Most of the talk surrounding the Philadelphia Phillies these days rightly involves two main topics. First is just how bad the current group of placeholder players is performing.The other major topic revolves around when the Phillies will begin to promote some of its better minor league prospects. And which of those prospects will get the … Continue reading Jerad Eickhoff not as bad as the 2017 record looks
MLB Spotlight Series: Cleveland Indians at Minnesota Twins
There has been no bigger MLB surprise story this season than the Minnesota Twins. A year ago, the Twins 59-103 mark was the worst in all of Major League Baseball.Entering this weekend, Minnesota has fashioned a 34-29 record. The Twins have sat atop the AL Central Division standings now for more than a month.Trying to chase them down … Continue reading MLB Spotlight Series: Cleveland Indians at Minnesota Twins
Time is now for Nationals to deal for bullpen help
More than two months into the 2017 MLB regular season, the Washington Nationals are in great shape in the standings. The Nats lead the National League East Division by 8.5 games over their nearest rivals.The Nationals would appear to be cruising towards a second consecutive postseason appearance. It would be the franchise’s fourth NL East crown, … Continue reading Time is now for Nationals to deal for bullpen help
MLB Draft first rounders not guaranteed success
Last night's first round of the 2017 MLB Amateur Draft was full of excitement and anticipation for the teams and families involved. However, history shows that most of those selected will prove to be forgettable choices.As an example, a look back at the draft from exactly a decade ago reveals such varied results. There were a couple … Continue reading MLB Draft first rounders not guaranteed success
Twins have tough decision with top pick in 2017 MLB Draft
At some point before 7:00pm EDT on Monday night, the Minnesota Twins brain trust will make a difficult decision. That decision is likely to have a big impact on the organization during the decade of the 2020’s.Both general manager Thad Levine and president of baseball operations Derek Falvey are in their first seasons in those roles. The … Continue reading Twins have tough decision with top pick in 2017 MLB Draft
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