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    David Ortiz, Elder Batsman

      This is the real argument against him.  Ortiz, like all professional DH have had an unnaturally extended career handed to them by the very nature of their position.  Given his physique and injury history, do you really think Ortiz would still be playing pro ball at age 38 if the league didn't...
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    HR and Verducci are out at FOX, Smoltz is in.

      Heck, they could even recreate it with stadium audio tracks and in-studio special effects.  Check out this wonderful segment from the 10/19 broadcast of Only A Game.  
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    HR and Verducci are out at FOX, Smoltz is in.

    I'd rather listen to Scully and Garagiola (currently, 85 and 87, respectively) than Buck and Reynolds.  Gawd!   I think Eck would have been a better choice: he is passionate about the sport, a HoF member, smarter than most broadcasters regarding in-game happenings, and has the kind of exuberance...
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    The Picture/Video Thread

      The ump calling him safe with generous, if not asked for, assistance from three Red Sox, is a stunning split second moment to capture in a photo. It reminds you: it's a game, a child's game played by adults, and this team played with a boyish glee that I don't ever remember seeing in any...
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