The *speculation* Báez might ask for $200M is not absurd.
The Phillies Could Buy—If They Had Any Means to Pay
The Phillies have closed the division gap enough to think about buying. They also have a terrible farm system and a payroll bonking its head on the luxury tax.
Today’s Best Bet: Tuesday, July 20th
More like Taylor Widen-his-ERA-tonight-er.
The Cardinals Are Bad Too, Guys
Enough about how bad the Cubs are.
What Could Zach Davies Bring Back in a Trade?
Trying to gauge Zach Davies’s trade value as the Cubs open a four-game set with the Cardinals.
The Historic Nature of Joe Kelly’s 2021 Season
We are witnessing something special.
Rafael Ortega Is a Throwback
Nothing like nostalgia for the last rebuild.
Today’s Best Bet: Sunday, July 18th
The rest equation for the Blue Jays.
Like It or Not, Jason Heyward Is Part of the Cubs’ Future
Barring a shock, Jason Heyward will be on the Cubs for two more years, so let’s start narrowing expectations. Also, notes on Kyle Hendricks (and others) and today’s preview.
Today’s Best Bet: Saturday, July 17th
Zac Gallen returns from the injured list.
I Will Miss Joc Pederson
Farewell, mustachioed friend.
Is the Cubs’ Return for Joc Pederson Too Good to Be True?
The Cubs seem to have gotten a great deal here.
Joe Kelly Second Half Preview
The second half of the Joe Kelly season is almost upon us. Here’s what to expect.
We Never Really Got to Know Craig Kimbrel
Craig Kimbrel is on his way out of Chicago, and I feel like we never really knew the guy.
Is the NL Playoff Field Set?
Estimating the likelihood of someone crashing the NL party.
The Buffalo Blue Jays Have Been Fun
Something kind of endearing about teams playing out of place.
Today’s Best Bet: Thursday, July 15th
The NL playoff structure helps the Mets.
When Might the Pirates Be Good Again?
Estimating a window of contention.