Evaluating Relievers in the Modern Game
For years, I’ve tried to figure out the best way to evaluate relievers. It’s tricky. I’ve done tons of research,
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MLB
Major League Baseball Analysis and Opinions
Baseball Mythbusters: Greg Maddux and How Often He Pitched to a 3–0 Count
The first installment of a new series I will be writing from time to time on Last Word on Baseball
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In Search of a Game that Didn’t Count
Research for Volume II of A Complete History of the Major League Baseball Playoffs led me to look for details
Read MoreLiving the Dream with Curveball
Here is my latest podcast appearance: Living the Dream with Curveball. I discuss various baseball items, including Volume I of
Read MoreDiamondbacks Sign Mark Melancon
The Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to terms with NL Saves Leader Mark Melancon. My latest for Last Word on Baseball.
Read MoreDiamondbacks Tender Contracts; Avoid Arbitration with Three; Taylor Clarke Out
The Arizona Diamondbacks have tendered contracts to six players, avoiding arbitration with three. Embattled right-hander Taylor Clarke was let go.
Read MoreDiamondbacks Finalize 2022 Coaching Staff
The Arizona Diamondbacks made their final 2022 coaching staff hires Tuesday afternoon. My latest for Last Word on Baseball. Diamondbacks
Read MoreKole Calhoun to Reportedly Sign with Texas Rangers
Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic has reported that Kole Calhoun and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a deal. My latest
Read MoreDiamondbacks Introduce New Pitching Coach Brent Strom
See why manager Torey Lovullo said “We hit the jackpot” about this hire. My latest for Last Word on Baseball:
Read MoreThe MVP Finalists Deserve Their Spots
Here is objective proof that the 2021 MVP finalists in the National League and American League deserve their positions. My
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