Who is Eddie Robinson? International League managers and pitchers are learning you don't mess with Mr. Robinson at the plate. Early into the month of June 1987, Robinson is leading the league with 20+ home runs. He's on pace to hit 60.
As expected the ball is flying out of stadiums at a record pace in 87. Guessing we will have quite a few teams hit 200 or more this season. Also as expected the Great Lakes Loons are leading the pack. Crazy thing is, Mark McGwire has decided to go 100% Dave Kingman this season. McGwire is still hitting home runs, but his batting average is in the neighborhood of .160. He is also either very cold or too accepting of others feelings, as he's had a snowflake next to his name for close to a month now
Turkey Stearnes is now up to around 19 home runs for the Loons. League GM's have to be checking their resumes knowing they let this guy fall all the way to the end of the 2nd round in last years draft. Rookie of he Year looks to be heading Stearnes way.
Dazzy Vance continues to shine on the mound.