Luke Erickson
Luke Erickson is a freelance writer based out of Northern Virginia. A former sportswriter, Luke has written for several weekly and daily publications in Massachusetts and Oregon, including the Springfield Union-News, The Corvallis Gazette-Times, and Oregon Sports Monthly. Luke earned his bachelor's degree in Journalism and History from the University of Massachusetts and his master's degree in Journalism from the University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication. His master's thesis centered on sports marketing, and led him to a 10-year career in Internet marketing for major companies such as Gateway, Massachusetts Medical Society, and The Motley Fool
Luke is a lifelong baseball fan and has been a season-ticket holder to minor-league and independent-league baseball teams for the past six years. He attends more than 70 games per year, and always keeps score. Consequently, he's often mistaken for a scout, given his preference for seats directly behind home plate and occasionally -- when the person misses the wrinkles and gray hairs -- gets mistaken for the next night's pitcher.
Latest Articles
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Independent Baseball Enters the 21st Century
Entering its second decade, modern indy ball has become an accepted brand of pro baseball, as the leagues continue to set attendance records, and make expansion plans.
Dec 4, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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Independent Baseball's Growing Pains
Getting started was tough, overcoming prejudices by the media, fans, even the players. But the next challenge for independent baseball was simply staying in business.
Dec 4, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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The Return of Independent Baseball
It began in 1993, with two small leagues in the North and Midwest U.S. Veteran minor-league operators vowed to bring back baseball to towns that hadn't had it in years.
Dec 4, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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Nats Swap 3 for Willingham, Olsen
With an uncertain economy, the Nats and Marlins go the much-cheaper trade route to improve their ballclub. But which team "wins" often takes a few years to determine.
Nov 11, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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Planning A Minor League Road Trip
Casual fans like to see their favorite team play at home; serious fans love to see them on the road. Here's some hints on how to make the most of your baseball road trip.
Nov 2, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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Rays-Phillies Matchups
It's an unlikely meeting, but now that the dust has settled, how do the two teams match up against each other?
Oct 21, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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Tampa Bay Rays One Win Away
With back-to-back routs of Boston, the Tampa Bay Rays are on the verge of the World Series, and perhaps signifying the beginning of new world order in the A.L. East.
Oct 15, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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The So-Called Tragedy of Being a Cubs Fan
In 2004, the Red Sox broke an 86-year "curse." In 2005, the White Sox ended a 99-year dry spell. Going into the postseason, the Cubs seemed like their turn was next.
Oct 4, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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Nationals Lose 102nd Game, Win No. 1 Draft Pick
Since June, Nationals' fans have been focused on getting the #1 pick in the 2009 First Year Player Draft, with the hope of landing the top college pitcher in the nation.
Sep 29, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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The Last Day of the Regular Season
Why bother going to the last game of the baseball season if the two teams are out of contention? Because you just might see something special, same as any other day.
Sep 23, 2008
- Luke Erickson
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