The 2014 World Series may not get the highest ratings, but it will be the most eventful. Sure, there are no Yankees, Red Sox, or Dodgers, but there are the Cinderella story Royals and dynasty-craved Giants. Not only is Ned Yost undefeated in his first playoff appearance with a Royals team that hadn’t been here since 1985, but on the other side Bruce Bochy looks to cement … [Read more...] about K.C. Royals vs S.F. Giants World Series: what to watch
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Shutting down Strasburg is. . .STUPID
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg has certainly lived up to all the hype surrounding him when he became the #1 pick in the 2010 Major League Baseball draft. Despite his elbow injury during his rookie season, which required Tommy John surgery, Strasburg has bounced back to nearly 100% health and strength. But a lot has been made on the Nationals decision to shut … [Read more...] about Shutting down Strasburg is. . .STUPID
L.A. Angels’ Albert Pujols Contract is Nonsensical
It is amazing that as the NFL and NBA recently concluded labor disputes their popularity isn't suffering as much as Major League Baseball; who are losing the youth demographic. The decision for L.A. Angels owner Artie Moreno to pay Albert Pujols two hundred fifty four million dollars over ten years is ludicrous and absurd. Say that again $254 million over 10 years. There is … [Read more...] about L.A. Angels’ Albert Pujols Contract is Nonsensical
Yankees Nick Swisher: Honored by Ohio State Ballfield Dedication
The Ohio State University baseball program Thursday afternoon unveiled the newly-renovated Nick Swisher Field at Bill Davis Stadium. The Buckeyes recognized the New York Yankees star Nick Swisher for his philanthropy. He gave the program $500,000 to help install a new field. “The word honor comes to mind,” Swisher said. “I never would have thought I would have been at Ohio … [Read more...] about Yankees Nick Swisher: Honored by Ohio State Ballfield Dedication
Chicago White Sox to Trade For a Closer?
After the Chicago White Sox loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, 670 A.M. the Score broadcasters Ed Farmer and Darin Jackson indicated that GM Kenny Williams is likely going to be on the phone exploring ways to fix the back end of his bullpen. As the Sox blew another two-run lead in the ninth, it is obvious something needs to change. Just two days after White Sox manager … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox to Trade For a Closer?
Yankee Stadium Hosts GREATEST Prank Ever! (Video)
I wish I had found this by April 1st, because this would be the greatest video stunt to pull on April Fool's Day. Obviously, it's a bit old as this hoax was perpetrated via the jumbotron of old Yankee Stadium during the 5th inning of a Yankees game. Ah CollegeHumor.com you are kings among men. … [Read more...] about Yankee Stadium Hosts GREATEST Prank Ever! (Video)
Depth is the Key to Surviving MLB’s 162 Game Marathon
The first priority for team management has to be the daily line-up that takes the field. This undoubtedly is the reason that position players in Major League Baseball like Albert Pujols and Alex Rodriguez have traditionally received more money over a longer term than pitchers like Johan Santana and C.C. Sabathia. While it is true that arm problems can derail a career in a … [Read more...] about Depth is the Key to Surviving MLB’s 162 Game Marathon
Yankees Derek Jeter and Hank Steinbrenner Kiss and Make Up (Video)
Yankees owner Hank Steinbrenner has been badmouthing his players. Steinbrenner recently speculated they were more focused on building mansions than repeating their World Champion win last season. His remarks are seen as a jab at team captain Derek Jeter in particular, who has just completed a three-year construction job on a 30,000-square-foot mansion in Tampa. Jeter … [Read more...] about Yankees Derek Jeter and Hank Steinbrenner Kiss and Make Up (Video)
Derek Jeter Possesses By Far the Best Contract in Baseball
There was a time in sports when players were rewarded for their performance on the field. It actually is more logical to pay a player for his potential rather than his resume since that is essentially the period of time for the contract. It does help to have a body of work at the highest level to convince owners and general managers to part with some of their money. Derek Jeter … [Read more...] about Derek Jeter Possesses By Far the Best Contract in Baseball