Lots of problems for Edinson Volquez last night. In addition to having his second button unfastened, he untucked, plus he had what reader David Sonny describes as “the biggest batting …
Month: April 2009
Drawings from a Paynter
A few weeks ago I got a package in the mail from reader Bruce Jaynes. Inside were copies of several dozen comics and illustrations, along with a cover note, which …
Washington and Hinckley: Never a Good Combination
Man, what does Majestic have against the Nationals? In the team’s latest uni snafu that can be traced back to the outfitter’s factory, Mike Hinckley’s 8 was upside-down last night …
Because I Pulled a Ken Willard Football Card Out of a Box of Corn Flakes When I Was Seven Years Old, That’s Why
The weirdest thing about the 49ers’ new uni set, which was unveiled on Saturday, is how little media coverage it’s gotten. Newspaper photos have been scarce, and even the team’s …
And It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue
By Phil Hecken, with Rick Pearson and Mike Engle OK. Today we’re onto the American League powder blue review. Lots to get to today. If you missed the senior circuit’s …
Strike Another Match, Go Start Anew
By Phil Hecken, with Rick Pearson and Mike Engle A couple of weeks ago, following my post on the 1979 All-Star Game in Seattle, there were remarks made about the …
Fortunately, Hernandez Didn’t Come Along for This Road Trip
Quite a few of you have been sending me notes saying, more or less, “What’s with all the attention to Josh Outman and Corey Wimberly? Where’s the love for Brendan …
Jags Unveil Crummy New Uni Set; Kids Cry
Before I talk about the Jaguars’ new uniforms, I want to take a sec to talk about their old ones. As I’ve said many times, I thought the Jags’ original …
Hat Trick
Several people have complained that the Patriots’ AFL throwbacks feature the Pat Patriot helmet instead of the team’s original helmet design, which used the old tri-corner hat logo. “If you’re …
Hasn’t This Poor City Suffered Enough?
As we all know, NFL uniform changes are usually in the pipeline for a year or so before they’re unveiled. And it’s been less than seven months since the Lions …
And You Just Know Powers Has Notebooks Full of Similar Stuff
[Editor’s Note: Jim Ransdell, editor of the excellent Sports Design Blog has found some good stuff lurking in his childhood notebooks. Enjoy. — PL] By Jim Ransdell In 1985, when …
They Even Trademarked Landry’s Hat Patch
By Phil Hecken, with Mike Styczen A couple of weeks ago, in the comments, reader “Mike2” (Mike Styczen) mentioned “TESS,” which is an acronym for “Trademark Electronic Search Service.” Not …
Natinal Joke
Paul here. Phil had something special planned for today, but it’ll have to wait, because there was a uni snafu for the ages last night in DC. Actually, it was …
He Shoots, He Score(board)s!: Uni Watch DIY Project
[Editor’s Note: Today’s post is guest-written by Idaho State media rep Frank Mercogliano, who recently took on a major DIY project. Enjoy. — PL] By Frank Mercogliano Along with my …
Mets Hold Long-Overdue Ron Hodges Tribute Night
As I think you all know by now, yesterday was a very important day — a day marked by stirring tributes around the nation, as people paused to reflect upon …