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7 straight for Trout…one shy of the record…Trout with 6 consecutive games with a HR…
Pujols ties A-Rod…
7 straight for Trout…one shy of the record…Trout with 6 consecutive games with a HR…
Pujols ties A-Rod…
Strider over Harris is a tough call. Braves took off when they inserted him in center. Which brings up the argument, who deserves it more, every day guy or guy every fourth day?My post season award predictions:
NL MVP: Goldschmidt
NL Cy Young: Alcantara over Gallen
NL Rookie of the Year: Strider over Harris
AL MVP: Ohtani over Judge. Or give the MVP to Judge and Cy Young to Ohtani
AL Cy Young: Verlander over Cease; unless Judge wins MVP. Then its Ohtani
AL Rookie of the Year: Julio Rodriguez
It is a tough call and can go either way. Harris was put into Braves lineup May 28 and has been there since. Strider started the season in the bullpen, and made his first start on May 30th. I don't think WAR should always decide but Strider has a 4.8 to 4.4 WAR edge (Fangraphs WAR, not ESPN)Strider over Harris is a tough call. Braves took off when they inserted him in center. Which brings up the argument, who deserves it more, every day guy or guy every fourth day?
I watched some of the minor league games on Marquee, it does speed things up quite a bit.We've already reviewed some of the rule changes. One I had overlooked was the rule limiting a pitcher to 2 pick off throws. That, along with bases that are 4 inches bigger, should mean more base stealing next year.
But the pitch clock will have minimal effect, IMO. It still doesn't put more balls in play.
I watched some of the minor league games on Marquee, it does speed things up quite a bit.
Love the pitch clock, no it doesn't put more balls into play, but it increases the pace of play, I could be wrong but I think I heard the pitch clock shaved 20 mins off of minor league gamesBut the pitch clock will have minimal effect, IMO. It still doesn't put more balls in play
We've already reviewed some of the rule changes. One I had overlooked was the rule limiting a pitcher to 2 pick off throws.
So its really a 1 limit...cause if you throw over twice...you can take a huge lead and the Pitcher cannot even step off rubber.
They ruined the game we love
Hold on, are you sure the pitcher can’t even step off the rubber? This is huge. Really have to look for speed oriented teams that can take advantage of this. I’m sure a team like Tampa will find ways to exploit it.So its really a 1 limit...cause if you throw over twice...you can take a huge lead and the Pitcher cannot even step off rubber.
They ruined the game we love
Not sure cause every article I read has different interpretations. This is from ESPNHold on, are you sure the pitcher can’t even step off the rubber? This is huge. Really have to look for speed oriented teams that can take advantage of this. I’m sure a team like Tampa will find ways to exploit it.
Not sure cause every article I read has different interpretations. This is from ESPN
Pickoffs and step-offs reset the pitch clock, and the rules will limit pitchers to two for each plate appearance. (The number would reset if a runner advances.) A pitcher can make a third pickoff attempt, but if it's unsuccessful it will be a balk, allowing the runners to move up a base
Between this and the ridiculous invisible runner rule, betting unders in MLB will no longer be a viable betting option.
The problem is it is broke, the games last forever, the pace of play is like watching paint dry, everything is a walk, K, or HR, need more balls put in play, need more action on the basesIf it ain't broke don't fix it
Invisible runner was the dumbest rule in sports history....gone next year right?
Pickoff limit just a dumb notch under that
Strider on the IL...now Harris -320 at DK.....Strider was -600 after the 16 strikeout game
harris now -435 BetRivers
Marlins reliever Richard Bleier was called for 3 balks in the same inning last night, I don't know, but that has to be a record I would think
Still has a ways to catch Bonds…Judge hit #61 tonight.
Still has a ways to catch Bonds…
I brought this up back in August. And I'm a fan of Verlander, but given the circumstances, Ohtani would be MVP in 99% of seasons. But you have a guy who's hit 61 HRs (at least) and might win the Triple Crown. It's not like Ohtani is 11-12 with a 3.60 ERA. The guy is right there amongst top 5 starters in the AL.,.....without the benefit of sitting out for 4-5 days between taking the mound.Ohtani probably sealed the Cy Young last night in AL.
At some point they have to decide how long you keep him
pitching, another arm issue is almost guaranteed, thus losing
him as a hitter.
I thought the invisible runner rule was staying.
Cubs 2 wins from win total going over....at least the number my friend got.....plenty of times this looked dead