(Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing to take the field for Game 1 of the World Series. Ohtani has taken Major League Baseball by storm since entering the league with the Los Angeles Angels in 2018, but his move to play for the Dodgers has only…
(Photo by Katharine Lotze/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are getting ready to kick off the World Series in Game 1. Both of these teams have big-time names on their rosters, and fans could be in for a treat as home runs may come rapidly and in bunches. When it comes…
Reggie Hildred-USA TODAY Sports Free agency begins five days after the end of the World Series. As in other recent seasons, FanGraphs is once again facilitating a contract crowdsourcing project, with the idea being to harness the wisdom of the crowd to better understand and project the 2024-25 free agent market. In recent years, we’ve…
David Dermer-Imagn Images Free agency begins five days after the end of the World Series. As in other recent seasons, FanGraphs is once again facilitating a contract crowdsourcing project, with the idea being to harness the wisdom of the crowd to better understand and project the 2024-25 free agent market. In recent years, we’ve added…
Tre’ Morgan is one of the most promising prospects in the Tampa Bay Rays organization. Drafted 88th overall last year out of LSU, the 22-year-old left-handed-hitting first baseman slashed .324/.408/.483 with 10 home runs and a 158 wRC+ in 437 plate appearances between three levels this season. Moreover, he’s only upped his profile by continuing…
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Let me be very clear: This doesn’t matter. What I’m about to show you is small sample size theater. It’s not statistically significant. It has no bearing on what’s actually going to happen in the World Series. We are here for a fun fact rather than a learning opportunity. Are we…
Yesterday, I published the first half of my votes for this year’s Fielding Bible awards, which will be released later today. This morning, I’m going to cover my ballots for the three outfield positions, pitchers, multi-positional defenders, and defensive player of the year. If you’re curious about the methodology I used, you can read all…
Player Development Affiliate Intern Locations: Charlotte, NC – Birmingham, AL – Winston-Salem, NC – Kannapolis, NC – Glendale, AZ Summary:The Chicago White Sox are seeking multiple seasonal Player Development Affiliate Interns. This entry level opportunity will provide individuals with a wide range of experiences across professional baseball. These positions will report to the Minor League…
(Photo by Chris Arjoon/Getty Images) Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani had a historic 2024 season with his new team and became the first player in MLB history to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in the same season. He did so in iconic fashion against the Miami Marlins on Sept. 19, hitting…
Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images When it comes to throwing shade in the playoffs in recent years, nothing has caught as much attention as the concept of home field advantage. The reason for the negative feelings isn’t surprising. Other than a possible first-round bye, home field advantage is the main reward for playoff teams that win more…
