MLB Second Half Forecast

MLB Second Half Forecast

Every year, in mid-July, the MLB All-Star break is a celebration of baseball marking the end of the unofficial first half. There’s the Futures Game, the MLB Draft, Home Run Derby, and, of course, the All-Star Game itself. It’s also a good time to reflect upon what has occurred in the season so far. And, […]

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 MLB All-Throwback Team

MLB All-Throwback Team

Major League Baseball has tried hard in recent years to modernize its game. The addition of technologies like Statcast, and Pitch fx have provided fans with even more information in a stats-driven sport. Additionally, deals with Youtube, Apple TV, and Peacock, NBC’s streaming service, have attempted to make the league more accessible.  However, due to […]

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 2022 MLB All-Star Game Voting Guide

2022 MLB All-Star Game Voting Guide

Voting for the MLB All-Star Game is well underway and, as usual, there is no shortage of great candidates.  Some positions offer tougher choices than others but it’s definitely something to look forward to. There’s always the conflict between choosing players on your team, or ones that truly deserve it. There’s also a strategy of […]

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 MLB Standings Reveal, 2022 Edition

MLB Standings Reveal, 2022 Edition

Like any self-respecting baseball fan, I don’t actively take a good look at the MLB standings until the first week of June. Normally it would be on June 1st. However, with this season’s later start, the reveal was pushed back to the first weekend in June.  For the second year in a row, I made […]

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 Draft TBT: 1997, The worst QB draft ever

Draft TBT: 1997, The worst QB draft ever

Last week during the NFL Draft, a fact was mentioned that sent me reeling! When the Pittsburgh Steelers selected Kenny Pickett, it marked the latest a quarterback had been drafted since Jim Druckenmiller was taken 26th overall back in 1997.  That got me thinking, what other QBs were drafted that year? And were there any […]

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 One Random Prediction For Every MLB Team

One Random Prediction For Every MLB Team

A new MLB season is right around the corner. When thinking about the next six months of baseball, there is much to contemplate.  Hope springs eternal, and every team feels good about the upcoming season now. Some of these are bold, some are to be expected, but here is one prediction for every MLB team. […]

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 NCAA March Madness: Who Will Win It All?

NCAA March Madness: Who Will Win It All?

Last week I provided some pointers on how to fill out your bracket. Now, with the tournament field set, I’ll provide more concrete advice and reveal my pick of who will win it all.  I’m doing things a little bit differently this year. I’m not worrying about all of the first-round matchups and potential upsets, […]

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 How to Fill Out Your March Madness Bracket

How to Fill Out Your March Madness Bracket

It’s early March, which means the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments are right around the corner. Buckle up and get ready for three weeks of the most exciting, high-pressure hoops you’re likely to witness all year. While everyone knows the perfect bracket doesn’t exist, there are a few things to keep in mind in […]

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 Could Troy Aikman Save Monday Night Football?

Could Troy Aikman Save Monday Night Football?

News began circulating Thursday morning about a shakeup in the NFL television landscape. Troy Aikman, the long-time Fox analyst, is believed to be joining ESPN to spearhead their Monday Night Football broadcast. The current team in the booth, led by Steve Levy, has been underwhelming. Many fans have chosen to watch the Manning Mega Cast […]

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 Valentine’s Day or Man Crush Monday

Valentine’s Day or Man Crush Monday

Valentine’s day is here and it’s likely to have you in your feelings. Whether you’re in a relationship, single, or ready to get out there and mingle, it’s a day to reflect on love. It’s also a perfect time for Man Crush Monday. Here’s a list of players who have had my heart racing, and […]

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 The Best MLB Free Agents Still Available

The Best MLB Free Agents Still Available

MLB players and owners resumed talks last week and baseball fans can, at least, dream of reaching a potential lockout-busting deal. When, and if, that happens; there will be plenty of business to attend to before any games are played. Several of the top free agents are still on the market. Here are the best […]

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 The Frenzy & The Falls: My Niagara Getaway

The Frenzy & The Falls: My Niagara Getaway

A frenzy of MLB free-agent signings coincided with my mini-vacation to beautiful Niagara Falls, Ontario.  Back in August, I documented my Sauble Beach foray with some baseball observations mixed in. I had no intention of journaling my experiences this time, but the rash of moves told me I should.  Also, I had fun with it […]

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