Quote of the Day: Tony Muser
“There are only two stats that matter to a team, and that’s RBI and runs scored, Everything else is individual stuff, arbitration stuff.” Muser was always seen as a manager who tried to get a run scored no matter what.
Author Archives: Johnny Lumsden
Dodgers Debacle: Jansen or Chapman?
This offseason brings possibly the best reliever market baseball has ever seen. Dominant arms like Chapman, Jansen, Drew Storen, Mark Melancon, Sergio Romo, etc are all free agents. But, the biggest story is the future of Aroldis Chapman. Disclosed reports have now come out to say that the 105 MPH flame thrower might be commanding a $100 million contract. The Los Angeles Dodgers are rumored to as the top suitor at this point in time. However, their closer, Kenley Jansen, is also out there among free agents. So, why are the Dodgers being linked more to Chapman than Jansen? Better Continue reading Dodgers Debacle: Jansen or Chapman?
Jeff Kent
“I wanted to be Albert Pujols or David Ortiz for one day. Sometimes that’s a hell of better than being Jeff Kent.” His quote after winning game 5 of the NLDS with a ninth inning homer; being humble.
How Will Kyle Schwarber be an Everyday Starter in 2017
Since the emergence of Kyle Schwarber during the 2015 season, many teams inquired about a trade for the Cubs’ slugger. But, as many front office executives believe, Schwarber is one of those exceptional bats that only come along so often. So, off course the Cubbies would like to hold on to their slugger, so that he can make a big impact on helping the franchise continue on to capture more titles. However, with the Cubbies’ significant depth, is there enough room for Schwarber to be an everyday starter? Chicago began the 2016 campaign having Schwarber in left field, Dexter Fowler Continue reading How Will Kyle Schwarber be an Everyday Starter in 2017