Washington D.C. is a city accustomed to a honeymoon period when a new boss comes to town, and Stephen Strasburg's record-setting MLB debut stirred up feelings of hope and change for the Washington Nationals and their fan base. Stephen Strasburg, you've just taken your first step into a larger world. By Jake McCormick … [Read more...] about Strasburg dazzles in debut, but has a long way to go
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Power Rankings and Predictions for the American League
By Jake McCormick A wrench named Johnny Damon's Indecision has been thrown into my series on each team's offseason, so I've postponed its continuation for at least a couple days. Instead, with pitchers and catchers reporting this week, it's only appropriate to make a can’t miss, Vegas busting, no hassle-guaranteed prediction for each team. … [Read more...] about Power Rankings and Predictions for the American League
MLB division leaders pulling away early…but why?
By Jake McCormick Is it just me, or do this year’s MLB division leaders look pretty impressive? The only arguable exception to this would be the AL Central, as the Minnesota Twins continue their yearly routine of being that guy at a party that you think should be passed out as everyone is leaving at 3 a.m., but is still calling for the beer bong. But even in the Central, a … [Read more...] about MLB division leaders pulling away early…but why?