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Wally Backman: That's Why They Pay Us the Big Bucks! (645)

2011-08-16T01:02:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman predicts a strikeout on a slider. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Larry Olenberger Postgame Speech in Macon, Part 2 (502)

2011-08-08T16:04:00.001-07:00

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Larry Olenberger Postgame Speech in Macon, Part 1 (500)

2011-08-07T12:20:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts hitting coach Larry Olenberger talks to his team following their forfeit loss to the Macon Music. At the time of the forfeit, Olenberger was the acting manager, because Wally Backman had been ejected earlier in the game.

Wally Backman Postgame Phone Call, Part 2 (507)

2011-08-04T14:54:00.001-07:00

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Wally Backman continues his phone call with league officials, following a game which saw both his ejection and his team's forfeit to the rival Macon Music.

Heckler vs. Brandon Woolard (466)

2011-08-03T04:26:00.001-07:00

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A heckler tries to distract Peanuts first baseman Brandon Woolard as he bats during a game in Aiken, SC.

Team Bus From Field to Hotel, Aiken (467)

2011-08-03T01:04:00.001-07:00

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Following the team bus from the ballpark to the hotel in Aiken, SC. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball.

Wally Backman Brings in Drew Shetrone (463)

2011-08-03T00:08:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts manager talks to closer Drew Shetrone after bringing him into a game in Aiken, SC.

Wally Backman Instructional Tip: Look For a Breaking Pitch After a Pickoff Move (485)

2011-08-02T17:54:00.001-07:00

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Wally Backman says that more than 50% of the time, a pitcher will throw a breaking pitch following a pickoff move. What do you think? Is he correct?

Kid Crashes Into Wall During Dizzy Bat Race in Macon, GA (473)

2011-08-02T09:51:00.001-07:00

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Two lucky (or unlucky?) fans take part in a Dizzy Bat Race. One of them ends up running into the wall behind home plate.

Big Glove Boxing in Albany, GA (380)

2011-07-25T05:45:00.001-07:00

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Two fans beat each other up in another round of Big Glove Boxing.

Crazy Baseball Mascot Striptease (532)

2011-07-23T11:45:00.001-07:00

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A mascot takes off its clothes during a game between the South Georgia Peanuts and Macon Music in Macon, GA.

Wally Backman Goes Over Plan With Nick Prosise (373)

2011-07-22T10:23:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts manager Wally Backman goes over the gameplan with catcher Nick Prosise.

Postgame Celebration: Bubber Birdsong (370)

2011-07-21T15:41:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts first base coach Bubber Birdsong is drenched during the postgame celebration.

Mike Caruso Drinks Champagne in a Catcher's Helmet (368)

2011-07-20T15:24:00.001-07:00

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Following the clinching of the first half championship, Peanuts 3B Mike Caruso sips champagne while wearing a a catcher's helmet. The helmet was meant to protect Caruso's hair from getting soaked. Caruso was notorious among his teammates for his meticulous hair care and grooming habits.

Postgame Celebration: Buddy York (369)

2011-07-19T15:07:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitching coach Buddy York is drenched in the postgame celebration, following the team's clinching of the first half championship.

Larry Olenberger Postgame Celebration (367)

2011-07-18T07:57:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts hitting coach Larry Olenberger is drenched with beer and champagne when he enters the clubhouse following the team's first half championship.

Hugs and Handshakes Follow First Half Clinche (364)

2011-07-17T11:32:00.001-07:00

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Hugs and handshakes immediately following the South Georgia Peanuts clinching the first half championship and a postseason playoff berth. The celebration was subdued because the Peanuts still had to play the second game of a doubleheader.

Peanuts Clinch Playoff Berth (363)

2011-07-16T16:02:00.001-07:00

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The South Georgia Peanuts clinch a playoff berth in the South Coast League. Because the clincher happened after game one of a doubleheader, the Peanuts had to withhold from a real celebration until after the next game.

Cecil Fielder Ejected From Minor League Game (579)

2011-07-15T09:03:00.001-07:00

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Charlotte County Redfish manager Cecil Fielder is ejected from a game. This footage was shot by Peanuts pitcher Dustin Taylor.

Pitchers Exit the Clubhouse in Port Charlotte (576)

2011-07-14T11:49:00.001-07:00

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South Georgia Peanuts pitchers make their way from the clubhouse to the ballpark at Charlotte County Stadium in Port Charlotte, FL.

Fighting for Peanuts (572)

2011-07-13T10:39:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitcher Ja Jones tries to catch peanuts with his mouth as the team hangs out in the clubhouse before a game in Port Charlotte, FL. Eventually, Mike Colacchio starts throwing peanuts at the player holding the camera.

Hitting Peanuts in the Clubhouse (573)

2011-07-12T11:18:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitcher Mike Colacchio hits peanuts in the clubhouse. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball.

Bullpen Watches Big Glove Boxing (880)

2011-07-09T07:04:00.001-07:00

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The South Georgia Peanuts bullpen watches two young fans pummel each other in a round of Big Glove Boxing.

Larry Explains How He Brought Wally Backman Back (773)

2011-07-08T13:23:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts coach Larry Olenberger explains his role in bringing Wally Backman back to the team.

The Rift Between Wally Backman and the South Coast League (772)

2011-07-07T12:01:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts coach Larry Olenberger explains the backstory that led to the rift between Wally Backman and the South Coast League.

Larry Olenberger Discusses the Suspensions of Brooks and Hooft (771)

2011-07-06T10:16:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts coach and acting manager Larry Olenberger discusses the recent suspensions of Joey Hooft and Doc Brooks. The suspensions created a conflict between the league office and manager Wally Backman, leading to Backman's dismissal from the team.

Doc Brooks Says Wally Backman Was Forced to Resign (781)

2011-07-05T12:53:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts outfielder Doc Brooks claims manager Wally Backman was forced to resign.

Bubber Birdsong Discusses His Day Job as a Phys Ed Teacher (763)

2011-07-04T08:48:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts first base coach Bubber Birdsong discusses his day job as an elementary school Physical Education teacher. Birdsong explains how many of his students come to the ballpark to see the Peanuts play.

Colacchio Tips Jake Upwood's Chair (610)

2011-07-03T09:23:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitcher Mike Colacchio tries to tip Jake Upwood's chair while Upwood takes a nap in the clubhouse.

Wally Backman Was Forced to Resign (675)

2011-07-01T10:20:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitcher Shannon Wirth claims manager Wally Backman was forced to resign by the league, although the official story was that Backman had quit his job.

Curtis Goodwin Complains, Steals Second While Mic'd Up (729)

2011-06-29T12:51:00.001-07:00

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Former Major League outfielder Curtis Goodwin complains about the team's living conditions while he stands on first base during a game against the Bradenton Juice. Goodwin, who was wearing a microphone during the game, then proceeds to steal second base.

Bubber Birdsong Pays For His Food (694)

2011-06-29T08:52:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts manager Wally Backman explains to coach Bubber Birdsong that he isn't supposed to be paying for the food he eats at the ballpark. Birdsong explains that he pays because the ballpark staff doesn't know who he is.

Austin Weilep Pitching (719)

2011-06-28T14:43:00.001-07:00

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A view of Peanuts pitcher Austin Weilep, from behind home plate.

Wally Backman Interview About Lights Going Out At Ballpark (754)

2011-06-27T17:48:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman discusses the blackout that occurred during the previous night's game.

Tug Gillingham on the World of the Bullpen (672)

2011-06-26T11:15:00.001-07:00

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Catcher Tug Gillingham discusses his interaction with the pitchers in the bullpen. He also explains the art of the hot seat prank.

Big Glove Boxing With One Glove (721)

2011-06-24T18:32:00.001-07:00

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Two young fans compete in Big Glove Boxing. For some reason, they only used one glove each.

Lights Go Out at Minor League Ballpark - Home Plate Angle Part 1 (745)

2011-06-23T15:18:00.001-07:00

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The home plate camera angle of the lights going out at the ballpark during a South Georgia Peanuts game.

Wally and Buddy Give Directions to Steve Garrabrants (313)

2011-06-22T14:12:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman and pitching coach Buddy York discuss the best way to drive from Albany, GA to Lancaster, CA. The conversation was prompted by infielder Steve Garrabrants being signed by the Boston Red Sox and assigned to the team's single-A affiliate in Lancaster.

Buddy York on Albany, GA (855)

2011-06-21T14:49:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitching coach Buddy York gives us an overview of his hometown of Albany, GA.

Wally Backman Changes Pitchers (646)

2011-06-20T18:43:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman goes to the mound to replace Mike Colacchio with Jake Upwood. Upwood was brought in to force a switch-hitter to hit from his weaker (right) side.

Wally Backman is a Stat Rat (760)

2011-06-19T10:28:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts coach Bubber Birdsong explains that manager Wally Backman is a "stat rat," meaning Backman is more aware of statistical trends than he is typically given credit for.

Wet Foot Prank (484)

2011-06-13T07:38:00.001-07:00

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Members of the South Georgia Peanuts - Mike Colacchio, Dustin Taylor and Ja Jones - play the "Wet Foot Prank" on teammate Jake Upwood.

Runner Caught Stealing, With Commentary (739)

2011-06-12T10:47:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts catcher Tug Gillingham provides commentary from the dugout as his team takes on the Bradenton Juice.

Baseball Coach on Meeting and Learning From Wally Backman (758)

2011-06-11T19:02:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts Bubber Birdsong discusses his first meeting with manager Wally Backman. Birdsong also explains how he learned from Backman during the course of the season.

Joey Hooft Gets Robbed of a Base Hit (420)

2011-06-10T09:01:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts infielder Joey Hooft is robbed on a nice play by the Aiken Foxhounds centerfielder.

Joey Hooft Discusses the Wally Backman Ejection (784)

2011-06-10T07:08:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts infielder Joey Hooft shares his thoughts on Wally Backman's ejection in Anderson, SC.

Wally Backman vs. Bugs and Pickoff Moves (270)

2011-06-09T17:37:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman swats at flying bugs while telling his players and coaches to watch out for the opposing pitcher's pickoff move.

Failed Hot Foot Prank (927)

2011-06-09T13:37:00.001-07:00

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Tug Gillingham and Mike Colacchio fail in their attempt to give a "hot foot" to teammate Chris Webb.

Players Wait in Clubhouse During Stadium Blackout (945)

2011-06-08T14:02:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts players wait in the clubhouse during a stadium blackout in Albany, GA. Pitcher Mike Colacchio complains about the quality of the postgame food spread, which consists of cold meat and warm soda. Pitcher Ja Jones then gets stuck in a garbage can.

Time Lapse Video of Minor League Ballpark (897)

2011-06-08T07:15:00.001-07:00

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A time lapse video of Paul Eames Sports Complex in Albany, GA. The footage was shot with a Panasonic HVX-200.

Baseball Pitcher Bullpen Pitch in Slow Motion (873)

2011-06-08T05:55:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts closer Drew Shetrone throws a pitch in the bullpen. Footage was filmed in slow motion using the Panasonic HVX-200.

Bubble Head Prank Fails (869)

2011-06-07T13:44:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts catcher Tug Gillingham tries - and fails - to pull the "Bubble Head" prank on teammate Derek Duclos.

Slow Motion Baseball Footage in Aiken, SC (806)

2011-06-06T17:08:00.001-07:00

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Slow motion footage of various plays during a game between the South Georgia Peanuts and Aiken Foxhounds on July 17, 2007.

Baseball Pitchers Discuss Electrocution in the Bullpen

2011-06-06T07:35:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts relievers Jake Upwood and Ja Jones talk about being electrocuted, as they watch an ominous storm approach the field before a game in Aiken, SC. The game was eventually canceled.

Baseball Heckler vs. Mike Caruso (465)

2011-06-05T11:21:00.001-07:00

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A heckler tries to distract Peanuts infielder Mike Caruso while he bats in a game in Aiken, SC. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd FIND PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS FACEBOOK PAGE For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Heckler at Minor League Baseball Game (464)

2011-06-05T07:20:00.001-07:00

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A heckler tries to distract South Georgia Peanuts infielder Joey Hooft as he bats in a game in Aiken, SC.

Hot Seat Prank in Baseball Team Bullpen (883)

2011-06-04T10:14:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitcher Chris Webb pulls the "Hot Seat" prank on teammate Shannon Wirth. The Hot Seat prank involves setting a teammates chair on fire using a lighter and a piece of trainer's tape. WARNING: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!

Wally Backman Makes a Pitching Change (462)

2011-06-03T10:24:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts manager Wally Backman visits the mound to bring in closer Drew Shetrone.

Baseball Team Hotel Blackout (811)

2011-06-03T06:59:00.001-07:00

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Members of the South Georgia Peanuts react when a thunderstorm takes out the power in the team's hotel.

Truck Stop Convenience Store at 4am (595)

2011-06-02T05:32:00.001-07:00

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The South Georgia Peanuts baseball team visits a truck stop convenience store at 4am.

Minor League Ballpark Blackout, Multiple Camera Angles (657)

2011-06-01T10:13:00.001-07:00

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A blackout at a minor league game in Albany, GA, as seen from multiple cameras that were filming during the taping of the TV series "Playing for Peanuts."

Bullpen Starts a Bonfire During Ballpark Blackout (655)

2011-05-31T08:28:00.001-07:00

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The South Georgia Peanuts bullpen starts a small bonfire after the lights go out during their game.

Lights Go Out At Minor League Baseball Game (654)

2011-05-29T08:55:00.001-07:00

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The lights go out during a game between the South Georgia Peanuts and Bradenton Juice in Albany, GA.

Minor League Mascot Races a Young Fan Around the Bases (718)

2011-05-27T20:20:00.001-07:00

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Team mascot Goober races a young fan around the bases between innings at a South Georgia Peanuts game.

Wally Backman Wraps Up a Pitcher's Arm

2011-05-26T16:31:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman wraps up pitcher Jerome Gamble's arm with ice following a game in Albany, GA.

Wally Backman Orders a Snake From the Pet Store(900)

2011-05-25T19:17:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman orders a snake from a local pet store. The snake was going to be used to prank first base coach Bubber Birdsong. The entire prank is featured in the DVD Extras of the Playing for Peanuts DVD box set, available on Amazon.com.

Baseball Mascot Fight! (293)

2011-05-24T13:16:00.001-07:00

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Two visiting mascots fight each other at a South Georgia Peanuts game.

Dizzy Bat Race (389)

2011-05-23T17:15:00.001-07:00

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Two young ladies compete in the Dizzy Bat Race at a South Georgia Peanuts game.

Pitching Coach Buddy York Gets a Hot Foot (928)

2011-05-19T08:25:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitching coach is on the receiving end of a hot foot prank, thanks to Tug Gillingham and Mike Colacchio.

Steve Butler and Shannon Wirth Try the Daylight Play (263)

2011-05-18T10:22:00.001-07:00

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During a meeting on the mound, pitcher Shannon Wirth and shortstop Steve Butler decide to put on a daylight play.

Larry Olenberger on Disputed HR and Wally Backman Ejection (767)

2011-05-17T12:40:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts hitting coach Larry Olenberger discusses the disputed home run call that led to manager Wally Backman's ejection in Macon, GA. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman: Who The Hell Are You Talking To? (627)

2011-05-16T20:09:00.001-07:00

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Hitting coach Larry Olenberger jokes with producer John Fitzgerald about going to a Waffle House. Because Olenberger is speaking through his wireless microphone, it confuses manager Wally Backman, who asks "Who the hell are you talking to?" This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman Hits Grounders, Listens to His Ejection (899)

2011-05-15T10:51:00.001-07:00

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Wally Backman hits ground balls to his players while broadcaster Matt Pauley plays audio from Backman's recent ejection over the empty stadium's loudspeaker. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Kids Eat Out of Dog Bowl During Minor League Game (393)

2011-05-14T07:11:00.001-07:00

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During a promotion between innings, two kids eat food out of a dog bowl. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman Discusses Hecklers (647)

2011-05-12T12:00:00.000-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman discusses hecklers with outfielder Jasha Balcom. Backman explains that hecklers in San Francisco and Chicago were considered the worst when he played for the New York Mets the 1980s.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball.

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For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman

For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net

All videos on this channel are Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman: He's a Dumbass! (639)

2011-05-11T15:20:00.000-07:00

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Wally Backman criticizes the strategy of the opposing manager for calling a hit and run play with nobody out and two runners on base. This is the censored ("bleeped") version of Wally Backman's famous ejection during a South Georgia Peanuts game in Anderson, SC. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Jon Zeringue Discusses "Small Ball" (211)

2011-05-11T06:38:00.001-07:00

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South Georgia Peanuts outfielder Jon Zeringue talks about how young players like to hit home runs, yet Wally Backman taught him how to play "small ball," or - as some media outlets call it - "Wally Ball." This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman: One of 'em Suck! (663)

2011-05-10T17:17:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman tells his pitching coach, "If a guy throws a slider and a curve, one of 'em SUCK!" This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Big Glove Boxing at Minor League Baseball Game (277)

2011-05-09T06:23:00.001-07:00

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Two young fans beat each other up in a game of Big Glove Boxing at a South Georgia Peanuts game in Albany, GA. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman vs. Bee (435)

2011-05-08T07:01:00.001-07:00

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Wally Backman swats wildly after pitching coach Buddy York tells him there is a bee flying near his head. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Tug Gillingham Discusses Wally Backman's Post-Ejection Bat Toss (244)

2011-05-07T17:32:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts catcher Tug Gillingham discusses manager Wally Backman's bat tossing incident in Anderson, SC. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman on the Mental Approach to Hitting (301)

2011-05-07T07:55:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman shares his thoughts on the mental approach to hitting. Backman says, "You've got to be able to hit the fastball fair with two strikes." This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman: Your Ass is Grass (629)

2011-05-06T10:30:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman explains his feelings on the hit and run play. "In the big leagues, if you get a hit and run and you don't swing, your ass is grass." This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman on Rattlesnake Bites

2011-05-05T06:13:00.001-07:00

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Wally Backman tells his coaching staff about the time he was bitten by a rattlesnake.

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Local Sports Editor: Wally Backman Deserves a Second Chance at MLB (833)

2011-05-04T11:30:00.001-07:00

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Local sports editor Scott Adamson shares his thoughts on whether Wally Backman deserves another chance at managing in the big leagues.

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Local Sports Editor: Backman a Net Positive for SCL (828)

2011-05-02T07:31:00.001-07:00

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Scott Adamson of the Anderson (SC) Independent Mail says Wally Backman was a net positive for the fledging South Coast League, despite the negative media reaction to his multiple ejections and suspensions.

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Strikeout During Minor League Game With Commentary (738)

2011-05-01T07:48:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitcher Mike Colacchio strikes out the opposing batter, as teammate Tug Gillingham provides commentary from the dugout.

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Wally Backman Team Meeting - Missed Signs (320)

2011-04-30T04:32:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman holds a team meeting to remind the Peanuts that they are losing some of their best players, but they can still win. He also tells them that they have to stop missing signs. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - http://bit.ly/peanutsdvd BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - PLAYING FOR PEANUTS ON FACEBOOK For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit http://southgeorgiapeanuts.net/roster/coaching-staff/wally-backman For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit http://www.southgeorgiapeanuts.net All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

TV Reporter Jeff Abeln Discusses Wally Backman (346)

2011-04-29T06:57:00.001-07:00

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Local TV sports report Jeff Abeln discusses manager Wally Backman's dealings with local media. Abeln admits to "testing" Backman with some tough questions and complements the manager on his handling of various situations. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit All videos on this channel are © Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Johnny Washington on Wally Backman's Postgame Speech (687)

2011-04-28T06:11:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts infielder Johnny Washington discusses Wally Backman's postgame speech and how he motivates his players.

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Eldora Granderson on Wally Backman and Misperceptions (427)

2011-04-27T07:09:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts trainer Eldora Granderson discusses the common misperceptions about manager Wally Backman.

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Wally Backman Pep Talk to Doc Brooks (533)

2011-04-26T05:25:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman gives some advice to his slumping cleanup hitter (Doc Brooks) after he strikes out.

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Buddy York on Wally Backman and Helping Young Players (885)

2011-04-24T11:35:00.001-07:00

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Pitching coach Buddy York talks about how Wally Backman has helped young players get back into affiliated baseball. York contends that helping young players is more important than winning.

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Wally Backman: That's Why They Pay Us the Big Bucks! (645)

2011-04-23T14:28:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman predicts a strikeout on a slider.

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Wally Backman: Difference Between Guessing and Anticipating (279)

2011-04-23T10:23:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman shares some managerial wisdom about hitting.

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Wally Backman Strikes Out a Batter (303)

2011-04-23T07:20:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman and pitching coach Buddy York call for a breaking pitch from reliever Josh Cowles. The pitch strikes out the batter.

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Jon Zeringue on Wally Backman's Influence and Bugs (214)

2011-04-22T08:03:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts outfielder Jon Zeringue explains the influence Wally Backman has had on his career. He also discusses the bugs of Albany, GA.

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Wally Backman on Bunting Strategy (653)

2011-04-21T20:38:00.001-07:00

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Manager Wally Backman explains to his team that he will only sacrifice the winning run into scoring position with nobody out. With one or two outs, the bunt sign would be an indication of a squeeze play.

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Dustin Taylor and Chris Webb on Wally Backman's Ejection in Anderson, SC (565)

2011-04-21T15:11:00.001-07:00

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Peanuts pitchers Dustin Taylor and Chris Webb discuss Wally Backman's ejection in Anderson, SC. This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts" - a documentary TV series about minor league baseball. ORDER THE DVD BOX SET (3 Discs, 10 Episodes + Bonus Features) - BECOME A PEANUTS FAN ON FACEBOOK - For more information on Peanuts manager Wally Backman, visit For more information on Playing for Peanuts, visit All videos on this channel are Peanut Pictures LLC. For licensing and media inquiries, contact John Fitzgerald at playingforpeanuts@gmail.com

Wally Backman Breaks the Fourth Wall (644)

2011-04-20T18:55:00.001-07:00

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Wally Backman unexpectedly breaks the "fourth wall"and begins talking to the documentary camera crews that are documenting the South Georgia Peanuts.

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