The Tribe Goes Longball
by scott longert on 03/23/15
A nice win tonight versus the Kansas City Royals, 4-3. A two run homer by Michael Brantley and another two run shot by Jason Kipnis made the difference.
Michael Brantley has been leading the team for the first nineteen games, now some others need to step up.
Speaking of home runs, Elmer Smith blasted three grand slams in 1920. The last was in game five of the World Series. The series was tied at two games apiece when Smith launched his shot over the forty-eight foot wall in right field. It gave the Indians a 4-0 lead over Brooklyn. This was a huge momentum swing which helped bring home the Indians very first World Series title. What a day to be in the grandstand at League Park!
An Important Series
by scott longert on 03/23/15
The Indians and Tigers will face each other in a series that will shed some light on the Indians chances this year.
Of course it is early, but the Tribe needs to win a couple here. It is a long season but wins now, especially against Detroit are really needed. Let's hope the return of Michael Bourne will jump start the offense. We need some big hits from the heart of the order.
Welcome to the Bog
by scott longert on 03/23/15
Hi Baseball Fans!
This is my new blog. I intend to post regularly about the 1920 Indians as well as the current team. I will have brief bios of players, anecdotes and my thought about Indians baseball from the 1860's through 2014. Please check back often!
_Scott
