Baseball is both of the stars and on the ground, frequently at the same time; within lies the truth.
The overall MLB record has been shattered, but what about team records?
Has a lack of quality contact kept the Rays, and possibly the Brewers, from reaching the postseason?
What has gotten into Chase Anderson?
On the 32nd episode of the DFA podcast, Bryan and R.J. take a left turn from their recent discussions about good teams to talk about a bad one: the San Diego Padres. Sure, they talk a bit about Clayton Richard’s extension, but it’s mainly an excuse to talk about the interesting young players on the Friars’ roster and their fascinating skipper, Andy Green.
Joe Maddon is going to have to trust one of his young players this postseason.
The walls are closing in for hitters and catchers as they share more physical space than ever.
Los Angeles tries to hold off Cleveland, Chicago gets one in Milwaukee, and Texas sneaks back into the race.
Some of our sons (Jason Kubel) were always large; some (Alfonso Soriano) weren’t but are now.