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Jeremy Affeldt Returns Extra Pay, A True Roll Model

Kelly West — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:09:33 +0000

Finally, Professional athlete that we can all look up too. Especially our kiddos and we could all learn in this. However, $500,000.00 extra bucks for someone like me would be an amazing up grade. For Jeremy Affeldt, it is a drop in the bucket for as much as he make pitching for the San Fransisco [...]

Ironic Barry Bonds Autographed Baseball Card Being Auctioned

Todd Lyons — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:25:39 +0000

In a comical and ironic twist, a 1987 Donruss baseball card of notorious steroid abuser Barry Bonds has surfaced and is being auctioned off on E-bay for $100,000.

What makes this card have such perceived value? Probably because of the inscription Bonds scrawled above his John Hancock.

Top 10 Baseball Parks For Craft Brew

Todd Lyons — Sun, 05 May 2013 23:45:42 +0000

If you are tired of going to the ballgame only to be gouged a high price for cheap beer, then this list is for you. The folks at www.TheDailyMeal.com have rated the 10 best cities to get good beer at a major league park. Seattle, home of the Mariners Safeco Field, which thrives in the [...]

Mariners Fan Catches Foul Ball In His Beer Cup

Todd Lyons — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:19:49 +0000

In last night's debacle at SafeCo Field, where the Mariners dropped their second consecutive game to the Houston Lastros.

The one highlight for the local nine didn't even occur on the field but, rather, at the hand (and cup!) of a fan who made what is arguably the greatest foul ball catch ever. His post-souvenir celebration may have actually trumped the catch itself!

Watch and learn from what is clearly a baseball fan ninja!

Opening Day of Baseball at the Lyons House

Todd Lyons — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:26:31 +0000

Monday night marked the return of Major League Baseball for another year. At my house we refer to it as “New Year’s Day” and celebrate almost as fervently as we do on December 31st of each year. This year was no different. My son, Drew, who is now eight years-old and is a HUGE Mariners [...]

Mariners Unveil New Commercials for 2013

Todd Lyons — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:06:35 +0000

While the Mariners have pulled up the rear in the standings more often than not over the last decade, one area where the M's always excel is in their annual batch of promotional commercials. In fact, they are consistently voted tops in the big leagues by fans across the country.

My all-time favorite is probably the spot featuring Edgar Martinez and "The Clapper" or the King's (Felix Hernandez) alter-ego "Larry Bernandez".

Pasco Native Jeremy Bonderman to Start for Mariners Today

Todd Lyons — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:22:19 +0000

Pasco, Washington native Jeremy Bonderman gets the start for the Seattle Mariners today when the M’s (2-1) take on A.L. West favorite Los Angeles Angels (0-3) in Cactus League play. The Mariners take a 2-1 record into the game against the winless Halos at the Peoria Sports Complex. The Mariners signed the former flame-thrower during [...]

Mariners, Felix Hernandez Agree to Seven Year Contract Extension

Todd Lyons — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:51:08 +0000

Reports are coming in that seem to confirm that Seattle Mariners ace right-handed pitcher Felix Hernandez is about to become the highest paid hurler in professional baseball history. The USA Today’s Bob Nightengale says that the Mariners and ‘King Felix’ are going to finalize a seven-year $175 million contract before Spring Training begins next week. [...]

Ken Griffey Jr. to be Inducted Into Mariners Hall of Fame

Todd Lyons — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:42:05 +0000

Easily the face of the Seattle Mariners franchise during their 35-plus year history and one of the greatest all-around players of his generation, “The Kid” is scheduled to be inducted into the Seattle Mariners Hall Of Fame. The ceremony is slated for Saturday, August 10th, 2013 when the Mariners take on the (former Seattle Pilots) [...]

Josh Hamilton To Angels

Todd Lyons — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 21:03:09 +0000

Troubled free agent all-star outfielder Josh Hamilton is switching teams but staying in the same division. The 32 year-old has reportedly come to an agreement with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The terms are five years for $125 million as he exits A.L. West rival Texas Rangers. Another A.L. West team, the Seattle Mariners, [...]

Moses Lake Marine Throws First Pitch In World Series

Todd Lyons — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 18:00:17 +0000

Nick Kimmel, a 22-year-old Marine from Moses Lake and triple amputee (due to injuries he sustained last December while serving in Afghanistan after stepping on an I.E.D.), was honored before Thursday night's game two of the 2012 World Series in San Francisco.

Major League Baseball Mulling Realignment

John Riggs — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 19:28:22 +0000

What’s old could become new again for Major League Baseball. Sources say Major League Baseball and the players’ association have talked about realigning both the National League and the American League. Under the proposed plan, each league would scrap the current divisions, choosing instead to have two 15 league teams. Presently, the American League features [...]