Andrew McCutchen Homers and Astros Comeback in Camo Hats
Andrew McCutchen walks-off in Pittsburgh and the Astros post an amazing comeback wearing Memorial Day jerseys.
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Lefty power on the mound and at the plate may lead to several MLB milestones
Strikeouts and home runs are on the rise, and that’s the common thread connecting many of this week’s potential MLB milestones.
Pitchers increasingly throw complete games only when they are shutouts
Over the last 100 years of baseball, there has been a steady increase in the percentage of all complete games thrown that were also shutouts.
Chris Sale and Craig Kimbrel among AL East players vying for a milestone
Players around the AL East—including Red Sox Chris Sale and Craig Kimbrel—can close in on big MLB milestones during their May 22-28 games.
Albert Pujols, Justin Upton swinging for the fences as they near MLB milestones
Albert Pujols and Justin Upton have added incentive to homer this week. Those MLB milestones and more to watch for during the week of May 15.
Yonder Alonso is off to a very good start this season
Yonder Alonso, in his first 32 games, has surpassed several career highs and is on his way to a career season.
Jose Reyes limps, Clayton Kershaw streaks toward career milestones
Jose Reyes’ hits, Clayton Kershaw’s dominance and more upcoming MLB milestones. Adjust your viewing schedule accordingly.
Barry Bonds, Mike Trout, and the Ultimate Season
What if Barry Bonds had his best batting, fielding and baserunning season all in the same year? How valuable would that season be?
Evan Longoria among potential baseball milestones
Evan Longoria is among the players to potentially hit an impressive, embarrassing or peculiar baseball milestone the week of May 1, 2017.
Chasing Millennials or How Baseball Ruins Everything
If Rob Manfred wants millennials to enjoy baseball so much, why is he doing everything in his power to chase them away from the game?
Lorenzo Cain’s unexpected bases on balls
Lorenzo Cain is best known for his speed and defense, less for his on-base ability. But Cain is setting personal walk records this April.
MLB Milestone Watchlist for the Week of April 17, 2017
Several MLB milestones are up for grabs during the week of April 17-23, so adjust your viewing schedule accordingly.
MLB Milestone Watch List for the Week of April 10, 2017
We handpick impressive, embarrassing and peculiar feats for you to witness during the 2017 season. Here are your April 10-16 MLB milestones.
Dave Kaval: The new A’s president fans needed right now
After years of seeing little being done publicly to save a diminishing reputation, Dave Kaval has come to save the A’s.
Jonathan Schoop, who never walks
Jonathan Schoop has one of the lowest walk rates of all time. Hero Habit breaks down the statistical quirks of this base on balls aversion.
Clayton Kershaw is already one of the all-time greats
Clayton Kershaw is the best pitcher in the major leagues today. By one statistic he is already one of the greatest of all time.
What if MLB had used World Baseball Classic tiebreaker to determine playoff teams?
Mexico was eliminated from the World Baseball Classic on a controversial tiebreaker. How would history change if MLB used the same rules?
The perfect card: 1991 Fleer #540 Bip Roberts
1991 Fleer baseball cards are a reviled set but you don’t have to look too hard to find a perfect card with #540, Bip Roberts.
Gary Sanchez’s accomplishments in his first 55 games
There’s no doubt that Gary Sanchez made an incredible start to his major league career but we’re going to put it into historical perspective.
Scott Boras is the face of the Washington Nationals
Boras has influenced the direction of the franchise since its relocation more so than any player has. The Matt Wieters signing is the latest example.
The Perfect Card: 1965 Topps #266 Bert Campaneris
1965 Topps is a much-loved design, owing to its simplicity, readability, and sharpness. Bert Campaneris’ rookie card is no exception.
Jarrod Dyson’s Historic Baserunning
Jarrod Dyson is not just one of the quickest players in baseball, he’s one of the best baserunners of all time. Exactly how impressive are his achievements?
In Search of the Perfect Barry Bonds Intentional Walk Statistic
Barry Bonds is renowned for his home run records but his intentional walk totals are arguably even more remarkable.
Jose Canseco Demands Changes to Baseball Hall of Fame
Jose Canseco has some strong words for baseball commissioner Rob Manfred regarding Hall of Fame voting despite Manfred having no involvement in the Hall.
Dr. Emily’s Totally Impartial 100% Scientific Postseason Predictions
It’s baseball postseason time and that can only mean one thing: hot takes! Dr. Emily is the hot takiest of all hot takers and here are her predictions.