J.T. Realmuto’s return, Sonny Gray’s leash, Giovanny Gallegos’s availability, and Framber Valdez’s importance.
The Cubs’ Real Kyle Schwarber Problem
You don’t have to worry about Kyle Schwarber’s effort. But you might have some concerns about his bat.
Today’s Best Bets: Monday, September 21st
Tim Anderson’s hamstring, Jacob deGrom’s hamstring, and Trevor Rogers’s command.
Today’s Best Bets: Sunday, September 20th
Getting into are-they-resting-guys season.
The Big Ten Has a Schedule, and Some Games Happened Elsewhere
Man, the ACC is not a lot of fun right now.
Today’s Best Bets: Saturday, September 19th
Season openers for Troy and NC State, Georgia Tech’s defense, the duality of Ian Anderson, and why you should continue to not count Cleveland out.
The Group of Five Warrants Your Attention
We don’t have a great idea of what will warrant a playoff invitation this year. Which makes Appalachian State and UCF of high import tomorrow.
Today’s Best Bets: Friday, September 18th
A potential encore from José Ramírez, how short-handed the Dodgers really are, and Atlanta’s not getting enough credit.
Is Javy Báez Turning It Around?
It’s been an encouraging week and a half for the Cubs’ shortstop, but not everything is pointing in the best direction.
Today’s Best Bets: Thursday, September 17th
Toronto isn’t bad, Houston should be good, and Cleveland’s probably fine. Plus, more LCS futures.
Today’s Best Bets: Wednesday, September 16th
Adam Wainwright’s ERA, aces in Philly, Cole Hamels’ return, Justin Verlander’s potential return, Cleveland’s playoff draw, and some NL Central scheduling.
Today’s Best Bets: Tuesday, September 15th
The poorer of two bad bullpens, the wind in Chicago, the Giants’ wild offensive turnaround, and the most complete baseball team in the American League.
Alec Mills Could Start a Game Seven This October
Alec Mills may be the Cubs’ third playoff starter.
Today’s Best Bet: Monday, September 14th
Matt Chapman’s injury makes the A’s worse. But how much worse?
Louisiana-Lafayette: Playoff Contender?
It’s far from impossible.
Today’s Best Bets: Sunday, September 13th
Things are not going well with Atlanta’s starting pitching.
Today’s Best Bets: Saturday, September 12th
Three NL Central overs and some futures value out of the AL Central.
Ian Happ Continues to Carry the Cubs
The Cubs offense is among the worst in the National League. Ian Happ is keeping it afloat.