– The city collectively experienced spasms of joy yesterday as outfielder Nick Swisher was publicly introduced as a member of the Tribe. The Columbus-born Yankee-transplant was beaming during his presser (“This is the place for me to be. All roads led to Cleveland.”) and manager Terry Francona mirrored his smile:
Francona signing Swisher: “There’s no reason to try and hide our excitement. There’s no reason to try and play it cool. This is big.”
— paul hoynes (@hoynsie) January 4, 2013
– Arrests are being made following a fatal New Year’s Day shooting in Lorain, according to The Morning Journal. Gunfire broke out at a gas station in the early hours of Jan. 1, leaving a 33-year-old innocent bystander dead. Murder suspect Desmen Noble, 31, of Lorain, was arraigned in Lorain Municipal Court yesterday.
– Ah, yes: And our fair city once again earned its share of the spotlight via The Daily Beast’s list of America’s drunkest cities. We’re 24 out of 25, but look closer: Our city boasts the highest percentage of residents who are binge drinkers or heavy drinkers. Happy Friday – and I will see you at the bar.
This article appears in Jan 2-8, 2013.
Yes, swisher coming to the Tribe IS big. Hell, someone, ANYONE choosing to come to the Tribe is big.