The Value of Prospects
Teams (and their fanbases) are hesitant to trade away prospects. But are they overvaluing them?
49: My 2018 MLB Predictions
Started March 16, 2018
Baseball season starts soon, and so I’m giving my predictions for the upcoming year. Spoiler: I don’t think the Reds will come in last! Resources: 2018 Baseball Predictions (Article)
44: My Hall of Fame Ballot
Started January 15, 2018
I don’t actually get a vote for the Baseball Hall of Fame, but here’s what my vote would look like if I did. I also discuss why I’m #Never Bonds and #NeverClemens. Resources: Article: My 2018 Hall of Fame Ballot BBWAA Rules for...
38: Why I Hate Instant Replay
Started October 16, 2017
A botched replay in last week’s NLDS between the Nationals and the Cubs reminded me, yet again, why I hate instant replay in sports so much.
A Ballpark Travelogue
Updated 9/28/2018 Updated 7/20/2018 Updated 9/28/2017 For the past few years when I’ve attended a Major League Baseball game, I’ve “checked in” using the MLB Ballpark app. It’s been a great way to keep track of the...
17: Does Baseball Need a “Face of the Game?”
Started July 13, 2017
During this week’s All-Star festivities, there was a lot of talk asking “Who is the ‘Face of the Game?’” The media wanted to anoint Aaron Judge, but I argue that there is no “Face of the Game,” and...
9: Comparing MLB Ballparks
Started June 15, 2017
I recently went on a road trip with my son and daughter to some different MLB ballparks, and so I thought I’d compare the ballparks I’ve visited over the years: the good (Progressive Field, Camden Yards), the bad (Tropicana Field, RFK...
My 10 Favorite Active Baseball Players
The other day my son asked me to name my 10 favorite active baseball players (besides him, of course). I thought it was a good exercise, as I watch a lot of baseball, and who I enjoy watching most changes over time. My all-time favorites are Ken...
5: My 10 Favorite Active Baseball Players
Started June 1, 2017
Top 10 List! I reveal my 10 favorite active baseball players in the game today. I’ll give you a hint: neither Brandon Phillips nor any Yankee or Cardinal make the list. Resources: Original Article: My 10 Favorite Active Baseball Players My...
My 2017 Hall of Fame Ballot
Last year I posted my own votes for the Hall of Fame, and although I’m not as excited about any of the candidates as I was then, I thought I’d put up my votes again. There is no inner circle Hall of Famer like last year (Junior!), but...
Five Ways the Spiritual Life is Like Baseball
The Major League Baseball season began last week, and for the next seven months teams will compete to become this year’s World Series champion. I’ve always been a big fan of baseball (okay, I’ll be honest, I put the “fanatical” in fan when it...
