group to go to breakfast, 10 of us, and we each bring $100 to tip the waiter,” Richard Brooks wrote on Facebook.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 13, 2023 at 6:52 PM
Imagine being a server, putting down the check, and getting a $1,600 tip.
That's what happened to Roberto Rivas, a server at IHOP who was the latest beneficiary of the "$1000 Breakfast Club", where at least 10 participants each put 100 dollars and join together each week to make someone's day.
That's what happened to Roberto Rivas, a server at IHOP who was the latest beneficiary of the "$1000 Breakfast Club", where at least 10 participants each put 100 dollars and join together each week to make someone's day.
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Israel issued a statement early Friday warning the population of northern Gaza to relocate to the southern half of the territory within 24 hours. The UN warned that relocating over a million people would lead to “devastating humanitarian consequences.” nyti.ms/45uG1OL
October 13, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Israel issued a statement early Friday warning the population of northern Gaza to relocate to the southern half of the territory within 24 hours. The UN warned that relocating over a million people would lead to “devastating humanitarian consequences.” nyti.ms/45uG1OL
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Braves (104 wins): out
Orioles (101): out
Dodgers (100): out
Rays (99): out
Brewers (92): out
Those were the five highest win totals in baseball this year.
Remaining: Texas (90), Houston (90), Philadelphia (90), Arizona (84)
Orioles (101): out
Dodgers (100): out
Rays (99): out
Brewers (92): out
Those were the five highest win totals in baseball this year.
Remaining: Texas (90), Houston (90), Philadelphia (90), Arizona (84)
October 13, 2023 at 3:19 AM
Braves (104 wins): out
Orioles (101): out
Dodgers (100): out
Rays (99): out
Brewers (92): out
Those were the five highest win totals in baseball this year.
Remaining: Texas (90), Houston (90), Philadelphia (90), Arizona (84)
Orioles (101): out
Dodgers (100): out
Rays (99): out
Brewers (92): out
Those were the five highest win totals in baseball this year.
Remaining: Texas (90), Houston (90), Philadelphia (90), Arizona (84)
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Updating the table from today's
@fangraphs.com piece on the Dodgers' elimination from the tournament... biggest upsets as defined by season win% differential have become more common with the expanded playoff fields blogs.fangraphs.com/dodgers-take...
@fangraphs.com piece on the Dodgers' elimination from the tournament... biggest upsets as defined by season win% differential have become more common with the expanded playoff fields blogs.fangraphs.com/dodgers-take...
October 13, 2023 at 3:28 AM
Updating the table from today's
@fangraphs.com piece on the Dodgers' elimination from the tournament... biggest upsets as defined by season win% differential have become more common with the expanded playoff fields blogs.fangraphs.com/dodgers-take...
@fangraphs.com piece on the Dodgers' elimination from the tournament... biggest upsets as defined by season win% differential have become more common with the expanded playoff fields blogs.fangraphs.com/dodgers-take...
@enosarris.bsky.social I can't believe you and Brit failed to mention the Dodgers losing to the cheating Red Sox and Astros in back-to-back World Series. If they win just one of those, their dynasty is very different. Also, Brit thinks 2020 doesn't count, but doesn't even mention the cheaters?!
October 13, 2023 at 12:37 PM
@enosarris.bsky.social I can't believe you and Brit failed to mention the Dodgers losing to the cheating Red Sox and Astros in back-to-back World Series. If they win just one of those, their dynasty is very different. Also, Brit thinks 2020 doesn't count, but doesn't even mention the cheaters?!
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PRIMAL SCREAMING WITH ALL MY FRIENDS: open.substack.com/pub/mollykni...
After Another Early Playoff Exit, Where Do the Dodgers Go from Here?
In a decade of tough October defeats, this one might be the worst.
open.substack.com
October 12, 2023 at 8:38 PM
PRIMAL SCREAMING WITH ALL MY FRIENDS: open.substack.com/pub/mollykni...
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So sorry to brag a little bit, but a piece I wrote made FanGraphs’ recommendations, and I’m just a little giddy about it.
October 11, 2023 at 8:10 PM
So sorry to brag a little bit, but a piece I wrote made FanGraphs’ recommendations, and I’m just a little giddy about it.
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The Rockies had some pretty excellent defensive performances this year, so I wrote about it.
Baseball
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/26/23...
Baseball
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/26/23...
Tuesday Rockpile: Three Colorado Rockies who should be Gold Glove finalists (or winners)
Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, September 26, 2023
www.purplerow.com
September 26, 2023 at 2:23 PM
The Rockies had some pretty excellent defensive performances this year, so I wrote about it.
Baseball
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/26/23...
Baseball
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/26/23...
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True, the 2023 Colorado Rockies have not been a good baseball team.
But I’m encouraged all the same.
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/19/23...
But I’m encouraged all the same.
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/19/23...
Tuesday Rockpile: 5 reasons to be optimistic about the Colorado Rockies
Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, September 19, 2023
www.purplerow.com
September 19, 2023 at 12:27 PM
True, the 2023 Colorado Rockies have not been a good baseball team.
But I’m encouraged all the same.
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/19/23...
But I’m encouraged all the same.
www.purplerow.com/2023/9/19/23...
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Photos on Thursday show the impact of the powerful rains that destroyed two dams in Libya over the weekend. More than 5,000 people are feared dead, and entire neighborhoods in the coastal city of Derna were carried out to sea, the local authorities said. nyti.ms/48jfgj1
September 14, 2023 at 8:35 PM
Photos on Thursday show the impact of the powerful rains that destroyed two dams in Libya over the weekend. More than 5,000 people are feared dead, and entire neighborhoods in the coastal city of Derna were carried out to sea, the local authorities said. nyti.ms/48jfgj1
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Idaho Created a $25 Million Fund to Fix Unsafe Schools. Why Is Nobody Using It?
About a decade ago, one school district went to the state for money to fix its crumbling buildings. It got a fraction of what it asked for. Since then, no other district has even applied.
About a decade ago, one school district went to the state for money to fix its crumbling buildings. It got a fraction of what it asked for. Since then, no other district has even applied.
Idaho Created a $25 Million Fund to Fix Unsafe Schools. Why Is Nobody Using It?
About a decade ago, one school district went to the state for money to fix its crumbling buildings. It got a fraction of what it asked for. Since then, no other district has even applied.
www.propublica.org
September 6, 2023 at 11:58 AM
Idaho Created a $25 Million Fund to Fix Unsafe Schools. Why Is Nobody Using It?
About a decade ago, one school district went to the state for money to fix its crumbling buildings. It got a fraction of what it asked for. Since then, no other district has even applied.
About a decade ago, one school district went to the state for money to fix its crumbling buildings. It got a fraction of what it asked for. Since then, no other district has even applied.
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There's a lot of talk about toxic fandom but I'm at the point where I couldn't give two hoots about that, so want to highlight the awesome creativity of fans instead!
Check out my chat with two cool creators and please share to boost positivity & love!
cavanscott.substack.com/p/the-incred...
Check out my chat with two cool creators and please share to boost positivity & love!
cavanscott.substack.com/p/the-incred...
The incredible creativity of Star Wars: The High Republic fans
One of the joys of being involved in Star Wars: The High Republic has been seeing the sheer creativity of fans. From fan art and custom toys to original soundtracks and awesome cosplay, I’m always w...
cavanscott.substack.com
August 29, 2023 at 11:05 AM
There's a lot of talk about toxic fandom but I'm at the point where I couldn't give two hoots about that, so want to highlight the awesome creativity of fans instead!
Check out my chat with two cool creators and please share to boost positivity & love!
cavanscott.substack.com/p/the-incred...
Check out my chat with two cool creators and please share to boost positivity & love!
cavanscott.substack.com/p/the-incred...
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On “The Price Is Right,” contestants summoned to the podiums were often screaming and hyperventilating — just fully freaking out. Bob Barker, the show’s longtime host, who died Saturday, was the still point in this delirious world, Alexis Soloski writes. nyti.ms/3OT533Q
August 28, 2023 at 5:29 PM
On “The Price Is Right,” contestants summoned to the podiums were often screaming and hyperventilating — just fully freaking out. Bob Barker, the show’s longtime host, who died Saturday, was the still point in this delirious world, Alexis Soloski writes. nyti.ms/3OT533Q
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EXCLUSIVE: The failed SpaceX launch left acres of damage that had US wildlife officials and biologists in disbelief, documents seen by Bloomberg show
SpaceX Blast Left Officials in Disbelief Over Environmental Damage
Fish and Wildlife Service biologists expressed frustrations in emails obtained by Bloomberg.
www.bloomberg.com
August 25, 2023 at 6:48 PM
EXCLUSIVE: The failed SpaceX launch left acres of damage that had US wildlife officials and biologists in disbelief, documents seen by Bloomberg show
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"We know that a disaffected assailant’s aim can be affected if the heat makes them too woozy, and that’s not a risk we’re willing to take."
Texas Cancels School Over Concerns Extreme Heat Not Safe Environment For Shootings
PLANO, TX—Citing faulty HVAC systems and temperatures over 100 degrees, Plano Independent School District in North Texas canceled classes Friday over concerns that the extreme heat made its campuse...
www.theonion.com
August 25, 2023 at 7:50 PM
"We know that a disaffected assailant’s aim can be affected if the heat makes them too woozy, and that’s not a risk we’re willing to take."
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Today's hanging sliders newsletter is free and covers Ohtani (of course) and Strasburg (of course) but also just how bad the Yankees have been and why the Blue Jays--despite their 70-58 record--are in danger of missing the postseason.
hangingsliders.substack.com/p/free-for-a...
hangingsliders.substack.com/p/free-for-a...
Free For All Friday #15
"Oh no no no no. I feel sick." -- me, after hearing about Shohei Ohtani's torn UCL.
hangingsliders.substack.com
August 25, 2023 at 8:09 PM
Today's hanging sliders newsletter is free and covers Ohtani (of course) and Strasburg (of course) but also just how bad the Yankees have been and why the Blue Jays--despite their 70-58 record--are in danger of missing the postseason.
hangingsliders.substack.com/p/free-for-a...
hangingsliders.substack.com/p/free-for-a...
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Had some thoughts about the Diamondbacks recent return to form.
(Confession: I really like this team.)
www.justbaseball.com/mlb/have-the...
(Confession: I really like this team.)
www.justbaseball.com/mlb/have-the...
Have the Diamondbacks Recovered From Their Second Half Skid?
The Arizona Diamondbacks were once in the driver's seat to make the playoffs. Now they are a underdog looking to grab the last Wild Card spot.
www.justbaseball.com
August 24, 2023 at 6:41 PM
Had some thoughts about the Diamondbacks recent return to form.
(Confession: I really like this team.)
www.justbaseball.com/mlb/have-the...
(Confession: I really like this team.)
www.justbaseball.com/mlb/have-the...