There’s nothing like the start of a new year to reflect on the previous year’s happenings and think: “Gee, things can only get better this year, right?” Unfortunately, it sure looks like White Sox fans are in for another year of miserable baseball in 2025. A year after setting a modern-day MLB record for losses in a single season with 121, the White Sox are gearing up for a tough
Please, please tell me now. How can a guy who was described as a “bum” by a widely respected British baseball expert suddenly transform into one of the most exciting baseball players in the world? The Mexico team that faced Great Britain in the World Baseball Classic in 2023 was full of MLB stars. The top of the lineup featured Randy Arozarena, Alex Verdugo, Joey Meneses, Rowdy Tellez, and Isaac
We have another new contributor – St Louis’ own Devon Polk. Here’s what he has to say about Paul Goldschmidt signing with the Yankees… On 21 December 2024, the New York Yankees announced that Paul Goldschmidt had signed with their ball club on a one year/$12.5 million contract. This move brings to an end what was a strong five-year tenure in St. Louis (2019-2024), where Goldschmidt would collect a Silver
When it comes to Major League Baseball (MLB) betting, enthusiasts are often torn between live betting and futures wagering. Each approach offers unique opportunities and challenges, making the choice between them a matter of strategy, risk tolerance, and personal preference. This article dives into the intricacies of both methods, helping you determine which might suit your betting style. Understanding Live Betting Live betting, also known as in-game betting, involves placing
In 2023, my baseball highlight was probably not shared by anyone else in the world. During the World Baseball Classic, GB had made an array of infield misplays, so Nick Ward’s pick at first base to save two runs and keep Great Britain’s lead intact against Columbia was heart-stopping sport. You probably had to be there, and very fortunately, I was. By contrast, my 2024 highlight will be shared by
Your five-minute catch-up of the biggest stories in baseball over the last seven days. Baltimore Orioles The Baltimore Orioles balanced their youth movement by signing 41-year-old Charlie Morton. Over the last four seasons, Morton has been a workhorse, making at least 30 starts each year. In fact, only six pitchers have made more starts since 2021. He’s no Corbin Burnes, but Morton should be a reliable second/third starter in Baltimore’s
We have a new contributor – Jake Tomasello is a Mariners fan from Seattle. Here’s what he thinks are the big three issues facing the team heading into the new season… There are still over 40 days left until pitchers and catchers report to the Cactus and Grapefruit Leagues to begin Spring Training. This offseason has seen the largest contract in sports history signed by Juan Soto along with several
Take charge of your league in 2025 with a BaseballHQ.com subscription that unlocks articles like these all season long. Winning. Fantasy baseball. Insight. Organization Grades Hitting: B Pitching: B Top-end Talent: B- Depth: B Overall: B Minor League Affiliates Triple-A: Syracuse (AAA East) Double-A: Binghamton (High A Northeast) High-A: Brooklyn (A+ East) Low-A: St. Lucie (A Southeast) Rookie: FCL Mets (Florida Complex League) Rookie: DSL Mets (Dominican Summer League) 1 Jett Williams (SS,OF)
Wow! the 2024 Great British Fantasy Baseball Superleague season was better than our wildest predictions, and trust me, some of our predictions are pretty mad. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE The 2023 division winners competed in the highly competitive Champions League Division to establish the overall 2024 GBFBS champion. Rosters were selected by live auction at the end of March. First nominated was Shohei Ohtani, who was taken for $28 by Richard Davison.
In the week Kris Bryant turns thirty three, Carl Taylor, aka @punkytype, goes in search of the former National League MVP. Cast your mind back to the thrilling World Series of 2016; Game 7 at a packed and expectant Progressive Field in downtown Cleveland Ohio. The series had swung back and forth between the Cleveland Indians, title-less since 1948, and the Billy Goat-ridden Chicago Cubs, without a World Series win
