Jacob OglesFebruary 17, 2019
4min867
Pitchers and catchers reported for spring training over last week.
Tag: Atlanta Braves
Jacob OglesFebruary 17, 2019
Mitch PerryJanuary 24, 2017
5min234
More details have emerged in the negotiations between the Atlanta Braves and Sarasota County, which could lead to the creation of a new spring training facility and year round academy by in the county by 2019. “We’re hopeful that we come to a conclusion that benefits both parties, that is creative and beneficial, that is […]
Mitch PerryMay 29, 2015
6min198
The St. Peteresburg City Council huddled for more than hours Thursday to settle … absolutely nothing regarding the impasse with the Tampa Bay Rays and the stadium situation. For a blow-by-blow account, check out my colleague Janelle Irwin’s account. While the Rays and the Council battle against each other, I’m going to take a look […]
Guest AuthorMay 5, 20158min244
The 2015 Major League Baseball Racial and Gender Report Card recently released by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport shows the league had an A on the issue of racial hiring practices, a C/C+ for gender hiring practices and an overall grade of B. Are we playing fair when it comes to sports? Does […]
Mitch PerryMarch 26, 2015
6min202
With a Republican governor and overwhelmingly GOP-led Legislature, Florida is being well served by its legislators in Tallahassee, right? Not exactly. A new Public Policy Polling survey released Thursday shows that 58 percent of Florida voters want Medicaid expansion. Independents support it by 57 percent, while there is a 12-point difference among Republicans (33/45). Despite […]