Posted on March 28, 2019, by Bryan Zarpentine Well, it was another long offseason for baseball fans, but it’s finally over. Opening day is finally upon us, even if the Mariners and A’s technically played two games last week. Unfortunately, some notable free agents remain unsigned, but the offseason and spring training are both over, […]
Posted on March 20, 2019, by Bryan Zarpentine Once again, the Washington Nationals fell short of expectations in 2018, finishing the season 82-80. With Bryce Harper signing elsewhere, there’s a different feel around the club heading into 2019. However, the Nationals still feel like they have a chance to win the NL East for the […]
Posted on February 6, 2019, by Bryan Zarpentine When it comes to starting pitching, you can never have enough. That’s certainly the stance of the Washington Nationals after they re-signed veteran righty Jeremy Hellickson on Wednesday. Hellickson and the Nationals agreed to a one-year deal with a base salary of just $1.3 million. However, Hellickson […]
Posted on January 1, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine The MLB offseason is far from over, but there have been enough big moves made to shake up the hierarchy just a little. With today being New Year’s Day, it seems pertinent to take a look at the teams that are poised to chase a championship in […]
Posted on December 13, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine The Cincinnati Reds have been a little more active than usual at this year’s MLB Winter Meetings. On Wednesday, they pulled the trigger on a notable trade, acquiring starting pitcher Tanner Roark from the Washington Nationals. In exchange, Washington has received pitching prospect Tanner Rainey. The 32-year […]
Posted on December 5, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine The hot stove is officially lit, as baseball trades are coming in fast and furious. On Wednesday, the St. Louis Cardinals made a big move, acquiring first baseman Paul Goldschmidt from the Arizona Diamondbacks. In exchange, the Diamondbacks will receive pitcher Luke Weaver, young catcher Carson Kelly, […]
Posted on December 4, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine The Washington Nationals are poised to make the first major free agent signing of the offseason. According to reports, the Nationals have agreed to a deal with left-handed ace Patrick Corbin worth $140 million over six years. As of Tuesday evening, the deal is pending a physical. […]
Posted on November 13, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine There are a number of great starting pitchers available on the free agent market this winter. However, there’s a strong argument that the best one available is lefty Patrick Corbin. The 29-year old is coming off a season in which he posted a 3.15 ERA across 33 […]
Posted on November 2, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine Just in case there was any doubt in anyone’s mind, one of the best pitchers in baseball isn’t going anywhere. Left-handed ace Clayton Kershaw signed a contract extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday. The deal is worth $93 million over the next three seasons. It […]
Posted on September 15, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine As their playoff hopes start to fade, the Arizona Diamondbacks have been dealt a significant blow. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo announced Friday night that starter Clay Buchholz has been shut down for the rest of the season. Buchholz was a late scratch from his scheduled start on […]
Posted on June 26, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine The Arizona Diamondbacks were excited to welcome back Shelby Miller from the DL Monday night. It’s been a long road back for Miller since undergoing Tommy John surgery last May. The Diamondbacks could also use a boost to their starting rotation. Unfortunately, his return didn’t go the […]
Posted on March 2, 2018, by Bryan Zarpentine After making the playoffs as a wild-card team last year, the Arizona Diamondbacks are hoping to take another step forward in 2018. However, replicating their 93-win season from last year will be difficult in one of the most competitive divisions in baseball. Will the Diamondbacks continue to […]
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