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Martin’s performance called to mind Harvey Haddix, a good but unexceptional National League hurler, who one day in 1959 turned in arguably the greatest pitching performance in baseball history, twirling 12 perfect innings—36 up, 36 down—before dropping the decision, 1-0, in the 13th. Few remember a loser, and Haddix’s remarkable afternoon has been largely consigned to the margins of baseball lore. Martin’s heroics may end up similarly and unjustifiably overlooked...
Visitors can listen to the players up close at Soul School, which offers six hours of workshops taught by the performers. "It gives you a chance to interact almost one on one with these great musicians," says talent-committee member Chuck Haddix. "It's interesting to hear their stories and how their music has evolved." Or watch them in concert on three stages. The performers for this year's three-day festival are still being booked, but past acts included music greats Al Green, Diana Krall, Poncho Sanchez, George Benson and Pat Metheny--and promoters promise the roster will...
...Whom did Harvey Haddix retire for his record-setting 28th consecutive out on his way to a near perfect loss...
What pitcher lost his perfect game after 12 innings and to whom? (Harvey Haddix, Robin Roberts...
...Dick Stuart: second base, Bill Mazeroski, shortstop, Dick Groat; third base, Don Hoak; and the fabulous, famous outfield--Bill Virdon, Bob "Hound dog" Skinner and Roberto Clemente. And on the in-famous mound staff, such immortal 20-game winners as Vernon "Deacon" Law, Bob Friend. Elroy Face and Harvey Haddix...