Roy Yamamura. Photo: Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame By Kevin Glew Cooperstowners in Canada It’s a shame that Roy Yamamura wasn’t alive for his induction into Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. His daughter Bonnie Fukuzawa, who spoke on her father’s behalf during the Canadian ball hall’s virtual ceremony on Tuesday night, said her dad would’ve... Continue Reading →
But What Do I Know? . . . Cal Quantrill, Russell Martin, Roberto Clemente, Tom Henke
My weekly observations and notes about some Canadian baseball stories: · As Nick Lee (@NickLee51 on Twitter) pointed out on Friday, Cal Quantrill (Port Hope, Ont.) has been the San Diego Padres best pitcher since the all-star break. In 34 1/3 innings in six appearances since the Midsummer Classic, the Canadian right-hander has limited batters... Continue Reading →
But What Do I Know? . . . Stubby Clapp, Joey Votto, Vancouver Asahi, Tom Henke
My weekly observations and notes about some Canadian baseball stories. · Happy Thanksgiving to all my Canadian readers! I’m very thankful for your support over the years. I hope you get to relax and enjoy time with your family today. · Windsor, Ont., native and two-time Pacific Coast League manager of the year Stubby Clapp... Continue Reading →
But What Do I Know? . . . Scott Richmond, Michael Saunders, Brett Lawrie, Jackie Robinson
My weekly observations and notes about some Canadian baseball stories: · For me, the best news out of Toronto Blue Jays spring training has been that Vancouver native Scott Richmond is working as an analyst on the club’s radio broadcasts. The former Blue Jays pitcher is one of the nicest guys in his sport and... Continue Reading →
Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance honours Tom Valcke with President’s Award
Courtesy of CSTA Vancouver - Tom Valcke was named the recipient of the President's Award by the Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance (CSTA) on Sunday at the 6th Annual CSTA PRESTIGE Awards Gala held at the River Rock Casino Hotel in Richmond, British Columbia. "We are thrilled to honour Tom, who has truly made a significant... Continue Reading →