Dunkirk NY – Baseball’s spring training begins today, as pitchers and catchers report to almost every MLB training camp. For me, it’s the earliest harbinger of spring, and the most welcome one. My passion for baseball remains as one of the few things that has been constant throughout my lifetime, and as such I have a fierce devotion to it.
Since the days of Mantle and Maris chasing the Babe’s home run record, I have been a fan of baseball and of my hometown club, the NY Yankees. This year they look stacked, with a strong lineup, a deep bench, a talented farm system, and quality pitching. I think the pitching is probably the weak link, but we shall see how far it all takes us. Hope is the key ingredient for a successful spring training. Continue reading →