MLB releases archaic All-Star ballot

MLB releases archaic All-Star ballot

Major League Baseball released their All-Star ballots yesterday afternoon, for the first season ever an all electronic endeavor, yet the same problems from the analog editions still exist. Back in 1970 when the right to vote for the All-Star game was given back to the...
Orioles move two series because of Baltimore riots

Orioles move two series because of Baltimore riots

The ongoing unrest in Baltimore has resulted in a pair of cancellations for the Orioles, and further tweaks to the team’s schedule this week will be necessary. Here’s an explanation from the club. Orioles announcement regarding schedule changes...
A return to the defense first shortstop?

A return to the defense first shortstop?

The position of shortstop was always dominated by great defenders who cared little about their offensive prowess from the beginning of baseball until the surge in power all around baseball in the mid-1990’s. This is exemplified by players like Ozzie Smith, who...
Killing Time: Do MLB’s Pace of Play Clocks Work?

Killing Time: Do MLB’s Pace of Play Clocks Work?

This spring, some teams are showing off recently improved rosters while others are going the other way. But all teams have made one similar addition: A clock in center field and another behind the plate. These pace of play clocks are among a few new rule enforcements...