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Fans help Tribe charity arm take game to kids
Cleveland Indians Charities has impacted countless children and raised millions of dollars to support local educational, recreational and humanitarian causes since its inception in 1989.
In 2008, that impact was felt by thousands of kids through free baseball and softball programs in inner-city Cleveland, as well as school-district programs and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland.
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Lee takes one for the team
In a season where few got to him, Cliff Lee didn't mind taking the time to serve a few Wiffle meatballs to a lucky family.
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Where should we go next?
Another season of Game Face has come and gone. What would you like to see here and on Indians.com in the future?
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2008 Edition Archive
| Sept. 10, 2008 |
GETTING IT RIGHT |
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In the 12th issue of 2008, Jamey Carroll lays out the finer points of bunting and Grady Sizemore gets another honor. |
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| Aug. 27, 2008 |
A HALL HOMECOMING |
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In the 11th issue of 2008, Mike Hargrove returns for Tribe Hall induction weekend and we go inside the Tribe clubhouse. |
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| Aug. 13, 2008 |
SHARING A TREASURE |
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In the 10th issue of 2008, Slider is up for special induction, season-ticket holders "Rock" out, and we talk to newcomer Anthony Reyes. |
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| July 30, 2008 |
HEAD OF THE CLASS |
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In the ninth issue of 2008, Ryan Garko and Ben Francisco have this teammate thing down, and we visit with Jake Westbrook. |
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| July 2, 2008 |
VOLUNTEER BRIGADE |
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In the eighth issue of 2008, the volunteers make Progressive Field run on gameday, we look at Paul Byrd's book and a model achievement. |
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| June 18, 2008 |
PUTTING ON A CLINIC |
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In the seventh issue of 2008, the Indians promote baseball through RBI and a Japanese student gets an unexpected introduction to the game. |
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| June 4, 2008 |
MAKE A WISH |
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In the sixth issue of 2008, the Tribe helps a young cancer patient's wish come true, and closer Joe Borowski shares some of his hobbies. |
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| May 21, 2008 |
EARLY LIGHT |
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In the fifth issue of 2008, ex-Tribe infielder Carlos Baerga returns to his roots and Progressive Field has 'gone green' in a big way. |
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| May 7, 2008 |
FLY ME AWAY |
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In the fourth issue of 2008, twins visit the Tribe from Honduras on Victor Martinez, Jensen Lewis checks in and inspiration comes from climbing. |
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| April 23, 2008 |
FISH TALES |
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In the season's third issue, Mudcat Grant talks about what Cleveland means to him and Tribe names pave the way in southeast Mississippi. |
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| April 9, 2008 |
HERE BATTER BATTER |
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In the season's second issue, we take a look at a hitting simulator that makes practice more real and check in with Indians newcomer Jamey Caroll. |
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| March 26, 2008 |
FIRST OFF |
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GameFace looks at what's new at Progressive Field besides the name, a special first pitch and progress in Goodyear, Ariz. |
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2007 Edition Archive
| Sept. 19, 2007 |
HEADING FOR ROME |
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In the 13th edition, Ryan Garko shows another side by filling in for talk-show host Jim Rome, and a look at what youngsters have meant to the Tribe. |
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| Sept. 5, 2007 |
STUMPING FOR THE TRIBE |
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In the 12th edition, a Tribe fan displays a giant carving of Chief Wahoo in Pennsylvania, and utility man Chris Gomez offers the Indians a quick lift. |
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| Aug. 22, 2007 |
NEW HOME SWEET HOME |
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In the 11th edition, Michael Fluss shows how "Major League" changed his life, Grady Sizemore plays Wiffle ball, and there's a new Hall class. |
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| Aug. 8, 2007 |
BLUFFTON PLAYERS VISIT JAKE |
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In the 10th edition, the Bluffton baseball team visited The Jake, the Tribe shopped for charity, League Park gets a facelift and Casey Blake chats. |
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| July 25, 2007 |
FELLER RETURNS TO ROOTS |
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In the ninth edition, Bob Feller visits his childhood home in Iowa, Jensen Lewis makes a dream a reality, and a Swiss fan shows dedication. |
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| July 11, 2007 |
DOBY: FORGOTTEN TRAILBLAZER |
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In the eighth edition, Larry Doby was remembered by Tribe fans, the Indians led the way in going green, and fans brought their needles to the park. |
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| June 27, 2007 |
WORKING TOWARD A DREAM |
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In the seventh edition of '07, Ramon Diaz proved that hard work pays off, season-ticket holders were rewarded by the Tribe, and old timers reunited. |
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| June 13, 2007 |
BARTERING FOR BASEBALLS |
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In the sixth edition of '07, Rik Danfield negotiates for home run balls, and a Welsh fan follows his heart to Cleveland for the Tribe and his wife. |
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| May 30, 2007 |
BARFIELD PLAYS IT UP |
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In the fifth edition of '07, Josh Barfield showed off his gaming skills, a book was released, students visited The Jake, and Bob Feller was honored. |
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| May 16, 2007 |
24 HOURS AT THE BALLPARK |
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In the fourth edition of 2007, fans saw 24 hours at The Jake, a Brit discovered the Tribe, a heckler got his due, and Grady Sizemore became a cover boy. |
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| May 2, 2007 |
'MAJOR LEAGUE' COMMEMORATION |
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In the third edition of 2007, fans remembered the film 'Major League,' a fan celebrated her 100th birthday, and we caught up with Josh Barfield. |
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| April 18, 2007 |
A BLIZZARD OF AN OPENER |
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In the second edition of 2007, Jacobs Field withstood a snowstorm, Billy Joel graced The Jake, and David Dellucci introduced himself. |
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| April 4, 2007 |
HOT DOG! JAKE'S NEW OFFERINGS |
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In the first online edition of 2007, we check out what's new at The Jake, and head to Spring Training to meet football star Chris Spielman. |
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2006 Edition Archive
| Sept. 20, 2006 |
PUT A LID ON IT |
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The 11th and final online edition of 2006, Jacobs Field resident "hat man" Tom O'Toole and we want to know what you want from Game Face. |
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| Sept. 6, 2006 |
1,000 AND COUNTING |
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The 10th official 2006 online edition, Jacobs Field stalwart Gene Witts and a lesson from outfielders on how to nail a baserunner at home plate. |
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| Aug. 23, 2006 |
CY'S CLUBHOUSE |
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The ninth official 2006 online edition, featuring retiring visitors' clubhouse attendant Cy Buynak and an interview with young slugger Ryan Garko. |
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| Aug. 9, 2006 |
THE KID IS ALRIGHT |
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The eighth official 2006 online edition, featuring Jeremy Sowers -- almost your average 23-year-old -- and some challenges of baseball. |
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| July 19, 2006 |
BANG THE DRUM |
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The seventh official 2006 online edition, featuring John Adams -- that guy whose drum can be heard all over The Jake -- and an inside look at BP. |
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| June 28, 2006 |
PRESS BOX TALES |
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The sixth official 2006 online edition, featuring longtime Tribe press box attendant Joe Corrado and a look into the callup of Joe Inglett. |
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| June 14, 2006 |
HERE'S THE PITCH |
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The fifth official 2006 online edition, featuring Casey Blake, Jake Westbrook, the draft day war room, Tribe bat boys and Lou Merloni. |
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| MAY 17, 2006 |
PICTURE PERFECT |
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The fourth official 2006 online edition, featuring Aaron Boone and two critical Indians cogs in video coordinators Bob Chester and Frank Velotta. |
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| MAY 3, 2006 |
BASEBALL IN BLOOM |
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The third official 2006 online edition, featuring a Kelly Shoppach interview, first baseman Eduardo Perez, and a special wedding proposal. |
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| APR. 19, 2006 |
LEADING OFF |
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The second official 2006 online edition, featuring Danny Graves's locker, third base coach Jeff Datz, and head trainer Lonnie Soloff. |
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| APR. 5, 2006 |
OPENING DAY |
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The first official 2006 online edition, featuring Jason Michaels, Jason Johnson, Paul Byrd, and Jake scoreboard manager Justin White. |
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| MAR. 15, 2006 |
DEBUT ONLINE ISSUE |
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A preliminary online edition for 2006, featuring Jake Westbrook, Grady Sizemore, and equipment manager Tony Amato in highlights from last year's Game Face. |
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When it comes to the Indians' charity efforts, Roberto Clemente Award nominee Grady Sizemore is often a go-to guy.
Whether it's 