The playoffs are nearly upon us for baseball. After 162 grueling contests, the best teams finally get to duke it out for the World Series trophy. I say best, but really I should say hottest. Like having an unbeatable goalie in hockey, momentum entering the postseason is one of the most dangerous tools in baseball.… Continue reading Two Streaks In Stereo
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Three September Call-Ups Worth Watching This Season
September is a synonym of call-ups in MLB. Rosters expand, and that’s the perfect chance to see highly-touted prospects make his debut in the Majors. But every year we get the chance to see talented youngsters take the field in the final month of the regular season. 2017 is not going to be any different.… Continue reading Three September Call-Ups Worth Watching This Season
The Detroit Tigers Hit Reset
Baseball’s waiver trade deadline usually doesn’t make much of an impact. The Detroit Tigers made sure that the last chance for teams to add playoff eligible players this year was quite the opposite. It began in mid-July, but August 31st was the Tigers slamming their fist down on the reset button. It is something they… Continue reading The Detroit Tigers Hit Reset
Justin Verlander Is Exactly the Kind of Pitcher the Houston Astros Need
The Houston Astros made quite a splash on the last day of August. And it might be what makes the difference during their likely playoff run in the American League. Embed from Getty Images Late on Thursday – or technically, Friday – past 1 AM the move was confirmed. The Astros acquired Justin Verlander from… Continue reading Justin Verlander Is Exactly the Kind of Pitcher the Houston Astros Need
The Dodgers Frighten Me
This season for the Los Angeles Dodgers has been magical. Every move they’ve made has come up aces. Their late inning heroics are unparalleled in recent times. They are a frightening team to see on your upcoming schedule. The Dodgers could very well be the first team since the 2001 Mariners to break the 110… Continue reading The Dodgers Frighten Me
Paul Goldschmidt Has Been The Real MVP In The NL This Season
There has been a lot of talk regarding who should be the best player in the National League this season. But unlike recent years, there is no clear favorite in the race for the NL MVP. Many experts pointed at Bryce Harper, but his injury cuts his season short. Kris Bryant has not been able… Continue reading Paul Goldschmidt Has Been The Real MVP In The NL This Season
Why Jose Altuve Should Be The 2017 AL MVP
The AL MVP race this season is going to be a tight one. There are several options to name the most important player in the junior circuit. And with such a crowded field, some names have created distance with the rest of the pack. Aaron Judge is one thanks to his batting numbers with the… Continue reading Why Jose Altuve Should Be The 2017 AL MVP
Giancarlo Stanton Keeps Going Boom
Two years ago, I posited that Giancarlo Stanton was arguably having the greatest power season in MLB history. He promptly got hurt and l looked foolish (a hardly unfamiliar feeling). But here we are again in 2017 and the now-healthy Stanton is hitting bombs left and right. He’s homered in six straight games. He has… Continue reading Giancarlo Stanton Keeps Going Boom
MLB September Call-Ups That Must Happen
The baseball season is grinding towards the playoffs. But while October will only see two handfuls of teams play, the month prior will see rosters expand. September is when most clubs will see their favorite prospects trotted out for the first time. Even a few will make playoff rosters and play a huge role in… Continue reading MLB September Call-Ups That Must Happen
The Race For The NL Central Is Heating Up – Who Will Come Out On Top?
One of the most interesting postseason races in MLB this season lies in the NL Central. With around a month and a half left on the schedule, four teams have a shot at winning the crown. And while two seem to be the favorites, no one can discard any team until the numbers say otherwise.… Continue reading The Race For The NL Central Is Heating Up – Who Will Come Out On Top?