Gents:
Everyone contributed to yesterday's win making it a nice team victory. Every player is pulling hard for his teammate and helps us score runs and makes plays. That mix is a winning formula and this is a fun team to play with . I hope you are all enjoying it as much as I am.
You can see the role defense and pitching plays in this league. Our opponents struggles in both arenas gave us ample opportunity to score. As we are hitting the ball well the runs are coming. Aggressive base running helps as well as we take the offensive in these games and force them to make plays.
We have done a terrific job in the field and so far not allowed on base runner to advance on a steal or wild pitch. Pitchers throwing strikes keeps off additional runners and does not add pressure to the defense. The formula to win in this league is to throw strikes, make every play in the field and put pressure on their defense with the bat and legs. We are doing exactly that thus far and should continue to do so.
Great Job!
Next Week
We have a single 9 inning game vs. Bridgeport and their field at Seaside Heights. the field direction can be found here for those of you who like Google maps:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=&saddr=&daddr=41.161274,-73.197731&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=17&sll=41.161104,-73.197967&sspn=0.004822,0.00912&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=17
for those of you who like prefer written directions:
to the left onto Admiral St. follow to Iranistan Ave. Go right on Iranistan Ave follow to Atlantic Street. Take a right on Atlantic St. The field and the parking lot will be on the left.h: 95 to exit 26 (
Attendees:
we have a lot of guys out this week so we need everyone else to show and play well
out this week:
Dave Moriarty
Bob Ryan
Chuck Menke
John Liz
Alex Miranda
John Radkins ( 30 day DL)
Jeff M ( coachcing kids) jeff has not been with us yet as he is tied up with coaching but he will be around 2nd half of season
We have plenty of guys on the roster and prefer not to add any more so we can balance playing time and get evey one involved.
we do need to know in advance if you are out and we need to ensure your "partner" in the position are there in your absense.
As an added bonus this week we have Charley returning to make his 2009 debut. I can assure you he will enjoy playing with all our new players
if we have another very hot day Jose can offer some support for a couple innings behind the plate.Let's welcome Charlie to the new Wilton Red Sox!
By the way the new hats are Charlie's design! He has quite a few skills in the design arena and can also hit!
Scouting Report
The Bridgeport team has alternately had weak teams and strong teams depending on the roster. They have started slowly but are adding players now that the season has begun. I can't predict what they wil have on the field but if we play to our ability we should be in good shape. But baseball is a funny game and we should approach this with confidence but focus to play well and get ahead.
Looking ahead to next game
Our subsequent game will be Saturday May 9th at Wilton V JV field vs Monroe Top Hats at 9 am.
( note the Saturday date is an acknowledgement of Mother's Day being on Sunday the 10th)
This shapes up to be a terrific game as this is a very substantial opponent . This team for many years has been successful and earning records like 17-3, and 18-2 . The are solid compeitors and respect the game and give it their best. Their closer Rob Lombardo probably is the league hardest thrower
Just the fact they have a guy designated as a closer tells you something.
They are far better than either team we have faced and won't give us anything. We wil have to earn the game
They will play 9 solid players on the field and have good pitching. They run and make all the plays and hit the ball. We will need to be at our best.But like me I am sure you all like games with a hi level of intensity where every pitch seems to have the outcome of the game on the line and each base advanced is precious.
This is a game to look forward to playing.
I am out this week and wil be down in Baltimore ( Friday) and Philly ( sat and Sun) watching my son finish his college baseball career in his conference playoffs. These are the Centennial Conference playoffs of which his school, Franklin and Marshall is a member). I wil aslo do some scouting to see if there are any players we can grab in 6 years!
I won't be able to organize a practice this week btu we should practice next week before we play Monroe.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Field Directions to Sunday game vs Marlins @ Veteran Mem Park at 90 Acres Park
Take Merrit, exit 47, at the end of ramp, turn left on Park Ave. At first light (old town road and Park Ave.) turn left. (Sacred Heart will be in front of you to the right at the light). Follow Old town road to the next light, take right onto Madison Ave., follow Madison approximately ¾ to 1 mile., field will be on your right near the library.
Veterans Memorial field at 90 Acres Park.
9am game single 9 inning game
Veterans Memorial field at 90 Acres Park.
9am game single 9 inning game
Monday, April 20, 2009
Great Win : On to the Next One..
Gents:
We should all be pretty happy with our efforts yesterday. We played well in all facets of the game and you could see we were playing with confidence . Kudos all around as everyone contributed . The defense was terrific making every play and Alex shut their running game down to nothing. Mike gave us a terrific start getting us comfortably ahead, including getting a big K when it counted and rapping the ball all day. Johnny Liz is going to show the league what a great leadoff hitter can do and ripped three hits to start his season. Tim was an inspired DH choice and also rapped out three hits with a couple ribby's.Chuck gave us the first head first slide with his big steal of second to help us set the pace of being aggressive and grabbing several balls in the outfield ( as a pitcher I can assure you it is nice feeling to have the ball up in the air knowing it is going to get caught ) . Bobby U had a terrific day knocking in three runs and turning a DP with Travis in his guest appearance at second. Like I said, I could mention every guy on the team here as each of us did something to help us win.
Upcoming Game
Sunday April Sunday April 26 9 am Single game vs. Fairfield Marlins
I have not been notified yet as to where this game is to be played. Previously, the Marlins played at Kiwanis Park but it seems they have lost privileges there and will have another location. As soon as they tell me I will tell you and offer directions to the field.
Slide to Avoid Rule
When Shawn was barreling toward home yesterday it dawned on me that I neglected to share the league "slide to avoid" rule. I know their catcher was bemoaning his fate as he perceived his life would soon come to an abrupt end had Shawn continued towards home with malice. Anyway, Shawn showed compassion and good judgment so we did not have any injuries. The catcher however reportedly has moved to Montana., But the rule is simply one must slide to avoid a tag. there is no barreling into the catcher or infielder to jar the ball loose or make a statement. We all have to work the next day so we want to be able to get up and do so. The penalty for this is , if deemed one is not sliding to avoid, is the runner is out and suspended for a game. and they have to attend the game in person and watch. This is a "gentlemen's league" and we need to respect that rule for everyone's sake. Thank you.
Practice
On Wednesday the HS plays at 4:15pm . They tend to be done by 6:15pm or so. let's try to meet at 630 and get a little work in for an hour before it gets too dark. Jim wants to throw to live hitters and we can take some BP in the age . I realize a portion of the team is too far away and hope they can find a way to get some work in during the week.
Additionally, the Stamford Phillies will be practicing at Stamford HS at 630 and if that is more convenient ( perhaps for Shawn) we are invited to that practice as well. I have also extended to the Phillies ( they have a couple players from Redding so they might drop by) they can join us. The teams have guys all over and thus it is virtually impossible to get a full team practice during the week and the fellowship of the league is such that everyone is welcome at each other's practice ( well for some teams but universally-basically the teams I am friends with l)
Upcoming game attendance
We can run plan these games more readily if we are aware of everyone's attendance plans. As such we ask you let us know if you are not going to be there so we can ensure the complementary players are available. for example, I plan to be out the May 3rd and May 17th games ( my son's baseball playoffs and then his college graduation) but the pitchers know and will be there. There is plenty of playing time for everyone and we plan to run the games like you witnessed yesterday.
We prefer to handle this by assuming you will be at the game unless you otherwise tell us: This method makes it simple for all of us and we ask for your support in this approach .
April 26th : Shawn is out and we have 1b covered in his base. Charlie is likely out and Alex is there to catch with Jose as back up insurance
anybody else?
May 3rd: Out: Dave M, Alex, John Liz
Charlie will be back May 3rd to handle the catching
Jim, Mike, and Tim will be able to handle the pitching
Danny and Chuck can handle CF
Bonus feature:
(Kindly indulge me this moment of parental pride)
Shea HR: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpCpuJHTSBA
In case you have a minute to see my son Shea jack an HR take a peek. it came against Haverford and in the small world category Travis coached a kid who plays for that team!
I continue to tell Shea he would not hit the ball like that against me!
League Website
http://www.ctnationalmsbl.com/
The league has a website which maintains scores, standings, videos and other relevant information about the league.
Congratulations for our first win
let's go get some more
Cheers,
Dave
We should all be pretty happy with our efforts yesterday. We played well in all facets of the game and you could see we were playing with confidence . Kudos all around as everyone contributed . The defense was terrific making every play and Alex shut their running game down to nothing. Mike gave us a terrific start getting us comfortably ahead, including getting a big K when it counted and rapping the ball all day. Johnny Liz is going to show the league what a great leadoff hitter can do and ripped three hits to start his season. Tim was an inspired DH choice and also rapped out three hits with a couple ribby's.Chuck gave us the first head first slide with his big steal of second to help us set the pace of being aggressive and grabbing several balls in the outfield ( as a pitcher I can assure you it is nice feeling to have the ball up in the air knowing it is going to get caught ) . Bobby U had a terrific day knocking in three runs and turning a DP with Travis in his guest appearance at second. Like I said, I could mention every guy on the team here as each of us did something to help us win.
Upcoming Game
Sunday April Sunday April 26 9 am Single game vs. Fairfield Marlins
I have not been notified yet as to where this game is to be played. Previously, the Marlins played at Kiwanis Park but it seems they have lost privileges there and will have another location. As soon as they tell me I will tell you and offer directions to the field.
Slide to Avoid Rule
When Shawn was barreling toward home yesterday it dawned on me that I neglected to share the league "slide to avoid" rule. I know their catcher was bemoaning his fate as he perceived his life would soon come to an abrupt end had Shawn continued towards home with malice. Anyway, Shawn showed compassion and good judgment so we did not have any injuries. The catcher however reportedly has moved to Montana., But the rule is simply one must slide to avoid a tag. there is no barreling into the catcher or infielder to jar the ball loose or make a statement. We all have to work the next day so we want to be able to get up and do so. The penalty for this is , if deemed one is not sliding to avoid, is the runner is out and suspended for a game. and they have to attend the game in person and watch. This is a "gentlemen's league" and we need to respect that rule for everyone's sake. Thank you.
Practice
On Wednesday the HS plays at 4:15pm . They tend to be done by 6:15pm or so. let's try to meet at 630 and get a little work in for an hour before it gets too dark. Jim wants to throw to live hitters and we can take some BP in the age . I realize a portion of the team is too far away and hope they can find a way to get some work in during the week.
Additionally, the Stamford Phillies will be practicing at Stamford HS at 630 and if that is more convenient ( perhaps for Shawn) we are invited to that practice as well. I have also extended to the Phillies ( they have a couple players from Redding so they might drop by) they can join us. The teams have guys all over and thus it is virtually impossible to get a full team practice during the week and the fellowship of the league is such that everyone is welcome at each other's practice ( well for some teams but universally-basically the teams I am friends with l)
Upcoming game attendance
We can run plan these games more readily if we are aware of everyone's attendance plans. As such we ask you let us know if you are not going to be there so we can ensure the complementary players are available. for example, I plan to be out the May 3rd and May 17th games ( my son's baseball playoffs and then his college graduation) but the pitchers know and will be there. There is plenty of playing time for everyone and we plan to run the games like you witnessed yesterday.
We prefer to handle this by assuming you will be at the game unless you otherwise tell us: This method makes it simple for all of us and we ask for your support in this approach .
April 26th : Shawn is out and we have 1b covered in his base. Charlie is likely out and Alex is there to catch with Jose as back up insurance
anybody else?
May 3rd: Out: Dave M, Alex, John Liz
Charlie will be back May 3rd to handle the catching
Jim, Mike, and Tim will be able to handle the pitching
Danny and Chuck can handle CF
Bonus feature:
(Kindly indulge me this moment of parental pride)
Shea HR: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpCpuJHTSBA
In case you have a minute to see my son Shea jack an HR take a peek. it came against Haverford and in the small world category Travis coached a kid who plays for that team!
I continue to tell Shea he would not hit the ball like that against me!
League Website
http://www.ctnationalmsbl.com/
The league has a website which maintains scores, standings, videos and other relevant information about the league.
Congratulations for our first win
let's go get some more
Cheers,
Dave
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Monday, April 13, 2009
Opening Day sunday April 19th 9 am start
Gents:
We have our opening day at New Canaan starting at 9 am this sunday April 19th . Directions noted below but if you have not been there previously give your self a couple extra minutes to find the field.
New Canaan is always a very good team having played in the championships series the past two season and for many years prior winning the whole thing. They have some very good players and will require our best efforts.
That said, I am very excited about out team and am eager to get started.
I would ask you try to get there at 8 am so you can have ample time to warm up and hopefully get some infield and outfield in before the game.
They have a batting cage beyond the OF and some may want to get a few swings in prior to the game.
This will be a single 9 inning game.
John Liz (CF) will be leading off for us to start the season followed by Roneil ( 2nd base). Hopefully they get us on the baord right away.
Mead Park Directions: Take Merritt Parkwayto exit 37. Upon exit take rt 124 North towards New Canaan. Go about 1.7 miles and turn left on Mead Street. Go 1/10 of a mile to end of mead street and take left on park Street. Mead park entrance is on your right. Mead park filed is directly on yoru left as you enter the park.
See you Sunday
Dave and Jim
We have our opening day at New Canaan starting at 9 am this sunday April 19th . Directions noted below but if you have not been there previously give your self a couple extra minutes to find the field.
New Canaan is always a very good team having played in the championships series the past two season and for many years prior winning the whole thing. They have some very good players and will require our best efforts.
That said, I am very excited about out team and am eager to get started.
I would ask you try to get there at 8 am so you can have ample time to warm up and hopefully get some infield and outfield in before the game.
They have a batting cage beyond the OF and some may want to get a few swings in prior to the game.
This will be a single 9 inning game.
John Liz (CF) will be leading off for us to start the season followed by Roneil ( 2nd base). Hopefully they get us on the baord right away.
Mead Park Directions: Take Merritt Parkwayto exit 37. Upon exit take rt 124 North towards New Canaan. Go about 1.7 miles and turn left on Mead Street. Go 1/10 of a mile to end of mead street and take left on park Street. Mead park entrance is on your right. Mead park filed is directly on yoru left as you enter the park.
See you Sunday
Dave and Jim
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