Tag Archive | "Brooklyn Dodgers"

Brooklyn Dodgers catcher Bill Bergen, 45 consecutive hitless at-bats: The Independent

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

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Dodgers Bill Bergen makes a not-so-distinguished appearance on an outstanding streaks list. The defensive catcher was notoriously useless when on the offensive. Among his embarrassing batting records was a run of 45 consecutive at-bats without [...]

NBA Lockout: Brooklyn Speaks Out

Monday, October 31, 2011

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We asked the people of Brooklyn if they can live without the NBA. Here’s what they have to say. (AP Photo/Tom Hevezi)

Giants vs. Jets: Who are the Kings of Kings?

Monday, October 24, 2011

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We asked the people of Brooklyn which team they thought owns the borough’s heart. Here’s what they have to say. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)   

Postcard from Ebbets Field: A visit to the home of the Brooklyn Dodgers

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

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Everyone in Brooklyn remembers the Brooklyn Dodgers, even if they never saw a game, and even if the memories aren’t their own. But as I walked around the Ebbets Field Apartments complex, where the team's stadium once stood, I felt I was on hallowed ground.

The Brooklyn Dodgers: A World Series Remembered

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

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October 4th marks the 56th anniversary of the Brooklyn Dodgers' first and only World Series championship before the team moved to Los Angeles. The Ink asked the people of Brooklyn about that day.

Remembering the Duke of Flatbush

Monday, March 7, 2011

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By Joe Deaux Edwin “Duke” Snider died last week in Escondido, Cal. He was 84 years old. For many in Brooklyn – especially those born after 1957 — the name conjures no recognition. But for [...]

World Series Opens Old Wounds of Nostalgic Dodger Fans

Friday, October 30, 2009

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As Yankee fans across the city root on their team in the World Series this week, Brooklyn Dodger fans lament the past.