Voting is now underway for the 2017 candidates to be enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Under rules amended two years ago, players are now considered for 10 years. Those who are not elected pass into the “Era” committees, formerly known as the “Veteran’s Committee”, for future consideration.The current committees include “Today’s Game”, which evaluates … Continue reading Baseball Hall of Fame: Three executives deserve enshrinement
2016 Winter Meetings: Houston Astros
When the Winter Meetings open in National Harbor, Maryland next week, look for the Houston Astros to be one of the big players in free agent deals, big trades, or both.A new Collective Bargaining Agreement could soon be announced between Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association. If that happens, the Astros could strike … Continue reading 2016 Winter Meetings: Houston Astros
Nationals / Expos All-Time 25-Man Roster
The Washington Nationals emerged for the 2005 season after the relocation of the original Montreal Expos franchise.Major League Baseball expanded by four teams and split into a divisional format beginning in 1969. The Kansas City Royals and Seattle Pilots (now the Milwaukee Brewers) went to the American League. The Expos and San Diego Padres were assigned … Continue reading Nationals / Expos All-Time 25-Man Roster
Bradley Zimmer set to crack Tribe lineup
The Cleveland Indians had a magical 2016 season, one that fell just one victory short of baseball’s ultimate prize. Cleveland won the American League Central Division crown by eight games. The Indians then bounced a pair of AL East heavyweights, the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays, out of the playoffs.Advancing to the World Series for the first … Continue reading Bradley Zimmer set to crack Tribe lineup
Rockies may be ready to move CarGo
In November of 2008, the Colorado Rockies sent their all-star left fielder Matt Holliday to the Oakland A’s.In exchange, the Rox received emerging closer Huston Street, young starting pitcher Greg Smith, and a 22-year old outfielder named Carlos Gonzalez.Smith was a non-factor, making only eight appearances with the Rockies in 2010. Street lasted three strong seasons as the closer in Denver, helping … Continue reading Rockies may be ready to move CarGo
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