It didn't have to end like this. That's all I could think on that Sunday September morning when I woke up to the news that Miami Marlins ace pitcher Jose Fernandez had died in a boating accident off the Florida coast. His vibrant life, a real against-the-odds story, cut short at 23. That's how I... Continue Reading →
He’s Staying In The Trop: A Closer Look at the Kevin Kiermaier Deal
As first reported by the Tampa Bay Times, Kevin Kiermaier and the Tampa Bay Rays are finalizing a deal that will keep the stud center fielder in the Sunshine State for foreseeable future. Here's everything you need to know about the contract: Contract Details The basic deal is for $53.5-million over 6 years. The benefits... Continue Reading →
The Best Moments from Round One of the WBC…That have Nothing to do with Baseball
The first round of the World Baseball Classic concluded last night, as Venezuela eliminated Italy 4-3 in a seesaw affair. The second round has already started in Pool E between the Netherlands, Israel, Cuba, and Japan, with play in Pool F set to begin tonight between the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. But before we... Continue Reading →
In Defense of the 11th Inning Rule
In the early hours on the morning on Sunday, Japan and the Netherlands were locked in a close game in the Tokyo Dome. Japan made some brilliant defensive plays to hold the lead, but couldn't keep the magic going in the 9th inning when Netherlands 2B Jonathan Schoop hit an RBI single to send the game to... Continue Reading →
When You Can’t Get Bleacher Seats…
You get Standing Room Only. There's something pure about watching a baseball game from the drinks rail. Maybe it's the way your feet feel after standing for three hours straight. Maybe it's the way you interact with fans nearby. Or maybe it's the summer shandy catching up with you. Either way, you're watching live baseball... Continue Reading →