It only seemed like a matter of time until Skip Schumaker was named manager of the Texas Rangers. The rumors were already circulating when he joined the front office before the season started, and they only got louder when Bruce Bochy and the Rangers announced that they were mutually parting ways after the season ended. It only took four days for the Rangers to name Schumaker … [Read more...] about Schumaker Ready to Take Texas Rangers to Next Level
New Rays Ownership Pours Cold Water On Monster Payroll
The Tampa Bay Rays new ownership group finally met the media at long last. Patrick Zalupski, Bill Cosgrove, and Ken Babby represent a fresh set of faces for a franchise that had grown accustomed to Stu Sternberg. The press conference touched on a variety of topics, but the commentary on payroll and finances was perhaps the most noteworthy. Some of the comments may not sit well … [Read more...] about New Rays Ownership Pours Cold Water On Monster Payroll
Ryan McMahon Takes Advantage of Postseason Opportunity
Ryan McMahon has already gotten as much postseason action in half a season with the New York Yankees as he did in nine seasons with the Colorado Rockies. It’s a shame that much of McMahon’s prime was wasted with a non-competitive Rockies club. But he is still only 30 and has proved his worth to the Yankees in their brief postseason run this season. Ryan McMahon Takes Advantage … [Read more...] about Ryan McMahon Takes Advantage of Postseason Opportunity
The Phillies’ Championship Window is Closed
The Philadelphia Phillies’ championship window appears closed after another soul-crushing postseason exit. Just as was the case in their 2024 NLDS defeat, the Phillies lost the series against the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1. The bats went cold for the fourth consecutive October. Questionable managerial decisions were made. Star players failed to do their jobs. This is largely the … [Read more...] about The Phillies’ Championship Window is Closed
Four Turning Points for the Dodgers in Division Series Win
The Division Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Philadelphia Phillies was a battle royale. Two evenly-matched teams duking it out for a chance to advance in the postseason. Every game was full of drama. Ultimately, the Dodgers emerged victorious. Here are the four turning points that largely determined the outcome. Jun 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los … [Read more...] about Four Turning Points for the Dodgers in Division Series Win