Monthly Archives: July 2013

Senators Roll Call: 7/31

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

• Rascal needs votes to defeat the Crazy Hot Dog Vendor, Louie, C. Wolf, and all the other mascots of the Eastern League in this year’s MiLB Mascot Mania. • The first inkling of Harrisburg’s 2014 schedule has trickled out … Continue reading →

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A Lack of Approach

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

Don’t be fooled by the Nationals’ 14-run, 18-hit victory on Sunday over the Mets. One week after firing hitting coach Rick Eckstein and promoting Rick Schu to the position, it may appear that their offensive woes are in the rearview … Continue reading →

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Name That Tune (Update)

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

A month and a half ago, we posted the Senators’ walk-up music and we thought it was time for an update. Check out the original list, since what follows is just any changes, additions, or ones we didn’t have the … Continue reading →

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Nicknames

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

“Nicknames stick to people, and the most ridiculous are the most adhesive” – Thomas C. Haliburton As long as baseball has been played, nicknames have had a prominent place throughout the game’s storied history. Colorful and memorable monikers are often … Continue reading →

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July 18 – July 21 Homestand: Akron Aeros

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

Thursday 7PM Nate Karns (6-3, 3.45) vs. RH Paolo Espino (2-2, 4.47) Thirsty Thursday – $2 beer on the boardwalk Fireworks Friday 7PM Rob Gilliam (3-3, 4.41) vs. RH Toru Murata (3-5, 4.21) Star Wars Night Community Aid Clothes Drive … Continue reading →

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A Day in the Life of Jimmy VanOstrand

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

9:30 AM Jimmy VanOstrand is awakened from a deep slumber. Most 28-year-old men don’t need to set an alarm to get up on a Saturday, but for VanOstrand it’s a necessary evil of life in the minor leagues. The previous … Continue reading →

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Senators Roll Call: 7/17

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

• On Monday evening, Bryce Harper (’11) finished second in the Home Run Derby to Oakland’s Yoenis Cespedes. Harper had his dad, Ron, throw to him as he blasted eight home runs in each round to fall just short of … Continue reading →

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How Well Do You Know the 2013 Senators?

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

Playing around on Baseball Reference yesterday, I came across some interesting facts about this year’s team. Let’s see how you do with 15 questions. Answers will be posted in the comments. What Senator batter… 1. Leads the team in walks? … Continue reading →

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Game Notes & Quotes – 7/15

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

Senators 3, Rock Cats 2 (10) Striding to the plate as the leadoff batter in the bottom of the tenth, Jimmy VanOstrand had the scouting report for New Britain reliever Matt Hauser in the forefront of his mind. He knew … Continue reading →

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July 15 – July 17 Homestand: New Britain Rock Cats

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Mick Reinhard

Monday 7PM Blake Treinen (6-7, 3.84) vs. RH Trevor May (6-5, 3.98) Stephen Strasburg Mini-Bobblehead Giveaway to first 1,000 fans The Principal Financial Group Financial Dreams Tour Military Monday – All active and retired military personnel receive 1/2 off all … Continue reading →

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