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George_Bell · 12-24-2014, 11:51 AM

1978 MLB Regular Season

I've been doing this for over a year now!! Wow. Thank you to everyone following along. I appreciate the encouragement, and I'm glad if your enjoying it. I am.

Here are the 1978 season's top 10 prospects

Sandy Koufax update to begin the season. After spending the 1975 season as the Twins closer, and the 1976 season as the worst reliever on the Twins staff, Koufax did not retire, and signed in Boston. He became a very trusted reliever in the Red Sox bullpen throwing 86.1 innings, with a 3.34 era. He has resigned in Boston, and at 42, looks to be filling the same role as last year. Koufax hasn’t been the same pitcher since his accident, but I’m impressed he’s still doing good things at this age.

Two months into the season, the NL East is completely below .500. The last place Philadelphia Phillies, at 16-30, are only 6 games out of first! First team to 81 wins will win that division!! I don’t think we have ever seen a team finish under .500 make the playoffs. Wait, what am I saying? Ofcourse we haven’t, I would know that!!

NOO!! Dave Winfield was the perfect Twin. Playing in his home town, being really good at baseball. He’s one of those players I was rooting for given the circumstances.

Winfield joins the Indians, which gives him a great chance at a World Series. He’s a quality player who is a great addition to the tribe. A trio of young pitchers head to the Twin city, and while all have potential, Winfield was the face of the franchise. Tough deal for Twin fans.

Another NOOOOO trade. The Expos trade Fred Lynn to Pittsburgh!

I loved the Lynn, Parker, Griffey outfield. I incorrectly stated they would win a lot of games in Montreal, but it did not happen. Parker was traded 2 years ago. Griffey’s injury problems limited him, and the Expos let him sign a MLC with the Yankees AAA team, Columbus. Now Fred Lynn is in Pittsburgh. Shows what I know, but I do think Gullickson has a great future as a starter.

Just figured I would give everyone a look at what game day looks like on August 4^th, 1978. Remember, I am big on the logos, uni’s and colours, so I often take a look at this stuff. Love it. Love the way it looks!! What a nerd! HA

The Cubs and Cardinals will be fighting it out for the NL east, and both teams are now well over .500!! The Indians and Orioles will do the same in the AL. The White Sox and Reds look pretty safe to win their divisions.

Ouch, huge blow to the White Sox. Jon Matlack, last years Rube Waddell winner, and 21-4 this year, damages an elbow ligament, and will miss an entire year minimum. He’s been nothing but great since he signed that big free agent deal. Without their ace, the White Sox chances at post season glory just went down.

With 6 games remaining, the Orioles hosted the Indians, who are separated by just 1 game in the AL east. This series will go a long way to determining who will play for the pennant.

12-24-2014, 11:51 AM	#915
George_Bell All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 1,988	1978 MLB Regular Season I've been doing this for over a year now!! Wow. Thank you to everyone following along. I appreciate the encouragement, and I'm glad if your enjoying it. I am. Here are the 1978 season's top 10 prospects Sandy Koufax update to begin the season. After spending the 1975 season as the Twins closer, and the 1976 season as the worst reliever on the Twins staff, Koufax did not retire, and signed in Boston. He became a very trusted reliever in the Red Sox bullpen throwing 86.1 innings, with a 3.34 era. He has resigned in Boston, and at 42, looks to be filling the same role as last year. Koufax hasn’t been the same pitcher since his accident, but I’m impressed he’s still doing good things at this age. Two months into the season, the NL East is completely below .500. The last place Philadelphia Phillies, at 16-30, are only 6 games out of first! First team to 81 wins will win that division!! I don’t think we have ever seen a team finish under .500 make the playoffs. Wait, what am I saying? Ofcourse we haven’t, I would know that!! NOO!! Dave Winfield was the perfect Twin. Playing in his home town, being really good at baseball. He’s one of those players I was rooting for given the circumstances. Winfield joins the Indians, which gives him a great chance at a World Series. He’s a quality player who is a great addition to the tribe. A trio of young pitchers head to the Twin city, and while all have potential, Winfield was the face of the franchise. Tough deal for Twin fans. Another NOOOOO trade. The Expos trade Fred Lynn to Pittsburgh! I loved the Lynn, Parker, Griffey outfield. I incorrectly stated they would win a lot of games in Montreal, but it did not happen. Parker was traded 2 years ago. Griffey’s injury problems limited him, and the Expos let him sign a MLC with the Yankees AAA team, Columbus. Now Fred Lynn is in Pittsburgh. Shows what I know, but I do think Gullickson has a great future as a starter. Just figured I would give everyone a look at what game day looks like on August 4^th, 1978. Remember, I am big on the logos, uni’s and colours, so I often take a look at this stuff. Love it. Love the way it looks!! What a nerd! HA The Cubs and Cardinals will be fighting it out for the NL east, and both teams are now well over .500!! The Indians and Orioles will do the same in the AL. The White Sox and Reds look pretty safe to win their divisions. Ouch, huge blow to the White Sox. Jon Matlack, last years Rube Waddell winner, and 21-4 this year, damages an elbow ligament, and will miss an entire year minimum. He’s been nothing but great since he signed that big free agent deal. Without their ace, the White Sox chances at post season glory just went down. With 6 games remaining, the Orioles hosted the Indians, who are separated by just 1 game in the AL east. This series will go a long way to determining who will play for the pennant.