David O'Brien
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Ink-stained wretch and music snob. Chronicling major league baseball for 31 years. #Braves beat writer for @TheAthletic.
Atlanta
Joined October 2009
Fair Territory! *LAD-MIL *SEA-TOR *What quick ends to each LCS could mean *Potential for Tigers to move Skubal *Managers accountable, GMs not *Risk of owners pushing for cap YouTube: https://t.co/Cp9BxG47rH Apple: https://t.co/eSbFvhhAsk Spotify: https://t.co/aiEiY7RchS
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#Braves' 1B Matt Olson and SS Nick Allen are Gold Glove finalists. FYI, other finalists at 1B are Philly's Bryce Harper and Cincy's Spencer Steer, and at SS, Cardinals' Masyn Winn and Dodgers' Mookie Betts. Olson should win easily, and Allen seems to have at least a decent shot.
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Some pics of the Central California Coast today, first two at Cambria and two at Morro Bay. #slocal #morrobay #cambria #moonstonebeach
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A perfect end to a Pismo Beach day: carnitas tacos from Papi’s Grill, and that sunset at the pier. #pismobeach
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The Angels & the Skaggs family presented their opening statements today. They portrayed wildly different perspectives on who's at fault. Two two sides are operating in separate realities. Here's what both sides said, and what comes next. Read: https://t.co/vB8i4FQ8Hv
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New column: I wrote about the Strangest DP in postseason history Monday night because of course I did. How can you not wax poetic about a "ground-ball" double play that had no actual "ground" in it? https://t.co/WbpJ5ARaYz
nytimes.com
What will you tell your grandchildren about the strangest double play in postseason history? Here's everything you need to know about it.
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Look at Wild Bill working that walk to load ‘em. What a finish to this game.
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Why in the world the Falcons and Bills won't use these throwback logos and uniforms all the time is beyond me. Both are far, far superior to their modern uniforms and helmets.
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Another great managerial job just opened up: Manager Mike Shildt retires from Padres
nytimes.com
Shildt went 183-141 with San Diego and 252-199 since first becoming the Cardinals' manager in 2018.
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Surfers at Pismo Beach Pier. And on the other side of the pier, the Western Surfing Association had a contest going that included the U9 (age 8 and under) push-in division. Check out this little dude after a push-in from his dad. #pismobeach
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In ALCS’ opening salvo, Cal Raleigh – slugger, receiver, pitch whisperer – once again does it all. Column: https://t.co/5odZCNNHz4
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Here’s Tyler on the Mariners’ unexpected Game 1 hero, Bryce Miller…
For Mariners, a fresh Miller is plenty filling in Game 1
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Paul Simon turns 84 today. He’s 5-foot-3 and a giant among songwriters. ⚡️ https://t.co/a8CwATrnka
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“The ground was shaking every inning.” My oh my. Amazing writing from @TylerKepner on an October classic. I couldn’t wait to read it. It was worth the wait
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Still seeking the first pennant in team history, the Mariners are headed to the ALCS for the first time since 2001.
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#BlueJays roster news: - Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer ON - Tommy Nance and Justin Bruihl OFF - Bo Bichette, still off. Didn’t progress enough
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Fun read from @TylerKepner, looking at the intermingled history of the Mariners and #BlueJays, including some bizarre baseball cards from 1977:
nytimes.com
When the expansion rosters were announced before the first year of each team's existence, Topps had to get creative with their cards.
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Sunset at Spooner’s Cove and the road to it in Montaña de Oro State Park, outside Los Osos, Calif.
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This game is unbelievable.
Back-to-back walks, that spells death this inning for Detroit
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Back-to-back walks, that spells death this inning for Detroit
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