Part four of the Dominican baseball player spotlight has arrived. This go-around, after wrapping up the American League (AL), the National League (NL) East gets some love. One of the richest divisions in the league boasts some of the biggest Dominican stars. Atlanta Braves Atlanta’s only Dominican player is Marcell Ozuna (Santo Domingo). The designated …
Batting .400 in a single season is a feat that we haven’t seen since Ted Williams in 1941. It has always seemed to be one of those milestones that will never be reached again in our lifetimes. But there is one player who is currently batting .401 as of today and could potentially come very …
With the 2023 MLB season just days away, the present presents a perfect opportunity to offer my 2023 MLB award predictions. Last year, the Houston Astros were crowned with a World Series win, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies to solidify their status as a dynasty. Bryce Harper won the MVP award after failing to make the …
*NOTE TO READER: THE IN-DEPTH PREVIEW IS ON OUR YOUTUBE* The Miami Marlins are coming off of a 69-93 season. It was a disappointing season, that led to some personnel changes from top to bottom across the organization. They have also decided to undergo some philosophical and cultural changes. For the In-Depth Miami Marlins 2023 …
The MLB has about $1 Billion in revenue at risk if Sinclair broadcasting fails to make payments, the broadcast company owns MLB Broadcasts rights to 14 teams. The MLB is prepared to take over those rights. “I think you should assume that if Diamond doesn’t broadcast, we’ll be in a position to step in,” baseball …
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Does Max Fried’s Arbitration Hurt The Chances of a Long-Term Deal? Max Fried‘s arbitration hearing ensures his salary for 2023 almost certainly more than double. Players rarely lose their hearings. Fried won his last year. Fried and the Braves are only $1.5 million apart on his salary for the upcoming season. Despite being close on …
The Minnesota Twins and the Miami Marlins are in agreement on a trade that is sending Luis Arraez to Miami in exchange for Pablo Lopez and prospects. The two prospects included in the trade are shortstop Jose Salas and outfielder Byron Chourio. Arraez, who was the American League batting champ in 2022, is seen as …
The Miami Marlins are in agreement with 37-year-old right-hander Johnny Cueto. The deal will consist of a one-year contract worth $8.5MM and will include a club option for the 2024 season. The contract will be paid in the form of $6MM this upcoming season with a $2.5MM buyout if the Marlins decide not to pick …
Miguel Cabrera Is Calling It A Career. Today, Miguel Cabrera confirmed his retirement after the 2023 season. The 39 year-old future hall-of-famer has put together an incredible 20 season career with his 21st season being his last. It was speculated that he would be announcing his retirement soon, but the bittersweet feeling still stands as …
For the past half-decade, Jacob deGrom has been one of, if not the most dominant pitcher in all of baseball. In 645.1 innings over the past five seasons, deGrom has an ERA just over two and has struck out 12.2 batters per nine innings. Though he has been dominant, the only problem for deGrom has …
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After Don Mattingly announced he would not return to the Miami Marlins for the 2023 season, fans have been waiting for who the organization would hire. Today the Marlins announce Skip Schumaker as the manager moving forward. Who Is Skip Schumaker? Schumaker most recent job was as a bench coach for the St. Louis Cardinals, …
Braves Sweep Mets Behind Bullpen’s Strong Showing Ummm…yeah, this article missed the mark. Kenley Jansen, and the rest of Atlanta’s bullpen, proved a key part of the Braves sweep of the New York Mets this weekend. Brian Snitker‘s job of managing the in playoffs has to feel easier seeing Jansen regain his form. He struggled …