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Nationals’ Outfielder Emerging as All-Star & Potential Trade Candidate

July 30th, 2021, The Washington Nationals traded veteran left-handed starter Jon Lester to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for a “Bench Bat” outfielder with measly numbers. In 2023, that same outfielder has emerged as a cornerstone of a rebuilding franchise and will more than be selected for the MLB All-Star game in July.  Lane Thomas […]

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Why The Rockies Will Lose 100 Games in 2023

The Rockies are off to their worst start in franchise history, with a record of 6-16. As we knew before the season started, this year was going to be a challenging year for the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies are the only team in baseball to have never lost one hundred games in a 162-game season. […]

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Three Things Rockies Fans Can Be Excited For In 2023

Hey, Rockies fans! Spring Training in Arizona is complete, and Opening Day is almost here. The team might not have an enjoyable season in 2023, but there are a few things to be excited about as we head into the regular season. 1. Promising Young Talent The Rockies have some great young players who will […]

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NL Postseason Awards; Best Bets

First pitch is less than 48 hours away! The National League had some great races for awards last year, and 2023 looks to be more of the same. Like the AL piece we posted yesterday, we are not predicting the winner but determining which bets offer the best value and most entertainment. NL Rookie of […]

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Doval is Ready to be One of Baseball’s Best Closers

104 MPH with late snap is nearly impossible to hit, let alone make contact with. Add in the daunting factor of not knowing exactly where it’s going? A major league hitter’s nightmare. Camilo Doval came on to the Big League scene, making his debut on April 18, 2021, after being fast-tracked through the minors (28 […]

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Offensive Potential and Projections in the Cubs Lineup

With the 2023 baseball season fast approaching, Chicago Cubs fans eagerly anticipate the team’s opening day lineup. And looking at the players projected to take the field, there are reasons to be excited about the Cubs’ offensive potential. One player to watch closely this season is Dansby Swanson, who had a strong 2022 season with […]

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A Closer Look at Edwin Rios and the Cubs’ Hot Corner

The Chicago Cubs made an interesting move in their effort to create a well-rounded team by signing Edwin Rios to a one-year, one-million-dollar contract. The left-handed hitter provides a balance to the right-hand dominant lineup while also adding potential defensive depth at third base. While Rios brings a proven track record of offensive success, where […]

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Part III: Atlanta Braves Spring Training Preview – Outfield

As we inch closer and closer to the start of Grapefruit League Action on February 25th, let’s dive into the Atlanta Braves outfield and analyze what the 2023 season may have in store. There is only one spot under scrutiny this offseason, and Manager Brian Snitker will have a tough decision ahead of him pertaining […]

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Part II: Atlanta Braves Spring Training Preview

Infield Projections This spring, all of the speculation surrounding the squad will be around the shortstop position after the offseason saw Dansby Swanson depart the club for the Chicago Cubs via free agency. It’s the second time in as many years that there will be a new face around the diamond, but this year will […]

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Using Las Vegas to Predict the 2023 MLB Playoffs

Spring Training is right around the corner, and Las Vegas sportsbooks have released their season win totals betting lines. Let’s go division by division and see how the sharks in Vegas think the regular season will pan out and pontificate if there is a good bet to be had. All win totals provided are current […]

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