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The Chicago Cubs – Five Things we’ve Learned from Opening Week

Apr 12, 2016

Chicago Cubs, Features, Opinions & Predictions

Opening week is usually an eye-opener, and 2016 has proven no exception to the rule. Records are being broken all over both leagues, and the predictions of winter are giving way to the realities of spring. Deci...

Breaking Down the 2016 Chicago Cubs Starting Pitching

David N. Wilson

Feb 12, 2016

Chicago Cubs, Features, Opinions & Predictions

A lot has been written about the 2016 Chicago Cubs starting rotation. Speculation abounds. The various statistical sites have weighed in with their projections, based on previous years' performance and crunched...

Should the Miami Marlins Turn A.J. Ramos into a Starting Pitcher?

David Marcillo

Dec 17, 2015

Features, Major League Baseball, Miami Marlins, National League, National League East, Opinions & Predictions

The Miami Marlins have a true ace in Jose Fernandez. It's a luxury few teams have, but despite this fact, the Fish are reportedly open to trading Jose for the right package. Even if they don't trade Fernandez, ...

Starting Rotation Struggling Mightily for Red Sox

Forrest Mulheron

Apr 19, 2015

American League East, Boston Red Sox

After a very impressive first time through the rotation, Boston's starters have failed to replicate that success the second and third times through the order. Rick Porcello was the latest Sox starter to stru...

Charging The Mound: Examining Toronto Blue Jays’ 2015 Starting Rotation

Michael Holian

Dec 22, 2014

American League, American League East, Opinions & Predictions, Toronto Blue Jays

What would the average Toronto Blue Jays' fan wish to see under their tree on Christmas morning? ... There are plenty of options to choose from: Stabilization at second base Bullpen reinforcements The...

Los Angeles Dodgers: Best Rotation in Baseball?

Louie Penna

Jul 8, 2014

Los Angeles Dodgers, National League, National League West, Opinions & Predictions

The Los Angeles Dodgers (besides possibly the Athletics after their blockbuster trade), could possibly have the best starting 5 in baseball. Between their rotation, relievers, a 51-40 record, a high-powered off...

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