Just a couple hours after rumors began circulating of the Philadelphia Phillies being serious players for free agent pitcher Zack Wheeler, speculation became fact.
Reality vs. Myth: Brian Cashman, prospect hugger?
Baseball America released their top 10 prospects in the New York Yankees farm system on Tuesday morning. The list featured names you probably know, like Jasson Dominguez, Clarke Schmidt and Deivi Garcia, and some you probably don’t, like Oswaldo Peraza, …
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Yasmani Grandal primed for a return to Milwaukee
In an era when most MLB players are aiming for contractual longevity over average annual value, Yasmani Grandal is using the latter to leverage the former—and it could be the very reason he ends up back in Milwaukee.
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Headline hire: Mets introduce Carlos Beltran as their new manager
The Mets reach into their murky, mercurial past to find the guy who’ll lead them to a bright future. But was Carlos Beltran the best hire or the best story?
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Hope is a dangerous thing
Wherein the writer examines the remains of the 2019 Milwaukee Brewers.
Yankees, Aroldis Chapman agree to extension
The Yankees and Aroldis Chapman wanted to continue their relationship, but only under the right circumstances. On Sunday morning, the two teams found common ground.
Phillies introduce Joe Girardi: What to expect from the new boss in Philadelphia
The choice has been made, and it’s a welcomed one.
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Playing Pepper: 2019 World Series
Playing Pepper is a feature on BtB where members of the staff provide quick hit insight on the postseason. And now, the World Series.
Playing Pepper: 2019 League Championship Series
Playing Pepper is a feature on BtB where members of the staff provide quick hit insight on the postseason. We skipped the division series, and frankly, that was probably for the best. We’re back to take on the ALCS and …
Midnight for Mickey: Who’s Next?
As expected, the Mets officially fired Mickey Callaway after two seasons. His run was rough, but the Mets did literally improve. So who’s next in line for the job? And what team–with what expectations–will they be inheriting?