 Kelly Candaele (qv) was one of the writers for this movie. His  mother played in the league portrayed in the movie. Also, Kellys  brother, Casey, was a major league infielder from 1986 through 1997.  His best season was 1991 (right before the movie was released) when  he collected 121 hits and 50 RBI for the Houston Astros as their  usual starting second baseman.