Branch Rickey
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Book explores evangelical monopoly in sports world
Dec 19, 2009 00:28 EST
Taking a knee: Book explores evangelical monopoly in pro sports, and asks if it's a good thing. A toss left, a quick break past the defense, and it was obvious Philadelphia Eagles running back Herb Lusk was headed to the end zone. The real surprise came when he arrived 70 yards later.
Angels' Torii Hunter wins Branch Rickey Award
Sep 10, 2009 12:36 EDT
Angels outfielder Torii Hunter wins Branch Rickey Award for his work with kids. Los Angeles Angels outfielder Torii Hunter is the winner of the Branch Rickey Award in recognition of his work with kids in the community.
It's A Brand-New Game
Jul 20, 2009 17:30 EDT
Great product or service branding can see a business through good and bad times. To execute recession-proof branding, start by following what the leaders do.
Yankee Yogi Berra's Title Grab
Jun 16, 2009 10:50 EDT
Yogi Berra is considered by many fans the greatest at baseball's most demanding position, catcher.
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Facts from the Wikipedia page:
| Branch Rickey | |
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| Catcher/Manager/Executive | |
| Born: December 20, 1881 Portsmouth, Ohio | |
| Died: December 9, 1965 (aged 83) Columbia, Missouri | |
| Batted: Left | Threw: Right |
| MLB debut | |
| June 16, 1905 for the St. Louis Browns | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| August 25, 1914 for the St. Louis Browns | |
| Career statistics | |
| Batting average | .239 |
| Hits | 82 |
| Runs batted in | 39 |
| Teams | |
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As Player
As Manager
As General Manager
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| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Member of the National | |
 Baseball Hall of Fame | |
| Induction | 1967 |
| Election Method | Veterans Committee |
