Major League Baseball recreated the 'Field of Dreams' for a game and it was purely magical
Last night something magical happened in a cornfield in Dyersville, Iowa. Major League Baseball paid tribute to the 1989 classic "Field of Dreams" by recreating the field from the movie in the same cornfield where the original was shot.
The field had a vintage wooden scoreboard in left field and on the other side of the outfield wall, was a cornfield that seemed to stretch on forever. Before the game, players from the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox made their way to the field through the maze of corn.
Is this heaven? #MLBatFieldofDreams https://t.co/UzAIYtW40i— New York Yankees (@New York Yankees) 1628810545.0
Both teams were dressed in vintage uniforms. The White Sox donned the uniforms of the 1919 Chicago team dubbed the "Black Sox" because eight players allegedly took bribes to throw the World Series.
All eight players were banned from baseball for life by Commissioner, Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis.
In "Field of Dreams" the scandalized players magically return to a field in an Iowa cornfield built by Ray Kinsella (Kevin Costner) seventy years later.
Costner reflected on the film's enduring popularity in an interview with CBS. "This thing has a heartbeat. That being said, this is a movie that could also have fallen right off the cliff and been incredibly goofy," he said. "It was just magical what happened."
Before the game, Costner emerged from the cornfield to the beautiful soundtrack from the film. In the infield, he gave a speech to mark the film's anniversary and celebrate the impact it's had over the past generation.
"On the other side of that corn we filmed a movie that stood the test of time. Tonight, thanks to that enduring imp… https://t.co/dgOqY8z7sb— FOX Sports: MLB (@FOX Sports: MLB) 1628810326.0
"Thirty years ago, on the other side of that corn, we filmed a movie that stood the test of time," Costner said behind a vintage microphone. "Tonight, thanks to that enduring impact that that little movie had, it's allowed us to come here again, but now on a field that Major League Baseball made. We've come to see the first-place White Sox play the mighty Yankees in a field that was once corn. It's perfect."
"We've kept our promise. Major League Baseball has kept its promise," Costner said. "The dream is still alive." He then asked the crowd if this is heaven, quoting the film. "Yes, it is," he responded. "This field is for the players. Good luck tonight."
Costner handed the field over to the players and they sure did deliver on the magic that was promised in his speech.
The visiting Yankees trailed 7-4 with two outs in the bottom of the ninth and managed to force the White Sox into the bottom of the inning. Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer to reduce the Sox lead to one, and after a Joey Gallo walk, Giancarlo Stanton hit a two-run home run to give the Yankees an 8-7 lead.
THIS is Giancarlo Stanton’s Yankee moment! Go-ahead home run! https://t.co/aj5kpA7gkP— Talkin' Yanks (@Talkin' Yanks) 1628822706.0
However, in a game celebrating the legend of "Shoeless" Joe Jackson, the White Sox would get the final say. In the bottom of the ninth, Tim Anderson hit a two-run walk-off home run to give the Sox a 9-7 victory.
WHAT A DREAM. Tim Anderson walks it off! https://t.co/0GDXW91uKg— Chicago White Sox (@Chicago White Sox) 1628823828.0
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12 non-threatening leadership strategies for women
We mustn't hurt a man's feelings.
Men and the feels.
Note: This an excerpt is from Sarah Cooper's book, How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men's Feelings.
In this fast-paced business world, female leaders need to make sure they're not perceived as pushy, aggressive, or competent.
One way to do that is to alter your leadership style to account for the fragile male ego.
Should men accept powerful women and not feel threatened by them? Yes. Is that asking too much?
IS IT?
Sorry, I didn't mean to get aggressive there. Anyhoo, here are twelve non-threatening leadership strategies for women.
Encourage.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When setting a deadline, ask your coworker what he thinks of doing something, instead of just asking him to get it done. This makes him feel less like you're telling him what to do and more like you care about his opinions.
Sharing ideas.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When sharing your ideas, overconfidence is a killer. You don't want your male coworkers to think you're getting all uppity. Instead, downplay your ideas as just "thinking out loud," "throwing something out there," or sharing something "dumb," "random," or "crazy."
Email requests.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Pepper your emails with exclamation marks and emojis so you don't come across as too clear or direct. Your lack of efficient communication will make you seem more approachable.
Idea sharing.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
If a male coworker steals your idea in a meeting, thank him for it. Give him kudos for how he explained your idea so clearly. And let's face it, no one might've ever heard it if he hadn't repeated it.
Sexism.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When you hear a sexist comment, the awkward laugh is key. Practice your awkward laugh at home, with your friends and family, and in the mirror. Make sure you sound truly delighted even as your soul is dying inside.
Mansplain.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Men love explaining things. But when he's explaining something and you already know that, it might be tempting to say, "I already know that." Instead, have him explain it to you over and over again. It will make him feel useful and will give you some time to think about how to avoid him in the future.
Mistakes.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Pointing out a mistake is always risky so it's important to always apologize for noticing the mistake and then make sure that no one thinks you're too sure about it. People will appreciate your "hey what do I know?!" sensibilities.
Promotions.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Asking your manager for a promotion could make you seem power- hungry, opportunistic, and transparent. Instead, ask a male coworker to vouch for you. Have your coworker tell your manager you'd be great for the role even though you don't really want it. This will make you more likely to actually get that promotion.
Rude.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Sometimes not everyone is properly introduced at the start of a meeting. Don't take it personally even if it happens to you all the time, and certainly don't stop the meeting from moving forward to introduce yourself. Sending a quick note afterward is the best way to introduce yourself without seeming too self-important.
Interruptions.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When you get interrupted, you might be tempted to just continue talking or even ask if you can finish what you were saying. This is treacherous territory. Instead, simply stop talking. The path of least resistance is silence.
Collaboration.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When collaborating with a man, type using only one finger. Skill and speed are very off-putting.
Disagreements.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When all else fails, wear a mustache so everyone sees you as more man-like. This will cancel out any need to change your leadership style. In fact, you may even get a quick promotion!
In conclusion...
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Many women have discovered the secret power of non-threatening leadership. We call it a "secret power" because no one else actually knows about it. We keep our power hidden within ourselves so that it doesn't frighten and intimidate others. That's what makes us the true unsung heroes of the corporate world.
About the Author: Sarah Cooper
Sarah Cooper is a writer, comedian, and author of 100 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings. Her new book, How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men's Feelings, is out now.
The comedic book cover.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
A satirical take on what it's like to be a woman in the workplace, Cooper draws from her experience as a former executive in the world of tech (she's a former Googler and Yahooer). You can get the book here.
This article was originally published on March 25, 2019.