Toronto Blue Jays
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Fans of the Jays all share great memories of "OK Blue Jays (Let's Play Ball)". I stream that song on this page and every once in a while someone leaves a comment about the great memories that song conjures up and the chills it induces. Without exception, those comments have
Players I wish had played for my Jays George BrettLarry WalkerKirby PuckettWade BoggsOzzie Smith
On the fifteenth anniversary of our first World Series title, I'm feeling awfully nostalgic. I just shared the story of how I spent that night, and now it's time to share some audio and video from a historic night in Toronto baseball history. First, we must never forget the call
I can't believe it's been fifteen years. I also can't believe I've written 6678 entries but I've never written about that October 24, 1992 night... until now. I prayed at the alter of Blue Jays baseball. I watched or listened to every game, I celebrated the first pennant in 1985
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. We did the turkey thing yesterday, so today is all about catching up on some work, enjoying the warm weather and thinking about Roberto Alomar. That's right, every Thanksgiving my mind turns to #12 and how he gave us all the best Thanksgiving Day ever in 1992
In 1993, fourteen years ago, Joe Carter touched 'em all. It was our second World Series championship in a row and the Philadelphia Phillies were our victims. For fourteen years neither the Phillies or Blue Jays could get back to the post season. Today, the Philadelphia Phillies completed an historic
Yes, I realize this is my third sports-related entry in a row, but whatcha gonna do? It's all about me, remember? I officially despise the new Blue Jays logo. My brother gave me a gift card for the official Blue Jays store and I've yet to use it because every
It's ok Leafs fans. Don't worry about last night. Don't worry about Vesa Toskala or the fact we got blown out by the Sabres. You see, I've been around, and I learnt something from the Grapefruit League that applies to our current Leafs woes. Pre-season doesn't mean a thing. Back
I never liked Troy Glaus as a Blue Jay. It's not that I don't like Troy Glaus, it's that I loved Orlando Hudson at 2nd for the Jays. Orlando Hudson was the best 2nd baseman to play in this city since Roberto Alomar and I hated giving him up for
At this time of year I always get nostalgic for the days when Blue Jays baseball in late August actually meant something. There's an entire generation of ball fans growing up in this city who barely recall playoff baseball in Toronto. That's so sad. When I get nostalgic about pennant
All baseball fans are aware by now of what happened last night in Baltimore. The Texas Rangers put 30 runs on the board to win 30-3. It's been 110 years since a team scored 30 runs in a single game. Blue Jays fans are likely wondering what our team record
About a year ago I asked you good people for an MP3 of the Toronto Blue Jays' official song, "OK Blue Jays (Let's Play Ball!)". Hours later I had it, and I meant to share it with everyone but somehow forgot. Listening to today's Jays game against the Orioles I
Off the top of my head, I can name several athletes that have had at least two tours of duty with a Toronto-based sports franchise. In recent years, Doug Gilmour and Tie Domi came back to play for the Leafs, as did Mike Palmateer, Steve Thomas and Travis Green. Wendel
I see the San Diego Padres have cut David Wells. That might be the end of the road for Boomer. He's a Blue Jays draft pick from 1982 who had a couple of tours of duty here in Toronto. I was a fan and I'll always remember the night we
Loyal reader Stephanie is at the Jays game this afternoon in Minnesota. She just sent this message from her Blackberry. Just saw frank hit #500!!!!4-0. Top of firstGo Jays Go!!!Frank Thomas becomes the 21st major leaguer to reach this milestone and the first player to do it wearing
Dustin McGowan pitching a no-hitter into the ninth yesterday reminded me of the final regular season game of the season, September 27, 1998. I was sitting in aisle 120, row 20, seat 4, and the Jays were facing the Detroit Tigers. A young Roy Halladay was on the mound and
I had a pretty good time sharing "Jays To The Top", a Humble Howard song from a Blue Jays compilation that might just be the worst song in the history of the world. That same Blue Jays album contains a song from Freddie P, starting in the guise of Mr.
The Toronto Star has a nice little write up about the Blue Jays milestone we hit Wednesday night. When right-handed reliever Brian Wolfe debuted in the ninth inning against the Yankees, he became the 500th player to get into at least one major-league game in a Blue Jays suit. Here
I don't care if A-Rod comes to Toronto and cavorts around with a buxom blonde while his wife and kid are home in New York. That's his business, not mine. Alex Rodriguez gets a free pass from Toronto Mike on that count, but what he did last night really boils
I know I covered this topic earlier today, but here's video of Aaron Hill stealing home last night. I like this video because the call ain't in English.
Exactly one week ago today I asked a simple question. Where Have You Gone, Dave Collins?. I was missing small ball, the days when players actually stole bases and didn't just play for the three run homer. In the seventh inning last night, with the Jays and Yanks tied, Aaron
We're living in the age of the three run homer. Fans love it, but I miss small ball. In particular, I miss the stolen base. I grew up watching Ricky Henderson steal over a hundred bases a season. Speedsters like Vince Coleman mastered the art of thievery, put pitchers off
On Friday night, I heard "Jays To The Top" for the first time. This was a song that appeared on the new and improved Blue Jays compilation that was released in 1991. "Jays To The Top" was performed by my buddy Humble Howard Glassman back when he was at CFNY.
Sal Fasano is 35, has a lifetime batting average of .222 and one helluva cool moustache. The Blue Jays catcher also has fans who are trying to get him written in as an all-star this season. You may recall the campaign to make Rory Fitzpatrick an NHL all-star last year.
Did you see that sign the Phillies fan held at the Jays game last night? It read "Joe Carter Ruined My Childhood". I caught it last night during the game highlights but I've yet to find a picture of it online. If you find it, let me know. It's funny,
