Opinion & Editorial
Orioles do well by extending J.J. Hardy
One of the game's best shortstops will remain in Baltimore on a reasonable contract for the next three years.
When should you pull the starter?
What's worth considering? Ned Yost, Bob Melvin, and Matt Williams are tested.
A.J. Hinch and the new-age manager
Hinch's resume could be the template of the manager for which every new-age front office is looking.
Mike Fiers and the value of sabermetrics
His 2013 nightmare fully behind him, the Milwaukee righty has returned to greatness in 2014. But could he have avoided the whole ordeal to begin with? And what role did traditional stats play in it?
Kevin Towers' Tenure: Four Years of Poor Trades
After three lackluster seasons, the Diamondbacks parted ways with GM Kevin Towers who had more than a checkered trade history in Arizona.
John Lackey and the propriety of holding out
Given John Lackey's age, the "Lackey clause" in his contract could lead to a very unusual situation this offseason.
Gausman halts development, helps O's win now
Kevin Gausman was rushed to the big leagues, but even though he is not a finished product, he is still able to make a positive impact on the Orioles' chances in 2014.
Is it worth it to pay for an elite shortstop?
An elite shortstop is great in theory, but is there really evidence to support their value to a team?
The problem with sabermetrics
The problem with sabermetrics isn't that it's changing baseball. The problem lies with the people trying to stop it.
Mark Buehrle's HOF case: The value of durability
The (now) Toronto left-hander has lasted for a while, and in so doing, has excelled. But should he head to the Hall of Fame when he retires?
