Tag Archives: Orange Bowl

Ichiro reminds us why we are fans

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Jorge Costales

The only embargo being lifted in Miami in 2015 relates to an islands nation with a proud baseball tradition dating back to the 19th century, Japan.  As such; I, generic Marlins fan of Hispanic background, being of some mind and … Continue reading →

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How not to grow MLB in Miami – part 305

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Jorge Costales

Do the laws of supply and demand apply to MLB ticket sales? See the nearby screenshot of a portion of the Miami Marlins 2014 schedule. The last column reflects the tickets available for purchase through a MLB approved ticket broker. … Continue reading →

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MLB in Little Havana: Walking through the Houses of the Holy

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Jorge Costales

This Sunday I took a 4 mile walk in preparation for what I hope will be frequent nighttime walks during many MLB seasons to come. Since the possibility that a baseball stadium would rise up on the Orange Bowl grounds … Continue reading →

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Restoration and Miamians

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Jorge Costales

Marlins Park opened to a game between Miami’s most prominent Catholic boys high schools, Columbus and Belen on Monday night. Archbishop Thomas Wenski threw out the first pitch. The crowd consisted mostly of Catholic high school parents who have spent … Continue reading →

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Worst Day At Miami High Still Pretty Good

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Jorge Costales

The Miami High Sports Hall of Fame welcomed eight new members in its 2011 induction ceremony April 16th at the Miami High Auditorium. There may have been a more diverse crowd gathered in Miami that night, but none with a … Continue reading →

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The Loria Years: $300 Million Double Double

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Jorge Costales

Forbes has produced their annual MLB valuations, which gives me an opportunity to update my Profit and Loss financial statement for the Florida Marlins. BD [Before Deadspin], producing the financials was like putting together a puzzle whose contents were constantly … Continue reading →

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Bob Griese: Worthy Role Model

Posted on October 28, 2009 by Jorge Costales

It is unfortunate to watch someone who has had such a distinguished career — as an athlete, broadcaster and leader in his community — be subjected to the type of hypocritical — in that no one really believes he is … Continue reading →

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The Ghost of Orange Bowl Past is Smiling

Posted on January 29, 2009 by Jorge Costales

A historical injustice is about to be corrected. A Miami Herald article [copied at end of post] notes that plans have been finalized for another stadium to rise where the Orange Bowl once stood. In her informative The Business of … Continue reading →

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Birthplace of Many a Miami Dolphins Fan

Posted on January 4, 2009 by Jorge Costales

I was listening to the Herald sportswriter Santos Perez comment on La Descarga Deportiva radio show this past week. Perez noted the similarities between this year’s Dolphin team and the 1970 team. The similarities include a new coach and dramatic … Continue reading →

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Miami, See it Like a Rich Septuagenarian, Quietly

Posted on October 3, 2008 by Jorge Costales

Congrats to Norman Braman, he’s #286 on Forbes list of the richest Americans. I’m sure it’s a net positive thing that he and his $1.7 billion call Miami home. But not when it comes to the local sports scene. Mr … Continue reading →

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