Broxton – CF
Owings – SS
Nick – 2B
Borchering – 3B
Davidson – DH
Stone – 1B
Diaz – RF
Hollinger – C
Narodowski – LF
Belfiore – SP
I rarely do pregame interviews before morning games (just not enough time to get it done). So we'll do an extended scoreboard and standings look instead this morning.
10:10 Pregame Show.
10:30 First Pitch.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Good Morning!
Are you awake yet? Game time in less than two hours (posted at 8:39 AM).
I hope to have lineups for you soon. Here's a few tidbits from the Media Notes:
• The Silver Hawks are one of seven teams in Minor League Baseball without a win so far.
• Bobby Borchering, David Narodowski, and Bobby Stone picked up their first hits of the year last night.
• Alberto Diaz (4), Ryan Babineau (3), and David Nick (3) each had hitting streaks end last night.
I hope to have lineups for you soon. Here's a few tidbits from the Media Notes:
• The Silver Hawks are one of seven teams in Minor League Baseball without a win so far.
• Bobby Borchering, David Narodowski, and Bobby Stone picked up their first hits of the year last night.
• Alberto Diaz (4), Ryan Babineau (3), and David Nick (3) each had hitting streaks end last night.
Monday, April 12, 2010
April 12th Starting Lineup
A few more changes today as manager Mark Haley is trying to find the right combination to break this losing streak.
Broxton - CF
Nick - 2B
Borchering - 3B
Davidson - DH
Stone - 1B
Diaz - RF
Babineau - C
Narodowski - SS
Inciarte - LF
Taylor - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with second baseman David Nick.
Pregame show begins at 6:10 PM Eastern Time.
First pitch is scheduled for 6:30 PM Eastern Time.
If you live in the South Bend area, it's a Dollar Monday with $1 bleacher seats, hot dogs, and Pepsi products. Come on out and root the Hawks on to their first victory!
Broxton - CF
Nick - 2B
Borchering - 3B
Davidson - DH
Stone - 1B
Diaz - RF
Babineau - C
Narodowski - SS
Inciarte - LF
Taylor - SP
Tonight's pregame interview is with second baseman David Nick.
Pregame show begins at 6:10 PM Eastern Time.
First pitch is scheduled for 6:30 PM Eastern Time.
If you live in the South Bend area, it's a Dollar Monday with $1 bleacher seats, hot dogs, and Pepsi products. Come on out and root the Hawks on to their first victory!
From the Notes - April 12th
Occasionally, I'll post some interesting tidbits from my Media Notes. Here are today's interesting facts:
-The Silver Hawks rank 16th (last) in the league in both team batting average and team ERA
-South Bend has been held hitless for at least five consecutive innings in each of the first four games, including 7.1 innings Thursday, 6.2 innings on Friday, 5.1 innings on Saturday, and 5.1 innings on Sunday.
-David Nick reached base in seven straight plate appearances from Friday night to Sunday afternoon (five hits, two walks)
-The Silver Hawks rank 16th (last) in the league in both team batting average and team ERA
-South Bend has been held hitless for at least five consecutive innings in each of the first four games, including 7.1 innings Thursday, 6.2 innings on Friday, 5.1 innings on Saturday, and 5.1 innings on Sunday.
-David Nick reached base in seven straight plate appearances from Friday night to Sunday afternoon (five hits, two walks)
Former Silver Hawk on D'Backs DL
Miguel Montero has been placed on the 15-day disabled list for the Arizona Diamondbacks with a right knee sprain. John Hester has been recalled from Triple-A Reno to fill his roster spot.
Montero played in South Bend in 2004, and has been a very good young catcher for the Diamondbacks. I don't know a ton about Hester, other than he was very solid in his debut last year and Mark Haley (a former catcher himself) speaks highly of Hester's ability behind the plate.
Montero played in South Bend in 2004, and has been a very good young catcher for the Diamondbacks. I don't know a ton about Hester, other than he was very solid in his debut last year and Mark Haley (a former catcher himself) speaks highly of Hester's ability behind the plate.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Sunday Nights and Pictures
For those of you new to following the blog, I just wanted to let you know that very rarely will I be posting on Sunday nights.
Sundays are the only day of the week where I usually get home at a normal hour, and then spend the rest of the night catching up with family, friends, and doing my laundry (exciting, right?).
Anyhow, I mentioned that I would be taking some pictures of the stadium and posting them on the blog. I'll do that tomorrow morning/afternoon and try to get them up before game time.
I hope you're enjoying the broadcasts, even if you aren't enjoying the results so far. Questions or comments can always be left on the blog posts (use the "comments" link below) or by emailing me at oserey@silverhawks.com.
More on Monday...
Sundays are the only day of the week where I usually get home at a normal hour, and then spend the rest of the night catching up with family, friends, and doing my laundry (exciting, right?).
Anyhow, I mentioned that I would be taking some pictures of the stadium and posting them on the blog. I'll do that tomorrow morning/afternoon and try to get them up before game time.
I hope you're enjoying the broadcasts, even if you aren't enjoying the results so far. Questions or comments can always be left on the blog posts (use the "comments" link below) or by emailing me at oserey@silverhawks.com.
More on Monday...
April 11th Lineup
Some changes today
Inciarte – LF
Nick – 2B
Owings – SS
Broxton – CF
Davidson – 3B
Diaz – RF
Babineau – DH
Hollinger – C
Estevez – 1B
Anderson – SP
Our pregame interview guest is manager Mark Haley.
Pregame coverage begins at 3:40 PM Eastern Time.
First pitch is at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Listen live at www.silverhawks.com or on 1620 AM ESPN Radio.
Inciarte – LF
Nick – 2B
Owings – SS
Broxton – CF
Davidson – 3B
Diaz – RF
Babineau – DH
Hollinger – C
Estevez – 1B
Anderson – SP
Our pregame interview guest is manager Mark Haley.
Pregame coverage begins at 3:40 PM Eastern Time.
First pitch is at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Listen live at www.silverhawks.com or on 1620 AM ESPN Radio.
Slow Starters
The South Bend Silver Hawks...
...lost their first three games in 2010.
...lost their first three games in 2009 (went to playoffs)
...lost their first nine games in 2008 (went to Midwest League Finals).
...lost their first four games in 2007 (went to Eastern Division Finals).
...lost their first three games in 2010.
...lost their first three games in 2009 (went to playoffs)
...lost their first nine games in 2008 (went to Midwest League Finals).
...lost their first four games in 2007 (went to Eastern Division Finals).
Saturday, April 10, 2010
April 10th Lineup
Not much change, just swapping out the catchers again and changing the field position of Borchering/Davidson.
Owings - SS
Nick - 2B
Borchering - DH
Broxton - CF
Davidson - 3B
Stone - 1B
Diaz - RF
Babineau - C
Inciarte - LF
Smith - SP
Pregame interview guest is Arizona's Director of Player Development Mike Berger (great interview and good insight about the team).
Pregame show begins at 5:10 PM Eastern.
First pitch at 5:30 PM Eastern.
Owings - SS
Nick - 2B
Borchering - DH
Broxton - CF
Davidson - 3B
Stone - 1B
Diaz - RF
Babineau - C
Inciarte - LF
Smith - SP
Pregame interview guest is Arizona's Director of Player Development Mike Berger (great interview and good insight about the team).
Pregame show begins at 5:10 PM Eastern.
First pitch at 5:30 PM Eastern.
Poll Results
I'm not shocked that Justin Upton won the poll for which former Silver Hawks outfielder would have the best career, but I am a bit surprised by the margin. I thought Mike Cameron or Carlos Gonzalez would be a bit closer, but the fans have spoken.
A new poll is on the right asking about former South Bend infielders.
A new poll is on the right asking about former South Bend infielders.
Long Games
The first two games of the 2010 season have lasted 3:14 and 3:11 for the Silver Hawks and Loons. That's way above the average game time for 2009 in the Midwest League.
However, it could be a lot worse.
The Dayton Dragons and Lansing Lugnuts have gone to extra innings in each of the first two games of the season, totaling seven hours and 12 minutes of baseball (47 minutes longer than the Silver Hawks).
In case you are curious, the average time for 9 inning games in the Midwest League so far this season is 2 hours and 42 minutes. The Silver Hawks have averaged 3 hours and 12 minutes so far.
File that under useless information that no one cares about.
However, it could be a lot worse.
The Dayton Dragons and Lansing Lugnuts have gone to extra innings in each of the first two games of the season, totaling seven hours and 12 minutes of baseball (47 minutes longer than the Silver Hawks).
In case you are curious, the average time for 9 inning games in the Midwest League so far this season is 2 hours and 42 minutes. The Silver Hawks have averaged 3 hours and 12 minutes so far.
File that under useless information that no one cares about.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Tonight's Interview
Okay, my pregame interview is recorded. Tonight's guest will be Keon Broxton (2-4, 2B, 2 RBI last night).
Game time is at 6:30 PM Eastern.
Pregame coverage is at 6:10 PM Eastern.
We were a bit late connecting to the online broadcast last night, but I believe that problem has been worked out (I hope so).
Again, if you ever have issues with the streaming audio feed, please follow the instructions in the upper right corner of this blog.
Hopefully tonight will be the first victory of 2010!
Game time is at 6:30 PM Eastern.
Pregame coverage is at 6:10 PM Eastern.
We were a bit late connecting to the online broadcast last night, but I believe that problem has been worked out (I hope so).
Again, if you ever have issues with the streaming audio feed, please follow the instructions in the upper right corner of this blog.
Hopefully tonight will be the first victory of 2010!
April 9th Starting Lineup
It took me a while today to get through my media notes and stat pack, so I'm a bit lacking on the posts today. I'm about caught up though, so hopefully I'll get back on track with the regular posts in the next couple of days.
Anyhow, here is tonight's starting lineup for the Silver Hawks.
Owings - SS
Nick - 2B
Borchering - 3B
Broxton - CF
Davidson - DH
Stone - 1B
Diaz - RF
Hollinger - C
Inciarte - LF
Brewer - SP
The only change is Hollinger in place of Babineau at catcher tonight, which is not a shocker simply because of how long and cold the game was last night.
I have not yet recorded my pregame interview yet, so the player is to be determined still.
Anyhow, here is tonight's starting lineup for the Silver Hawks.
Owings - SS
Nick - 2B
Borchering - 3B
Broxton - CF
Davidson - DH
Stone - 1B
Diaz - RF
Hollinger - C
Inciarte - LF
Brewer - SP
The only change is Hollinger in place of Babineau at catcher tonight, which is not a shocker simply because of how long and cold the game was last night.
I have not yet recorded my pregame interview yet, so the player is to be determined still.
About Last Night
I typically get into work about 10 or so on gamedays, but by the time I put together stat packs and media notes, it's often after lunch before I get around to blogging again (thus, why I'm just writing this at 12:10 when I've been here for over two hours already).
Anyhow, I know that you see a 16-5 loss last night, 3 errors, 9 walks, and no hits after the second inning, and think that this team is in trouble. I'm really not all that worried.
Obviously, last night was bad. However, it's just one of 140 games to be played in the regular season. I promise you there will be other bad losses over the next six months. There will also be some blowout wins. A good baseball expression is that you are never as good as your best win, but you're never as bad as your worst loss.
Aside from the bad things listed above, there were a few encouraging things. Early on, the hitting was great, particularly going the opposite way. Despite the three errors, there were some fine defensive plays turned in (particularly the second inning play by Chris Owings and the dig out of the dirt by Bobby Stone).
The weather should be better tonight, so let's hope that the play on the field is as well.
Anyhow, I know that you see a 16-5 loss last night, 3 errors, 9 walks, and no hits after the second inning, and think that this team is in trouble. I'm really not all that worried.
Obviously, last night was bad. However, it's just one of 140 games to be played in the regular season. I promise you there will be other bad losses over the next six months. There will also be some blowout wins. A good baseball expression is that you are never as good as your best win, but you're never as bad as your worst loss.
Aside from the bad things listed above, there were a few encouraging things. Early on, the hitting was great, particularly going the opposite way. Despite the three errors, there were some fine defensive plays turned in (particularly the second inning play by Chris Owings and the dig out of the dirt by Bobby Stone).
The weather should be better tonight, so let's hope that the play on the field is as well.
Thawing Out
Brrrr, it was cold out there tonight, and the long game with a big loss certainly didn't make it feel any better. I'm finally starting to warm up, as I hope the players are too.
I'm calling it a night for now, but I'll have some thoughts on the Opening Night loss when I get to work on Friday morning.
I'm calling it a night for now, but I'll have some thoughts on the Opening Night loss when I get to work on Friday morning.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Tonight's Game Still On
The tarp is off the field, and the Silver Hawks will be playing baseball tonight at 6:30 PM Eastern Time.
Here is the Silver Hawks starting lineup:
Chris Owings - SS
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Keon Broxton - CF
Matt Davidson - DH
Bobby Stone - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Ryan Babineau - C
Ender Inciarte - LF
Mike Belfiore - SP
Not a shocker, but tonight's pregame interview guest is manager Mark Haley. Listen live on 1620 ESPN Radio or online at http://www.silverhawks.com/ beginning at 6:10 PM.
Here is the Silver Hawks starting lineup:
Chris Owings - SS
David Nick - 2B
Bobby Borchering - 3B
Keon Broxton - CF
Matt Davidson - DH
Bobby Stone - 1B
Alberto Diaz - RF
Ryan Babineau - C
Ender Inciarte - LF
Mike Belfiore - SP
Not a shocker, but tonight's pregame interview guest is manager Mark Haley. Listen live on 1620 ESPN Radio or online at http://www.silverhawks.com/ beginning at 6:10 PM.
Spring Break Special
We understand that a lot of kids are on Spring Break currently, and we also realize that the first weekend of the season, the weather can be unpredictable.
So this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (April 9th -11th), all tickets are half-priced. Buy online at www.silverhawks.com, on the phone at 574-235-9988, or at the Coveleski Stadium Box Office.
So this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (April 9th -11th), all tickets are half-priced. Buy online at www.silverhawks.com, on the phone at 574-235-9988, or at the Coveleski Stadium Box Office.
Today's Weather
Well, it's not nearly as good as it was on Monday night for the exhibition game. It is currently in the 30's and rainy. However, I just went to weather.com and it is forecasting that the rain will move out and the temperature might get into the mid-40's, so we're still holding out hope for a game.
A couple of notes:
-If we are unable to play tonight, the two teams, our GM, and the Midwest League would have to decide when to play a doubleheader (either Friday or Saturday). There are a number of factors that go into that decision.
-The Dyngus Day celebration will still go on as planned tonight, even if we do get rained out. A $12 ticket gets you into the Polish buffet in the Upper Deck, plus a ticket to the game.
Again, as of now, the game is still on and we're hoping we can get it played. If anything changes, you'll know both on www.silverhawks.com and on my blog.
A couple of notes:
-If we are unable to play tonight, the two teams, our GM, and the Midwest League would have to decide when to play a doubleheader (either Friday or Saturday). There are a number of factors that go into that decision.
-The Dyngus Day celebration will still go on as planned tonight, even if we do get rained out. A $12 ticket gets you into the Polish buffet in the Upper Deck, plus a ticket to the game.
Again, as of now, the game is still on and we're hoping we can get it played. If anything changes, you'll know both on www.silverhawks.com and on my blog.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Where Are They Now
This is my third (and likely final) post today, so scroll down to read everything. Again, I'll typically post somewhere between 2-4 times each day during the season, so bookmark this blog and come back often.
Anyhow, I figured those of you that have been following the Silver Hawks for a while might want to know where last year's Hawks ended up to start this season. Below is the full list of guys that played for South Bend last season, and where they are beginning 2010.
BATTERS
Asencio, Isaias -- Extended Spring Training
Babineau, Ryan -- South Bend
Conner, Clayton -- Released in offseason
Davis, Chris -- High A Visalia
Diaz, Alberto -- South Bend
Duffy, Brendan -- Released in offseason, haven't seen his name surface anywhere else
Elmore, Jacob -- Double A Mobile (Has started catching as well to add to his value as a utility player, thus the big jump from low-A to double-A)
Estevez, Victor -- South Bend
Gomez, Nelson -- Released at end of last season
Krauss, Marc -- High A Visalia
Marte, Alfredo -- High A Visalia
Navarro, Reynaldo -- High A Visalia
Parker, Justin -- Released last week
Perez, Rossmel -- High A Visalia
Pollock, A.J. --Elbow Injury, Out for 3 months
Ramirez, Ramon -- Released during last season
Van Winkle, Tyson -- Hamstring injury, starting in extended spring training
Wheeler, Ryan -- High A Visalia
PITCHERS
Capellan, Victor -- High A Visalia
Cook, Ryan -- Extended Spring Training (Not sure why he didn't make Visalia out of camp)
Harden, Trevor -- High A Visalia
Hose, TJ -- High A Visalia
Mace, Justin -- High A Visalia
Meaker, Jordan -- Released at the end of last season
Miley, Wade -- High A Visalia
Moorhouse, Brett -- High A Visalia
Morgan, Sean -- Released last week
Ortega, Yonata -- South Bend
Quezada, Rafael -- South Bend
Rodriguez, Randy -- South Bend
Sinclair, Taylor -- High A Visalia
Smith, Eric -- South Bend
Sosa, Keny -- South Bend
Summers, Houston -- Released by Diamondbacks, Signed by Cardinals, Don't see him on any of their rosters
Vasquez, Daniel -- Released
Wilson, Brad -- Extended Spring Training
Woodall, Bryan -- High A Visalia
Zepeda, Bayron -- Reportedly retired
Anyhow, I figured those of you that have been following the Silver Hawks for a while might want to know where last year's Hawks ended up to start this season. Below is the full list of guys that played for South Bend last season, and where they are beginning 2010.
BATTERS
Asencio, Isaias -- Extended Spring Training
Babineau, Ryan -- South Bend
Conner, Clayton -- Released in offseason
Davis, Chris -- High A Visalia
Diaz, Alberto -- South Bend
Duffy, Brendan -- Released in offseason, haven't seen his name surface anywhere else
Elmore, Jacob -- Double A Mobile (Has started catching as well to add to his value as a utility player, thus the big jump from low-A to double-A)
Estevez, Victor -- South Bend
Gomez, Nelson -- Released at end of last season
Krauss, Marc -- High A Visalia
Marte, Alfredo -- High A Visalia
Navarro, Reynaldo -- High A Visalia
Parker, Justin -- Released last week
Perez, Rossmel -- High A Visalia
Pollock, A.J. --Elbow Injury, Out for 3 months
Ramirez, Ramon -- Released during last season
Van Winkle, Tyson -- Hamstring injury, starting in extended spring training
Wheeler, Ryan -- High A Visalia
PITCHERS
Capellan, Victor -- High A Visalia
Cook, Ryan -- Extended Spring Training (Not sure why he didn't make Visalia out of camp)
Harden, Trevor -- High A Visalia
Hose, TJ -- High A Visalia
Mace, Justin -- High A Visalia
Meaker, Jordan -- Released at the end of last season
Miley, Wade -- High A Visalia
Moorhouse, Brett -- High A Visalia
Morgan, Sean -- Released last week
Ortega, Yonata -- South Bend
Quezada, Rafael -- South Bend
Rodriguez, Randy -- South Bend
Sinclair, Taylor -- High A Visalia
Smith, Eric -- South Bend
Sosa, Keny -- South Bend
Summers, Houston -- Released by Diamondbacks, Signed by Cardinals, Don't see him on any of their rosters
Vasquez, Daniel -- Released
Wilson, Brad -- Extended Spring Training
Woodall, Bryan -- High A Visalia
Zepeda, Bayron -- Reportedly retired
Broadcaster Oops
I hope I do a better job this year broadcasting Silver Hawks games than this guy does covering the soccer game he was supposed to be watching. Classic video.
April 6th Morning Report
A few notes for you to start the day...
-The players had practice yesterday evening, and they signed up for their gym memberships so they have a place to work out while they are in South Bend. The last two days have also been used to get the players set up with apartments to live in for the year.
-Monday I went to all 25 guys and had them pronounce their name for me so that I made sure I got it right. Yesterday I went to all 25 guys again, and gave them the opportunity to change their height, weight, and hometown on the roster to be sure that it was accurate. So if click on the roster tab on www.silverhawks.com, the height and weight are what the players told me (I made them promise to be accurate!).
-As far as practice goes, yesterday the Silver Hawks had a "simulated game" against each other. The two pitchers I watched most closely on the mound were Dan Taylor (lefty, 5th starter) and Randy Rodriguez (righty, long reliever). I was very impressed by both pitchers, and I think the hitters were as well since many of them turned around after various pitches to ask the catchers "what was that?"
-Keny Sosa and Diogenes Rosario threw as well, but I wasn't behind the cage at that point and can't give a great report on there stuff. I can tell you that Rosario has a rather effortless motion, but still pops the ball around 92-93 mph.
-It's supposed to rain all day in South Bend today, so practice outside will likely be canceled. However, there are some indoor facilities that can be used (either the Silver Hawks cage beyond the centerfield wall or Notre Dame's facility on their campus).
-The players had practice yesterday evening, and they signed up for their gym memberships so they have a place to work out while they are in South Bend. The last two days have also been used to get the players set up with apartments to live in for the year.
-Monday I went to all 25 guys and had them pronounce their name for me so that I made sure I got it right. Yesterday I went to all 25 guys again, and gave them the opportunity to change their height, weight, and hometown on the roster to be sure that it was accurate. So if click on the roster tab on www.silverhawks.com, the height and weight are what the players told me (I made them promise to be accurate!).
-As far as practice goes, yesterday the Silver Hawks had a "simulated game" against each other. The two pitchers I watched most closely on the mound were Dan Taylor (lefty, 5th starter) and Randy Rodriguez (righty, long reliever). I was very impressed by both pitchers, and I think the hitters were as well since many of them turned around after various pitches to ask the catchers "what was that?"
-Keny Sosa and Diogenes Rosario threw as well, but I wasn't behind the cage at that point and can't give a great report on there stuff. I can tell you that Rosario has a rather effortless motion, but still pops the ball around 92-93 mph.
-It's supposed to rain all day in South Bend today, so practice outside will likely be canceled. However, there are some indoor facilities that can be used (either the Silver Hawks cage beyond the centerfield wall or Notre Dame's facility on their campus).
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Research, Research, Research
For those of you wondering what my job entails at this time of year, let's just say the title of this post says it all.
I have been researching every player on our team, trying to find out some background information that helps improve my broadcast. Let me just say that Google is a wonderful website.
I don't want to give names away, but here's some interesting info for you:
-One player was drafted in the exact same spot two years in a row
-One player has two NCAA baseball titles on his resume
-One player appeared as an extra in a movie
It's this kind of information that I'll use to help fill throughout the season. I get some initial information from internet research, and then I spend a good portion of the early season talking to players and just learning their "story"
I have been researching every player on our team, trying to find out some background information that helps improve my broadcast. Let me just say that Google is a wonderful website.
I don't want to give names away, but here's some interesting info for you:
-One player was drafted in the exact same spot two years in a row
-One player has two NCAA baseball titles on his resume
-One player appeared as an extra in a movie
It's this kind of information that I'll use to help fill throughout the season. I get some initial information from internet research, and then I spend a good portion of the early season talking to players and just learning their "story"
Tuesday Morning Report (April 6th Edition)
Good Morning!
I hope that everyone enjoyed the exhibition game last night, as the Silver Hawks defeated Notre Dame 4-0.
A few notes:
-Notre Dame has been struggling this year, but even still, a team of professional players should typically always beat a team of college players. It's nothing against the Fighting Irish, but the levels are different. I would say a Double-A team should always beat a single-A team. There's just a difference in the level of play.
-Even still, I was encouraged by the way the Silver Hawks played. They pitched well, hit decently, and made the plays in the field. It was nice to see this team get after it from the very beginning.
-I felt the broadcast was solid, even if I do say so myself. In an exhibition game with a lot of changes and trying to work in new sponsors and in-game reads, it's going to be choppy at times. But from a technical standpoint, I was very happy with how it sounded and I hope that you enjoyed it as well.
-On Thursday night, if you go to www.silverhawks.com there should be a "gamecenter" with linescore information. In this section, there will be a link that says "listen". Click on that, and it will take you to the All In Broadcast page where you select which format you want to listen in.
If you had any trouble with the streaming audio last night, please let me know. I haven't heard any complaints, so hopefully all ran smoothly.
Comments are always welcome to oserey@silverhawks.com or you can always comment on posts on this blog.
I hope that everyone enjoyed the exhibition game last night, as the Silver Hawks defeated Notre Dame 4-0.
A few notes:
-Notre Dame has been struggling this year, but even still, a team of professional players should typically always beat a team of college players. It's nothing against the Fighting Irish, but the levels are different. I would say a Double-A team should always beat a single-A team. There's just a difference in the level of play.
-Even still, I was encouraged by the way the Silver Hawks played. They pitched well, hit decently, and made the plays in the field. It was nice to see this team get after it from the very beginning.
-I felt the broadcast was solid, even if I do say so myself. In an exhibition game with a lot of changes and trying to work in new sponsors and in-game reads, it's going to be choppy at times. But from a technical standpoint, I was very happy with how it sounded and I hope that you enjoyed it as well.
-On Thursday night, if you go to www.silverhawks.com there should be a "gamecenter" with linescore information. In this section, there will be a link that says "listen". Click on that, and it will take you to the All In Broadcast page where you select which format you want to listen in.
If you had any trouble with the streaming audio last night, please let me know. I haven't heard any complaints, so hopefully all ran smoothly.
Comments are always welcome to oserey@silverhawks.com or you can always comment on posts on this blog.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Tonight's Broadcast Info
Very busy day...but pregame coverage begins at 5:10 tonight (eastern time). Here's your link to the broadcast: http://www.allinbroadcasting.com/Southbend.html
More posts tomorrow!
More posts tomorrow!
Roster Up on Home Page
Our official roster has been released. Go to www.silverhawks.com to read the press release!
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Roster and Broadcast Notes (VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW)
I know everyone wants the roster ASAP. I get that. But I also understand that our official opener isn't until Thursday, things can happen between now and then, and the Diamondbacks (amongst other major league clubs) don't like releasing a roster when they still might make a change to it. So everyone take a deep breath, enjoy the rest of your Easter Sunday, and we'll have the roster for you tomorrow morning.
Secondly, our games will be broadcast on 1620 ESPN Radio again this year in the South Bend area. If you live elsewhere, you can catch them all online. For the regular season games, a link will appear on http://www.silverhawks.com/ that should say "Listen". Click that, it'll take you to the page. Or, you can just bookmark http://www.allinbroadcasting.com/Southbend.html. That should take you to the page you need as well, and then just click what format you want to listen to it in.
THIS NEXT PARAGRAPH IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING I WILL EVER WRITE ON THIS BLOG!
You can only listen when the game is live. If you try to get it and the Silver Hawks aren't playing, you'll likely get an error message. If you are positive the Silver Hawks are playing, and you are not getting the game, please call 1-888-337-1105. This number will take you to All In Broadcasting. They stream our games for us, but they are neither employed by the Silver Hawks or ESPN Radio. Be polite, tell them you aren't getting the Silver Hawks game, and they'll try to fix the problem. I can't repeat this enough: Emailing me or calling ESPN Radio if you have problems with the streaming audio will not solve the problem. YOU MUST CALL THE 1-888-337-1105 NUMBER.
Secondly, our games will be broadcast on 1620 ESPN Radio again this year in the South Bend area. If you live elsewhere, you can catch them all online. For the regular season games, a link will appear on http://www.silverhawks.com/ that should say "Listen". Click that, it'll take you to the page. Or, you can just bookmark http://www.allinbroadcasting.com/Southbend.html. That should take you to the page you need as well, and then just click what format you want to listen to it in.
THIS NEXT PARAGRAPH IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING I WILL EVER WRITE ON THIS BLOG!
You can only listen when the game is live. If you try to get it and the Silver Hawks aren't playing, you'll likely get an error message. If you are positive the Silver Hawks are playing, and you are not getting the game, please call 1-888-337-1105. This number will take you to All In Broadcasting. They stream our games for us, but they are neither employed by the Silver Hawks or ESPN Radio. Be polite, tell them you aren't getting the Silver Hawks game, and they'll try to fix the problem. I can't repeat this enough: Emailing me or calling ESPN Radio if you have problems with the streaming audio will not solve the problem. YOU MUST CALL THE 1-888-337-1105 NUMBER.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
A Few More Cuts
Yesterday, Justin Parker was released by the Diamondbacks.
Today, Sean Morgan and Cody Evans got cut.
A few comments:
Parker is a solid ballplayer, and he was a sixth round pick in 2008. On the surface, it seems kind of early to release him. However, he's had trouble staying healthy as we saw throughout last season, and the concern is his body is breaking down on him after years of playing sports. He's also been passed up by a number of players at his position, with a lot more younger ones (Borchering, etc.) coming behind him.
Morgan is another guy who had trouble staying healthy. When he was healthy, the results were okay, but nothing that made you say "WOW!". I know both Morgan and Parker well from their time in South Bend, and I wish them both the best.
Evans pitched well in South Bend, but was still only 5-7 with a 3.02 ERA. He was always a guy that would lose a lot of games, even when pitching well it seems. His career record was 25-37, and at the age of 26, the Diamondbacks have apparently decided he's not a big part of their future.
Today, Sean Morgan and Cody Evans got cut.
A few comments:
Parker is a solid ballplayer, and he was a sixth round pick in 2008. On the surface, it seems kind of early to release him. However, he's had trouble staying healthy as we saw throughout last season, and the concern is his body is breaking down on him after years of playing sports. He's also been passed up by a number of players at his position, with a lot more younger ones (Borchering, etc.) coming behind him.
Morgan is another guy who had trouble staying healthy. When he was healthy, the results were okay, but nothing that made you say "WOW!". I know both Morgan and Parker well from their time in South Bend, and I wish them both the best.
Evans pitched well in South Bend, but was still only 5-7 with a 3.02 ERA. He was always a guy that would lose a lot of games, even when pitching well it seems. His career record was 25-37, and at the age of 26, the Diamondbacks have apparently decided he's not a big part of their future.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Official Roster on Monday
I know, I know...you all want the official Opening Day roster. However, even though players will be making their way to the South Bend soon, I do not have permission to release the roster until Monday morning.
This is so the Diamondbacks can make last minute changes, etc.
It'll be up on www.silverhawks.com as soon as it's final and I have the go ahead to release it.
Thanks!
This is so the Diamondbacks can make last minute changes, etc.
It'll be up on www.silverhawks.com as soon as it's final and I have the go ahead to release it.
Thanks!
It's Friday
Which means we are less than a week from Opening Day, and only 3 days away from the exhibition game with Notre Dame.
Monday's game with Notre Dame is at 5:30 PM, will be a 7-inning contest, and a portion of the proceeds will once again benefit the Ara Parseghian Medical Research Foundation for Niemann-Pick Type C Disease.
Thursday's regular season opener is at 6:30 PM against the Great Lakes Loons (Los Angeles Dodgers affiliate). For $12, you can be a part of our Dyngus Day Buffet in the Upper Deck. More details at www.silverhawks.com.
All games, including the exhibition, will be broadcast locally on 1620 ESPN Radio. They will also be streamed online. More details to follow on radio broadcasts!
Monday's game with Notre Dame is at 5:30 PM, will be a 7-inning contest, and a portion of the proceeds will once again benefit the Ara Parseghian Medical Research Foundation for Niemann-Pick Type C Disease.
Thursday's regular season opener is at 6:30 PM against the Great Lakes Loons (Los Angeles Dodgers affiliate). For $12, you can be a part of our Dyngus Day Buffet in the Upper Deck. More details at www.silverhawks.com.
All games, including the exhibition, will be broadcast locally on 1620 ESPN Radio. They will also be streamed online. More details to follow on radio broadcasts!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Former Hawks Battling for Final Roster Spot?
According to Steve Gilbert they are.
He has some more at the link, but here's the interesting excerpt:
SPEAKING OF NORBERTO: It looks like it could come down to he and Clay Zavada for a spot in the bullpen and Zavada did not help his case by walking the first batter he faced -- to force in a run -- Wednesday.
He has some more at the link, but here's the interesting excerpt:
SPEAKING OF NORBERTO: It looks like it could come down to he and Clay Zavada for a spot in the bullpen and Zavada did not help his case by walking the first batter he faced -- to force in a run -- Wednesday.
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