It’s also one of the healthiest.
Today’s Best Bets: Friday, July 19th
Two picks for tonight’s games, plus notes on John Means’ consistency and Jordan Zimmermann’s horrible luck.
Joe Kelly’s last outing wasn’t great, but who cares?
Joe Kelly’s been pitching so well that his blown saves aren’t a big deal anymore.
Why is Kyle Schwarber not in the lineup?
It’s a hot day. The wind’s blowing out. He only pinch-hit on Wednesday, and had yesterday off. Looking at a few possibilities for why Kyle Schwarber is beginning this afternoon on the bench.
Today’s Best Bets: Thursday, July 18th
Three picks, Manny Machado’s surprising home run total, Trevor Bauer’s enormous workload, and strong defense in Arizona.
Yes, Steve Cishek is pitching all the time. But that might be a good thing.
Cishek’s made more appearances since joining the Cubs than almost anyone else in the MLB. But his ERA’s been the same as that of Josh Hader.
Joe Kelly’s Dominance Continues
Lights. Out.
Today’s Best Bets: Wednesday, July 17th
Picks for today’s games, as well as what’s holding the Brewers back, Tommy Milone and the concept of a bulk reliever, Garrett Cooper and hope for Miami, and why the Nationals shouldn’t feel good about Erick Fedde just yet.
Mai Tai Guy will be Mai Tai Guy
You don’t expect crocodiles to serve you dinner, do you?
The People Are Calling for Joe Kelly to Close
The heart wants what it wants.
Today’s Best Bets: Tuesday, July 16th
Two picks for tonight, along with notes on CC Sabathia vs the Rays and the Giants’ recent surge.
What to Make of the Martín Maldonado Trade
What we can guess based on the Cubs’ trade last night.
Everyone’s hitting home runs…except Billy Hamilton.
Not even inside-the-park ones this year for Mr. Hamilton.
Today’s Best Bets: Monday, July 15th
Two picks, whether Jeff Samardzija is viable trade bait, and why Zach Eflin is encouraging for the Phillies.
Joe Kelly: Saver. Savior?
All of the fire emojis.
Today’s Best Bets: Sunday, July 14th
Two picks for today, a look at the Mets’ debacle of a bullpen, and notes on what makes Mike Soroka so effective.
A Very Joe Kelly Evening
Joe Kelly pulled out all the stops in front of his old fans.
Today’s Best Bets: Saturday, July 13th
Picks for today, along with looks at difficult trade decisions facing the Orioles and Rangers.