Rays Ace Goes Down, But Pitching Not a Problem
The Tampa Bay Rays have lots of pitching, but do they have enough offense? What might happen to David Price, and should any team ever trade with the Rays again?
Opinion & Editorial
Umpires Blow 3 Calls & The League Looks On
The A's and Jays got shafted, while the Angels made out unscathed, but just barely. Umpires are in the news again, it isn't good, but will it lead to any significant changes in the future?
Improving The Postseason
The MLB playoffs have deficiencies that deserve change. What needs to go, and what needs to stay? Is there a perfect system or does the model need to shift just enough to show improvement?
Comparing Darvish to a recent great
With Yu Darvish pitching as close to perfect as possible in 2013, the comparisons begin to fly. Who's name has popped up, and are they justified?
Talking Replacement Level With Sean Forman
Sean Forman is the President of Sports Reference LLC and the creator of the beloved Baseball Reference website. I would like to thank him for taking the time to speak with me regarding replacement level, WAR, and what’s on the road-map for BR.
Jeter goes down, what's next in the Bronx?
The Yankees found out that Derek Jeter will be out until after the All-Star break. What will they be missing, and should they expect similar production upon his return?
Does MLB have a DUI problem on its hands?
Major Leaguers aren't arrested more often for DUI than anywhere else, but the league still has an obligation to take action against those guilty of DUI. It's the right thing to do.
Is Matt Harvey the next Tom Seaver?
How does Matt Harvey stack up against Mets legend Tom Seaver?
Are Sabermetrics & the "Old School" really at war?
After a prominent TV announcer made incendiary remarks towards Sabermetrics, an influential member of the analytics "community" retorted, but does it mean the two sides should be in such a conflict?
Just how good is Dexter Fowler's contract?
Rockies outfielder Dexter Fowler has contract security for 2013 and 2014. How has that impacted his play early 2013, and what does it mean for both Fowler and the Rockies moving forward?
Are offensive stats flawed?
Wondering if offensive statistics are flawed.
The Yankees are broken, but not far from fixed
With numerous injured players and older veterans, the New York Yankees have some issues. On the other hand, with young minor leaguers, money to spend, and a great GM, the solution isn't far off.
The Athletics Deserve a Change in Venue
Years of trying to relocate have left the A's with no change. The team remains stuck in Oakland despite the beckoning call of San Jose to the south, so what's going on?
The true value of Replacement Level
The term "replacement level" can divide baseball fans into two groups. Leave it to a 31-year-old rookie to make everyone forget which side they're on.
"Perfect games" for every position
We all know what a "perfect game" is for a pitcher ... but what does a perfect game look like for a position player?
Who will replace Tim McCarver in the booth?
As Tim McCarver plans to vacate the seat next to Joe Buck in the Fox broadcasting booth after the 2013 season, we at BTBS wonder who will replace the Hall of Famer.
Are teams rebuilding fairly?
Are teams in repair abusing the current system, and thus hurting their fan base and angering big market teams that spend their money? One baseball pundit thinks so.
March Madness: Baseball Stats Edition
Sixteen stats enter, but only one will leave a champion. Will it be saber or traditional? New school or old school? Offense, defense, pitching or value? Let's find out.
Should the Gold Glove Factor Defensive Metrics?
SABR is teaming up with Rawlings to index existing defensive metrics for use by the Gold Glove and Platinum Glove Awards. But is this really progress?
Should Scouting Prospects Only Be About Lists?
Rankings are useful, but to learn more about baseball's next generation, fans can do more.
Mariano Rivera is NOT the G.O.A.T.
It is widely believed that Mariano Rivera is the greatest closer in the history of baseball. It is also believed that there is not a single person who would deny it, let alone even try. Now there is.
Phillies, Nats, plunking players, and rivalries
The NL East has tons of talent, and two teams head closer an closer to becoming full-on rivals. Could it be due to hit batsmen?
Instant replay is on the way, ready, set....
MLB needs instant replay, but at what pace, and in what manner?
Sloan React: Injury Analytics
Injury analysis and concussion protocol were both discussed on an Injury Analytics panel.
Analytics, Sloan, and the fan perspective
The Managing Editor of Beyond the Box Score provides his input on the continued debate between saber-minded people and those who don't value analytics in the same way.
How To Improve MLB Video Games, Saber-Style
All facets of MLB video games have been slow to develop, if they have at all. There are plenty of saber-friendly ways to help ratings and gameplay, creating a better experience.
