Royals Rundown: How Picollo’s Interview, New Pitching Report Shape Royals Offseason

Royals Rundown: How Picollo’s Interview, New Pitching Report Shape Royals Offseason

Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco are back with another insightful episode of Royals Rundown! This week, they dive into the latest updates from Kansas City Royals’ General Manager JJ Piccolo following the winter meetings. Why is the team only 75% done with their offseason goals? And what does that mean for the roster moving forward? … Read more

Episode 430: Then Repeat to Yourself, “It’s Just a Pod, I Should Really Just Relax”

Episode 430: Then Repeat to Yourself, "It's Just a Pod, I Should Really Just Relax"

In Episode 430, Patrick, Jeffrey, and Craig chat about nostalgia for mid-2000s hipster rock, MST3K, and Homestar Runner, and then discuss five mostly baseball topics. 1. Tuck Everlasting?: Kyle Tucker is traded to the Cubs in a trade that both makes sense and doesn’t make sense for both teams.2. Trading Places: The Yankees stay active … Read more

Insider shares why Pete Alonso remains unsigned

Insider shares why Pete Alonso remains unsigned

As stories continue to link free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso with a return to the New York Mets and a possible move to the New York Yankees following the Mets’ historic signing of All-Star outfielder Juan Soto, Alonso remains available amid reports claiming the offseason market for the slugger has thus far “been quiet.” On Thursday, ESPN’s Jeff Passan shared an … Read more

The Art of Pitching Development with pitchLogic • D1Baseball

The Art of Pitching Development with pitchLogic • D1Baseball

Podcasts Mike Rooney – December 19, 2024 Join host Mike Rooney on the D1 Baseball Podcast for an insightful discussion on pitching development brought to you by our friends at pitchLogic. In this special episode, guests Lary Sorenson (pitchLogic) and Andrew Checketts (UC Santa Barbara) delve into pitchLogic, a baseball training and development tool. Discover … Read more

The Tale of Elijah Dukes

The Tale of Elijah Dukes

Elijah Dukes had all the talent in the world. Legendary manager Joe Maddon once compared him to Albert Pujols. However, there was a problem, Dukes was a total head case. That was how he got to the Nationals in the first place. In a Vice article, he was dubbed the Mozart of assholes. The Rays … Read more

Wednesday 12/18 Open Thread – Battery Power

Wednesday 12/18 Open Thread - Battery Power

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County Commission votes to approve bonds

County Commission votes to approve bonds

The Pinellas County Commission voted today to approve $312 million in bonds backed by proceeds from the county’s Tourist Development Tax. This at least in theory puts the Gas Plant stadium deal back on track. The Commission’s vote was 5-2 in favor of approving the bonds. The two no votes were the two newest commissioners, … Read more

If the Royals are done with big moves this offseason, it’ll be a letdown

If the Royals are done with big moves this offseason, it’ll be a letdown

Mere weeks after the Kansas City Royals beat the Baltimore Orioles in the Wild Card Series and pushed the New York Yankees to four games in the American League Divisional Series, the Royals began making moves as they did last year. This prompted some excitement, as the Royals were aggressive last year and had some … Read more

Bryson Stott returning to form will be key for Phillies

Bryson Stott returning to form will be key for Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott took a step forward during his sophomore campaign in 2023 following a lackluster 2022 rookie season. He stepped into full-time second-base duties for the club, and that stability seemed to help him offensively and defensively.  Stott batted .280 with 32 doubles, 15 home runs, 62 RBI and 31 stolen bases … Read more