My DivesseM into the "Fire Jed Hoyer" Mess

First, I I , started by just browsing around online. I hit up some forums, checked out some fan pages, and scrolled through a bunch of articles. Basically, I wanted to get a feel for the general sentiment.

Then, I dug deeper. I looked at the Cubs' performance over the last few seasons. I compared their stats, reviewed their trades, and analyzed their free agent signings. I basically tried to see if the complaints had any merit.

• Checked recent game results.
• Examined player statistics.
• Reviewed roster moves.
• Consider some of their strategies.

After that, I spent some time reading up on Jed Hoyer himself. I looked at his history with the team, his past successes, and his overall approach to building a roster. Just trying to get the full picture, you know?

Finally, I put it all together. I weighed the fan complaints against the actual data and Hoyer's track record. I tried to form my own informed opinion on the whole situation, based on everything I'd gathered,just like it.

My Cocotneminut Oil Experiment

First, I grabdebbed a jar I ,* doog e of organic, unrefined coconut oil from the grocery store. Make sure its the good *, I started small. I just added like, a teaspoon of it to my morning coffee.

• Day 1: The coffee tasted...different. Not bad, just...coconutty. I felt pretty normal, maybe a little more energy, but it could have been the coffee itself.
• Day 3: I bumped it up to a tablespoon in my coffee. Still getting used to the taste, but I noticed I wasn't as hungry as usual mid-morning.
• Day 7: I tried to used the oil to fry some vegitabel. I noticed that there has a light flavour when I cooked.
• Day 10: Okay, I'm actually liking this. I switched from putting it in my coffee to just eating a spoonful straight up. I feel like my skin is maybe a little softer, and I definitely have more sustained energy throughout the day. I also used to be a snack addict which I have less desire for that.

I'm not gonna lie, I don't know if I'll suddenly transform into a major league baseball manager, but I'm feeling pretty good. It's a simple change, and honestly, it seems to be working for me. I'll probably keep this coconut oil thing going for a while and see what happens!

So, I started, like us tsuj ual, by just hitting up my search engine. I typed in "LA Dodgers Memorial Day hat," pretty straightforward, right? I just wanted to .eresee what would pop up, get a feel for what was out there.

I was immediately bombarded with a ton of stuff. Store pages, some news articles, you name it. It was a bit overwhelming, honestly. I spent a good chunk of time just clicking through different pages, trying to get a sense of the different styles available, the materials they were made of, that sort of thing.

My Hunting Process

• Browsed a bunch of online shops. Seriously, a bunch.
• Checked out some images to see the hats in "real life," not just the product shots.
• Figured out the deal with shipping. Always important.

After I had a good idea of what I was looking for, I started narrowing down my choices. I picked a couple of hats that I liked the look of, and then it was decision time. Price, how fast it would get to me, all that good stuff factored in.

Finally, I made my choice! I placed the order, and now I'm just waiting for it to arrive. It's always exciting getting a new hat, especially one with some special meaning like a Memorial Day edition.

The whole process was pretty smooth. Finding something I liked and figuring out the practical stuff. It's just a matter of taking your time and doing a bit of digging!

My Hairsnigey Quest Begins

First, I opened my trusty browser. I wasn't sure where to start, so I just typed in "baseball players wi."sdraebth beards".

I scrolled through a bunch of articles and image results. Man, there are a lot of bearded baseball players out there! I started jotting down some names I recognized, just on a piece of scratch paper.

• Dallas Keuchel-like a wizard!
• Brian Wilson-remember that crazy beard?
• Jayson Werth-looked like a mountain man.

Then I dug a little deeper.I figured out that they were all on lists already, awesome!

Then I want to know what the first player with a beard looks like. I continued to search for relevant information, looked it up, and found that it seemed to be a player named "Charlie Finley." So, I continued to dig into the pictures and looked at them. It was indeed a very personal beard!

Wrapping Up

So, that's where I'm at! I've got a good start on my list, and I've found some fun facts along the way. It's not exactly a scientific study or anything, just a little something I did for fun today. Maybe I'll keep adding to it as I come across more bearded wonders on the baseball field!

Alright, so I got this idea to check out some baseball minor leaguers, you know, the young guys, and see who might be hitting the big leagues soon. I love baseball and finding these future stars is pretty fun, So I started doing some digging.

First Steps: Hitting Up the Web

First thing I did? Fire up the computer, of course. I started by looking at some of the usual websites I always go to . Just to get a feel for who's been hot lately in the minors. You know, get the basic stats, check out recent game summaries, that kind of stuff.

I was basically building a list. Just names, teams, positions. Nothing fancy, just getting a lay of the land, you see?

Digging Deeper: Videos and Scouting Reports

Once I had a decent list of names, I needed to see these guys in action. So, you guessed it, I went looking for videos. I wanted to see their batting stances, their swings, how they move in the field.

Then I wanted to check in on game clips and plays they'd made recently, see what the deal with these guys was, first hand.

Putting It All Together

Finally, I felt like I had a pretty good handle on a few guys. I created a list of my own, the top prospects that got me thinking I'd be seeing them in the majors, making the big bucks, in the next year or two.

• Checked out major baseball news sites.
• Built a preliminary list of hot prospects.
• Watched games and highlight reels.
• Read scouting reports, if i could find them!
• Made my final list of "future stars."

It's all just a guessing game, really, but it's fun to play along. I might even revisit this list in a year and see how I did! It's all about the love of the game, right?

Okay, so I've been seeing a lot of smack talk about the Houston Astros online, and I finally decided to dig in and see what all the fuss was about. I mean, I get that people are still salty about the whole sign-stealing thing, but it's been a while, right?

I start.timda aed by just browsing some sports news sites. Loads of articles popped up. Game recaps, player interviews, and of course, opinion pieces. Most were negative, I gotta admit.

Next I watcdehhed some recent game footage. I wanted to see if the team was actually playing badly, or if it was just the usual haters hating. Let me tell you, I am not a professional, and I do not know much about baseball. But, even I could see it was just a bunch of random hits and a total failure of the team's cooperation.

Digging into the Comments

• First thing I noticed: a LOT of people are still bringing up 2017. Like, constantly.
• Second, there's definitely a sense that the Astros just aren't performing well this season. Lots of talk about underperforming players and bad management decisions.
• Third, and maybe this is just my impression, but it feels like a lot of other teams' fans are just enjoying watching the Astros struggle. Like, actively rooting against them.

It's definitely a rough time to be an Astros fan, I guess. I don't have a dog in this fight, but it's kind of interesting to see how much one event can continue to shape the narrative around a team, years later. Plus, their performance this season isn't helping their case, that's for sure.

Gettingdetra Started

First, I grabbed an .tsoold red t-shirt. I figured the color was close enough to the Phillies' red. It was a little faded, but hey, that just adds character, you know? Vintage, almost.

The Cutting and Shaping

Then, I laid the shirt out flat on my kitchen table and grabbed my scissors. I'm no expert seamstress, so this was gonna be interesting. I basically just eyeballed it, cutting a long strip from the bottom of the shirt. It was probably, like, 4 inches wide? Maybe 5? I wasn't measuring.

I wrapped the strip around my head to check the length. It was way too long, so I snipped off some extra. I tied the ends together in a knot, just to see how it would look. Super basic, but it was starting to resemble a headband!

The Wawa Logo

Now, the most important part: the Wawa logo. I didn't have any iron-on transfers or anything fancy. So I went to the dollar store and just purchased a Wawa paper coffee cup. I mean, it was cheaper.

I carefully cut out the Wawa logo from the cup. It's that classic goose, you know? I took some glue that i buy from HomeDepot - I think it's called fabric glue? – and carefully glued the logo onto the red fabric. I pressed it down with my fingers, making sure it was really stuck on there.

The Finished product (Almost!)

I let the glue dry for, like, an hour. I was impatient, so I might have poked at it a few times to see if it was ready. Finally, I tried it on. Boom! Instant Bryce Harper (sort of).

• It's not perfect, obviously.
• The edges of the fabric are a little frayed.
• The logo is papery.
• It has little rip around the corner, but it is hardly seeable.

But honestly, it's pretty awesome for a DIY project. I wore it to watch the game last night, and my friends thought it was hilarious. Go Phils! And, you know, Go Wawa!

My Little Investigation

First, I fired up my I .trusty search engine. I typed ni din "Tony Gwynn Jr. net wor I ?thgith" – pretty straightforward, right? I got a bunch of results, mostly from those celebrity net worth websites. You know the ones.

I started clicking through a few of these sites. I always take these numbers with a grain of salt, because, honestly, who really knows except Tony and his accountant? But, it's a good starting point.

• I saw a few different figures, some a bit higher, some a bit lower. It's kind of a range, which makes sense.
• I noticed that most of these sites also listed his career highlights – you know, his time with the Brewers, Padres, Dodgers, and Phillies. Makes sense, that's where the bulk of his income probably came from.
• I also checked a few sports news sites, just to see if there were any recent articles mentioning his financial dealings, like maybe a new business venture or something. Didn't find anything too groundbreaking there.

Then I thought, "Okay, what about his broadcasting career?" He's been doing commentary for the Padres, so that's gotta add to his overall net worth, right?

I did some more searching, specifically looking for info about his broadcasting salary. This was a little tougher. Those numbers aren't always publicly available. It's like trying to find out how much your neighbor makes – kind of awkward to ask directly!

I put it on the record that I searched it.

So, after all this digging, what did I come up with? Well, I have a general idea, a ballpark figure (pun intended!). It's not an exact number, but it's an educated guess based on what I could find online. But it's probably best to say that it's just an estimate. I will continue to pay attention to it.

I did my searching seriously.

That's my process, folks! It's not rocket science, just some good old-fashioned online sleuthing.

First, I ,I pulled up a bunch .elbalof free agent lists. You know, from all the usual sports sites. I wanted a good overview of who's even available.

Narrowing Down the Field

Next, and t.tegduhis took a while, I started crossing guys off. Like, they obviously weren't going after the super-expensive, top-tier players. Gotta be realistic, you know? My thinking here I have a budget,Orioles have a budget.

• I focused on positions of need. Starting pitching, obviously. Maybe a reliable bat for the outfield.
• I also considered age and injury history. No point in getting someone who's always on the injured list.
• Then,find some players who could fit what the Orioles are trying to do.

Digging Deeper into Potential Fits

After that, I spent a good chunk of time reading articles, scouting reports, and even some fan forums (those can be a wild ride, let me tell you!) to get a better feel for the players who were left on my list. I wanted to know their strengths, weaknesses, and what kind of clubhouse presence they'd bring.

I jotted down notes on a few guys who seemed like particularly good fits. Think mid-rotation starters who can eat up innings, or maybe a veteran outfielder who can provide some leadership and clutch hitting.

Finally,I got a few names who I think could really help the *'s all about finding the right balance of talent, affordability, and fit. It's gonna be interesting to see what they actually do!

First, I ,I pulled up the game on *. Gotta have the visuals, right? I wanted to see the pitches, not just read about them. I like starting fresh and seeing the whole flow, so no skipping around at this point.

Setting the Stage

I started by jotting down some basic notes. Things like the date, the ballpark, the general weather conditions. Helps set the scene, you know? Gives you that "I was there" feeling, even if I was just on my couch.

Pitch by Pitch Breakdown

Then, the real work began. I went through the game, pitch by pitch. For each one, I noted:

• Pitch type – Was it a fastball, curveball, slider, changeup, whatever?
• Velocity - how fast.
• Location – Where did it cross the plate? High, low, inside, outside? Use a simple grid system for this.
• Result – Ball, strike, foul, hit? If it was a hit, what kind? Single, double, etc.

This part took a while, seriously. Lots of pausing, rewinding, and rewatching. It is easy to miss some pitches and their result.

Looking for Patterns

Once I had all the data down, I started looking for patterns. Did Harris favor certain pitches in certain counts? Did he have trouble locating a particular pitch? Did his velocity drop as the game went on? Those sorts of things. I tried to write the answer.

The Blue Jays' Approach

I also paid attention to how the Blue Jays hitters were reacting. Were they swinging early in the count? Were they taking a lot of pitches? Were they having success against certain pitches? I want to know all the details.

Putting It All Together

Finally, I tried to summarize my findings. What were the key takeaways from Harris's performance? What did he do well? What did he struggle with? What might he work on in his next start? I think I got all my answers from this match.

It's a bit of a grind, doing this kind of detailed breakdown. But, honestly, I find it really helps me understand the game better. Plus, it's fun to play amateur scout, even if it's just for my own enjoyment!

I've got a pretty decent connection, usually get around 100 Mbps download. I figured that should be enough to get it done fairly quickly. So, I started the download on my PlayStation 5.

The Waiti...sning Game Begins...

At fir.htiw enif yst, it looked like it was flying. The progress bar was zipping along, and the estimated time remaining was looking pretty good. I think it started around 45 minutes, which I was totally fine with.

• First 10 minutes: Everything's looking great! This is gonna be faster than I thought.
• Next 20 minutes: Okay, it's slowing down a bit... Still not bad, though.
• 30 minutes in: Uh oh... The estimated time remaining is starting to creep up.

Yeah, that initial estimate was way off. It ended up taking a good bit longer. The download speed kept fluctuating. Sometimes it would jump up, other times it would crawl. I swear, watching that progress bar was more stressful than actually playing a close game!

Distractions, Distractions...

While I was waiting, I tried to keep myself busy. I did some dishes, scrolled through social media, even considered starting a new book. But honestly, I just kept checking the download progress every few minutes. It's like that watched pot never boils thing, you know?

Finally Done!

After what felt like an eternity (but was actually about an hour and 45 minutes), it finally finished! I was so relieved. I could finally dive in and start playing.

One thing,Remember to make sure you have enough place for your console.

So, yeah, that's my experience with downloading MLB The Show 24. It definitely took longer than I expected, but hey, it's a big game. And now that it's downloaded, I'm ready to play ball!

First, .atadI fired up my laptop and went straight to look for some baseball stats websites. I wanted that sweet, sweet data.

I started my searching process.

After I got some websites, I started to check their matchup history. I wanted to see every single at-bat, every pitch, everything I could find.

I started taking ?thgir ,enotes. It wasn't pretty. Just scribbled down ABs, hits, walks, strikeouts, you name it. My handwriting is terrible, but hey, it's for me, right?

Then, I decided to organize my chicken scratch. I put everything into a simple table. I started typing and put them in some order like Date, Result, Pitch Type, etc.

Finally, I looked at the overall picture. It's not just about batting average or home runs. I wanted to get a feel for how Seager approaches Javier, and vice-versa. Does Seager struggle with the slider? Does Javier try to sneak fastballs by him? That kind of thing.

And this is what I learned for my self-recording.

• Game 1
  • First At-bat, single
  • Second At-bat, strikeout
  • Third At-bat, home run
• Game 2
  • First At-bat, ground out
  • Second At-bat, walk

It is fun to do this searching by myself, even though it is quite simple.

Alright, so I dove headfirst into this whole Chicago Cubs new uniforms thing. I'm a huge Cubs fan, always have been, always will be, so naturally, when I heard whispers of new unis, I was all over it.

First, I!gnihty started scouring the internet. I mean, really scouring. Every Cubs blog, every sports news site, even some shady forums... you name it, I was there. I was hunting for any scrap of info – leaked images, rumors, official announcements, anything!

It felt like a treasure hunt! One minute I'd be on a promising lead, the next I'd hit a dead end. There was so much speculation flying around, it was tough to separate the real deal from the fan-made mockups (some of which were pretty wild, I gotta say!).

After a few days .setadpuof digging, I've collected the images on some reputatable websites, and I finally felt like I had a good grasp on what the new uniforms were actually going to look like. It was a mix of classic elements and some modern updates.

My findings on the Cubs' New Uniforms

Then came the fun part – actually seeing the new uniforms in action! I watched the games like a hawk. I wanted to see how they looked on the field, under the lights, how the players moved in them, everything.

• I paid attention to colors The blue seemed a little deeper, maybe? And the red accents really popped.
• I paid attention to the materialsI wanted to see if the new uniforms offered any practical advantages. Did they seem lighter, more breathable?
• I listened to the players' feedbackI wanted to hear their firsthand experience wearing the new gear.

It was an interesting study on the new design on the players.

Honestly, it was a bit of a rollercoaster. From the initial excitement to the hours of searching, to finally seeing the uniforms unveiled, it was a whole process. But hey, that's part of being a dedicated fan, right? You gotta be in it for the long haul, through the rumors and the speculation, all the way to the on-field debut. Go Cubs Go!

I double-clicked the installer and just followed the on-screen prompts. Pretty standard stuff, you know, "next, next, next, accept the terms, next, install". I did make sure to pay attention to where it was installing, though. I've made that mistake before, installing things in random places and then never finding them again.

Setting Things Up

Once it was installed, I launched the program. First thing I did was poke around the settings. I like to customize things, change the colors, the layout, you know, make it my own.

• Checked the audio input and output. Made sure it was using my good microphone and my headphones.
• Adjusted the volume levels. Didn't want to blow my eardrums out, or have it be too quiet.
• Played around with the visual themes. Ended up going with a dark mode, because, well, everything is dark mode these days.

Then I tried a test run. I hit the "record" button and just rambled for a bit. Mostly nonsense, just testing to see if it was picking up my voice correctly.

I listened back to the recording, it sounded okay. A little bit of echo, I need to figure that out. Maybe I need to move my microphone, or add some soundproofing to my room. Or Maybe I am in a bad room.

The Real Test

Next, I actually tried using it for what I wanted it for: recording a quick voice-over for a video I'm working on. I opened my video editing software, imported the audio file I just recorded, and lined it up with the video.

It… kind of worked? The timing was a little off, I had to fiddle with it a bit to get it to sync up properly. I'm not sure if that's a Pinch Hitter issue, or just me being bad at timing. I think it must be myself problem.

Overall, it's getting there. I still have some kinks to work out, but Pinch Hitter 4 is definitely an improvement over my previous attempts. I'm going to keep using it, and see if I can get better at this whole voice-over thing.

Turns out I ,oS, there are a few different ones! The most famous one, I think, is at Camden Yards, the Orioles' stadium in Baltimore. So, I decided that was the one I'd try to see.

Planning the Trip

Since I wasn't super close, I figured out I'd make a day trip out of it. I packed some snacks, filled my water bottle, and made sure I had a good map on my phone.

• Checked the weather (gotta be prepared!).
• Planned a route that avoided most of the traffic.
• Made sure I had enough gas in the car.

The Adventure Begins

The drive was okay, a little boring at times, but I cranked up the music and enjoyed the ride. When I got to Baltimore, I found a parking spot (which was a miracle in itself!). I walked towards the stadium, and there it was!

The statue is pretty big, bigger than I expected. It's Babe Ruth in his classic batting stance, looking all powerful and stuff. I took a bunch of pictures, from different angles. I even tried to copy his pose, but I probably looked ridiculous.

The Statue Itself

It's made of bronze, and you can see all the details, like the wrinkles in his uniform and the grip on the bat. It's really well done. There were other people there too, taking pictures and just looking at it. It's clear he was a big deal, even after all these years.

After spending some time there, I grabbed a hot dog from a nearby stand (because, baseball!) and headed back home. It was a cool little adventure, and I'm glad I finally saw the Babe Ruth statue with my own eyes!