The dark horse Mets NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 27: Lucas Duda #21 of the New York Mets celebrates his ninth inning game winning two run home run against the Houston Astros with his teammates at Citi Field on September 27, 2014 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Dark horse World Series contenders in 2015

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Everyone thinks they know who the favorites for the World Series are this year. But as we saw with the Royals last year, sometimes teams come out of nowhere to make an unlikely postseason run. We’re not talking about trendy sleeper picks like the Mariners, Indians and both Chicago teams. We’re talking about real dark horse […]

Nationals stars WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 21: Anthony Rendon #6 and Denard Span #2 of the Washington Nationals celebrate a win after a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on June 21, 2014 at Nationals Park in Washington, DC. The Nationals won 3-0. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

2015 season preview: Washington Nationals

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Despite not making the playoffs in 2013, the Nationals were heavily favored in 2014. Sure enough, they coasted through the NL East, withstanding an early challenge from the Braves, and finished with the best record in the NL. Then, the Giants eliminated them from the NLDS in four games. Once again this winter, Washington was […]

Minor league team rolls out Christmas Vacation jerseys

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We’ve taken a bit of a break from bringing you all of the ridiculous alternate jerseys that minor league teams will wear this season, but we felt the need to call attention to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (high-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs) and their Christmas Vacation jerseys. Find out what these are for and […]

Check out Giancarlo Stanton’s awesome facemask

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Giancarlo Stanton will be wearing a cage on his helmet this year after he was plunked in cringe-inducing fashion last September. But Stanton’s cage isn’t any normal face guard – it’s customized for him, with a slick “G” built into the design. Check it out. According to the Miami Herald, Stanton’s helmet was manufactured by […]

Mets starter Matt Harvey NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 07: Matt Harvey #33 of the New York Mets pumps his fist after getting the final out in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field on August 7, 2013 at Citi Field in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Mets defeated the Rockies 5-0. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

2015 season preview: New York Mets

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The Mets moved decisively early in the offseason, adding a much-needed bat to the outfield in Michael Cuddyer. Unfortunately, general manager Sandy Alderson did little else, as it quickly became once again clear that team ownership wasn’t going to significantly increase payroll. Dreams of trading for a franchise shortstop kept fans warm throughout the winter, […]

The Brewers are giving away a Bud Selig bobblehead

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I know Bud Selig is the man that brought the Brewers to Milwaukee, but I think the level of honor the Brewers are giving him after his retirement as MLB Commissioner is a little bit ridiculous. On May 31st, they’re giving away this 1970s era Selig bobblehead. Welp. On the bright side, the Brewers are […]

Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman ATLANTA, GA – JULY 23: First baseman Freddie Freeman #5 of the Atlanta Braves is congratulated in the dugout after hitting a 3-run home run in the second inning of the game against the Miami Marlins at Turner Field on July 23, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)

2015 season preview: Atlanta Braves

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2014 started so well for the Atlanta Braves. They stormed out of the gate with a 17-8 start, and quickly took over first place in the NL East. But unlike in 2013, the Washington Nationals didn’t struggle early, and kept pace. The Braves never had a lead of more than 3.5 games. Less than a week […]

Giancarlo Stanton is body painted on the cover of SI

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This week’s Sports Illustrated cover athlete is Giancarlo Stanton, and Stanton is the first athlete to be body painted on the cover. Well then. I’ve gotta say – they did a pretty good job with this, right down to the compression sleeve. Maybe we should go ahead and throw Stanton into that “face of baseball” […]

Alex Rodriguez has something to prove HOUSTON, TX – SEPTEMBER 27: Alex Rodriguez #13 of the New York Yankees works out on the field before the game against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 27, 2013 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Five players with something to prove in 2015

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Sometimes having a chip on your shoulder is the best thing for a ballplayer. Having something to prove, or the desire to prove someone wrong, can sometimes be enough to push a guy into having a career year. There are plenty of players who fit that criteria this year, whether it’s guys proving they’re worth […]

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 22: Major League Baseball Executive Vice President Rob Manfred speaks at a news conference at MLB headquarters on November 22, 2011 in New York City. Commissioner Bud Selig announced a new five-year labor agreement between Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Shorten the MLB season? Rob Manfred is listening, even if he shouldn’t

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Since taking over as MLB commissioner at the end of January, Rob Manfred has essentially taken on the role of Dr. Frasier Crane for baseball owners, executives and fans. Frasier always began a phone call with a listener on his radio show by saying, “I’m listening.” And that’s what the new commish has been doing […]

Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton ANAHEIM, CA – AUGUST 25: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the Miami Marlins hits a three-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the fourth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on August 25, 2014 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

2015 season preview: Miami Marlins

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The Miami Marlins were a very busy team over the course of the winter. They overhauled much of the infield, with three of the five starting positions represented by new faces. They added Mat Latos and Dan Haren to their rotation. They’re getting Giancarlo Stanton back, and Jose Fernandez should rejoin the team sometime this […]

Phillies battery ATLANTA, GA – AUGUST 12: Cole Hamels #35 and Carlos Ruiz #51 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrate after their 5-1 win in the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field on August 12, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

2015 season preview: Philadelphia Phillies

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Six years after their last World Series appearance and seven years after they won it, the Phillies are now languishing in the basement of not just the NL East, but all of baseball. Bad contracts, a lack of minor league talent translating to the Majors and a cascade of injuries have combined to make the […]

Yoan Moncada signs with the Red Sox for $30 million

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Cuban infielder Yoan Moncada, one of the mostly highly touted and most sought after Cuban prospects in 20 years, has finally agreed to a contract with a major league club. He’ll be joining countryman Rusney Castillo with the Boston Red Sox, and the bonus he’s getting is a ridiculous $30 million. Boston will be forced to […]

TAMPA, FL – FEBRUARY 22: CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees poses for a portrait during New York Yankees Photo Day on February 22, 2014 at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Skinny C.C. Sabathia is gone

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Maybe saying that C.C. Sabathia was “skinny” last season is simplifying things just a little bit. But Sabathia did get into better shape, dropping 30 pounds and turning up to Spring Training looking downright in shape. Here’s a pic of Sabathia from last spring. But that weight loss was short-lived. According to the New York […]

Orioles offense BALTIMORE, MD – MAY 22: Matt Wieters #32 of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates his three RBI home run with Adam Jones #10, J.J. Hardy #2, and Chris Davis in the third inning against the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 22, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

2015 season preview: Baltimore Orioles

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Nobody takes the Baltimore Orioles too seriously entering the season. The Baltimore Orioles surprise everyone and make the playoffs. Lather. Rinse. Repeat. After a relatively inactive offseason in which they saw several major free agents walk away, the Orioles was again are positioned to sneak up on the rest of the league, but do they really have another […]

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