More Even Year Magic For The San Francisco Giants?

More Even Year Magic For The San Francisco Giants?

Baseball is one of the most superstitious sports in the world.  From players that refuse to touch the baselines to pre-pitch and pre-at bat routines that are on the border of OCD status, baseball is one sport where trends and numbers are treasured.  One trend that has developed during this decade has revolved around the… Continue reading More Even Year Magic For The San Francisco Giants?

Nationals Redemption Story

The Washington Nationals were one of the biggest disappointments of the 2015 season.  They started off as preseason World Series favorites, yet ended up missing the playoffs entirely.  Manager Matt Williams got his walking papers shortly thereafter.  There were some high points in the season.  Bryce Harper won the NL MVP and Max Scherzer threw… Continue reading Nationals Redemption Story

2016 Breakout Candidates: National League

The American League has already got its due, now the National League takes the stage.  The Senior Circuit has a different brand of baseball than its DH-possessing counterparts, but they are no different when it comes to having players break out.  Constant in game maneuvering makes roster construction much more important in the National League,… Continue reading 2016 Breakout Candidates: National League

Cubs Hoping Back To The Future Was Off

The Cubs were a revelation in 2015.  They created a National League monster with a perfect mixture of big named free agents and just as big named prospects. The lovable losers improved by 24 games under new manager Joe Maddon and came within one round of their first World Series appearance since the Harry Truman… Continue reading Cubs Hoping Back To The Future Was Off