This is the time of year, due to the votes for the Hall of Fame, that one of the national pastimes is to measure the greatness of the game. So it is a good time to remember one of the best starters in history, who is not talked about enough; Warren Spahn. He won 363 … Read more
A week ago, we took a look at the top prospective hitters. Now, it’s the pitchers’ turn. While the group of gunboats is full of international talent, the history of the gunslingers is different, with most of them arriving via the draft. Here’s a look at the Latinos who rank in the top 30: Red … Read more
There’s no way the umpire is signaling you, right? It has to be in the direction of the manager or towards a player who is in the stands. But no, umpire Mario Seneca was looking directly at it: Derek Dye, the intern for the Daytona Cubs, had been ejected from the game. “I was paralyzed. … Read more
If you like batting, the 2022 Amateur Draft group is for you. MLB Pipeline’s list of the 100 best prospects heading to the Amateur Draft is out now. While a lot may happen until the July Draft date, it looks like the group will be loaded with position players, especially at the top. There are … Read more
This year’s Hall of Fame ballot features new big names (David Ortiz, Alex Rodriguez) and others facing what will potentially be their last chance (Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Curt Schilling). But there are other players who should also be paying attention to. MLB.com analysts selected seven Hall of Fame candidates who could be flying under … Read more
TORONTO – The Toronto division of the North American Baseball Writers Association (BBWAA) met Tuesday for the Blue Jays’ annual 2021 awards vote. In addition to the traditional recognition for the best player, pitcher, rookie and the most improved, the Toronto division also awarded the John Cerutti Award to the individual who best represents goodwill, … Read more
Expansion Drafts are exciting, not only because that means there are new teams establishing themselves in MLB, but also because they often represent a fresh start for players who end up becoming stars. Tuesday marked the 61st anniversary of the first MLB Expansion Draft in 1960, when the Los Angeles Angels and new Washington Senators … Read more
When a pitcher throws a no-hit, no-run game, the second most important player on the field is usually the catcher. Although we tend to identify no-hitters with pitchers, and with good reason, credit must also be given to the protagonist who sees these feats from behind the plate. Two receivers have been a part of … Read more
Eighty-one days separated the major league debuts of Jackie Robinson and Larry Doby. But the difference in our collective appreciation for what these two legends meant to the game – and to the United States – is incalculable. Jackie, who made his debut for the Dodgers on April 15, 1947, was the face of a … Read more
MINNEAPOLIS – Johan Santana still remembers the day he arrived in Florida for his first training sessions with the Minnesota Twins. He will never forget that Terry Ryan and Bill Smith – the general manager and assistant general manager of his new team, respectively – came to meet him personally at Southwest Florida International Airport. … Read more
