Hindsight’s cruelty: reviewing the Anthony DeSclafani-Mat Latos trade
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Carter Capps is more than a funky delivery
Marlins relief pitcher Carter Capps has become well-known around Major League Baseball for his unique delivery. But he’s much more than that. Derek Helling explores. Continue reading Carter Capps is more than a funky delivery
Southpaw sovereignty
Derek Helling looks at left-handed hitters who’re having stellar seasons. Continue reading Southpaw sovereignty
Isaacson: Time For The Orioles To Start Kevin Gausman
It’s time for the Orioles to start Kevin Gausman, writes Gabe Isaacson. “I have no doubt that he would be no worse than their third-best starter.” Continue reading Isaacson: Time For The Orioles To Start Kevin Gausman
Ten Contracts That Could Be Traded
By Gabe Isaacson I’ve commented on, though haven’t written at length about, the recent Diamondbacks salary dump trade. On a fundamental level, I have no problem with teams trading money. The Dodgers have been spending obscene sums in the international … Continue reading Ten Contracts That Could Be Traded
Twin seasons: the 2010 and 2015 Minnesota Twins
Derek Helling compares the Twins 2010 playoff side with their 2015 squad. Continue reading Twin seasons: the 2010 and 2015 Minnesota Twins
Evaluating The Trade Market For Cole Hamels
By Gabe Isaacscon Before we know the availability of Johnny Cueto, Carlos Gomez, and others, Cole Hamels is far and away the biggest trade chip who will surely be available this July. The Phillies should’ve been active sellers this offseason, but they’ll … Continue reading Evaluating The Trade Market For Cole Hamels
The Curious Case Of Steven Souza
Gabe Isaacson looks at Steven Souza. A one time blue-chip prospect who’s having a good, but intriguing, first year. Continue reading The Curious Case Of Steven Souza
Getting To Know Stats: Baserunning
By Darren Helley Big hitters drive in the runs; Baserunners are the runs. A vital aspect of the game that has lacked statistical depth is baserunning. A lost art that can be as valuable to scoring runs as the batter at … Continue reading Getting To Know Stats: Baserunning
Getting to know stats: Pitching
By Darren Helley Pitching statistics can be both mind-blowing and downright confusing. As compared to the step-by-step evolution of batting statistics, pitching has many more scenarios and external factors surrounding its key stats. None of which proves that better than … Continue reading Getting to know stats: Pitching
New Podcast! Episode 33: 2015 Preview Series – National League East
Ollie & Steven kickoff their 2015 preview series with the NL East. Will Washington dominate again? How much ground have the Marlins and Mets made up? What does Ruben Amaro do with the Phillies? And why are the Braves planning … Continue reading New Podcast! Episode 33: 2015 Preview Series – National League East
Getting to know stats: hitting
By Darren Helley With Opening Day of the 2015 MLB Regular Season on the horizon, we start afresh on the eve of yet another exciting, entertaining summer of baseball. Regardless of how long you’ve been a fan of baseball, a … Continue reading Getting to know stats: hitting
Call to the Bullpen 