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A fresh start for an old subject

Ahh. Fresh blog space on MVN.

As the new guy, it’s accepted practice that I introduce myself. My name is Pete Spitler. I’ve spent nearly three years with The Southern Illinoisan newspaper in Carbondale, Ill. I do a lot of prep sports work for them and spent two years in radio broadcasting prior to my position.

I’m also a paranormal investigator in my spare time, something that’s become more and more invigorating the more I do it. In addition, I was an inline hockey goalie with Southern Illinois University Carbondale, finishing with a career record of 64-38-9.

But enough about me. I’m here because I enjoy challenges and doing things out of the ordinary, hence the reason why I’m the new Tampa Bay minor league beat blogger for MVN.

First and foremost, I’m not a Rays fan. I find that a good thing in this business. Staying objective to the source material is key to winning respect and credibility as a writer. I call a lemon a lemon and a diamond a diamond as far as MLB prospects go. I pull no punches and give credit where credit’s due.

For those of you who wish to watch this space, I welcome you. I hope over time I can earn your respect as both a beat writer and an oracle to the world of minor-league Rays baseball.

My blog will appear Wednesdays and Sundays. More often if something monumental occurs. Also, please support independent thought and click on MVN’s sponsors. They’re a big part of what keeps us going strong.

Coming Sunday, I will begin diving into TB’s minor-league affliliates. Who has the best stadium? The best coaches? The most affordable flat beer and stale pretzels? I hope to answer all these questions and more.

 Cheers!

Tampa Bay’s Tomorrow appears Wednesdays and Sundays on MVN.

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