Don’t Mess with Texas!

Nolan Ryan built a career on intimidation and outright fire-ball pitching. On August 4, 1993 Roin Ventura of the Chicago White Sox found this out first-hand.

After Ryan hit Ventura with a fast ball, he charged the mound with intents on beating in Nolan’s face. More…

Getting back to the roots, tonight’s Sports Daddy post takes on the flavor of a Twins blog with a live picture or two from the Bulls-eye.

The Sports Mom was presented with one ticket in the Champions Club for this evening’s Twins win in extra innings. Yes, I was jealous. While I had the privilege of staying home with very spirited  but loving sports kids, she had the sweet seats!

Life isn’t fair sometimes. Read more…

Before they come to Minnesota Thursday Night, MercyMe hads some business to take care of.

For the past three years, contemporary Christian band MercyMe has played a concert at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. And every year, the Rangers have sold out the game when the group performed.

MercyMe made its annual appearance on Saturday, Aug. 28. playing a pregame concert at 5 p.m. and then singing the national anthem. MercyMe was part of the Rangers’ Faith Concert Series presented by I am Second and KLTY/94.9 FM.

And, as he has done in the past, Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton joined the action, addressing the crowd at 5:15 p.m.

“MercyMe is from the area, and I’ve gotten to know them over the past few years,” Hamilton said. “It’s been a good time knowing them, because they’re all solid guys. And anytime you get to speak and address the power of Jesus, it is something to get excited for.”