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jessica quiroli
Born and raised in Philadelphia. Home of Rocky.
I'm a minor league baseball writer. Dirt under my fingernails.
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Staten Island, New York- LJ Mazzilli had been there before. But this time, he was aware something more was brewing. The Mets were closing in, and the history was rich. But he still didn't know for sure. All he knew,... Continue reading
Posted yesterday at High Heels On The Field
Staten Island, New York- The game speeds up the higher the level in baseball, but how fast must it feel when you’ve been drafted by a big league team, namely the Yankees, and ten days later you’re on a professional... Continue reading
Posted 2 days ago at High Heels On The Field
Staten Island Yankees manager Justin Pope will expect more from the 2013 team. Continue reading
Posted 4 days ago at High Heels On The Field
In the 2003 MLB Draft, the Mets selected outfielder Lastings Milledge in the first round (12th overall). Milledge’s issues were well-known. There were sexual assault accusations. That history kept him from being drafted before the Mets got him, and, later,... Continue reading
Posted Jun 6, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
New York, New York- The calls didn't come for top New York high school pitcher Andrew Zapata, but he didn't let that get him down. He's ready to show scouts and teams over the next few years, that they should... Continue reading
Posted Jun 6, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Interviews with some of the possible draftees in 2013 MLB Draft. Continue reading
Posted Jun 4, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
The June MLB Draft is not at the forefront of Brian Ward's mind. Not yet. There's a game to be won. A championship within reach. The Huskies (31-26) need to win 1-2 on Saturday, to advance Sunday and play again.... Continue reading
Posted May 24, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Trenton, New Jersey - Take your pick. The fire from Kevin Pillar's hot bat? The fire from his Fisher Cats hitting coach and manager when speaking of the highly regarded player? Or the fire that comes from Pillar himself. All... Continue reading
Posted May 17, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
It's rare that I go personal here, because that's not what this blog is. But with the hyper-interest of female sports reporters in the locker room lately, due to some comments by hockey broadcaster Don Cherry, I thought I'd address... Continue reading
Posted Apr 29, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Matt Kardos April report on Red Sox top prospect Matt Barnes. Continue reading
Posted Apr 26, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
John Drekker files a report on top Phillies, Mets prospects. Continue reading
Posted Apr 24, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
In 2013, Brandon Nimmo is already on fire. In 14 games with the Savannah Sand Gnats of the Class-A South Atlantic League, the Mets highly regarded prospect is hitting .411 with 10 RBI, a home run, a double, and a... Continue reading
Posted Apr 18, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Leadership is a key word when talking about Joe Panik. And that aspect of him as a player garners quite a comparison. Continue reading
Posted Apr 12, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Ian Kadish understands the importance of making the most of every opportunity. After going undrafted out of Marshall University in 2011, he's taken the chance the Jays gave him when they signed him, and begun building a solid career. This... Continue reading
Posted Apr 6, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
New York City - Andrew Zapata won’t have to travel far to begin the college phase of his baseball career. The Staten Island native will graduate this year from Poly Prep, and soon begin pitching for the University of Connecticut... Continue reading
Posted Mar 31, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
After signing in November to play for Florida Atlantic, Dunedin High School senior Kellen Brown is no closer to an academic focus. But his baseball focus is clear. "Florida Atlantic has a solid program. Once they gave their offer, it... Continue reading
Posted Mar 14, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Stuff Baseball Journalists Like Terrible free food Vouchers for terrible free ballpark food Writing seven leads in thirteen innings because no one can get a base hit. Translators Batting Practice Air conditioned press boxes The winning clubhouse Vin Scully Tommy... Continue reading
Posted Mar 13, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
In celebration of Women's History Month, here's an interview with Double-A Southern League President Lori Webb. She made history in 2012, when she became the first woman ever named league president in MiLB. Her professional background is rich and impressive... Continue reading
Posted Mar 11, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
During the off-season, first baseman Saxon Butler said he wanted to drop weight and committed to a diet plan and rigorous exercise. All of that was new to him. “I'd never tried to do that,” he said from Tampa Thursday.... Continue reading
Posted Mar 9, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
When Beau Wright, or any other pitcher, takes the mound they have one job. Get outs however they can, minimize damage, trust their defense, and their ability. But what about those people in the stands? The simplicity of the moment... Continue reading
Posted Mar 8, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
In 2012, lefty Matt Bywater split time at three levels, clocking quality playing time in the South Atlantic and Carolina Leagues. And a taste of Double-A, in the Eastern League. In 19 games, five of them starts, with the Frederik... Continue reading
Posted Mar 7, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Some players are tackling double duty this year as they take part in the World Baseball Classic [March 1st-13th]. There are sixteen teams that made it to the first round of pool play with rosters comprised of 411 players, as... Continue reading
Posted Mar 1, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Brandon Nimmo spent 2012 adapting to a full season of playing professional baseball. Now, he says, he's ready. "I feel more prepared for this season, physically and mentally," he said on his drive to Port St. Lucie, Florida, home of... Continue reading
Posted Feb 22, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
When it's suggested to Casey Lawrence that this is an important season for him, he quickly and quietly chimes in. "It is," he said, just two days before reporting to Blue Jays camp in Florida. The pitcher, 25, came into... Continue reading
Posted Feb 22, 2013 at High Heels On The Field
Continuing with more college coverage here at HHOTF, and to bring more attention to players that are draft eligible, here's Charleston Southern University's Drew Woodall on being an everyday backstop, the 'ultimate goal', and 'the little things.' As a freshman... Continue reading
Posted Feb 22, 2013 at High Heels On The Field