by Dirk Hayhurst | Dec 31, 2010 | General
This past weekend I had a conversation with a soldier about the abolishment of Don’t Ask, Don’t tell. This conversation went down at a restaurant over dinner, and when the topic was first broached, there was much whispering in case anyone in ear shot who was sensitive... by Dirk Hayhurst | Dec 24, 2010 | baseball, General
One of the worst things about the winter time is how its frigid temperature cuts into baseball training. If you’re a pitcher like me and make your home in a cold weather state, you know it’s tough to find places to throw when the snow starts falling. You... by Dirk Hayhurst | Dec 22, 2010 | General
That’s right, I said it. And whats more, I mean it. I’m not a Scrooge, and I’m not a Grinch. I’m just a regular human being who has taken the time to stop and give a hard look to this ever building but never satisfying mutant of a holiday... by Dirk Hayhurst | Dec 16, 2010 | General
The thing about Keith Olbermann’s brain is, when it comes to baseball, it’s a perfectly maintained, state of the art, encyclopedic museum of knowledge where the curator lives to share the wonders of his collection and drinks to much coffee. When Bob Feller passed away... by Dirk Hayhurst | Dec 13, 2010 | baseball, General
…if you play in the minors. When it’s time to put your costume on and go back to being a baseball player in the minors, here is what your itinerary will look like. Night before flight: Attempt to pack 7 months of supplies into two suit cases and one carry... by Dirk Hayhurst | Dec 10, 2010 | baseball, General
It’s winter here in Ohio, and that means if you’re a family looking to advance your child’s baseball career, you’re turning to indoor baseball venues. Supporting parents will shop around for facilities, camps, and instructors that promise...