Showing posts with label Charlie Manuel. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Charlie Manuel. Show all posts

Friday, August 16, 2013

Philadelphia Phillies: Charlie Manuel's Greatest Baseball Days



I dedicate today's post to Charlie Manuel

Like all decent baseball fans, I wish him the best in his future endeavors, whether they be with the Phillies, or whoever. 

He is the greatest manager in franchise history in my opinion.

Here's a link to a story I wrote about Manuel that still reflects my view of this great baseball man.
(Photo courtesy of lehighvalleylive.com)
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Thank you to Stacey Stauffer (Fox 29 Philadelphia). She interviewed Maddie Woytovich, her parents (Jeff and Betsy Woytovich) and me recently about the latest chapter in this inspiring story. The feature will be aired during the 10 p.m. broadcast on July 30 (which is the date of today's post). 

-->>Here's a video link to Stacey's wonderful feature. 

Professional reporters and video journalists are vital in an ever-changing media world. Stacey and the Fox staff were first-rate. 


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A variety of individuals, who are mentioned within this book's pages, deserve credit for helping to make it become a reality. 

My cousin, Patrick O'Brien, was the initial artist who established the visual reality that became Maddie: Teaching Tolerance with a Smile. Without his generous contributions, ongoing advice and support, this book may well have never been born. 

This illustrated book is about the life of Madison Woytovich and the organization CAP (Children's Alopecia Projectthat her family founded a number of years ago.

I'll continue posting updates here on my blog so that all readers can stay up-to-date on what is shaping up to be a buzz-worthy release.

I'm donating 50% of all proceeds from the book to CAP. Visit crowdit.com to learn more about the efforts that allowed this idea to be born. 
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Feel free to click on a selection of my interviews with broadcasters, actors, models and more...
Martin Brodeur: Discusses His Record-Setting Shutout Total and Key Rivalries 
Jaromir Jagr: Current NHL Forward and Future Hall of Famer
Philadelphia Flyers' Bernie Parent: Postgame reflections 
Bobby Clarke: Philadelphia Flyers' Legend Talks Hockey
Ron Hextall Recalls His Greatest Season
Kerry Fraser: NHL Referee is Still Making the Right Calls
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It only takes a few minutes to read some of my other stories  whose links are shown below:

Horror Story: It Was Crawling Up My Chest!
Television Haiku Poem
My First Car Was An All-Time Classic
The Best Holiday Memories

When Baseball Cards Were King
Could One Baseball Shatter The Summer?
The Night Lenny Dykstra Was Swinging In The Rain
5 Traits of Hardcore Philadelphia Phillies' Fans

Philadelphia Flyers' Topps Hockey Card Mystery Revealed
5 Lessons Flyers' Fans Have Taught The Hockey World
5 Traits Old School Flyers' Fans Possess

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Amazon.com is the number 1 online publishing platform in the world. That's why I used it to publish my first ebook: 

I am humbled by the reception it has received to-date and I thank everyone who has been responding to this digital creation.

This mini-tome is a collection of stories and poems for readers who don't take themselves too seriously. I hope that you enjoy it and am always interested in your feedback. 
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Thursday, September 6, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies Announce That Charlie Manuel Will Be Back


Headline Topic: Phillies - Charlie Manuel to be retained 

If you are interested, you can read more about my take on the Phillies' apparent decision to keep Charlie Manuel as their manager in my Yahoo Sports feature:
Philadelphia Phillies indicate that Charlie Manuel Will Return Next Season

I hope that Ryne Sandberg is promoted to the coaching staff (assuming he accepts the job). I really don't want to see this great baseball man slip away for a second time.

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Headline topic #2: Flyers' Fans NHL Lockout Plans

If the NHL Lockout happens, people will have extra hockey time on their hands. Here are five recommendations for Flyers' fans from my recent Yahoo Sports Featured Contributor digital assignment files:
5 NHL Lockout Recommendations for Philadelphia Flyers' Fans

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Baseball cards

For those of us who are old enough to remember When Baseball Cards were King, the spring is always a special time of year.

Bygone days spent with elementary school days and family members opening packs of Topps cardboard gold never truly fade away.


Hockey


Here is a hockey story that all ice fans will like: The mystery behind these 1970s Topps hockey cards is revealed.



Flyers

What is the name of the Flyers ECHL affiliate?

For those who don't know, the answer is found in my Yahoo Sports article:
NHL lockout could serve some Philadelphia Flyers' Purposes


Eagles

All the best to Andy Reid and his team tonight. This season isn't just about football this year for the Eagles' head coach.

I wish him a SUPER BOWL year.


Sixers

The 76ers major summer trade should help the remaining members of last season's playoff group to become that much better.

This has become a far more balanced squad through all of the offseason moves. Most importantly, they will be led by Doug Collins who is ready to take his basketball team to new heights.


Thank you for reading any of my Yahoo Voices features that might interest you:

Model Management Agency - MMA Has Another Rising Star in Megan Irminger

A model's life: An interview with Kourtney Reppert

Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





Thank you for reading any of my Yahoo sports stories that might interest you: 

Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans


My interview with Flyers' Hall of Famer Bernie Parent



Monday, August 27, 2012

Veterans Stadium Question


Phillies

What 1960s event is most comparable to the top level at Veterans Stadium?

For those who don't know, the tongue-in-cheek answer is found in my Yahoo Sports article:
Five Ways that Veterans Stadium was Better Than Citizens Bank Park



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Flyers

What is the name of the Flyers ECHL affiliate?

For those who don't know, the answer is found in my Yahoo Sports article:
NHL lockout could serve some Philadelphia Flyers' Purposes


Eagles

All the best to Andy Reid and his team tonight. This season isn't just about football this year for the Eagles' head coach.

I wish him a SUPER BOWL year.


Sixers

The 76ers major summer trade should help the remaining members of last season's playoff group to become that much better.

This has become a far more balanced squad through all of the offseason moves. Most importantly, they will be led by Doug Collins who is ready to take his basketball team to new heights.


Baseball cards

For those of us who are old enough to remember When Baseball Cards were King, the spring is always a special time of year.

Bygone days spent with elementary school days and family members opening packs of Topps cardboard gold never truly fade away.


Hockey


Here is a hockey story that all ice fans will like: The mystery behind these 1970s Topps hockey cards is revealed.


Thank you for reading any of my Yahoo Voices features that might interest you:

Model Management Agency - MMA Has Another Rising Star in Megan Irminger

A model's life: An interview with Kourtney Reppert

Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





Thank you for reading any of my Yahoo sports stories that might interest you: 

Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans


My interview with Flyers' Hall of Famer Bernie Parent



Sunday, August 26, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies' Charlie Manuel Question


Phillies

What was Charlie Manuel's job title with the Philadelphia Phillies before he became the manager?

For those who don't know, the answer is found in my Yahoo Sports article:
Philadelphia Phillies To Answer the Charlie Manuel Question?



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TY to over ---3.5 Million Readers--- of my Yahoo Sports, Interview and News articles since 2/1/11. Every click has helped my freelance position to be a better one. Thank you for your ongoing support in that regard! If there is any way that you feel I could be of help to you, feel free to get in touch with me. 
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Flyers

What is the name of the Flyers ECHL affiliate?

For those who don't know, the answer is found in my Yahoo Sports article:
NHL lockout could serve some Philadelphia Flyers' Purposes


Eagles

All the best to Andy Reid and his team tonight. This season isn't just about football this year for the Eagles' head coach.

I wish him a SUPER BOWL year.


Sixers

The 76ers major summer trade should help the remaining members of last season's playoff group to become that much better.

This has become a far more balanced squad through all of the offseason moves. Most importantly, they will be led by Doug Collins who is ready to take his basketball team to new heights.


Baseball cards

For those of us who are old enough to remember When Baseball Cards were King, the spring is always a special time of year.

Bygone days spent with elementary school days and family members opening packs of Topps cardboard gold never truly fade away.


Hockey


Here is a hockey story that all ice fans will like: The mystery behind these 1970s Topps hockey cards is revealed.


Thank you for reading any of my Yahoo Voices features that might interest you:

Model Management Agency - MMA Has Another Rising Star in Megan Irminger

A model's life: An interview with Kourtney Reppert

Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





Thank you for reading any of my Yahoo sports stories that might interest you: 

Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans


My interview with Flyers' Hall of Famer Bernie Parent



Sunday, June 10, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies Potential Trade Scenarios and Managerial Moves

Over ----2.8 Million---- hits since my first Yahoo story was published on 2/1/11. The influence of positive social media friends matters.


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Phillies

As the losses mount and no true fix appears to be in sight, many fans are beginning to accept the fact that trades will be made in the near future.

Shane Victorino, Cole Hamels, Jim Thome and others could all be on the block sooner rather than later.

I don't blame Charlie Manuel for the position the current team is in, as he is playing the cards that were dealt to him. No one is saying that he is Connie Mack, but he stimulated this dugout's ego for many years.

Ryne Sandberg needs to be incorporated into the Phillies minor league plans as soon as possible. I would make him a coach this season and then take things from there.


Baseball cards

For those of us who are old enough to remember When Baseball Cards were King, the spring is always a special time of year.

Bygone days spent with elementary school days and family members opening packs of Topps cardboard gold never truly fade away.


Hockey


Here is a hockey story that all ice fans will like: The mystery behind these 1970s Topps hockey cards is revealed.


Thank you for clicking on any of my Yahoo sports articles that are shown below:

Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans


My interview with Flyers' Hall of Famer Bernie Parent





Thank you for also clicking on one, or more, of my Yahoo Voices articles that are shown below:

Model Management Agency - MMA Has Another Rising Star in Megan Irminger

Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





Monday, April 9, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies 2012 Questions and A Baseball Card Story

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Phillies

How many lineups will Charlie Manuel need to use before the players generate enough offense for him to settle on a few that work the best?

Will Cole Hamels be able to maintain his focus and stay healthy during the walk year of his contract?

Will the Phillies end all speculation and sign Hamels at some point during the season to a new deal?

Baseball cards

For those of us who are old enough to remember when baseball cards were king
When Baseball Cards were King this week is always a special time of year.

The opening of any new season was always previewed by Topps newest edition of cards. Bygone days spent with elementary school days and family members opening packs of cardboard gold never truly fade away.

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Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans





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Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





Sunday, April 1, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies 2012 Seasonal Notes

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Phillies

Amaro's revised roster will need to prove that in can generate offense. If it can't, expect a tense year.

All three aces must remain healthy for Manuel's team to have a good season and a chance in the playoffs.

Will there be any trades before the new season officially begins?


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Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans





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Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





Friday, March 30, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies Spring Training Questions

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Phillies

Can Pierre become the Phillies leadoff hitter on a PT basis?

Will Galvis be able to handle the pressure of being a starting second baseman in the major leagues?

Will Manuel's efforts to increase OPS (on base plus slugging percentage) work?

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Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans





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Thursday, March 29, 2012

Philadelphia Phillies Spring Training Questions

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Phillies

Will Pierre, or Podsednik make the team?

Will the Phillies sign Hamels to a new deal before the season begins?

Will Manuel be satisfied with the tools he has been give as spring training breaks?


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Five traits old school Flyers fans possess

Five traits of hardcore Phillies fans





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Behind the scenes of the modeling world: An interview with Ellen Wasser-Hrin - MMA/Model Management Agency





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