World Baseball Classic
Does it Make Sense to Move Tim Anderson to Second Base?
- Michael Stotts
- March 23, 2023
Throughout the World Baseball Classic, White Sox fans have had the pleasure of watching their all-star shortstop, Tim Anderson, play 2nd base for Team USA. Anderson started six games, once at shortstop and five times at second base. Although there have been a few balls that Anderson would probably like back, there still have been […]
Read MoreRockies Sign Jurickson Profar To 1-Year Deal
- Stephen Cross
- March 21, 2023
With the injury of 26-year-old outfielder Sean Bouchard, who is expected to miss some time this season, the Rockies on Sunday signed veteran outfielder Jurickson Profar to a one-year, $7.75 million contract. Multiple reports say that Profar will be Colorado’s starting left fielder. Kris Bryant is expected to move from left field to right field, […]
Read MoreDylan Dodd, from Unknown Prospect to Fifth Starter?
- Emily Gordon
- March 20, 2023
The battle to be a starter in the rotation is heightened once Spring Training begins. Pitchers from last season are put on the mound to be observed, and so are those who are considered eligible prospects. Ian Anderson has been a pitcher for the ATL Braves since 2020. And despite his overall success in the […]
Read MoreForever in History: What Being in the WBC Means for British Baseball
- Joe Birkett
- March 15, 2023
When Great Britain started their qualifier against France last year, few would have expected them to qualify for the World Baseball Classic, let alone win a game if they ever made it. Yet here we are. For a country that has but a few baseball fields, no professional teams, and little history to speak of […]
Read MoreTigers Sign Team Nicaragua Pitcher after WBC Standout
- Gage O'Leary
- March 14, 2023
The World Baseball Classic has dominated the sports world since its return last week. It allows players to represent their country across their chest while playing America’s national pastime in high-stakes matchups on a national stage. The WBC is a special event for multiple reasons. Of course, it’s exciting to see several different countries produce […]
Read MoreCespedes, Harvey, & Tejada: 2015 Mets in the WBC
- Aaron Schwartz
- March 11, 2023
The World Baseball Classic puts the focus on many unknown players from around the world, but also many whose shine has faded in past years. Three of these players this year are heroes from the 2015 NL Champion Mets: Yoenis Cespedes, Matt Harvey, and Ruben Tejada. All three are out of the majors at this […]
Read MoreCan the USA Repeat as WBC Champions?
- John Garcia
- March 11, 2023
USA! USA! USA! Those are the words we would like to hear come March 21st at the end of the WBC. It will be tough for the stars and stripes to pull this off. Japan is good, the DR is good, and there will probably be an upset in there that could change the whole […]
Read MoreSeven White Sox Players Set to Compete in the 2023 World Baseball Classic
- Michael Stotts
- February 25, 2023
Beginning March 8, the World Baseball Classic will return to the global main stage and showcase some of the game’s best talent. Players will represent their nation, competing for national pride and the handsome prize payout. Many of the game’s biggest stars will be participating, including that of the Chicago White Sox. Tim Anderson, Kendall […]
Read MoreDetroit Tigers Representation in the 2023 World Baseball Classic
- Logan Gilcher
- February 21, 2023
The 2023 World Baseball Classic is on the horizon. While Detroit fans may not have much to look forward to with this upcoming season while their team rebuilds there rebuild, it’s always exciting to see your hometown players compete on the national stage! This year the Tigers are sending over a few players to add […]
Read MoreAngels Non-Roster Invitees in Camp and Their Roster Chances
- Mark Otsuji
- February 17, 2023
The Angels invited 38 non-roster players to their 2023 Spring Training season. This is due to a few factors, most notably the WBC happening this year, which will provide some of the Angels’ youngsters the opportunity to have some major league at-bats and innings pitched. There are 5 LHP, 16 RHP, 5 catchers, 6 infielders, […]
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