Archive for the 'Managing' Category

The what-might-have-beens of some swingmen, some southpaws, Bobo and Lefty.

An immodest proposal designed to make middle relievers work for their money.

Jeff looks at how teams can get creative with their active rosters, and whether the rules ought to be tightened.

Between the last two Blue Jays columns Toronto went 5-14. Injuries were only a small part of the problem

On May 17, 1963 Don Nottebart threw the first no-hitter in the history of the Houston franchise. The final score, however, reflected not only Nottebart’s pitching abilities, but also the defense he had playing behind him, and prompted memories of other “flawed” no-hitters.

The Brewers have lost five of their last six games.

Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying About and Love Ken Heintzelman.

What if the Giants of that era hadn’t been quite so efficient at frittering away their talent?

On March 8, 2001, Albert Belle’s de facto retirement began. But how much would this ultimately end up costing the Baltimore Orioles, their fans and the man formerly known as Joey?

A quiet day around the majors, as spring training continues and opening day draws near.