Hall of Fame slugger Mel Ott figured out launch angle, exit velocity 90 years ago
One of the remarkable facts about Ott’s propensity for hitting home runs was that he stood only 5-foot-9 and only weighed between 160-170 pounds, not exactly the physique one would typically associate with a record-setting power hitter.
view morePint-sized MLB stars Altuve and Albies reminiscent of former New Orleans phenom Allan Montreuil
The two diminutive infielders bring to mind a New Orleans native from yesteryear, Allan Montreuil, who reached the majors despite his five-foot-five, 158 pound stature.
view moreSeveral former New Orleans players had their day in MLB All-Star Classic
While there aren’t any New Orleanians in this year’s contest, over the years there have been a handful of local players who turned in noteworthy performances on the national stage.
view more1970s: A Heyday for New Orleans in American Legion
Within a long history of success at the state level, the New Orleans-based Legion teams of the 1970’s were among the most dominant, winning nine of 10 state championships.
view moreWill Clark: Oh, What a Thrill! (Part 9)
It may have been a bit surprising when Clark retired immediately after the 2000 season. He had just come off one of the best two-month stints of his career, and at 36 years old it would seem he had a couple more seasons in him.
view moreWill Clark: Oh, What a Thrill! (Part 8)
Following three injury-plagued years with Texas, Clark rejuvenated his career with the Rangers in his last year with them. However, wanting to go in a different direction at first base after the 1998 season, Texas replaced Clark.
view moreOh, What a Thrill! Will Clark: Career Overview (Part 7)
His last two seasons with the Giants had been subpar for Clark, so the prospect of playing for his new team in a brand-new stadium energized him.
view moreOne more diamond appearance for 93-year-old Nolan Vicknair
The World War II veteran and former pro ballplayer received a warm applause from the Baby Cakes crowd of 6,356 fans as he threw out the first pitch to ‘Cakes player Joe Gunkel before the game.
view moreOh, What a Thrill! Will Clark: Career Overview (Part 6)
Clark reluctantly left San Francisco as a free agent, signing with the Texas Rangers.
view moreOh, What a Thrill! Will Clark: Career Overview (Part 5)
In 1989 Clark put together the best season by a New Orleanian since Hall of Famer Mel Ott in the 1930s. Although he fell short of winning the World Series with San Francisco, Clark’s performance put him on the national map as a premier player.
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