How bad is baseball’s offensive futility? It’s the worst in generations
Earlier this season, I used to tune in when there was a no-hitter being pitched in the late innings. After all, no-hitters don’t occur every day, and throwing one is a huge deal. Well, in [...]
RIP, Tom Terrific
Late Wednesday evening, a friend on Facebook – a Mets fan – asked if I was going to write about Tom Seaver. I had been considering it, but then got busy working on other projects. [...]
Some quick observations on the Phillies’ first weekend
Might as well go first with the obvious. There was no relief to be found in the Phils’ middle relievers. I don’t know if the club expects Ranger Suarez and Victor Arano to get here [...]
Should there be baseball at all this year?
In late June, I posted about cautiously looking forward to the 60-game Major League Baseball season. Well, two weeks have passed, and I’m starting to wonder if the powers that be should [...]
Baseball season countdown begins
The 60-game abbreviated MLB baseball season is supposed to begin July 23 or 24, which means it’s coming up faster than we think. I’m glad they’re getting back on the field, but [...]
Will 2020 first-round draft pick be lucky 15 for the Phillies?
COVID-19 forced major changes in this year’s draft, shortening it to five rounds. Normally, the draft runs 40 rounds. This year, players not chosen in the first 160 picks can sign with any [...]