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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	The designated hitter has come to the National League Northern Iowan 118:50, p.3	04/18/2022	Designated hitters are added to Major League Baseball.
2	Opinion: Shohei Ohtani is leading the charge of a new kind of baseball Northern Iowan 118:49, p.7	04/14/2022	MLB player Shohei Ohtani makes a splash in the MLB; photo.
3	MLB season preview: storylines and what to watch Northern Iowan 118:47, p.7	04/07/2022	A preview of the 2022 MLB season; photo.
4	Braves take on Astros in 2021 World Series Northern Iowan 118:18, p.6	10/28/2021	The 2021 World Series is set to begin October 26, between the Atlanta Braves and the Houston Astros; photo.
5	MLB preview: Who reigns supreme after offseason drama? Northern Iowan 116:39, p.6	02/27/2020	Hansen summarizes Major League Baseball (MLB) player trades and offseason drama as spring training commences, and speculates about who will do well in the coming season; photos.
6	MLB cheating scandal: are we really surprised it happened? Northern Iowan 116:29, p.6	01/23/2020	In the author's opinion, most sports teams cheat. Hornig discusses the recent Major League Baseball (MLB) cheating scandals involving the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox; photos.
7	Student researches women in baseball Northern Iowan 116:4, p.5	09/12/2019	Graduate student AJ Richards was interviewed and told her experience of presenting at the Society for American Baseball Research Conference last June. She explains why she wrote her paper about women in baseball. She also thanked the faculty that work at the leisure, youth, and human services department; photo.
8	MLB Opening Day, who wins it all in 2019? Northern Iowan 115:45, p.10	04/01/2019	Hansen discusses the MLB's draft and opening day and predicts how teams will fare; photo.
9	World Series: Red Sox ready for the Dodgers Northern Iowan 115:17, p.6	10/22/2018	Walsh discusses the upcoming baseball World Series and predicts the Red Sox will win over the Dodgers.
10	Opinion: Yankees-Cubs will make World Series Northern Iowan 115:5, p.6	09/10/2018	The author predicts that the New York Yankees will face the Chicago Cubs in the 2018 Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series; photo.
11	Smith, Nurse headline Panthers summer highlights Northern Iowan 115:1, p.13	08/23/2018	A summary of the summer athletic wins including baseball, basketball, and track and field; photo.
12	MLB: opening day for Chicago baseball Northern Iowan 114:47, p.10	04/02/2018	The MLB season started with the Chicago Cubs taking home a win.
13	The Houston Astros are your World Champions Northern Iowan 114:21, p.6	11/06/2017	Columnist Pady talks about the Astros' post-game season leading to the Championship, and what happened afterwards; photo.
14	MLB prediction: Dogers take World Series in six Northern Iowan 114:18, p.6	10/26/2017	Columnist Wauters predicts that the Dodgers will win the Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series; photo.
15	MLB teams advance to post season Northern Iowan 114:13, p.6	10/09/2017	Joel Wauters discuses which teams in Major League Baseball (MLB) are moving on to the playoffs; photo.
16	Judge and Stanton Northern Iowan 114:8, p.6	09/21/2017	Campbell discusses the end of the Major League Baseball (MLB) season; photo.
17	Young stars rise as 2016 looks like a promising year for the MLB Northern Iowan 112:50, p.6	04/14/2016	Deitrick discusses prospects for the upcoming Major League Baseball season; photo.
18	Chicago Cubs are favorites to win it all this season Northern Iowan 112:39, p.6	02/25/2016	Deitrick shares opinions and prospects for the baseball World Series, favoring the Chicago Cubs; photo.
19	Strength in numbers: baseball club building on success Northern Iowan 112:18, p.6	10/29/2015	Although UNI cut its NCAA baseball team after the 2009 season, the baseball club team is active and looks forward to the season.
20	It's happening: Cubs make a rare case for baseball greatness Northern Iowan 112:14, p.9	10/15/2015	O'Brien celebrates the recent wins of the Chicago Cubs; photo.
21	With so many deserving, who gets to be MVP? Northern Iowan 112:12, p.6	10/08/2015	Deitrick predicts who will be named Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the Major League Baseball (MLB) post-season; photo.
22	October is coming, which team will make a late playoff push? Northern Iowan 112:6, p.6	09/17/2015	Deitrick shares opinions on the Major League Baseball (MLB) playoffs; photo.
23	For the love of the cubs Northern Iowan 111:37, p.6	02/19/2015	Student Sean Dengler discusses the Chicago Cubs.
24	Silly or serious: MLB has to decide what the All-Star game should be Northern Iowan 109:58, p.3	07/12/2013	As of now, fans vote players into the All-Star game. Believes it is time for a change. The picks should be done by the players and/or managers. The team that has the home field advantage in the World Series has usually gone on to win the title; photo.
25	Basketball is ready to flourish worldwide Northern Iowan 109:57, p.3	06/28/2013	The three elite sports leagues of the USA are Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, and the National Football League. Baseball has the potential of becoming the biggest sports league in the next ten years if it can make a changes.
26	Instant replay may be baseball's last hope Northern Iowan 109:56, p.3	06/21/2013	The author states that if baseball wants to be around for years to come, there need to be some extreme changes to the game now, and they need to happen fast. Top items to change, learn to appreciate a slower paced game, and umpires' missed calls; photo.
27	Swing and a hit; UNI grad, former NY Yankees shortstop and all-around baseball advocate Northern Iowa Today 95:3, p.6	05/01/2013	Profile of Tyson Hanish, who developed a model for staying involved in baseball at the Business Incubator; photo.
28	Jackie Robinson biopic '42' falls short of expectations Northern Iowan 109:49, p.6	04/16/2013	The author believes that the movie "42" does not do justice to the story of Jackie Robinson's life and career. He argues that the dialogue was too corny and they downplayed the extent to which Robinson was discriminated against.
29	Passion is the last true catalyst for rivalry in our changing sports setup Northern Iowan 108:54, p.12	04/27/2012	Rivals, no matter what the sport, induce passion among fans, teams, and coaches.
30	Great sports traditions Northern Iowan 108:53, p.8	04/24/2012	Believes that the singing of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" at Wrigley Field, the beard growing during the Stanley Cup, and Super Bowl Day are three of the most remembered traditions in all of sports; photo.
31	MLB playoff expansion; good or bad? Public Relations News Release 108:48, p.12	04/06/2012	Pros and cons of adding another wildcard team to Major League Baseball playoffs examined; photo.
32	Time for some new national holidays Northern Iowan 108:45, p.13	03/27/2012	The start of the baseball season is the official sign that spring is here. Opening day and Super Bowl Sunday suggested as national holidays; photo.
33	Can Theo Epstein reverse the curse in Chicago? Northern Iowan 108:18, p.10	10/28/2011	Theo Epstein turned around the Boston Red Sox. He has been hired to do the same thing for the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs will bring a new and perhaps more difficult challenge to Epstein.
34	AL Wild Card: bigger collapse by the Red Sox or comeback by the Rays? Northern Iowan 108:11, p.13	10/04/2011	Writers debate what really happened in the race for the American League wild card spot in the playoffs.
35	Baseball: America's pastime Northern Iowan 108:6, p.9	09/16/2011	With the arrival of fall and the National Football League season, people seem to have forgotten the American pastime. It is frustrating that no one seems to know the winner of the World Series, but can rattle off the Super Bowl winners; photo.
36	Three grand slams in one game: the future of baseball? Northern Iowan 108:4, p.7	09/09/2011	Doubts that the record three grand slams in a game will ever be broken.
37	With some effort, any sport can be great Northern Iowan 108:3, p.9	09/02/2011	Forming an emotional connection with any sport can make you a fan.
38	How to make MLB more appealing to the average fan Northern Iowan 108:2, p.15	08/30/2011	Shortening major league baseball games would be beneficial to fans. Excess time taken between pitches should be eliminated.
39	Boomshakalaka! Northern Iowan 107:53, p.15	04/26/2011	A look back at some of the best games in professional basketball, baseball, hockey, and football; photo.
40	Next to baseball, soccer is still not superior Northern Iowan 107:50, p.13	04/15/2011	Article is written in response to a column that stated that next to soccer, baseball strikes out. Baseball is defended, including the length of the schedule; photo.
41	Ryan's Rants Northern Iowan 107:50, p.14	04/15/2011	Curses in baseball disputed. Red Sox are playing terribly this season and the Cubs are worse.
42	Next to soccer, baseball strikes out Northern Iowan 107:49, p.10	04/12/2011	Case made for soccer being the American pastime instead of baseball. Writer admits that many will disagree with his suggestion; photo.
43	Red Sox fans step back from the ledge Northern Iowan 107:48, p.9	04/08/2011	The Boston Red Sox have lost every game so far this spring; photo.
44	Is baseball still America's pastime Northern Iowan 107:47, p.9	04/05/2011	Television viewer statistics make the point that the Super Bowl and NBA finals both drew more viewers than does the World Series. The use of steroids and performance enhancing drugs may have marred the sport; photo.
45	This is the season that never ends Northern Iowan 107:46, p.6	04/01/2011	Preseason and post season games seem to be grueling in all professional sports; photo.
46	Career opportunities Northern Iowan 107:45, p.12	03/29/2011	Major league relief pitcher or NFL kicker would be two fine jobs in life. Little chance of injury, short work hours, and a rather long career possible are all pluses for these jobs.
47	Major League Baseball projections Northern Iowan 107:40, p.9	03/01/2011	Spring training games have begun and baseball fans are excited about the upcoming season. It is early, but teams are analyzed and predictions made for success or disappointment for the coming season; photo.
48	What is privacy? Northern Iowan 107:39, p.10	02/25/2011	Sports figures must realize that everything they do will be reported to the public. They really do not have a private life, especially if their actions cross the lines of law enforcement; photo.
49	Celebrate Black History Month Northern Iowan 107:37, p.10	02/18/2011	Many African -Americans have excelled in sports, but Hank Aaron is one that many look up to for his rise from the Negro League to the majors. Jackie Robinson was the first to break the color barrier in professional baseball; photo.
50	We are family Northern Iowan 107:36, p.13	02/15/2011	Family members competing on the same team or different teams make for great sports stories. Family connections are present in all sports; photo.
51	So long, evil empire ! Northern Iowan 107:17, p.14	10/26/2010	The Texas Rangers eliminated the New York Yankees from the American League Championships. The Rangers will play the Giants in the World Series; photo.
52	Athletes are human too Northern Iowan 107:14, p.10	10/15/2010	Professional athletes make mistakes. Brooks Conrad made three errors in one game of the National League Divisional Series; photo.
53	Swagger + sports = real entertainment Northern Iowan 107:13, p.9	10/12/2010	Believes that trash talking and swagger of some athletes are making sports more entertaining for many people in the stands; photo.
54	There's no crying in baseball! Northern Iowan 107:12, p.7	10/08/2010	Several strange circumstances with injuries to baseball players reviewed; photo.
55	Ryan's Rants: Officiating in pro sports has been questionable recently Northern Iowan 107:6, p.7	09/17/2010	Notes that umpires and football officials have made obvious errors recently; photo.
56	Ryan's Rants: College athletics are ruining my GPA Northern Iowan 107:5, p.14	09/14/2010	College football games interfere with homework
57	Brad's Sports Blurb: MLB double feature Northern Iowan 107:3, p.10	09/03/2010	Rookie sensation Stephen Strasburg is a candidate for surgery similar to the surgery that Tommy John underwent during his career. Now retired manager of the Chicago Cubs, Lou Piniella, will be considered for the Hall of Fame. Should he be admitted?
58	Brad's sports blurb: Pitching dominates the MLB landscape Northern Iowan 107:1, p.25	08/27/2010	Pitchers in the major leagues have had no-hitters going into the seventh inning thirty times already this season; photo.
59	Ryan's rants: This summer in sports Northern Iowan 107:1, p.25	08/27/2010	Baseball, UNI winning an ESPY, and the Thomas family being recognized at the ESPY Awards were highlights of the summer.
60	Brad's Sports Blurb; Ubaldo Jimenez throws first no-hitter in Rockies history Northern Iowan 106:51, p.11	04/20/2010	A look at the game; photo.
61	Brad's Sports Blurb Northern Iowan 106:46, p.9	04/02/2010	Baseball season is nearly upon us. Opening Day is often thought of as one of the best sports days of the year; photo.
62	UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp Public Relations News Release 2009:260, p.1	02/05/2010	An All-Sports Camp for children ages 6 - 12 will be held during spring break March 15 - 19. Children can participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodge ball and soccer.
63	Brad's Sports Blurb Northern Iowan 106:14, p.9	10/16/2009	Predictions for major league baseball divisional playoffs.
64	Brad's Sport Blurb Northern Iowan 106:12, p.9	10/09/2009	Major league baseball playoff predictions; photo.
65	Brad's Sports Blurb Northern Iowan 106:10, p.6	10/02/2009	Believes player salaries are ruining baseball. Teams are on an unequal playing field due to the salary caps; photo.
66	UNI SAAC to host junior panther day Northern Iowan 105:39, p.9	02/27/2009	Student Athlete Advisory Committee provides instruction on the basics in all sports during Junior Panther Day. The events are open to youth through the sixth grade; admission is free.
67	Douglas waiting for his ticket to the show Northern Iowan 105:37, p.11	02/20/2009	Brandon Douglas, a product of UNI baseball, is quickly rising through the Detroit Tigers farm system; photo.
68	UNI Wellness & Recreation Center to host All-Sports Camp Public Relations News Release 2008:350, p.1	02/18/2009	The camp will be offered during spring break. Children will have the change to participate in flag football, table tennis, volleyball, rock climbing, basketball, tai chi, swimming, kickball, baseball, softball, dodgeball and soccer, and more.
69	Yankees star admits use of banned substance Northern Iowan 105:35, p.12	02/13/2009	Another major league baseball star, Alex Rodriguez, confesses to using steroids; photo.
70	Rays: worst to first Northern Iowan 105:16, p.11	10/25/2008	Tampa Bay Rays are in the World Series for the first time.
71	Cubs early playoff exit gut-wrenching, expected Northern Iowan 105:13, p.15	10/14/2008	Chicago Cubs lose in the first round of the National League playoffs; photo.
72	Loveable losers happy to keep name? Northern Iowan 105:13, p.16	10/14/2008	Chicago Cubs suffered another meltdown during the playoffs.
73	Pump up the Purple Northern Iowan 105:12, p.	10/10/2008	Alumni events during Homecoming weekend; photo.
74	Post season curses abound in baseball Northern Iowan 105:11, p.20	10/07/2008	The Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox, and the New York Yankees are all baseball teams dealing with curses from past years; photo.
75	The curse of the billy goat no more? Will the Chicago Cubs win the 2008 World Series? Northern Iowan 105:8, p.10	09/26/2008	Opposing viewpoints on chances for the Cubs to win the Series; photo.
76	Have the Tampa Bay Rays exorcised the demons? Northern Iowan 105:5, p.16	09/16/2008	A look at a team that might make the MLB play-offs.
77	Two sports at the same time: not the ultimate fantasy Northern Iowan 104:59, p.8	07/25/2008	A look at fantasy baseball and football; photo.
78	Late-season surges bring fantasy fame Northern Iowan 104:58, p.8	07/18/2008	Fantasy baseball update.
79	First place no longer a fantasy Northern Iowan 104:57, p.8	07/11/2008	Advice on improving teams in fantasy baseball.
80	Fantasy baseball and oil prices converge Northern Iowan 104:56, p.6	06/27/2008	Fantasy baseball update.
81	Fuel your fantasy: this week's picks Northern Iowan 104:55, p.7	06/20/2008	Fantasy baseball picks of the week; photo.
82	Features unlimited Northern Iowan 104:54, p.14	05/02/2008	Thoughts on fantasy baseball.
83	Ageism: baseball's little white lie Northern Iowan 104:52, p.16	04/25/2008	Baseball players caught giving incorrect ages; causes for many problems; photo.
84	Life's long season Northern Iowan 104:52, p.16	04/25/2008	Reminder to participate in sports this summer; believes that merely attending some games will be of benefit.
85	To the forgiving go the spoils Northern Iowan 104:50, p.16	04/18/2008	Fantasy baseball can be frustrating.
86	Warm weather activities Northern Iowan 104:50, p.16	04/18/2008	Activities for relaxation during the warmer weather ahead; photo.
87	Baseball belongs to the fantasy geeks Northern Iowan 104:48, p.16	04/11/2008	Fantasy baseball discussion; photo.
88	Risky business for college athletes Northern Iowan 104:48, p.17	04/11/2008	Leaving college early for professional athletics has pros and cons. Risks are great, but the payoff can be huge.
89	Sports escapism: Livelihoods hang in the balance Northern Iowan 104:46, p.17	04/04/2008	NCAA basketball tournament, opening of the major league baseball season, and loyalty to college teams help get minds off the routines of life. For some, fantasy baseball does the same; photo.
90	Records we can only hope will fall Northern Iowan 104:45, p.14	04/01/2008	Barry Bonds, if he returns, Sammy Sosa, Mike Stanton, and Jamie Moyer have a chance at breaking records this season; photo.
91	The hidden treasures of fantasy sports Northern Iowan 104:44, p.18	03/28/2008	Fantasy baseball leagues have started; players examined; photo.
92	American League previews Northern Iowan 104:43, p.16	03/14/2008	Baseball teams in the American League evaluated; photo.
93	Team by team baseball capsules: National League Northern Iowan 104:41, p.12	03/07/2008	Strengths, weaknesses, and predictions for the National League baseball teams.
94	2009 MLB season begins in Japan Northern Iowan 104:38, p.22	02/26/2008	The major league baseball season will hold the first game on March 25 in Japan; photo.
95	Influential black athletes in the world of sports Northern Iowan 104:38, p.20	02/26/2008	Top five black athletes named during Black History Month; photo.
96	Spring training starts soon Northern Iowan 104:37, p.15	02/22/2008	Major League baseball teams begin spring training; pitchers and catchers have already reported; photo.
97	Human growth hormones and Major League Baseball Northern Iowan 104:35, p.12	02/15/2008	House of Representative subcommittee holds hearing on drug abuse in major league baseball. Roger Clemens called to testify; photo.
98	Love is in the air Northern Iowan 104:34, p.17	02/12/2008	Top 10 couples who dominate the sports world; photo.
99	Sports streaks Northern Iowan 104:33, p.16	02/08/2008	Impressive home court record of 58-1 for Southern Illinois noted; current streak of 20-1 for the Drake men's basketball team and the UNI volleyball team 74 match home winning streak mentioned.
100	Culture Corner: Love and baseball Northern Iowan 104:31, p.5	02/01/2008	Thoughts on Valentine's Day traditions. Suggestions for those with a relationship or not. Comments on the trade of Johann Santana from the Twins to the Mets.