An Unofficial Calgary Vipers Blog
In the land of hockey, a baseball fan (and a hockey fan as well) talks about the Calgary Vipers, North American League Baseball, maybe a little Major League Baseball, and anything else that threatens to entertain.Accolades for Ten Prairie Sticks
"Hey Xolager, you sure know your stuff when it comes to the Golden Baseball League."
- GBL Commissioner Kevin Outcalt-----------------------------------
"It has been great fun following the Vipers and reading your blog"
- Vipers Catcher Rick "Big Hit" Guarno's mom-----------------------------------
"Thanks for putting the site up for us players to look at and even get pictures and videos that we wouldn’t be able to get if it wasn’t for your support. All the players look at it and have a blast with what you write. You make us feel like big leaguers."
- Vipers Ace Pitcher Joe "The Cobra Clutch" Sergent-----------------------------------
"Fans of the Indie League and the Golden League are the unsung heroes of baseball. Much, much credit to fans of teams who are off big media radar."
- smitty in baltimore, writer for baseball blog Bugs & Cranks-----------------------------------
Author Archives: xolager
A Few Thoughts on Our Calgary Vipers
The thought of losing the Calgary Vipers makes me feel sick to my stomach. All I know is what has already been printed in the papers, but it doesn’t look good for professional baseball in our city, and that’s a … Continue reading
GLOB Scorecard
It was a nice night for baseball, and to test out my new GLOB Scorecard (GLOB = Getting Legitimately On Base). Basically my GLOB Scorecard tracks who (legitimately) got on base (errors, fielder’s choices, etc will still get you an … Continue reading
Yet Another Baseball Game Cancelled
Not to be outdone by a Lake County Fielders game being cancelled earlier this season due to a lack of baseballs, tonight’s Calgary Vipers game (a Friday night game with perfect weather, mind you) has been cancelled because the Chico … Continue reading
My First Attempt at an On-Base Scorecard
Here’s the score card I made up this afternoon to give a quick visual of who’s getting on base an who’s making outs. It’s way simpler than the scorecards I normally keep which affords me more time to watch the … Continue reading
Mayor Nenshi at a Calgary Vipers Game
Mayor Naheed Nenshi was on the hallowed grounds of Foothills Stadium tonight for the first pitch, but he didn’t actually throw the first pitch. C’mon Mayor, we want to see that arm!
Oh Rain
Due to a Calgary Transit delay, it was a packed train ride (Snakes on a Train!) to Foothills Stadium. Then as the game started and the Vipers dug themselves an early 3-0 hole in the first, the sky watching began. … Continue reading
Fireworks Night at Foothills Stadium
A very strong crowd was on hand to witness Fireworks Night on the Hallowed Grounds of Foothills Stadium tonight. What? Jose Canseco was playing and Managing as well? He hit a bomb? His Yuma Scorpions beat the valiant Calgary Vipers … Continue reading
Former Viper Kit Pellow goes Hollywood
According to IMDb, Ryan McCann will be playing the role of Kit Pellow in the movie adaptation of Moneyball. This has breakout role written all over it. You might Kit Pellow batting clean-up for the 2009 Golden League Champion Calgary … Continue reading
Louie Templeton owns Third Base
One of the highlights of this early season homestand has been watching Louie “Louie” Templeton man third base. He’s slick with the glove, makes strong accurate throws, and always gives a max effort. He’s worth the price of a ticket. … Continue reading
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