2020 MLB Regular Season Predictions

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2020 is certainly going to be a historic season and not just because of the effects the pandemic has and will have on baseball. With just 60 games to play, intra-geographical division play, the universal DH rule, and a 16 team playoff bracket, the World Series is just as much in reach for a underdog like the Reds, a cinderella up and coming team like the White Sox, or a clear cut favorite like the Dodgers. Despite baseball not requiring a few superstars on the roster to win a championship like other major sports, usually the playoff bracket consists mostly Continue reading 2020 MLB Regular Season Predictions→

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Why the Slider may be the Most Effective Pitch in the Game

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Baseball began with a stick and a ball; the ultimate showdown of pitcher vs batter. The goal was, and still is, to get the ball past the batter’s bat by throwing it as hard as possible. However, the game has now evolved to a point where the fastball no longer gets the job done every time. Without a good breaking ball and/or changeup a pitcher will have more lack of success. There are several different variations of the breaking ball, but the two most common are the curveball and slider. Some pitchers have both or just one of either. Both Continue reading Why the Slider may be the Most Effective Pitch in the Game→

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Why the Electronic Umpire Would Destroy the Integrity of the Game

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Since the inauguration of Rob Manfred as commissioner in January of 2015, multiple rule changes of the game have occurred. The basis behind these rule changes, i.e. the instant replay, have been to speed up game and add new fans. But, huge rule changes are not yet here. However, the subject of the electronic umpire has become a louder topic of discussion lately. The electronic umpire would eliminate the arguing of balls and strikes at the surface. So, the basics for it is understandable. However, not only would this take thousands of jobs (human umpires), but more importantly, severely hurt Continue reading Why the Electronic Umpire Would Destroy the Integrity of the Game→

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Why Velocity is Over Scouted

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The absolute #1 thing on a scout’s list when observing pitchers is velocity. Velocity, velocity, velocity. A pitcher throwing 88+ consistently in high school or in freshman year/sophomore year of college is going to get his name put ahead of lower velocity pitchers every time. However, the underlying truth of how good a pitcher is, is the movement of the ball, often called “stuff.” “Stuff” is a term used a lot in baseball. But, what does that mean exactly? “Stuff” is referring mainly to how much each of a pitcher’s pitches moves; i.e. a curveball having big break dropping off Continue reading Why Velocity is Over Scouted→

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Post April Regular Season Predictions

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NL West Los Angeles Dodgers (94-68) Colorado Rockies (92-70) San Diego Padres (81-81) San Francisco Giants (77-85) Arizona D-Backs (70-92) NL Central St Louis Cardinals (97-65) Chicago Cubs (91-71) Milwaukee Brewers (89-73) Cincinnati Reds (81-81) Pittsburg Pirates (75-87) NL East Washington Nationals (90-72) Atlanta Braves (88-74) Philadelphia Phillies (87-75) New York Mets (78-84) Miami Marlins (60-102) NL Playoff Bracket -Wild Card: Cubs at Rockies; winner plays Cardinals -Nats vs Dodgers AL West Houston Astros (100-62) LA Angels (81-81) Oakland A’s (77-89) Seattle Mariners (72-90) Texas Rangers (58-104) AL Central Cleveland Indians (88-74) Minnesota Twins (87-75) Chicago White Sox (73-89) Kansas Continue reading Post April Regular Season Predictions→

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My 2019 Hall of Fame Ballot and the Trends

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The Hall of Fame voting for major league baseball seems to be shifting towards different trends every year. The most recent and talked about trend has been the public unveiling of ballots. This has certainly affected the results more and more over the years. 2019 showed the affect of this trend the most it ever has, as Mariano Rivera, rightfully so, became the first Hall of Famer to receive 100% of the votes on the first ballot. Although there have been Hall of Famers before whom are also deserving of this prestigious honor, the more publicity of the ballots finally Continue reading My 2019 Hall of Fame Ballot and the Trends→

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2018 World Series Prediction

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New York Yankees (89-73) vs Los Angeles Dodgers (95-67) 4-1 Dodgers: Despite having a shutdown bullpen and a deep roster, the Dodgers have a more talented deep roster and a manager who is ready to get his team a championship trophy. Severino in Dodger stadium on the mound for the World Series vs Clayton Kershaw in game 1 will certainly set the tone for the Dodgers after a convincing victory over Severino. As the Yankees will enter the World Series on momentum of great talent, the Dodgers will enter it on a full season of dominance and confidence on their Continue reading 2018 World Series Prediction→

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