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About Richard BarbieriBorn and raised in New York City, Richard still lives there to this day. He works full-time at a large New York City government agency, a job which funds both his apartment and the many, many baseball books that occupy that space. But not much else.Note: This page displays up to 100 articles at a time. To view a subset of a writer's work, click on one of the following years: 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Richard Barbieri's ArticlesClick here to view an RSS feed of this writer's articles. 2010This annotated week in baseball history: Dec. 12-Dec. 18, 2010December 16, 2010This week Richard moves into his new apartment. In honor of the move, he looks back at the first season by players who moved to a new home and did so for many millions of dollars. This annotated week in baseball history: Dec. 5-Dec. 11, 1976December 09, 2010On December 7, 1976 the Seattle Mariners traded Grant Jackson to the Pirates for Craig Reynolds and Jimmy Sexton. The trade is notable, but not for the players involved. This annotated week in baseball history: Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 1998December 02, 2010On November 30, 1998 Randy Johnson signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks. This would prove to be one of the great contracts of all-time for a pitcher. Richard looks at this and other deals. This annotated week in baseball history: Nov. 14-Nov. 20, 1892November 19, 2010On Nov. 19, 1892 Everett Scott was born. Scott is the answer to a trivia question that puts him in common with players like Steve Garvey and Matt Kemp. This annotated week in baseball history: Nov. 6-Nov. 13, 1896November 11, 2010On November 8, 1896, Bucky Harris was born. Richard continues to fill in the gaps in his Hall of Fame education with a look back at the life and career of the "The Boy Wonder." This annotated week in baseball history: Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 2010November 04, 2010November 5 is the birth date of players who earned seven All-Star appearances, hit more than 800 home runs, and won more than 400 games. But it is also the birthday of a number of players with a memorable name. This annotated week in baseball history: Oct. 24-Oct. 30, 1922October 28, 2010On October 27, 1922 Ralph Kiner was born. As with many Hall of Famers from before his time, Richard knows only the basics of Kiner’s career. This week he looks back to learn more. This annotated week in baseball history: Oct. 17-Oct. 23, 2010October 21, 2010While the League Championships Series continue this week, Richard looks back at some notable leaders in those series, which are often overlooked. This annotated week in baseball history: Oct. 3-Oct. 9 1927October 07, 2010On Oct. 8, 1927 the World Series ended in a rather unusual way, giving the powerhouse Yankees the title. Richard looks back at this and other last moments of the fall classic. This annotated week in baseball history: Sept. 19-Sept. 25 1958September 23, 2010On September 20, 1958 Hoyt Wilhelm threw a no-hitter against the New York Yankees. That remains the last time a single pitcher no-hit the Bronx Bombers. Richard looks back at this and other franchise no-hitter records. This annotated week in baseball history: Sept. 12-Sept. 18 1960September 16, 2010On September 17, 1960 John Franco was born. Franco recorded 424 saves in his career, a number which still stands as a record, one under fire this season. Richard looks back on his life and career. This annotated week in baseball history: Sept. 6-Sept. 11, 1999September 09, 2010On September 11, 1999 the Minnesota Twins gave any pajama-clad fan free admission. Richard looks back at this and other unusual promotions. This annotated week in baseball history: Aug. 22-Aug. 28, 1960August 26, 2010On August 24, 1960 Cal Ripken Jr. was born. After a 21-year career, justly rewarded with a plaque in Cooperstown, Ripken continues to be involved in the game at both the youth and professional levels. Few in baseball can compare with Ripken’s fame; Richard looks at them this week. This annotated week in baseball history: Aug. 15-Aug. 21, 1940August 19, 2010On Aug. 17, 1977 Mike Maroth was born. Maroth holds a dubious distinction: He was the last pitcher to lose 20 games. This annotated week in baseball history: August 8-August 14, 1940August 12, 2010On August 12, 1940 Ernest Lawrence Thayer, the author of Casey at the Bat died in California. Richard looks back at the history of the man himself, and the work that made him famous. This annotated week in baseball history: August 1-August 8, 1914August 05, 2010August 3 has seen several events in baseball’s past which are unlikely to be repeated any time soon. Richard looks back at the unusual history which accompanies this day. The Indie SceneJuly 22, 2010This Sunday Richard went to see the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League play. He comes back with some observations on the nature of baseball outside the major league hierarchy. This annotated week in baseball history: July 11-July 17, 1999July 15, 2010On July 15, 1999 Safeco Field opened in Seattle. That meant the end of major league baseball at the Kingdome, which hosted the game from 1977 until that date without ever seeing a title. Richard looks at other, similar parks. This annotated week in baseball history: June 27-July 3, 1962July 01, 2010On June 28, 1962, Mickey Cochrane died. In honor of his passing, Richard looks back on the man known as "Black Mike." This annotated week in baseball history: June 20-June 26, 1953June 24, 2010June 20 was Father’s Day this year. In honor of celebrating Dad, Richard looks back on some of the notable Senior and Junior pairs in major league history. This annotated week in baseball history: June 13-June 19, 1953June 17, 2010On June 13, 1953, Bob Elliott was sent to the Chicago White Sox. This was the last major league franchise the man known as “Mr. Team” would play for, but that does not mean his story is worth passing up. This annotated week in baseball history: June 6-June 12, 1947June 10, 2010On June 10, 1947, Ken Singleton was born. Richard looks back on his life and career. This annotated week in baseball history: May 31-June 5, 1993June 03, 2010On June 3, 1993, Alex Rodriguez was drafted as the first pick in the first round of the amateur draft by the Seattle Mariners. He is the best player taken in that spot since the draft began in 1965. Richard looks at some others. This annotated week in baseball history: May 23-May 30, 1973May 27, 2010On May 26, 1973, Louis “Chicken” Hawks died in California. Hawks had a limited career, so he did not make the cut for Richard’s All-Bird Team. Read on to find out who did. This annotated week in baseball history: May 16-May 22, 2010May 20, 2010This past week, both Mariano Rivera and Jonathan Papelbon suffered blown saves. This got Richard to think about some of the playoff blown save superlatives in baseball history. This annotated week in baseball history: May 2-May 8, 1893May 06, 2010On May 8, 1893, Edd Roush was born. Before his major league career ended in 1931 he would win two batting titles, top forty doubles and thirty steals, and win a World Series. Richard looks back at his career. This annotated week in baseball history: April 25-May 1, 1983April 29, 2010On April 27, 1983, Nolan Ryan broke the all-time strikeout record previously held by Walter Johnson. Richard looks back on the Ryan Express and his career. This annotated week in baseball history: April 18-April 24, 2010April 22, 2010On April 23, St. George’s Day will be celebrated around the world. In honor of the man himself, Richard presents the All-George Team, the best of the best of those who share their name with the dragon slayer. A PitchSight To SeeApril 14, 2010This week Richard takes a break from looking at the history of baseball, and interviews a pair of men—including a 300-game winner—seeking to help define baseball's technological future. This annotated week in baseball history: April 4-April 10, 1966April 08, 2010On April 8, 1966, the Houston Astros had their home opener. Though this was the second Opening Day at the Astrodome, it was the first to be played on AstroTurf. In honor of this event, Richard looks back on the history of "artificial grass." This annotated week in baseball history: March 28-April 3, 1989April 01, 2010On April 3, 1989, Ken Griffey Jr. made his major league debut. Since then he has created a Hall of Fame career for himself, but one honor—a World Series title—has eluded him. Richard looks at other great players with no ring. This annotated week in baseball history: March 21-March 27, 1951March 25, 2010On March 25, 1951, Eddie Collins died. Richard looks back at the career of this all-time great player. This annotated week in baseball history: March 14-March 20, 2010March 18, 2010On March 18, 2010, the NCAA men’s basketball tournament will begin. In honor of this event, Richard looks back on the handful of players who saw time in the big leagues of both baseball and basketball. This annotated week in baseball history: March 7 - March 13, 2009March 11, 2010On March 10, 2009, the Dominican Republic's World Baseball Classic squad lost its second game to the unheralded Netherlands, knocking the Dominicans out of the tournament. But all is not lost for the DR, as this week Richard looks back at the best pitchers to come from the country. This annotated week in baseball history: Feb. 28 - March 6, 1944March 04, 2010On March 4, 1944, the Philadelphia Phillies officially changed their name to the Philadelphia Blue Jays. Obviously, it failed to take. Richard looks back on that and other name changes across baseball history. This annotated week in baseball history: Feb. 15 - Feb. 27, 1926February 25, 2010On Feb. 24, 1926, Eddie Plank died in Gettysburg, Pa. Gettysburg Eddie, nicknamed for the town where he was born, educated and died, won 326 games and two World Series during his 17-year career. Richard looks back at the A’s lefty. This annotated week in baseball history: Feb. 14 - Feb. 20, 1874February 18, 2010Fifty different men who have played in the major leagues were born on Feb. 20. And as luck would have it, several of them earned a memorable name. Richard looks back on a few. This annotated week in baseball history: Feb. 7 - Feb. 13, 2010February 11, 2010As "Snowmageddon" continues, paralyzing much of the East Coast, Richard looks at players who might be at home in such weather. This annotated week in baseball history: Jan. 31 - Feb. 6, 1909February 04, 2010On Feb. 4, 1909, John Clarkson died in a Massachusetts psychiatric hospital. It was an unfortunate and inglorious end to the life of a man who is still one of the five winningest right-handed pitchers in National League history. Richard looks back on his life. This annotated week in baseball history: Jan. 24 - Jan. 30, 1813January 28, 2010On Jan. 26, 1813, Juan Pablo Duarte was born. Duarte would go to a life as a leader in the movement to establish the Dominican Republic as an independent nation. In his honor, Richard brings you the All-Dominican Team. This annotated week in baseball history: Jan. 17 - Jan. 23, 2010January 21, 2010This week Richard received his copy of Chris Jaffe’s Evaluating Baseball’s Managers. In honor of the work, he attempts to assemble the "All-Manager Team." This annotated week in baseball history: Jan. 10 - Jan. 16, 1884January 14, 2010The past two years have seen the NHL stage the Winter Classic at two of baseball’s most famous parks. But on Jan. 16, 1884, a legendary baseball figure helped stage a baseball game unlike any you have ever seen, but one fans of the NHL could appreciate. This annotated week in baseball history: Jan. 3 - Jan. 9, 2010January 07, 2010As the first week of 2010 begins, Richard rolls back the clock to look at what stories might be news around this same time a century ago. | ||||