The Chicago Cubs’ Historic Journey to the World Series
The number that continuously haunted the Cubs was 108. 108 years, 39,420 days, or nearly a million hours represents the last time the Cubs were victorious in a World Series. The team compiled record highs that would only be reached a couple of times in the past century. The team won over 100 games for […]
Nine Innings/Questions with Mets Hot Corner
If you like what you read below, check out more from Mets Hot Corner at thier site, http://wwe.metshotcorner.com: Mets blog giving opinions and unique views about the latest news concerning the NY Mets, as well as team nostalgia. This is a continuation of our series of articles where I ask fellow bloggers from the Baseball Bloggers Alliance (BBA) 9 […]
Handicapping the NL Central: Playoff Odds and Perspective For Every Team in 2015’s Toughest Division
There are plenty of great division races going on in baseball right now, but none of them are quite as exciting as the ongoing contest in the National League Central. Baseball’s toughest division includes the best team in baseball (the St. Louis Cardinals, 76-43, .639 win percentage) and the third-best team in baseball (the Pittsburgh […]
The O’s Dylan Bundy May Be The Most Important Player in The Minors
Not too long ago we were all dazzled by the enormous amount of talent on display at this years All-Star Futures Game, which aired on ESPN the day before the Home Run Derby. The Baltimore Orioles had two players in that showcase game: Manny Machado and Dylan Bundy. The two of them are some of […]
The Orioles are Flying High, but How Long Before Their Wings Get Clipped?
Want to know something that is scarier than any horror movie currently in theaters? The 2012 American League East. As of May 27th, all teams had winning percentages of .500 or above, as well as positive, double-digit run differentials. What’s even scarier is that the Baltimore Orioles (the long-time cellar dwellers) are still leading the […]
Josh Hamilton’s Home Run Derby: Legit or Lucky?
With two Silver Sluggers and an Most Valuable Player award, the Texas Rangers’ Josh Hamilton has always been one of baseball’s elite, but his on-field injuries and off-the-field substances have limited his potential throughout his career. However, you’ve probably heard that 2012 is a completely different story. Through his first 30 games, the Rangers’ outfielder […]
Reflections On The Orioles: April Review
I didn’t bother writing a March reflection for the Orioles. I didn’t have much hope for the upcoming season, or for the roster assembled by new GM Dan Duquette. To make matters worse Zach Britton, the top returning starter from last year, was sidelined in the Spring with a shoulder injury. I simply couldn’t see […]
Is the Future Finally Here For The Baltimore Orioles?
After more than a decade of mediocrity and a continual “building for the future” mentality, it appears that the future has finally arrived for the Baltimore Orioles. Buoyed by the 34-23 (.596) record posted once Buck Showalter became manager in August of last season, the Orioles’ front office decided in the off-season to make moves […]
