Major League Baseball is a league of pedantic rules filled with broad loopholes or pithy requirements, most of which favor teams over young players. Yet, one rule can be particularly difficult when […]
Christian Arroyo, Roster Crunches, and Buying Low
Bijan Robinson and Jaylan Knighton Will Not Be Spending the next 3-4 years at The Ohio State University!
Quickly! Quickly! The CostCo will be closing soon! Floor it, Denise, Floor it! Because Bijan Robinson and Jaylan Knighton will not be spending the next three to four years at The Ohio […]
Iowa in the Top of the 47th
(Note: It should be said that the Zach Walters Appreciation Guild commissioned this work largely due to Patrick Mayhorn’s discussion and encouragement. It’s his fault, basically, that you’re about to read 7000 […]
Tyler Naquin Just Keeps Mashing Low Pitches
The book has been out on Tyler Naquin. Lately, pitchers have been ignoring this book and Naquin is making them pay.
The Cleveland Indians Versus Jake Odorizzi
Jake Odorizzi has the blueprint for tackling the Indians offense. Will he be able to leverage previous success to triumph in a crucial AL Central contest?
The Cleveland Indians Versus Kyle Gibson
The Indians face Kyle Gibson with divisional positioning on the line, how will he attack the Indians lineup?
The Indians Can’t Hit Changeups and Opposing Teams Know It
Opposing teams are exploiting a clear weakness and the Indians haven’t made the necessary adjustments. On how the changeup is stifling the playoff hopeful Indians.
A Review of Aaron Civale’s Dominating Debut
Have the Indians found yet another rotation arm in Aaron Civale?
On Brad Hand’s Meltdown and the Indians’ Nine Man Bullpen
The Indians’ Brad Hand melted down for the first time all year. On why the meltdown happened and how it raised roster concerns.
Indians’ League Leading Bullpen Walking Unorthodox Line
The Indians bullpen is going against the grain. The results are a highly efficient unit comprised of a handful of players that were previously considered afterthoughts.
A Review of Bobby Bradley’s Debut Plate Appearances
How did the Detroit Tigers attack Bobby Bradley in his big league debut?
On the Current Iteration of Zach Plesac
Has Zach Plesac shown more than bottom of the rotation production?
Evaluating Trevor Bauer’s Trade Value
How much value does Trevor Bauer retain on the trade market?
Should the Indians Buy or Sell? Time Will Tell
The Indians are approaching a critical point in their 2019 season — the decision to buy or sell… On why it makes sense for them to put that decision on a temporary hold.
Game of Stones: Zach Plesac Slides Past Yankees
Indians rookie Zach Plesac keeps finding ways to quiet offenses… on how he kept the Yankees down and if he can continue to stymie opposing hitters.
What’s Wrong With Trevor Bauer? On First Pitches and Usage Questions
Two areas where Trevor Bauer could gain some ground on finding his 2018 form.
Middling Indians Could Use Some Daniel Johnson
As Indians offense flutters, an obvious play materializes: Forego wasting reps on an aging vet and opt for the red-hot prospect.
The Indians Organization is Now Caught in Between
The Indians were passive in 2018, how will it change 2020?
Indians Hitting Approach Has Gone Stale
As the Indians offense continues to underachieve, attention shifts towards hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo. A look at some concerning developments regarding the Indians hitting approach.
Have the Indians Found a High Leverage Star in Nick Wittgren?
The Indians added value in trading for Nick Wittgren, is he elite?
