In light of the lockout, that letter, and the removal of all player photos from
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The Best player in MLB is not in this photo
This article is not an argument over the MVP awards. I have no problem with
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Bored of the lockout yet? Here are 24 of our favourite lockout tweets
In light of the lockout, that letter, and the removal of all player photos from mlb.com, we have compiled our favourite social media offerings. First up, the Commissioner, Rob Manfred, issued the poorly-conceived letter: To our Fans: I first want
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Episode 261 – Kieran Lovegrove Joins the Show
Fair Ball advocate and former Cleveland, Giants and Angels Minor League pitcher joins John to discuss why he broke the unspoken code of silence around minor-league pay and conditions. In a broad-ranging chat, they discuss Kieran’s own journey, his hopes
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The Best player in MLB is not in this photo
This article is not an argument over the MVP awards. I have no problem with Bryce Harper getting the nod ahead of Juan Soto in the NL. And I was definitely on the Shohei Ohtani side of the argument ahead
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A few surprises in the list of Non-tendered players
On Tuesday night, each of 30 MLB teams decided which players on their 40-man roster (with fewer than six years of service time) were not going to be offered contracts. As always, there were some surprising names among the list
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Miami Marlins: testing the strength of my optimism
I assure you I am as shocked as you with the fact that, when looking back at those hyped up early-season expectations for the Marlins, the Atlanta Braves are in fact the World Champions and not the Miami Marlins. Congratulations
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2021 MLB Free Agents – This article will be out of date before you read it
What a weekend! Let’s take stock. Before we start, remember that all 30 teams (even the Pirates) are working overtime to sign free agents before the current Collective Bargaining Agreement expires on Wednesday 1 December. This article will probably be
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Episode 260 – BFN Alternative MLB Awards 2021
The guys get together to hand out the real MLB Awards: Most Consequential Cup of Coffee Futile Contribution to the Playoff Narrative Most Anonymous Starter Most Overrated Underrated Player Best Imaginary Rangers Reliever Outstanding Contribution to Baseball Memes Apologies for
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Contributors Wanted
Got something to say about baseball? Looking for a way to hone your writing craft, or boost your social media clout? We’ve got the opportunity for you! Bat Flips & Nerds is looking for contributors to boost our online presence,
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Underpaid Superstars. The Minimum-Wage Roster: First base
Among active players, three of the four with the best career numbers belong to first basemen: Albert Pujols, Miguel Cabrera and Joey Votto. The anomaly is, of course, Mike Trout. The first baseman brings the power, but he is also
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Underpaid Superstars. The Minimum-Wage Roster: Catcher
It is nearly impossible to calculate the value of a catcher. Game calling, dealing with the different personalities of the pitching staff, instantly knowing when the pitcher is done. And this while crouching for hundreds of innings, receiving thousands of
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