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Joy in Mudville · 05-09-2008, 07:22 AM

In real-life baseball a new force emerged in the Bronx back in 1973. His name was George Steinbrenner. Could it be coincidence that the New York Yankees will be under new management for the '73 Joy in MUdville season?

With Tim L.'s brother Todd has bowing out of the JIM, a young, vibrant force is taking his place. His name is Brandon N. He will run both the Yankees and the San Francisco Giants.

The Yankees are coming off a 105-win season in which they finished second to the World Series-bound Baltimore Orioles. New York features one of the top pitching staffs in the game.

Meanwhile, the Giants struggled to finish fifth in the National League West. While San Francisco possesses some aging stars, it also holds the No. 6 overall pick in the June amateur draft.

Meet Brandon N:

Name: Brandon N.

Favorite Team: Chicago Cubs

Favorite Players: Mark Grace, Andre Dawson, Billy Petrick

Best Game I ever attended: While playing baseball in college, I was apart of an 18 inning, 1-0 ballgame. After multiple chances, the Lewis Flyers finally were victorious in the bottom of the 18th inning. This was my first collegiate start; therefore I was taken out for a pinch hitter in the 10th inning. The best game I ever witnessed was Kerry
Wood’s 20-strikeout game. I came home from school to see the back end of what turned out to be amazing. The Astros did not have much of a chance that day. Nice play, Kevin Orie.

Best baseball movie: Major League

Best baseball book: What are books?

Drink that best describes my team: New Coke (from the 80’s ad campaign)these are not the Cubbies of old….this team is, hopefully, on a mission to rectify many years of losing. Editor's Note: Wasn't New Coke a flop?

Wish for my team: A leadoff man that can get on base, steal a bit, and not try to hit home runs. We might as well have signed Willie Mays Hayes from Major League 2.

Another quirky tidbit or fact you would like to share: One of my best friends from high school is the Cubs reliever, now minor leaguer, Billy Petrick. It was a great experience playing in front of a dozen pro scouts every time he took the mound. Hearing stories about big league players and coaches is also pretty fun to hear.

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Joy in Mudville All Star Starter Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,498	New GM Takes Over Yankees, Giants In real-life baseball a new force emerged in the Bronx back in 1973. His name was George Steinbrenner. Could it be coincidence that the New York Yankees will be under new management for the '73 Joy in MUdville season? With Tim L.'s brother Todd has bowing out of the JIM, a young, vibrant force is taking his place. His name is Brandon N. He will run both the Yankees and the San Francisco Giants. The Yankees are coming off a 105-win season in which they finished second to the World Series-bound Baltimore Orioles. New York features one of the top pitching staffs in the game. Meanwhile, the Giants struggled to finish fifth in the National League West. While San Francisco possesses some aging stars, it also holds the No. 6 overall pick in the June amateur draft. Meet Brandon N: Name: Brandon N. Favorite Team: Chicago Cubs Favorite Players: Mark Grace, Andre Dawson, Billy Petrick Best Game I ever attended: While playing baseball in college, I was apart of an 18 inning, 1-0 ballgame. After multiple chances, the Lewis Flyers finally were victorious in the bottom of the 18th inning. This was my first collegiate start; therefore I was taken out for a pinch hitter in the 10th inning. The best game I ever witnessed was Kerry Wood’s 20-strikeout game. I came home from school to see the back end of what turned out to be amazing. The Astros did not have much of a chance that day. Nice play, Kevin Orie. Best baseball movie: Major League Best baseball book: What are books? Drink that best describes my team: New Coke (from the 80’s ad campaign)these are not the Cubbies of old….this team is, hopefully, on a mission to rectify many years of losing. Editor's Note: Wasn't New Coke a flop? Wish for my team: A leadoff man that can get on base, steal a bit, and not try to hit home runs. We might as well have signed Willie Mays Hayes from Major League 2. Another quirky tidbit or fact you would like to share: One of my best friends from high school is the Cubs reliever, now minor leaguer, Billy Petrick. It was a great experience playing in front of a dozen pro scouts every time he took the mound. Hearing stories about big league players and coaches is also pretty fun to hear. Attached Images Last edited by Joy in Mudville : 05-10-2008 at 11:17 AM.