Remembering Davey Johnson - Best Known for Manager of the 1986 NY Mets - He Had a Phenomenal Career

 

The four-minute video concisely describes Davey Johnson's career as a player and manager.  Condolences to his family.

Davey Johnson's record as a player from Baseball-Reference

Davey Johnson's record as a manager

Obscure Oldie of the Day - Run Run Run by the Supremes

 

Run Run Run only reached #93 on the Billboard singles chart in 1964.  I can't remember the last time I heard it on the radio and don't know why it came to mind today.

Trevor Story's Controversial Pesky Pole Home Run Yesterday

 Fenway Park's famous right field foul pole, AKA the Pesky Pole, required necessary structural repairs. Named after Johnny Pesky's playing career in the 1940s and officially named in 2006, the Pesky Pole became a notable feature of the ballpark.

It is unusual when I post something about baseball not related to the New York Mets.  I am certain that Bill Nowlin, Red Sox Fan #1, is aware of this.  He was likely at the game.  It was originally ruled a foul ball, but the replay showed that it hit the foul pole first, making it a home run.  There would have been a heated argument with players and managers ejected without replay.

Marlins 5 Mets 1 As the Mets Lose 3 out of 4 in the Series

Go figure.  The Mets sweep the division-leading Phillies, but lose 3 out of 4 to the lowly Miami Marlins.  In the past, the Marlins have played spoilers to the Mets in the stretch drive.  As of this writing, the Mets are 6.5 games behind the NL East-leading Phillies, but still lead the Reds by 4 games for the last wild card berth.

In today's game, Kodai Senga allowed 5 runs and 7 hits in 4 2/3 innings, continuing to struggle with his effectiveness. Relief pitcher Brandon Waddell kept the Mets in the game by allowing no runs and 3 hits in 4 1/3 innings.  His reward will likely be a trip back to Syracuse, orchestrated by David Stearns who must hold the record for roster moves in a season.  As of today, the Mets have used 44 pitchers.

A "lowlight" of the game was a base-clearing brawl after Mark Vientos was hit by a pitch by Sandy Alcantara.

 

Game Recap

Enjoy Yourself by the Jacksons - Random Oldie of the Day

 

Enjoy Yourself was charted in late 1976.  Since the Jackson 5 left Motown for Epic Records they had to rebrand as the Jacksons.

Mets 6 Phillies 0 as Nolan McLean Shines for his Third Start in a Row

 

We saw a good game last night, as it was included in our 20-game package.   Nolan McLean became the first New York Mets pitcher to win his first three major league starts, tossing eight magnificent innings.  David Stearns made the right decision in bringing him up from the minors to be among over 40 pitchers for the Mets this season.  Mark Vientos homered and drove in three runs for the Mets.

Since they swept the Phillies, the Mets trail them by 4 games in the NL East.  They now lead the Cincinnati Reds for the third and final wild card.  Hopefully, the Mets can stay hot for the final 29 games in the regular season.  They play three more games in Philadelphia.  I still have memories of 2007 and 2008 when the Mets choked during the stretch drive.  Let's hope for the best.

Game recap

Do I Need More Remasters, Alternative Takes and Outtakes from the Beatles?

 

55 years after the Beatles disbanded, Apple Corps is releasing "new" material.  In 1995, I purchased The Beatles Anthology, Volumes 1, 2, and 3, on 6 CDs.  Those 3 volumes are being released and remastered this November. Volume 4 includes new mixes of The Beatles’ Anthology-associated hit singles. The GRAMMY-winning Free As A Bird and Real Love have been given new life by their original producer, Jeff Lynne, using de-mixed John Lennon vocals.  Do I really need all this?  The remastered versions are not very different from the originals.  Volume 4 will include rare recordings, but I can't buy just that volume.  There will be a video series coming to Disney+  in the Fall.  I will likely watch that.  I think I spent enough money on the Beatles over the years.