Bradford Lee

First look at the baby Royals Every year we try to take in a few minor league games around the Midwest. The stadiums are intimate and comfortable.

Van Lingle Mungo There's been more than a few songs written about baseball. I wrote a more expansive piece several years ago, but for this essay, I'll just concentrate on a few selections.

The end is near There is a man close to my age who works at a grocery store in my neighborhood.

We were traveling through southern Missouri last week. Interesting country. Super nice people. Love the scenery.

James Brown, the fabulous soul singer, was known as the Hardest Working Man in Show Business due to his constant touring, tireless work ethic, and electric live performances.

James Brown, the fabulous soul singer, was known as the Hardest Working Man in Show Business due to his constant touring, tireless work ethic, and electric live performances. I’ve already told my family that I want Brown’s I Feel Good as my exit song at my funeral. I figure it’s good to send everyone out […]

A week ago, my wife and I checked out our local independent league team, the Waterloo Bucks. They play in the Northwoods League, a summer wood-bat college league.

Ozark Ike was a hitter When you read about old baseball players, doesn't it seem like they led more interesting lives than their current-day brethren?

A couple of weeks ago I read a hilarious and brilliant piece on Substack comparing each major league franchise to a bird. The story is called: Thirty teams.

The one and only When you hear the name Dan Quisenberry, what's the first thing that comes to your mind?