There are reasons to like the Marlins. But for now, let’s focus on the other reasons.
Today’s Best Bet: Tuesday, June 8th
Sparse bullpen or not, we like Kris Bubic.
Not You Too, Adbert!
Another Cub might be (mildly) hurt, and this one hurts. Last night’s recap, tonight’s preview.
Today’s Best Bets: Monday, June 7th
MLB debuts for Zach Thompson and Jackson Kowar.
What Does Patrick Wisdom Know About the Gods and When Did He Know It?
We’ve reached the “divine blackmail” theory in trying to explain how Patrick Wisdom is doing what he’s doing.
A Good Indicator for the Cubs
A reason from yesterday to be bullish on the Cubs, within last night’s recap and today’s preview.
Joe Kelly: Good at Pitching; Great at Rock, Paper, Scissors
The video.
Today’s Best Bets: Saturday, June 5th
Taking a risk with the Marlins, trying to figure out Sahlen Field.
Jake Arrieta Is a Little Bit of a Problem for the Cubs
Just a little bit. But a problem. Last night’s roundup, today’s preview.
Today’s Best Bets: Friday, June 4th
Luis Castillo isn’t *this* bad, and the Astros might win the World Series.
Hey Anthony DeSclafani, That Wasn’t Very Nice of You
The Cubs were having a great time, but then Anthony DeSclafani had to get involved.
Today’s Best Bet: Thursday, June 3rd
Jon Duplantier: Who is he?
Now, the Cubs Play the Giants, Who Are Bizarrely Good
The Giants have the best record in baseball and I do not know how.
Joe Kelly’s Leg Kick at the Plate: Words (Nearly) Fail
Joe Kelly did something funny again.
The Cubs’ TV Broadcast Keeps Playing “My Own Worst Enemy” by Lit and It’s Making My Spring Better
Marquee is getting on my good side.
Willson Contreras Answered, and the Cubs Could Sweep the Padres Today
Is Patrick Wisdom a threat to Kris Bryant’s MVP candidacy?
Today’s Best Bets: Wednesday, June 2nd
The impact of a potential Fernando TatÃs Jr. absence on the Padres today, plus someone to not count out in the AL East (it’s the Blue Jays it’s obviously the Blue Jays).
MLB’s Best Through May
Constructing rosters from each league’s best at each position using WAR to-date.