Opening Day ------by "Hurricane" Francis Eckert----September
22, 2004
well its that time again in just
three days teams from the federal league will be starting the
fall/winter season. Well i just wanted to say good luck and may
all players have a great season and safe season, thank you and
god bless every player in the league. thank you.
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Champs ------by "Hurricane" Francis Eckert----September 12, 2004
way to go beacons on your
championship victory, even with all the layoff sounded like a
good game. Good luck the next season maybe u can make it
back-back or maybe you'll be dethroned. good job beacons.
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Sentries' Manager ------by Art Randolph----September 12, 2004
I
would first like to thank the league for allowing me to manage the
sentries for the past two seasons. Also the fraternity of managers
that let me glean from them. (it was a learning experience) and
especially my teammates played with and against. Continued
success, good luck, and I look forward to next year, thank you.
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Matt Rosner replies
on September 14, 2004:
Hey Artie,
You gave it your best shot, now you
can focus on what is most important....being a player!
Great to have you around, let's go
Sentries!!
Pepio ------by
Barry R. Gibell----August 30, 2004
I consider myself lucky to have
played with Rich in a roy hobbs tournament. I can only wish him
well in a battle that he will ultimately win. GOOD LUCK & BE
WELL
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About Doc ------by
Fran Eckert----August 22, 2004
I'd like to say to Doc it was a
pleasure playing for him and i'd like to thank him for
everything he has done for me, Doc is a wonderful person and a
pretty good manager. While playing for Doc i've learned to
control my self @ times getting out of hand a little bit. I
first met Doc @ Ft. Lauderdale stadium were i became apart of
the tritons in a trade w/the beacons. It is a sad end to the
tritons, i feel doc should of stayed on as an assistant coach.
Doc is my friend and he will always be my friend So in closing
THANK YOU Doc for everything, God bless u and your family. Thank
You
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Re: Dumb And Dumber ------by Samantha Samuel---August 5, 2004
You people have all your "SO CALLED
INFORMATION" all twisted and YES THIS IS MY DAMN NAME!! A
female can't even voice her opinions without some "SO CALLED
MAN" trying to put her down. Where are your "COJONES" and take
it like a man. Women can talk if they want. And I'm not
speaking for my "BOYFRIEND" fools I'm speaking for myself. I
have observed this at the fields. I have a brain dumb~~~!! I
may be crippled but I can voice my opinions if I want. "Can you
hear me now"!!!!
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The Big Kahuna replies
on August 5, 2004:
It's interesting that you criticize the replies to your earlier
post as having their "so called information" twisted. Given an
opportunity to clarify your position, you have, once again,
chosen to express your anger and bitterness without
communicating any specifics. In view of that, you should be a
little more tolerant of those who may not understand what it is
you are trying to say. You ask your detractors to "take it like
a man", but you have yet to illustrate what it is they are
suppose to be taking.
As I noted earlier, if you
have any credible evidence of any ethnic, or other form of, bias
in our league, please make us aware so that we can eradicate it.
If you continue to speak in only vague generalities, you are
doing nothing to improve what you perceive to a problem.
While I would never discourage anyone from expressing their
opinion, in the future I would prefer that this space be
reserved for informed opinions and not just rantings. If you do
have an accusation to make, I urge you to be specific in your
charges and allow the league to react in a responsible manner.
Darren Saliva replies
on August 15, 2004:
This chick has issues. Now her
problem is that she is a female and no one wants to listen to
her absurd allegations because of that. Step into the new
millenium honey, no one cares that you're a skirt. If you go to
games you would know that the expansion league is run by a woman
and she gets a lot of respect from all of the MALE athletes. I
am sorry about one thing though. You see, I am in the military
and I did take a sensitivity course and it hasn't quite kicked
in yet, so if I offended in anyway, by using the words chick,
honey, or skirt I do apologize.
Big Can Of Worms ------by
Richard Wasserman----July 20, 2004
Oh yes,
Samantha Samuels. If in fact that is your real name; look at
the hornets’ nest you’ve stirred up? There must have been 3 or
4 replies to your post. You have succeeded in getting the most
replies to your post in the modern Federal League era. By the
way Kahuna, Martha Burke called. She wants to know why you
don’t have any women in the league.
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Dumb And Dumber------by
Darren Saliva----July 8, 2004
I grew up, for most of my teenage
years, having to deal with racism. I know what it is to be
discriminated against, and I also know what it is to be benched
because of favoritism. Fortunately, I have never had to deal
with any of this in the Federal League. Yes, sometimes someone
might not get the desired playing time, but as Dave Gardner
said, "You have to put your best players on the field." As for
the word RACISM, YOU SHOULD LEARN THE DEFINITION. If a player is
not being player because of his race, creed, or color, then that
Samantha is racism! What you are describing is more
like favoritism! GET IT RIGHT!! Why doesn't the person you are
sticking up for speak out himself? We are all men in this
league.......with a few exceptions......if he has a problem
with his playing time, he should take it up with his coach and
not have his girlfriend fight his fight for him. Gardner is
right when he says that the leagues talent level has risen.
Being away from the league for a year, I have seen the level of
play rise tremendously and that will lower that playing time of
for the talent challenged players. But there is some good news
Samantha....... I saved a lot of money on my car insurance by
calling GEICO!
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Racisim in your league ------by Samantha Samuel---July 6, 2004
I've been going to the games and I
see lots of racism. Managers its not fair to the rest of the
players if you keep putting your "so - called" favorite players
to play and leave the rest out to dry. You know who are and
they are alot ot you. GIVE THE ALL OF THEM THEIR CHANCE TO
SHINE!!!! STOP PLAYING FAVORITES!!!! The all paid their
dues so its only fair. I know this probably won't hit the forum
because it would only hit home and no one likes to hear the
truth. Plus it will only open up a BIG CAN OF WORMS!!!! They
all their to play. Like I said they all paid their fees. WHy
isn't their more like me who speak their minds. COME ON GUYS
SPEAK UP and lets change their ignorant ways of thinking.
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The Big Kahuna replies
on July 6, 2004:
Not
only did your comments make the forum, they also made no sense.
I, on behalf of the league, cannot defend against the charge
that you make, mostly because you make a vague assertion of a
non specific allegation.
It's very easy to criticize
something and even easier to call a perceived slight as racism,
but what proof do you offer other than the notion that some
players are apparently not receiving an equal amount of playing
time? Without specifics, this is an irresponsible comment.
Federal League has a long history and nowhere in that history is
there a supportable claim of racial bias. If, on the other
hand, you have credible evidence that a player is being excluded
based on ethnicity, or any other reason other than his talent,
the league office would like a fair opportunity to deal with it
properly.
Dave Gardner replies
on July 6, 2004:
"What????"
As a coach if a team wants to win it is his responsibility to
put the best players out on the field. That doesn't mean that
you put your best individual players but the players that give
the best results for the given team or situation. This is called
team situational awareness and a coach/mgr has to be aware of
the shortcomings not only of his own players but the opposing
team. Scouting is very essential to successful management of a
team. Many times I have seen the mgr of the Dave Goliaths
snooping about..... that is how you win. Just putting the same
players out time and time again and hoping that something
happens is not management, getting that exact mix for the given
team match-up is. As for racism....... you are in another
planet........ I have never seen any of that anywhere in the
Federal League. Dave Gardner-Sentries
Jeff Fazio replies
on July 7, 2004:
Someone told me about
this claim and I wanted to read it for myself to see if there
was a racial problem in our league. When I heard about this it
came to me as a surprise. I've been playing in the Fed league
the past four years and have never seen anything that I would
consider a racist act. I have good friends with different racial
backgrounds who are prominent members of their respective teams
who have never once commented on feeling that they have been
treated differently because of their race. Not only has he never
mentioned anything, take a look around our league. We have many
different people from many different races, age groups and
religions and not only has everybody gotten along, this league
has continued to foster a great environment to play in. After
reading this email I came to the conclusion that the writer must
be a bitter friend of a player who's not getting enough playing
time (who cares?). Unfortunately you used words like racism for
shock value....or ignorance...to get some attention. How dare
you try and cheapen our league and make players like myself feel
like I condone racism by continuing to pay to play in this
league. If there was any trace of racism in this league I along
with others would not be here. I ask you to not try and cheapen
our league by saying there is racism when you are trying to say
favoritism, I urge you to learn the difference. It only hurts
this league by giving prospective players the wrong idea. This
league has continued raise it's level of talent while providing
an atmosphere where families are welcome and as players we are
thankful.
Don Degli replies
on July 12, 2004:
"samantha"
LEAGUE FEES 200.00, NEW BASEBAL BAT 180.00., DINGBAT
FORUM POSTS....... PRICELESS....
Inaugural
Game-Celestial Division ------by
Eric Raskin----June 7, 2004
As
the long awaited opening day for the Celestial Division came and
went with rain, all players and fans were happy to get the
season underway.
With new managers, many new players, and even a new commish, the day went extremely well.
I want to thank all the coaches, players and fans for their support and dedication for making the day a success,
despite the rain.
With a lot of new talent, we all look forward to a competitive new division.
Good luck to all in the new division.
Eric Raskin, manager, Bocaneers
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Opening
Day ------by
Fran Eckert----April 20, 2004
Can't
wait for Sunday and for the Tritons to make a run for the
championship. Also good luck to all the participants in the
season to come. Fran (tritons)
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Stadium ------by
Pat Vadala----April 14, 2004
Congratulations
on getting US back in the Ft. Lauderdale Stadium complex.
That is what makes the Federal League the best. Playing on a
Major League
quality field is unusual for most, but as a Federal League
player we get to
do it every week. I hope it continues for years to come.
Congrats again!!!!
P.S. Will the 25th get here already!!!!!
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Thank
You ------by Matt Rosner, Sentries #?----March 18, 2004
I
would like to take this opportunity to thank the league office
for their assistance with organizing my recent trade.
To my former teammates, I want to
also thank each of you for being such great teammates and
allowing me to share thoughts and ideas with you. I wish you all
the best of luck this upcoming season. It was an honor to
play with most of you guys for as long as I did.
To my new team, I am so excited to start the season with all of
you! I want to thank Art Randolph for making a deal for
me, I know that we will be great together. I am looking
forward to playing with all my new teammates and offering
experience to the team. We are going to have a great year!
Good luck to everyone in the league.
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Don Degli replies
on March 18, 2004:
GOOD
LUCK MATT. YOU WILL MAKE THEM A BETTER TEAM, AT
LEAST 100% BETTER.............. HEHE
Champs ------by
Fran Eckert----February 12, 2004
Congratulations
to the davie goliaths on there championship victory. Fran
(tritons)
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Congrats
to Goliaths------by
Matt Rosner #2----February 12, 2004
Congratulations
to a well coached Goliaths team.
You all played great baseball, and deserve the trophy.
A special congrats to Luis Davilla for his pitching performances
all season.
Look forward to seeing all of you next season!
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Hollywood
Stars Year End Review ------by G. Gilles----February 1,
2004
Right
fielder Michael Gagnon of the STARS was not surprised
about the success the Hollywood Stars had this season and
he is looking forward to another pennant run next season!
Mike said, "Our team stayed confident
all season long and we also stayed very consistent on the base
paths, on defense, and on offense game in game out!"
"To our team the pennant was a very high goal
on our list and the Championship would of been the icing on the
cake, but life is not perfect!"
Good Luck to the Sunsets & Goliaths for the Championship!
May the BEST WIN !!!
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Good
Luck To All------by Darren Saliva----January 17, 2004
First and
foremost, I want to congratulate the Stars for winning their
first division title ever. Job well done guys, I wish I could be
there to enjoy the accomplishment with you all. Good luck to
every one in the playoffs. I hope the Stars don't beat you all
too bad. I will see you all soon .My unit is on its way out of
Iraq in a few days and then back to the states in a few
weeks. I definitely will be home for the start of the next
season. See you all then.
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Big Kahuna replies on January 17, 2004: Speaking
(or, more accurately, writing) on behalf of the entire league,
we look forward to your safe return. Great job!
Good
Luck ------by Darren Saliva----September 28, 2003
I
just want to say good luck to all the teams, especially the
Stars, in the
Fall/Winter season. Unfortunately, we were extended for another
year with
plans on leaving here in February, so I will not be playing with
the Stars
this season like I hoped would happen, but good luck to all and
play ball.
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To
The Margate Sentries ------by Jeff Fazio----September 12,
2003
I
wanted to take this time to thank Nuvel Shiver and the Margate
Sentries for the last two seasons. Since being with Sentries
Nuvel played me every inning of every game and I have come to
understand how rare that can be so for that I am thankful. I
would also like to add how difficult this decision has been
because of the friendships I made with my teammates. This
decision was made not because of how many games we won or lost
it was more of me losing my desire to play, which scared me. So
I figured a new start with another team would be the kind of
change that could turn my desire around. Nuvel was very helpful
in my departure and made this situation very tolerable. Thank
you and good luck to the Sentries.
I definitely love playing baseball and enjoy competing everytime
I take the field. At this point I am very excited to play with
the Beacons. It's fitting that I go to a team that I took such
pleasure in beating, I felt like we had such a good rivalry
these last two seasons which made the games fun and intense. I
would like to thank Keith Nicoll for extending me an invitation
to play with the Beacons an look forward to the opportunity to
help them win and meeting my new teammates. Finally, I would
like to thank Jamie, Nicole and the other Federal League
officers who tirelessly work so we can enjoy playing in such a
great league. Thank you.
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Congrats ------by
Matt Rosner----September 11, 2003
Congrats
to the Lighthouse Point Beacons on a well played, well deserved
championship.
You guys showed exceptional teamwork and desire to continue on
despite a
rough season.
Kudos to Keith and the rest of the guys!
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Black
Diamonds ------by
Micheline Ruf----September 3, 2003
I miss seeing that
#6 on the Black Diamonds.... Karl Ruf... what a guy.
He's back from playing minor league and is ready to play
ball....
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Untitled ------by
Fran Eckert----September 2, 2003
Let's go go Tritons,
and good luck to the beacons, also good luck to both the mets
and marlins. Wanna say to the tritons lets play hard and leave
it all on the field, we can do it. So to all the tritons lets
win this for all the times we've struggled, lets go for the
championship. Thanx #27 Fran.
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Untitled ------by
Stacy----August 29, 2003
We
hope to see a lot from #29 right fielder Michael Gagnon of the
Hollywood Stars this Fall/Winter season, that's too bad he
wasn't available for the playoffs it would have been very
interesting to see him in action. Stacy #1 fan.
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Good
job boys! ------by Sean Lanier----August 28, 2003
good
job tritons way to go !!! From Sean Lanier #18
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Sorry to matt Rosner ------by Sandy Glatzer----August 28,
2003
Yo matt Rosner, I was only messing
around with you in game one ! You know I think you
are a great player and hate to pitch against you. I thought I
could joke like that with you sorry for the words during
the game. PS I did not know you were so sensitive
JUST KIDDING LOL sandy.
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Let's
Win ------by Francis Eckert----August 23, 2003
Tritons we need to
forget about last thursday's game and just play the way we know
how, lets win this one for all the years it took the Tritons
franchise to get to this point its win we're in lose we go home,
and i know that the Tritons did not work this hard to lose. So
lets bring our games to the next level, leave everything out on
that field Tuesday night and lets began the game good and lets
finish the game. Thanx Tritons from your catcher, and leadoff
hitter. I will promise to get the big hits when needed. So lets
win this one for doc an ourselves. (Fran #27)
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Time To Shine ------by Dennis Olmezer----August 23, 2003
It's put up or shut up time
GO SUNSETS !!!
GOOD LUCK ( but not too much ) to the Beacons
Dennis
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Win
Or Go Home ------by Darren Saliva----August 10, 2003
It's playoff time
baby! It has been a great season from what I have gathered
from Iraq. Good luck to all the teams, but lets go Stars. It's
time to put
it all together like we always do around this time.
Darren #22
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Where
Is Pombo? ------by Wiso #22 Tritons----July 31, 2003
Hey
C-Los Pombo, if you get to read this, WHERE YOU AT!!?!?!?. Post
season is near and we can really use you. Dont make us have to
come look for you.
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Competition ------by
Dennis Olmezer----July 25, 2003
Gotta
love the tight race in the Expansion Division.
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Dave Gardner replies on
July 31, 2003:
Unless you are a Sentry :)
Happy
4th of July ------by Francis Eckert----July 4, 2003
Just
wanted to wish all players and their families in the federal
league a happy and a safe 4th of July today and cant wait to get
back to playing in the league. Fran (tritons)
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For
The Love Of The Game ------by Darren Saliva----June 1, 2003
Hello
everyone in the Fed League. Everything is fine out here in Iraq.
Just writing to say hi, and say that I really miss playing ball
with all of you. Thinking about stepping out on to the field and
playng again is one of a few things that keep me sane in this
wonderful country I'm in. I am very surprised to see how well
the Tritons are playing, Even more so, how the Beacons are
playing. I guess that just proves that I really am in the
twilight zone. DOO-DOO-DOO-DOO-DOO-DOO-DOO-DOO! I'm just joking.
It was just a matter of time for the Tritons to start playing at
a level that matches the level of talent they have on thier
team. Hopefully i'll be home in time to help the Stars take
possession of first place. Well, thats it from me. Hope to see
you all soon, on the playing field that is, and good luck to all
the teams.
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Dennis Olmezer replies on
June 2, 2003:
Glad to here from you and look forward to your return. Be
well. Dennis #20 Sunsets.
Federal
League Celebrates 10th Anniversary ------by The Big
Kahuna----May 10, 2003
Today, May 10, 2003, is the 10th anniversary of the founding of
Federal League. Thank you to every player, coach, manager,
umpire, fan, groundskeeper, field administrator, and league
official who, through their hard work and dedication, have made
this possible. Here's to the next 10 years!
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Matt
Rosner replies on
May 14, 2003:
It is great to see that the Federal League already 10
years old!
I probably speak for alot of people when I say, 'Thank You' for
having such
a league that allows us to continue playing a sport which we
love.
Everyone in the league obviously loves baseball, and getting the
chance to
play
the game for 30+ weeks out of the year is somthing other people
envy.
Thank you Jamie and Nicole for "sticking" with this
project. We all look
forward
continuing success. Way to go!
hello ------by
Darren Saliva----April 27, 2003
hello to all and good
luck in the up coming season. hopefully ill be home in time to
play in the second half of the season. from iraq your friend
darren saliva!
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Peter
Prendes
replies on
April 29, 2003:
We are all very proud of you and all the troops serving.
Please keep yourself safe, and I look forward to seeing you on
the field real soon.
Dave Gardner replies on
May 13, 2003:
Hopefully, I'll be the happy one to
fly you home.
Great
Season, Pat ------by
Pat Vadala----February 14, 2003
Pat, congratulations
on the MVP award. You had a great season, so did the
Beacons. You were one of the final ingredients that put us over
the top, and
allowed us to win our first Championship. Great going!!!!
Pat Vadala
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Pat Vadala replies on
February 14, 2003:
Also, congratulation to Keith for
Manager of the Year, and Sandy (just give
me the ball anytime, anyplace) Glatzer for Pitcher of the Year
all awards
were well earned.
Matt Rosner replies on
February 19, 2003:
Hey Pat,
A real big congrats to you for winning the MVP award, especially
in your
first season. Well done!
Now, only if you were like this back in high school we'd have
something to
talk about. LOL
(Right Beardy?)
MVP
Voting ------by Pat Pisani----February 14, 2003
I'll
try to make this short and sweet. I like to thank everyone from
the
Federal League who voted for me as the League's MVP. I want to
congratulate
both of my teammates Sandy Glatzer and Pat Vadala on their great
seasons,
during the 2002 Fall/Winter League, as well as the other
candidates that
were up for the award. But the award is secondary, to the
Championship that
we won as a "Team" in January. All of the Lighthouse
Point Beacons are the
MVP'S- My brother Frank, Keith, Jamie, Eric, Jose, Manny, Pat,
Sandy, Rich,
Bob, Bryce, Faran, Mike, Harry and Peter. Thanks.
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CHAMPS!!! ------by
Bill Calla----January 20, 2003
congrats
go out to Keith, Jamie and the rest of the Beacons.You deserve
it.
Bill C #3
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congrats
to manager keith and his team the beacons ------by Fran
Eckert----January 20, 2003
the
beacons are like the 1934? muder's row yankees that had a great
hitting lineup. i mean c'mon look at the beacons 1-10 can hit
the ball and also they have ablitiy to score runs in bunches,
and in baseball when a team can score runs in bunches like the
beacons there tuff to beat. also the team has pitching w/bob,
rich and sandy, also keith, also mike caserta, they also have
speed , and there outfield is very good i'd they have 2 quality
outfielders maybe 3. well congrats on your championship, see u
real soon. i'm not daying nothing bad about your team, i'm just
saying u guys can play w/anybody the way u beacons hit.
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Darren Saliva replies on
January 20, 2003:
Congrats
to the Beacons! It is a Championship well deserved. I only have
one question. What the hell took so long? Now all you old timers
can retire. Kidding!
Drew replies on
January 20, 2003:
Congrats
beacons....well deserved win.....Class act team....We'll get ya
next season....
2002-2003
expansion division championship ------by Sandy
Cabrera----January 19, 2003
congratulations
beacons on a very well deserved championship. enjoy it
guys, you're the best. hope eric is allright from the blow
to the head.
see you guys on the ballfield soon.
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Good
Luck! ------by Darren Saliva----January 14, 2003
Good Luck to the Sunsets and the Beacons. From
what I read from the first game, I think this is going to be a
great series. From Ft. Dix, New Jersey (for now) I'll see all of
you later.
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keep
it up ------by Bill Calla----January 13, 2003
1 down 2 to go.
Hey Pat,
thank you for doing
the great job behind the plate that I
couldn't do last year. Go GET 'EM.
BILLY C #3
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good
luck ------by
Francis Eckert (Tritons)----January 9, 2003
good
luck to both the beacons and the sunsets, that series i think
will be a battle and will come down the final game. both teams
have hitting and pitching, but the keys for both teams will be
there defences so good luck to the sunsets and beacons. thanx to
all the players i played with and against.
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Drew replies on
January 9, 2003:
You
Tritons played a great game...better luck next season!!! Doc has
my vote for m.v.p....
Overwhelming
Pride.... ------by
Sean Saliva----December 31, 2002
Little
Bro,
Word can not express the level of pride that I feel when I tell
people your my brother. In many ways i wish i could be just like
you. Our entire life we have been joined at the hip....like peas
in a pod..... I don't think.....as a matter of fact I know, that
i have never been closer to anyone else in my life. We watched
our first baseball game TOGETHER, played our first Baseball Game
TOGETHER, and learned the game TOGETHER. When I joined the
Federal League it was because you re-ignited my passion and love
for baseball. Every time i step on the playing field I try to be
like you, My Favorite baseball player, you are one in a million
and if I could step out of my shoes and into any body else's
shoes I would not want it to be anyone else but you.
You always believed in my baseball talents and never doubted my
skills, even when everyone else did. Now you are going to be
away for a while, fighting for our freedom, fighting for me, our
family and our country. I can not tell you how proud I am to be
your brother. And how proud we all are of you. We still have a
lot of memories to share, and a lot of life to live. Be safe,
and Make it home. In your Honor I will wear your #22 for the
entire time you are away (hopefully my teammate will help me out
on this request) just to show a little gratitude for fighting
for my right to be free.........
Love your Brother,
Sean Saliva
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Thank
You! ------by
Darren Saliva----December 27, 2002
I just want to
thank everyone in the Fed League family for their support and
kind words. Good luck to all the teams......ESPECIALLY THE
STARS!! Lets make it back 2 back championships. I hope I'll be
trading my Army greens for my baseball pants sooner than later,
if not........c-ya later.
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Safe
Return ------by
Dennis and Nancy Olmezer----December 24, 2002
Darren,
On behalf of my family, my teammates, and my fellow Americans,
Thank you for defending our right to be free.
We have the utmost respect, admiration, and concern for all
service men and women that protect that right to feel safe from
those who would prefer us to live in fear.
Your individual contribution will make a difference. Your
family and close friends should be proud of you and your fellow
soldiers. As an aquaintance I feel pride and am anxious to
tell others I know you.
We are ALL in your debt. Be safe, God speed to for your
safe return.
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Our
prayers are with u darren ------by
Francis Eckert (Tritons)----December 21, 2002
i
wanna wish darren the best of luck and my prayers are with him.
i want to say its very good to know that we are w/people that
are gonna serve our contry. so darren my prayers are w/u so good
luck.
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Big Kahuna replies on
December 22, 2002:
The
spelling and grammar may be poor, but the sentiments expressed
in the message above are right on. All our best, Darren. Return
home safely.
Thanks ------by
Russ #20----November 15, 2002
To the Federal league, and the
Tritons,
I have given much consideration to
my decision, and I would like my teammates to know
that I have decided to leave the Tritons. I am walking
away quietly, and wanted to thank everyone. I have
played in the federal league for the past 4 seasons, and am
utterly disgusted with many things that have transpired within
our dugout this season. We were a very strong team, and
I feel that we should definitely be a contender.
However, there are 2 different ideas of playing baseball that
have been expressed. A) We're out here to have fun, and
B) we're out here to win. We'll Wednesday nites
outburst from our coach with the cursing and nonsense was
absolutely unacceptable. This was not the first time
this season, but unfortunately I won't be around to see
anymore. I would like to say one thing, I made mistakes
the other nite and for that I am sorry. But I will not
tolerate the BS anymore. I have proven over the past few
seasons that I have skills to be on that diamond, and never
have posted blame on him for giving up games, and it was
ridiculous. I really can't tolerate having to haul ass
from work in Miami, to get to a game and be used sparingly.
I would like to say that many people within the league know
that I can play ball. If I didn't have any skills, I
wouldn't be on the diamond. This is why it has been such
a difficult decision for me, but after the season, I would
like to figure out where I can play again. To Jamie and
Nicole, thanks for allowing me to be a part of the federal
league. To the rest of the Tritons, I wish you all the
best for the rest of the season.
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Baseball
Etiquette 101 ------by
Darren Saliva----November 8, 2002
It
is not a surprise that Dennis would give the sign to steal or
let his players steal when they have a commanding lead. He has
done it before and I don't think he is going to stop. I think
some of the real ball players on his team should school him on
baseball etiquette.
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Dennis replies on
November 9, 2002:
Get The
Facts Straight: hey pal, ask around, it was not my call. FYI
Expansion
Division ------by
Matt
#2----November 5, 2002
Is anyone else excited
about seeing at least 3 or 4 teams fighting for the
division crown?
No to mention that there are still enough games left for a
spoiler and
breakthrough performance. The upcoming weeks will be
exciting, and each
game played means a more than the next.
Good luck to everyone, the challenges will be fun.
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Best
Wishes ------by
Matt
(00) Robertson----October 28, 2002
Special thanks to all
of my Federal League friends & teammates!
I'm truly honored to have played for and against such a fine
class of
individuals.
The list of people I admire and appreciate would take more time
than I am
able to express.
Thank you Jamie & Nicole!
All of my best.
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Fran replies on
November 1, 2002:
evwnthough
i meet u last year u are a good person, and a fun teammate to
have shared the field with. so good luck in whatever u do. from
fran. also i have keeped ur legacy by wearing #00 if that's ok,
cuz if you'd like it to be retired i'll be more than happy to do
that for a good guy like you. so matt god bless you and best of
luck to u.
Bill Calla replies on
November 11, 2002:
IT WAS A PLEASURE PLAYING AGAINST YOU IN THIS LEAGUE. YOU
ARE A CLASS
ACT.GOOD LUCK
To
all of the Sentries ------by
Dave
Gardner----October 27, 2002
Thanks for a wonderful
game on Sunday. I have never had so much fun coaching third
base, you guys all really put it out. Now I know why my coaches
in high school and college used to smile so much every time I
stole a base. Thanks for passing the thrill on.
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Stay
Hot ------by Chris D----October 25, 2002
Way to play Sentries,
lets carry this momentum with us for the rest of the
season and make a good run, way to call up the Rally Monkey and
overcome
that 8 run deficit
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Scooby
contact me ------by PVadala----October 14, 2002
Scooby
I am having trouble getting in touch with you. Give me a call
A.S.A.P. if you lost my number I am sure Jamie could give it to
you. Thanks,
Pat Vadala
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Bump
In The Road ------by tgreenbaum----October 10, 2002
I just wanted to say
my peace...After a hearfelt victory last week, we came back down
to earth and laid a big fat egg on Wednesday against the
Beacons.... S... happens! On
the positive side, Teddy made an awesome assist to nail a guy at
home, and Ray made some nice catches and nailed a double. We
also had a few timely hits in the 3rd inning, but the rest was
forgettable. With the players we have, we are capable of beating
any team in the league on any given day...We've just got to play
fundamental ball, which means covering each other's backs and
getting our heads out of our asses!! ITS A TEAM EFFORT. We need
to get ourselves back into gear and forget that one! The Tritons
are better than that! I'm bringing a challenge to the
table. We will play .500 ball or better the rest of the
season!!! We didn't come out here to lay down for anyone.
Let's all bring our "A" game on Sunday and get back to
.500 and beyond...
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Pdiddy319 replies on
October 15, 2002:
Since
you're playing the Stars, don't think that we're not going to
bring it. The Stars have been there before and know how hard you
have to play to make it and stay at .500, but we also know how
hard it is to beat a team thats playing to stay in first place.
Good luck to you guys on sunday and may the best team win!
odds ------by Dennis----October 9, 2002
Darren,
You taught me alot about odds!
The odds were stacked against the Sunsets last week VS the
Stars.
We were short 6 playes and 5 of them starters, but the odds were
wrong.
When it really matters, count on Sean Saliva-----Always a team
player!
Norm, well you gotta love the long ball.
Very nice to play the Stars with out the animosity.
Niles , you threw a good game, Brett on short rest u did
as well.
And yes the Goliaths can hit!
Brett Oct 20 see you then!!!!!!!!!
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Drewbacca72 replies on
October 9, 2002:
The
Goliaths did hit the ball well, but the Sunsets beat
themselves...to many errors and bad plays...It does happen to
the best of us....We'll get 'em next time...Hopefully Coach O
will give me the start...hint hint...haha!!!!...The Wookie....
Not Suprising At All ------pdiddy319----October 8, 2002
It was
not surprising that the Goliaths beat the Sunsets. They hit the
ball better than some of the teams in the league. All they need
is some pitching and they will be back to the same Goliaths I've
known in the past. What is surprising is the grand slam hit by
my good for nothing brother J/K. It is still too painful to talk
about it. Watch out next game 'cause you might get one high and
in. But all kidding aside good hit. Hopefully I won't have to
wait another 8 years before I see you hit another homerun.Yes,
your last and only HR (before this one) was 8 years ago, which
by the way, was also a game winning grand slam. Wow......what a
stat, 2 career homeruns, both were grand slams, and both were to
win the ball game.
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Billy Reinhart ------THill14----October 7, 2002
Billy
was a big part of the superstars as a teammate and a friend. I
hate to see something like that happened to a great guy. I
just want to wish Billy the best and I hope that he has a
healthy recovery. Your
friend and Teammate,
Undy
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retraction? ------by
ScbMorgan35----October 6, 2002
As
you told me in the past Jamie, always have your facts straight
about what your writing. I see by the article that you
wrote about me, you don't. If you wanted the story, why
didn't you ask me about it.
The reasons for me doing this is nobody's concern or business.
I asked for my release from the Superstars. In your
article, you said, " I was traded." Not true.
Simon Walters, the Superstars manager, would not release me
unless he had compenstation. Jon Simon of the Sun Devils
said no problem. You had also said something about some of
the players on the Superstars had friction with me. Where
did you get such an idea? I've been in this league for
years and this is the first time you wrote about any player and
team problems. So keep those ideas to yourself.
I hope there is a retraction on this note. And next time
please call me first about any issues as you might say.
Stick to your words. Thanks, SCOOBY
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Big Kahuna replies on
October 7, 2002:
Fair
enough. I should have been more thorough in checking on the
"reports of friction" between you and any of your
teammates and I should have called you. It was reported to me
that such problems may have existed, but I did not confirm such
reports and that was careless on my part.
However, you were traded. You acknowledge yourself that
the Superstars asked for compensation and, since they received
compensation, that, in effect constitutes a trade.
In the future I will try to do a better job of checking on my
information before running such a story. Best of luck with your
new team.
Way
to go Sean!!! ------Drewbacca72----October 6, 2002
I'm
starting the Sean Saliva fan club.......Whos with me!!!!...Your
the man!!!!!
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Brett 29 replies on
October 7, 2002: Congrats
Sean, it has been a long time coming but I never doubted your
swing. It is a home run swing and you finally got a big
one. I hope after last Thursday night you went straight to the
batting cages, apparently you did....hahaa
The
Stars ------Darren Saliva #22----October 5, 2002
I like
the poll question, but there is only one thing wrong! I can't
vote for the Stars! What I mean is, the Stars are known to kick
themselves in the rear on occasion so why not be able to vote
for themselves. Just a little humor I learned this weekend at my
reserve drill. Darren Saliva # 22
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Thank
You Ump ------Darren Saliva #22----October 2, 2002
I would like to take
the time to thank the home plate umpire of the Beacons/Stars
game on Tuesday night for his wonderful lesson on how not to
mess with the umpires. I want to thank you for ejecting me from
the game! You really taught me a lesson. Wow! If only I had
learned to be more careful with the umpires back in Little
League....maybe I wouldn't have been thrown out of the game. To
my teammates I am sorry. Sorry for once again lashing out at the
umpires the way that I always do, but don't worry, 'cause
I'm going to my ARMY RESERVES drill this weekend for some
hard core discipline..... which obviously I need. For the sake
of myself and my teammates, in the worlds of Austin Powers,
"I am spent." Thank you.
Darren Saliva #22 <
