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Copy Editor Patrick Abdalla doesn't need performance-enhancing drugs to take a look at all things Major League Baseball. Whether it's arguing about the Hall of Fame, quizzing someone with a stat out of left field, discussing a good baseball book, or talking about "Field of Dreams," Pat always enjoys some infield chatter.
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The players with 200 hits, 100 walks in the same season
John Olerud had quite a memorable season in 1993. He nearly hit .400, finishing his campaign with a .363 mark. The sweet-swinging first baseman led the league in batting, on-base percentage, OPS, OPS+ and doubles. He went on to bat … Continue reading
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Ultey’s no Jeter; He’s Donny Baseball
Players like Chase Utley are very rare. Someone who makes watching the game fun because of their grit, determination and skill. At his best Utley was a player who could steal a hit on defense, take two extra bases on … Continue reading
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The Phillies’ meat of the order is full of grizzle
Take a look at the huge difference between the meat of the Phillies’ batting order in 2012 and the group that went to back-to-back World Series in 2008 and 09. Player Pitches per at-bat 08 Pitches per at-bat … Continue reading
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Poll: Who will win the American League East
poll by twiigs.com
National League Preview: Atlanta Braves
Just one more win. That’s what separated the Atlanta Braves from the playoffs last season. They could have picked up that win during the final series of the season. Instead, they were swept by the Philadelphia Phillies. That allowed the … Continue reading
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National League Preview: Arizona Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks were a surprise team in 2011, winning 94 games and taking the Milwaukee Brewers to a fifth game in the National League Division Series. The last time the Diamondbacks made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons they had … Continue reading
Player to Watch in 2012: No. 65 Brandon Morrow
Brandon Morrow isn’t the best pitcher in baseball. But boy can the big right-hander be electrifying. The Toronto Blue Jays hurler led the major leagues in strikeouts per nine during the past two seasons, with an impressive 10.5 It would … Continue reading
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Player to Watch in 2012: No. 66 Eric Hosmer
The Kansas City Royals have something special in Eric Hosmer. As a 21-year-old, he batted .293/.334/.465 with 19 home runs and 27 doubles in 128 games. The Royals might not compete in 2012, but the team will be taking a … Continue reading
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Player to Watch in 2012: No. 67 Justin Masterson
Cleveland’s Justin Masterson turned in a 3.21 ERA over 216 innings during a breakout season last year. Masterson was the centerpiece of the trade that sent Victor Martinez to Boston in 2009. If Masterson can have an encore season in … Continue reading
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