Log Date: January 4, 2026. Actually, a better name for this guy would probably have been either Willie or Dave. During the 1970s, the Pittsburgh Pirates (Led by Willie Stargell & Dave Parker) carried the nickname “The Lumber Company” because while waiting for their turn to bat, they would practice their swings with giant sledgehammers rather than baseball bats. Very intimidating! 😨😨👡👡