Frank Robinson

The great Frank Robinson passed away yesterday. He did so much that these are just some of the highlights:

Two time MVP – only player to win in both leagues

First African-American manager

Triple Crown in 1966

Statues outside stadiums in three cities – Baltimore, Cleveland, Cincinnati

Manager of the year

One more on the late, great Frank Robinson from my "Stark Truth" book:

Who was the only man ever to win the Grand Slam of Baseball Trophies – MVP, rookie of the year, World Series MVP and All Star Game MVP?

Right you are. Frank Robinson. RIP
— Jayson Stark (@jaysonst) February 8, 2019

Been down all day. Will be for awhile. My friend has passed. My daughter called him “Dad” He treated her like a daughter whenever he saw her. My son would always get a hug. He made my wife laugh. He made me a better broadcaster. He is now with better ANGELS. I will miss #20. You?
— Joe Angel (@WaveItByeBye) February 8, 2019

Heartbreaking news in the passing of my Dear Friend & @McClymondsHS classmate Frank Robinson. It was my pleasure & great honor to have known him. We all know we lost one of the Greats, what we really lost was a Friend. #RIP @MLB @NBA @BleacherReport @MSNBC @CNN @SFGiants pic.twitter.com/KETXL9MhT8
— TheBillRussell (@RealBillRussell) February 7, 2019

Frank Robinson was not only a baseball lifer, he was a genuine baseball Renaissance man.

MLB Network mourns the passing of one of the game's all-time greats. pic.twitter.com/lBIUFVKdP1
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) February 7, 2019

Frank Robinson is the most ferocious competitor I’ve ever met, the most underrated player of all time. The Orioles won the World Series in his first year in Baltimore. Brooks Robinson told me, “Frank taught us how to win.” Frank taught me so much about the game. R.I.P. my friend
— Tim Kurkjian (@Kurkjian_ESPN) February 7, 2019

He was the only player to hit a home run out of Baltimore’s Memorial Stadium. There was a flag that said “HERE” marking where it went out.

Hey folks: You can get the link to the podcast about Frank Robinson’s most famous home run at this link: https://t.co/PKYXd14WCR #FrankRobinson @baltimoresun Some episodes are no longer on iTunes https://t.co/InkHvXLAFT
— Dan Rodricks (@DanRodricks) February 7, 2019

Frank Robinson's family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Frank’s memory can be made to the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee or the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, D.C.
— Joe Trezza (@JoeTrezz) February 7, 2019

Statement from Brooks Robinson on the passing of Frank Robinson. #orioles pic.twitter.com/cCEa0bt9O4
— Joe Trezza (@JoeTrezz) February 7, 2019

Frank Robinson and I were more than baseball buddies. We were friends.Frank was a hard nosed baseball player who did things on the field that people said could never be done.I’m so glad I had the chance to know him all of those years. Baseball will miss a tremendous human being.
— Hank Aaron (@HenryLouisAaron) February 7, 2019

Forever in Baltimore’s hearts. pic.twitter.com/QbeBjsgPDi
— Orioles on MASN (@masnOrioles) February 7, 2019

My col: The Frank Robinson I Knew. The proudest, orneriest, most competitive man in MLB for 50 yrs. A hero before I ever met him. A demanding porcupine to cover. A man of conviction & depth once you knew him. R.I.P. Frank. https://t.co/o0GUqoqkVL
— Thomas Boswell (@ThomasBoswellWP) February 7, 2019

The only time I am sure I saw him play was in 1962 when I saw the Reds play the Mets at the Polo Grounds.

Professor Longhair’s 100th Birthday

Professor Longhair is my favorite New Orleans musician. His piano playing is amazing and the rhythms are always pushed by the percussion. There are lots of good albums but my favorite is Rock’N’Roll Gumbo which was recorded in 1974 but not released in the US until the mid-1980s. His albums have huge overlaps on songs but that’s fine because the versions are always unique and worth listening to.

Today would have been Professor Longhair's 100th birthday. In his honor, some of those who knew Fess well, performed with him or were influenced by his unique style share their memories of the great Fess https://t.co/MGim3Q6rwq

— OffBeat Magazine (@OffBeatMagazine) December 19, 2018

One hundred years ago today, New Orleans piano legend Henry Roeland Byrd aka Professor Longhair was born. 🎹🎶 #Fess100 pic.twitter.com/5RaciyElk3

— New Orleans Jazz Museum (@nolajazzmuseum) December 19, 2018

PROFESSOR LONGHAIR – Big Chief Parts 1 & 2 – WATCHhttps://t.co/Kbv1nfKrHZ

— 広瀬もず (@mono_hoshi_zao) December 20, 2018

To celebrate Professor Longhair's 100th birthday, here’s Dr. John telling Clint Eastwood in “Piano Blues” about his hero, and Fess playing Tipitina! #Fess100 https://t.co/E2Dpa7aA1Z

— Dr. John (@akadrjohn) December 19, 2018

Plane crashes into Baltimore Memorial Stadium 12/19/76

On December 19, 1976, a small plane crashed into the upper deck of Baltimore’s Memorial Stadium.

Fortunately, the football game was over and nobody was seriously injured.

The photos are amazing.

Donald Kroner crashed a plane into Baltimore's Memorial Stadium in 1976 after a Colts vs. Steelers game. Nobody was injured, but it made for a crazy story the next day. 👇 https://t.co/nutNHtaSx3
— Ghosts of Baltimore (@GhostsofBmore) August 28, 2022

A single-engine plane crashes into the upper deck of Baltimore’s Memorial Stadium

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It’s National Cookie Day!

#NationalCookieDay: Here's where to pick up some free or discounted cookies https://t.co/qES3o22xHR pic.twitter.com/LhoexppdXt

— Newsweek (@Newsweek) December 4, 2018

See all those bags of cookies in the back? Yeah, they’re also his. Happy #NationalCookieDay to the one and only @MeCookieMonster! pic.twitter.com/cGmVBMetwZ

— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) December 4, 2018

Happy #NationalCookieDay, America! #GMADay

Find the best cookie recipes here: https://t.co/1l73nzGSzb pic.twitter.com/GlXvAbF0aP

— Good Morning America (@GMA) December 4, 2018

#NationalCookieDay you say … pic.twitter.com/6FYdPNI1zR

— National Museum of American History (@amhistorymuseum) December 4, 2018

#NationalCookieDay calls for a viewing of Gingerdead Man, starring Gary Busey as a killer whose soul winds up inside of a gingerbread cookie. And yes, the cookie of course goes on a killing spree. We wouldn't dare celebrate any other way. pic.twitter.com/TaDu4p7rGC

— Bloody Disgusting (@BDisgusting) December 4, 2018

Happy #NationalCookieDay! 🍪🍪🍪🍪

This strip is from August 28, 1986. pic.twitter.com/TK6DPiDjhi

— SchulzMuseum (@SchulzMuseum) December 4, 2018

Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K)

Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K) was 30 years old on November 24 , 2018. Season 12 (six episodes) is on Netflix now.

I attended the live show with the new cast on August 9, 2017. They did a great job on the terrible film Eegah.

The photo above is me (second from left) with the cast at the show.

#MST3K turns 30 today. Here's how the cult TV show changed pop culture https://t.co/QcJQOVoMu3 pic.twitter.com/WKZf6cqUv0

— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) November 24, 2018

15 Fun Facts About 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' — https://t.co/6rjsBhjlpg pic.twitter.com/s8uIQDSJ9s

— Mental Floss (@mental_floss) November 26, 2018

A schlub and some robots riffing on bad movies didn't necessarily sound like a recipe for longevity. But 30 years later, "Mystery Science Theater 3000" is still going strong. https://t.co/lbQk0DV6MJ

— The New York Times (@nytimes) November 25, 2018

Ed Reed’s 107 yard interception return

I have never seen a defensive player who knew more about how to run back interceptions.

https://twitter.com/TwentyER/status/1066038377143853058

Ed Reed has not one, but TWO 105+ yard Interception returns for TDs in his career.

Everyone else?… 0pic.twitter.com/3aIQQcrMEj
— Football’s Greatest Moments (@FBGreatMoments) June 7, 2024

Thanksgiving odds and ends

Here's raw footage of the Barney balloon getting destroyed in the 1997 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade… pic.twitter.com/zTBZjoYXOj

— Tanooki Joe (@TanookiKuribo) November 22, 2018

How long will Thanksgiving leftovers last? Here's a guide for what to keep and what to throw away https://t.co/F4AgCBCCGZ pic.twitter.com/7A8WNc79iB

— CNN (@CNN) November 23, 2018

There exists a recipe for a Flamin’ Hot Cheetos–covered turkey. But would you actually eat it? https://t.co/GmIfU6fRox

— New York Magazine (@NYMag) November 19, 2018

One of these is not like the other pic.twitter.com/zDql25PUIU

— 𝔾𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥 𝕊𝕔𝕠𝕥𝕥! 🇺🇸 (@ScottFrazier19) November 23, 2018

National Fast Food Day -11/16/18

The story of how McDonald's first got its start. #NationalFastFoodDay https://t.co/rgQM3bCBDu

— Smithsonian Magazine (@SmithsonianMag) November 16, 2018

Did you know, the United States has the largest Fast Food industry in the world? That's just a bit of trivia that does not seem to surprising … #NationalFastFoodDay is in full swing to celebrate today! What do you plan on having for lunch? https://t.co/3drvDdGBn5 pic.twitter.com/anIJJgdvU1

— NationalDayCalendar (@NationalDayCal) November 16, 2018

Happy #NationalFastFoodDay
Have some cake pic.twitter.com/0vygWjbouC

— Heyoka Muse (@ElectricOctopu3) November 16, 2018

Happy #NationalFastFoodDay pic.twitter.com/NTzfNw4kVy

— ~Stages~ (@_g00d_v1bes_) November 16, 2018

Three Ribwiches, please. And instead of a shake, I'd like a blended Ribwich.#NationalFastFoodDay pic.twitter.com/vNFsRj9gZC

— Homer Simpson (@Wisdom_Of_Homer) November 16, 2018

#NationalFastFoodDay

I ASKED FOR SOME CHEESE ON THE SIDE & ONE OF YALL EMPLOYEE'S DID THIS #McDonalds pic.twitter.com/S7ciQbtapT

— The Invisible Man (@invisibleman_17) November 16, 2018

#NationalFastFoodDay

I think somebody got lost… pic.twitter.com/oChLSXVRgj

— The Invisible Man (@invisibleman_17) November 16, 2018

Happy #NationalFastFoodDay! Here's a look at America’s unique burger styles, and where to try them: https://t.co/fH6XxHhBj5

— USA TODAY Travel (@usatodaytravel) November 16, 2018

Today is #NationalFastFoodDay! 🍔🍟🌯🌮🌭 pic.twitter.com/GgjbDEheJj

— CBS Philly (@CBSPhilly) November 16, 2018

Orioles won the World Series 10/16/83

They haven’t been back since. I saw game 2.

On this date 35 years ago, Oct. 16th, 1983 the Baltimore Orioles won the World Series, defeating the Phillies in 5 games #goodtimes pic.twitter.com/eXqC8Zhyrh

— Ron Matz WJZ (@RonMatzWJZ) October 16, 2018

Oct 16, 1983: 35 years ago, the Baltimore Orioles won the World Series in 5 games over the Philadelphia Phillies. #80s pic.twitter.com/7WPNH9zVDk

— Old School 80s (@OldSchool80s) October 16, 2018

Tommie Smith and John Carlos – 50 years ago today

50 years ago, on this day, Tommie Smith and John Carlos shocked the world with their peaceful demonstration against poverty, lynching, and the treatment of black people in the United States of America. This moment in 1968 continues to inspire athletes, like myself, pic.twitter.com/orF3jeC2SJ

— Malcolm Jenkins (@MalcolmJenkins) October 16, 2018

Today on the 50th anniversary of Carlos, Smith and 1968, please check out this interview I did with John Carlos that posted yesterday: “I’ve Been Raising My Fist For 50 Years.” https://t.co/4P9Ed6SDts

— Dave Zirin (@EdgeofSports) October 16, 2018

50 Years Ago Today: Tommie Smith & John Carlos raise hands for Black Power on the Olympic podium. Peter Norman, the Australian who takes silver, wears a badge from a US civil rights organization. Norman is ostracized for life. When he dies, Smith & Carlos serve as pallbearers. pic.twitter.com/pcrxMEuHuC

— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) October 16, 2018

And all disrespect to @brentmusburger who called Tommie Smith and John Carlos "black skinned stormtroopers" in 1968, and never had the character to apologize. Here's the article where he wrote that libel. https://t.co/KOzq8DYb6n

— Dave Zirin (@EdgeofSports) October 16, 2018

The third man on the podium

Fifty years ago, Harry Edwards was the lead organizer behind the Olympic Project for Human Rights, which led to Tommie Smith and John Carlos' Black Power salute atop the Olympic medal stand in Mexico City. Now, at 75, he’s counseling Colin Kaepernick. https://t.co/27wPbXnqdj

— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) October 15, 2018

Thank you to ⁦@David_C_Steele⁩ and Dave Zirin ⁦@EdgeofSports⁩ for sharing their knowledge on the ‘68 Olympics protest with my ⁦@merrillcollege⁩ Sports, Protest and Media class today. Buy. Their. Books. pic.twitter.com/wpi9UBTuJt

— Kevin B. Blackistone (@ProfBlackistone) October 17, 2018

50 years ago, U.S. Olympians Tommie Smith & John Carlos raised their fists in the ‘Black Power’ salute as they stood on the podium.

SN’s @David_C_Steele examines the current state of athlete protests and rebellion since the powerful moment in 1968: https://t.co/SOzY3MYdR9 pic.twitter.com/TozkQlrNVx

— Sporting News (@sportingnews) October 16, 2018