In the hallowed halls of Cooperstown, where baseball legends are immortalized, the question of Bartolo Colón’s Hall of Fame candidacy looms large. The barrel-chested Dominican pitcher, known affectionately as “Big Sexy,” certainly left an impressive mark on the sport throughout his illustrious career. His career was highlighted by longevity and performance, but was it enough… read more

It was bound to happen at some point during the offseason, but on Wednesday the San Diego Padres and New York Yankees connected on a blockbuster trade to send superstar generational talent Juan Soto as well as outfielder Trent Grisham to New York for a package of various pitching prospects. Soto is arguably one of… read more

I was at a Pittsburgh-area Giant Eagle over the summer and eager to check my weight/blood pressure at one of those little machines that sit by the pharmacy. I noticed some guy was already using the machine. I said, “‘Damn it, Leyland is using it.” I then decided to buy the few things I came… read more

Jose Bautista, a name synonymous with power-hitting and memorable bat flips, left an indelible mark on Major League Baseball. As discussions surrounding his Hall of Fame candidacy intensify, baseball enthusiasts and pundits find themselves divided over whether Bautista’s contributions to the game are worthy of immortalization in Cooperstown. One cannot discuss Jose Bautista without acknowledging… read more

The Royals won the draft lottery.  This is the worst-case scenario. After posting a franchise-worst record of 106 losses, the Royals have the “luxury” of picking 6th overall in the 2024 MLB Draft.  There are many problems with this.  First, the obvious: it’s four picks lower than what they “deserve” to pick; as in, the… read more

Chase Utley, the former second baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, enters his first year of eligibility for Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame. Known for his exceptional combination of offensive and defensive skills, Utley played a crucial role in the Phillies’ success during their mid-2000s glory years. As the debate over his Hall of Fame… read more

As the baseball world debates the merits of various players for Hall of Fame induction, one name that sparks significant discussion is Joe Mauer. The former Minnesota Twins catcher boasts a career that is nothing short of remarkable, leaving fans and analysts alike pondering whether his contributions to the game are worthy of a place… read more

It’s Hall of Fame voting season and fans eagerly peruse X waiting for the small drip of public ballots to see who writers from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America think are worthy of enshrinement in Cooperstown. The BBWAA is the official voter for the Hall of Fame (something I hope to be part of… read more