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Bill Shanks
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Columnist, Athens Banner-Herald
Georgia
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Environmentalism , Transport, Films, Books, Health And Inequality , Arts
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By Bill Shanks Verified| Savannah Morning News Verified Bill ShanksSpecial to The Savannah Morning NewsA year ago this week, Spencer Schwellenbach was making his second start of the 2024 season — for the Rome Emperors, in High-A minor league baseball. Truth be told, it was not where Schwellenbach wanted to be to start the year. Schwellenbach hoped he would make it to Double-A Mississippi after a very solid spring training. He had come to camp with a new assortment of pitches, hoping to make that impact that would get him closer to the big leagues.
By Bill Shanks Verified| Athens Banner-Herald Verified You almost knew things had gone too well, too easy. The Atlanta Braves had sailed through spring training, even the first week of the regular season with no major (or even minor) injuries, particularly with the pitching staff. And then, the inevitability of the injury bogeyman appeared in the flesh. Friday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the home opener, star pitcher Spencer Strider didn’t look right.
By Bill Shanks Verified| Savannah Morning News Verified Bill ShanksSpecial to The Savannah Morning NewsA year ago this week, Spencer Schwellenbach was making his second start of the 2024 season — for the Rome Emperors, in High-A minor league baseball. Truth be told, it was not where Schwellenbach wanted to be to start the year. Schwellenbach hoped he would make it to Double-A Mississippi after a very solid spring training. He had come to camp with a new assortment of pitches, hoping to make that impact that would get him closer to the big leagues.
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Athens Banner-Herald
The Athens Banner-Herald is a historic newspaper located in Athens, Georgia, with origins dating back to 1832. It is one of the oldest continuously operating newspapers in the state. The publication has undergone several name changes and mergers, including the formation of the Banner-Herald in 1923, which combined the Athens Daily Herald and the Athens Weekly Banner. The current name was adopted in 1933. The Athens Banner-Herald has a strong focus on local news, politics, and community events. It has transitioned from daily and weekly print editions to a digital presence, operating the website onlineathens.com. Throughout its history, the newspaper has played a significant role in the local community, reflecting various political alignments and supporting local businesses and organizations.
Athens, Georgia, United States
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Founded: 1832