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The Minnesota Twins have been one of the best teams in baseball, can they stay ahead of Cleveland?

Despite that, they only have a small lead over Cleveland.

By Luis Torres

The Mariners historically bad defense

Seattle is on pace to threaten UZR and DRS records, and not in a good way.

By Daniel R. Epstein

Marty’s musings: strikeout milestones and Noah Syndergaard’s dominance

Some fun events in MiLB, plus Noah Syndergaard’s dominance over the Reds.

By Steven Martano

Taylor Rogers has gone nuts with the slider

The Twins setup man is using his best pitch more often.

By Patrick Brennan

The extraordinary baserunning of Javier Báez

The most dangerous base runner in MLB history

By John LaLoggia

Introducing KILA Projections: An attempt at forecasting major league hitting performance

By Patrick Brennan

2019 BtBS Team Previews

By Beyond the Box Score Staff

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Sabermetrics news: Tyler Glasnow has been vital to the Rays’ success

Thor’s rare pitching feat; tanking’s effect on attendance; Tyler Glasnow’s adjustments

By Matt Provenzano

Noah Syndergaard’s historic start

This past Thursday, Noah Syndergaard displayed one of baseball’s rarest feats.

By Steven Martano

Carlos Rodón was breaking out before he broke down

Rodón had altered his pitch usage to great success before elbow issues landed him on the injured list.

By Kenny Kelly

Kirby Yates has the perfect dog... and splitter

The emergent Padres have an emergent closer.

By Matt Provenzano
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Sabermetrics news: The Astros know how to pitch in front of the shift

Shortstops are mashing; the Astros’ approach to pitching in front of the shift; Lords of the Realm

By Matt Provenzano

The Marlins will determine the winner of the National League East

In a competitive National League East, beating up on the Marlins will reign supreme.

By Steven Martano
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If the ball is juiced (it is), what does that mean?

More questions than answers.

By Daniel R. Epstein
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Sabermetrics news: Hitters are adjusting to the Juiced Ball

How hitters have responded to more strikeouts; changes in the ball, and hitters; an ode to the knuckle curve

By Matt Provenzano

The sudden power surge of Tommy La Stella

How a 30 year-old utility infielder has more home runs than Mike Trout

By John LaLoggia
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Starters have the highest RA9 for an April in years

Is it just the home runs? Is it a sample size thing? Or is something more going on?

By Luis Torres

Mike Soroka’s changeup is better than advertised

Soroka’s changeup is a work in progress, but the early returns suggest its development is ahead of schedule.

By Kenny Kelly

Sabermetrics news: CC Sabathia strikes out 3000

Domingo German’s new consistency; CC 3K; the next generation of Blue Jays

By Matt Provenzano

It’s possible James Paxton only gets better

With a newer cutter and a deadly curve (on top of an already-great fastball), this could be a career year for the Bronx left-hander.

By Matt Provenzano

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Greg Holland looks as good as ever

The 33-year-old reliever is exceeding expectations.

By Patrick Brennan
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Sabermetrics news: Marcus Stroman is riding new success

The Atlantic League’s no-shift rule; Marcus Stroman’s new repertoire; Vladito’s projected career

By Matt Provenzano

Some of last season’s best pitchers are struggling in 2019

Some should be fine, but others are concerning.

By Luis Torres
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Pitch changers: who’s throwing something different in 2019

Which pitchers have increased or decreased usage of certain pitches?

By Daniel R. Epstein

Marty’s musings: Bellinger, Scherzer, and Vlad Jr.

Cody Bellinger, Vlad Guerrero, and the pitiful Red Sox.

By Steven Martano

Zack Wheeler boosted his WAR by half a win in one game!

It’s hard to impact one’s WAR in just one game, but Wheeler’s stellar game both on the mound at the plate did more than just impact it.

By Luis Torres

The real life of an MLB bat boy

The unsung heroes of your baseball-watching experience

By John LaLoggia

Ramón Laureano is the new human highlight reel

The A’s outfielder has tremendous arm strength, but also pin-point accuracy.

By John LaLoggia

Lou Trivino has reached another level

The sophomore reliever has some of the best raw stuff in the game and the results are starting to match it.

By Patrick Brennan

Sabermetrics news: Joey Gallo has the highest exit velocity in baseball

Joey Gallo’s eye-popping exit velocity; Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s journey; Wander Franco as the next dynasty prospect

By Matt Provenzano

Sam Gaviglio is an interesting face in the Blue Jays bullpen

Sam Gaviglio has shown promise in his new role.

By Patrick Brennan

Kris Bryant isn’t back to normal yet

His shoulder is back to normal, but Bryant still doesn’t look the same.

By Kenny Kelly

Sabermetrics news: Kolten Wong has shown improved plate discipline

Kolten Wong’s plate discipline; changing pitcher roles; the knuckle curve

By Matt Provenzano

The Brewers are going to hit a lot of home runs

Embracing launch angle at a time of decreased ball drag could be the key to unlocking more power

By Matt Provenzano

Let’s gawk at some crazy Triple-A stats

The Pacific Coast League is burning.

By Daniel R. Epstein

Sabermetrics news: Vlad Guerrero Jr. is being called up

Jeff McNeil’s old school profile; the Vladito call-up; teams with lacking defense

By Matt Provenzano

Somebody needs to sign Gio González to a real contract

Gio is still an effective starter that deserves so much better than a minor league deal.

By Luis Torres

Christian Walker is more disciplined and much more dangerous

Walker has always had raw power, but now he’s becoming more selective.

By Kenny Kelly

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