Boone and the Yankees’ real problem runs deeper than analytics
When New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone stepped out of the dugout to take the ball from starting pitcher Max Fried in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card…
Clayton Kershaw’s mastery of command: Why first-pitch strikes defined his greatness
When I was growing up, Clayton Kershaw was the best starter in baseball, pretty much without question. He seemed to be the hope for a Los Angeles Dodgers franchise hungry…
Phillies’ batting approach threatens October success
Imagine this: it's a brisk October night at Citizens Bank Park, where the Philadelphia Phillies are hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 5 of the National League Championship Series.…
With expansion looming, MLB realignment feels inevitable — here’s how I’d do it
Commissioner Rob Manfred floated the idea of geographic realignment during the Little League Classic on ESPN’s "Sunday Night Baseball" this week, a possibility that seems to be contentious. Some love…
Judge’s injury can’t hide years-long issues with Yankees’ defense
Aaron Judge strained a flexor in his elbow on Saturday, an injury that the New York Yankees say could keep him off the field for a few weeks. It's a…