When analyzing young big league hitters and trying to project, there are a few critical boxes to check. Fundamentally, the major pillars are discerning balls and strikes, making contact with the ball, and hitting the ball hard. In many cases, these young players can be successful in some areas but lag behind in others. Some players are granted a long leash to figure it out at … [Read more...] about Under The Radar Hitters: Behind the Numbers
Brandon Crawford Announces Retirement After 14-Year MLB Career
14-year MLB veteran Brandon Crawford announced his retirement from baseball Wednesday. The three-time All-Star shortstop played for the San Francisco Giants from 2011 to 2023 before finishing with the St. Louis Cardinals last season. Crawford announced the decision on his Instagram page. After 14 seasons in Major League Baseball, including 1,655 games in an #SFGiants uniform, … [Read more...] about Brandon Crawford Announces Retirement After 14-Year MLB Career
Giants Shortstop on the Cusp of Stardom with Rapid Rise
Success from unheralded players in the big leagues is always a compelling story. Whether it is an injury or other circumstances that provide these players an opportunity, it is satisfying to see these players run with it and establish themselves. A player that unexpectedly fits this bill is San Francisco Giants shortstop Tyler Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald, 27 years old, spent the … [Read more...] about Giants Shortstop on the Cusp of Stardom with Rapid Rise
Former First-Round Pick With Untapped Potential Could Be A Value Signing This Winter
Free agent outfielder Michael Conforto once looked primed to sign a nine-figure deal after a promising start to his career. Unfortunately, the former New York Mets first-round pick struggled in his walk year. Making matters worse, he suffered a season-ending injury that winter before signing with a team. Former First-Round Pick With Untapped Potential Could Be A Value … [Read more...] about Former First-Round Pick With Untapped Potential Could Be A Value Signing This Winter
Two-Time Cy Young Winner Hits The Open Market Again
For the second straight winter, Blake Snell represents one of the better free agent pitchers available. However, many expect the southpaw to see a healthier market for his services this time. Two-Time Cy Young Winner Hits The Open Market Again Snell lingered on the open market last offseason as teams were reluctant to pay him big money, even after a Cy Young season. Prior to … [Read more...] about Two-Time Cy Young Winner Hits The Open Market Again