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Top of the Order: The Braves’ Ghost Bench Top of the Order: The Braves’ Ghost Bench

Atlanta has two roster spots it hardly ever uses. Plus, Christian Scott looks great and other..
The Thriving Baseball Community in Harrison County, MS The Thriving Baseball Community in Harrison County, MS

Discover the rich history and culture of baseball in Harrison County, MS and explore the various..
Exploring the Age Divisions for Youth Baseball Leagues in Harrison County, MS Exploring the Age Divisions for Youth Baseball Leagues in Harrison County, MS

Discover the different age divisions for youth baseball leagues in Harrison County, MS and..
Experience the Thrill of Baseball in Harrison County, MS Experience the Thrill of Baseball in Harrison County, MS

Discover the best places to watch a live baseball game in Harrison County, MS. From minor league..
Top of the Order: Depth Has Been Key to the Brewers’ Success Top of the Order: Depth Has Been Key to the Brewers’ Success

Let’s run through some of Milwaukee’s unexpected contributors this season. Plus, the Mariners..
Max Fried Talks Pitching (and Hitting) Max Fried Talks Pitching (and Hitting)

The Atlanta Braves southpaw has evolved into an ace, and he misses swinging a bat.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Return to Third Base Won’t Turn Toronto’s Season Around Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Return to Third Base Won’t Turn Toronto’s Season Around

The enigmatic slugger’s return to his original position isn’t enough to offset so many..
Getting to Two Vs. Closing the Deal Getting to Two Vs. Closing the Deal

No one makes mid-plate appearance pitching changes in the majors. But the Braves have a better..
Aaron Judge Is Slumping No More Aaron Judge Is Slumping No More

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Kyle Schwarber and the Quest for an Average Average Kyle Schwarber and the Quest for an Average Average

As the poster boy of Philadelphia’s “ball go boom” offense strives to become a jack of all trades,..
Broadcaster’s View: Tales From the Minor Leagues Broadcaster’s View: Tales From the Minor Leagues

Eating stink bugs for money, a snake eating a snake, and a lot of basebrawls. Five broadcasters..
Yankees Open To Offers On Impending Free Agents Yankees Open To Offers On Impending Free Agents

The Yankees dropped tonight’s 5-1 contest to the Rays. They’re at 55-51 heading into the deadline,..
Snellinger and the Jungle of Doom Snellinger and the Jungle of Doom

Here’s a method for big leaguers to evaluate potential future employers, and a Choose Your Own..
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Why should you care about this? You shouldn’t! You know who doesn’t care? The Pirates, who DFA’d..
2024 Dynamic Spring Skills Combine North Player Data 2024 Dynamic Spring Skills Combine North Player Data

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No Turner, no problem for Philadelphia. Plus, Rafael Devers sets a Red Sox record and other notes..
Five Things I Liked (Or Didn’t Like) This Week, 5/24/24 Five Things I Liked (Or Didn’t Like) This Week, 5/24/24

Pirate excitement, bunts galore, and more birds than you can shake a stick at.
New York Mets Top 42 Prospects New York Mets Top 42 Prospects

This system's overall depth, as well as the number of Top 100 guys and impact prospects (40+ FV or..
The Yankees Rotation Has Stepped Up in Gerrit Cole’s Absence The Yankees Rotation Has Stepped Up in Gerrit Cole’s Absence

The reigning AL Cy Young winner has reached a rehab milestone amid a strong stretch by his fellow..
Edwin Díaz Isn’t Fully Back Yet Edwin Díaz Isn’t Fully Back Yet

Don't put your head in the sand and pretend that nothing is wrong, Mets fans. Díaz clearly isn't..
Top of the Order: Is the Opener Dead? Top of the Order: Is the Opener Dead?

Teams have gone away from bullpen games so far this season. Plus, a preview of weekend intrigue.
Fernando Cruz’s Splitter Is Unhittable, but Batters Keep Trying Fernando Cruz’s Splitter Is Unhittable, but Batters Keep Trying

There are two theories about how to hit Cruz's splitter. Unfortunately, neither of them work.
Stay Away From Mookie Betts! Stay Away From Mookie Betts!

Opposing teams are pitching to Mookie Betts like they’re terrified of him. This new approach might..
The Gospel of Juan Soto The Gospel of Juan Soto

Soto has always worked miracles. Now he’s working better miracles.
Phillies, Blue Jays, Giants Have Shown Interest In Teoscar Hernandez Phillies, Blue Jays, Giants Have Shown Interest In Teoscar Hernandez

The Phillies, Giants and Blue Jays are among the teams that touched base with the Mariners..
Giants Could Deal From Rotation Depth Giants Could Deal From Rotation Depth

The Giants have drawn interest in their starting pitchers, and while ace Logan Webb rather clearly..
Inclement Weather Policy for Baseball Tournament in Lubbock, TX: What You Need to Know Inclement Weather Policy for Baseball Tournament in Lubbock, TX: What You Need to Know

Rocker B Ranch's inclement weather policy ensures that teams are not left out of pocket in case of..
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A jumble of teams are still sitting around .500 and could wind up in the playoff picture with one..
These Ribs Aren’t for Dinner, Alas: Bellinger, Casas Both Suffer Fractures These Ribs Aren’t for Dinner, Alas: Bellinger, Casas Both Suffer Fractures

An awkward swing and a collision with an outfield wall have sent two sluggers to the injured list.
CJ Abrams Is Taking Over At the Plate CJ Abrams Is Taking Over At the Plate

After a slight mechanical adjustment, the Nats shortstop is crushing everything in sight.
Five Things I Liked (Or Didn’t Like) This Week, April 19 Five Things I Liked (Or Didn’t Like) This Week, April 19

Old legends, young upstarts, and jaw-dropping defense highlight this week's edition of Five Things.
The Stolen Base Explosion Hasn’t Continued The Stolen Base Explosion Hasn’t Continued

Steals came so easily in 2023 that the path of least resistance in 2024 seemed to be more and more..
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It’s too early to tell if the AL Central teams with winning records are actually good, or whether..
Jeff Hoffman: Aiming for First Place, Among Equals Jeff Hoffman: Aiming for First Place, Among Equals

“You see how our bullpen is built. It’s all just the nastiest guys you can possibly put together.”
Let’s All Get Irresponsibly Excited About Jared Jones Let’s All Get Irresponsibly Excited About Jared Jones

Pittsburgh's newest starting pitcher might already be its best.
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As San Diego scrambles to retool following a club-record payroll, it has taken a very strange..
Board Update: Scouting Reports for AL Rookies Are Live Board Update: Scouting Reports for AL Rookies Are Live

Reports and tool grades for 17 rookie-eligible big leaguers are now on The Board.
Everything You Need to Know About the Baseball Tournament in Lubbock, TX Everything You Need to Know About the Baseball Tournament in Lubbock, TX

Are you looking to join the baseball tournament in Lubbock, TX? Learn about all rules and..
Pitchers Approaching Career Milestones In 2024 Pitchers Approaching Career Milestones In 2024

This post is sponsored by Stathead.  Baseball Reference is celebrating the return of MLB with..
2024 Positional Power Rankings: Starting Rotation (No. 16-30) 2024 Positional Power Rankings: Starting Rotation (No. 16-30)

We kick off the rotation rankings with the clubs in the bottom half.
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