Wild Pitches

There are some interesting things FINALLY going on in the world of minor league baseball right now!

Joe Mikulik is managing again!  I REALLY like this guy, and I am glad he has another chance to do his thing.  For over a decade, the man was a huge part of baseball in the SAL.  Here is some more info blueridgenow.com-

http://www.blueridgenow.com/article/20140109/NEWS/140109896/1008/SPORTS?Title=Former-Tourist-manager-Mikulik-takes-over-at-Myrtle-Beach&tc=ar#gsc.tab=0

AL.com has put together a timeline for the Huntsville Stars, who will be playing their last season in 2014.  They will be moving to Mississippi.

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2014/01/a_timeline_of_huntsville_stars.html

I do hope that area sees a pro team again.  BUT, I have to be honest, I can think of many other baseball towns I would enjoy roadtripping to in the south more (Chattanooga, Nashville, Sevierville, Birmingham, Savannah, etc). 

Lastly, I am sure you know about the fire that broke out at Fifth Third Ballpark near Grand Rapids Michigan.  I love this park and the entire area around it.  For some reason, I keep finding myself there and I have come to admire this team, its park, and the surrounding community.  I am certain that the park will be back in shape by the start of the season.  I really look forward to seeing more games there.