Pioneer Contributors Who Should be in the Baseball Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame is for distinguished playing careers, yes, but it’s also for significant off-the-field contributions to baseball. Here
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Postseason Mariano Rivera Was Even Better than You Think
Upon closer examination, Mariano Rivera was even better in the postseason than most people realize. This makes the rare comebacks
Read MoreMatt Antonelli: From Player to Coach and Face of Antonelli Baseball
Recently I got to chat with retired San Diego Padres infielder Matt Antonelli. He talked about his transition to coach,
Read MoreShortening the 2020 MLB Schedule
If there is a season — and this is a BIG if — the schedule must be shortened. It cannot
Read MoreAl Kaline, Hall of Fame Outfielder, Dead at 85
I had the sad honor of writing the obituary of someone I greatly admired, Hall of Fame Detroit Tigers outfielder
Read MoreThe Hard-Luck Trade History of Doyle Alexander
John Smoltz wasn’t the only All-Star or Hall of Famer to be traded for Doyle Alexander. My latest for Last
Read MoreMLB The Show 20: Legends We Need to See
The release of MLB The Show 20 for pre-order customers could not have been timed any better. They’ve added several
Read MoreArchie Bradley Speaks about Major League Baseball’s Coronavirus Precautions
Arizona Diamondbacks reliever Archie Bradley spoke to reporters Tuesday morning regarding the new clubhouse policy from Major League Baseball. He
Read MoreArizona Diamondbacks Tee Off on San Diego Padres
Jake Lamb had a huge day at the plate, and the Ahmed brothers played in a game together for the
Read MoreIndians 6, Diamondbacks 2 (Cactus League)
My latest for Last Word on Baseball is a recap of Wednesday’s Cactus League game between the Cleveland Indians and
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