Tuesday, March 10, 2009

All-Time Movie Baseball Team

A few weeks ago, several qualifying voters were asked to name their ultimate movie baseball team. They thought about it, discussed it, and agonized over the choices. But they have made their decisions and the votes are in. Here is the All-Time Movie Baseball team.

Catcher: Jake Taylor (Major League)
It was a close race, but the cagey veteran's experience won out. His knees may cause concern, but if needed, he can sit out and manage a few games.

First Baseman: Jack Elliot (Mr. Baseball)
The former World Series MVP and current Japanese league first baseman won this position pretty easily with his power outweighing his cocky attitude.

Second Base(wo)man: Marla Hooch (A League of their Own)
Absolutely crushed the competition. The other second basemen didn't have a chance against a switch hitter with power. Marla Hooch, what a hitter.

Third Baseman: Roger Dorn (Major League)
Also ran away with his position, nearly unanimously. Voters were able to look past his ego and sometimes lackadaisical play, but the lack of depth at third base probably helped as well.

Shortstop: Benny "The Jet" Rodriguez (The Sandlot)
The versatile player without a position fit in perfectly at shortstop. His bat, glove and speed are definitely an asset to the team. His team leadership also played a huge role.

Left field: Roy Hobbs (The Natural)
The ultimate power hitter was able to overcome a lot of obstacles to get to this point. His pure power made him a natural for the All Time Movie Team. Get it?

Center Field: Willy Mays Hayes (Major League)
Hits like Mays. Runs like Hayes. He received the most votes of any outfielder and would fit in perfectly in the lead off spot.

Right Field: Pedro Cerrano (Major League)
Much rather have the Voodoo Pedro than the Buddhist Pedro. Either way, a power hitter who has a problem with breaking pitches, but honestly what power hitter doesn't? Okay, there are a couple who don't but a great run producer nonetheless.

Starting Pitcher: Rick Vaughn (Major League)
The Wild Thing can hit 103 on the gun and sometimes loses control. If that isn't intimidating I don't know what is. Imagine standing in a box knowing the guy could let a pitch go that is either going right down the middle or right in your ear hole. I'd be scared. Plus its hard to beat those skull glasses and that incredible haircut.

Starting Pitcher: Ebby Calvin LaLoosh (Bull Durham)
A young superstar in the making. He tends to over think things such as his future fame or women but has the stuff to be a legit ace. With a little guidance, he'll get there.

Starting Pitcher: Chet Steadman (Rookie of the Year)
The seasoned veteran of the staff. The Rocket has seen the ups and downs of a Major League career but has had a great one nonetheless. He has the fortitude to pitch a must win game if needed and could teach the young pitchers a thing or two.

Closer: Henry Rowengartner (Rookie of the Year)
He can throw a ball from the Bleachers at Wrigley to home plate on a frozen rope. Rosenbagger closed during the most important stretch of his team's season. He led the lovable losers to someplace they have only dreamed of, a World Series. Anyone who can handle that type of pressure deserves a spot on this team.

Manager: Lou Brown (Major League)
A manager that can erupt at anytime. To take a no-name team to the ALCS like he did, I'm not sure there is anyone better. Plus he could hook you up with a nice set of white wall tires if you needed.


So there you have it. The All-Time Movie Baseball Team as voted by you the movie experts. But the question remains, can this team beat the Pirates? the Dodgers? the Yankees?

1 comment:

Bet You Won't said...

I believe that Jimmy D from League of their own should be the bench coach if for nothing more than swearing and drinking.