Mr. Willet: Those Streaky 1916 Giants

Imagine your team winning 17 straight games. Now imagine that it's not the longest winning streak of the season. In 1916, the New York Giants would win 17 straight games from May 9th through May 29th, all on a road trip in which they would finish 20-2. It came after they started the season with... Continue Reading →

Mr. Willet’s Point of View

by William S. Willet In my dreams, I can still hear the crack of the bat. The noise of that sweet, natural, majestic swing that connected with that imperfect pitch still resonates through my mind. The ball disappeared into the left field bleachers and an avalanche of humanity converged where it landed. I swear to... Continue Reading →

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