Jake Bauers may bash his way into the Rays' plans sooner rather than later. Also: Mancini gets a look in RF of BAL, Swihart not to be forgotten in BOS, Carter may be slipping in NYY, and Pearce gets healthy in TOR.
Ian Kinsler powered up to the tune of 28 HR en route to a near-$30 season in 2016. At 35, can he keep it up? Plus Carlos Carrasco, Rajai Davis, Chris Devenski, and Tyler Saladino.
Couldn't get to a First Pitch Forums 2017 event? You're still able to experience going Beyond the Wisdom of the Crowd! The entire presentation and speaker notes are available for order.
Ken Giles is finally getting a shot at a full season as closer—does he have the skills to be an elite saves option? Plus Steven Matz, Jorge Polanco, Austin Hedges, and Raul Mondesi.
This week, we look at the closer situation in CIN. Does the Reds’ committee have what it takes to last? Also: PT prospects for Javier Baez in CHC, MIL’s closer situation, 3B in MIL, and STL’s 5th starter competition.
Marcell Ozuna enjoyed a stellar 1H, but a 2H fade prevented him from having a breakout season. Could he threaten the 30 HR plateau in 2017? Plus Stephen Piscotty, Shawn Kelley, Travis d'Arnaud, and Robbie Ray.
Jake Bauers may bash his way into the Rays' plans sooner rather than later. Also: Mancini gets a look in RF of BAL, Swihart not to be forgotten in BOS, Carter may be slipping in NYY, and Pearce gets healthy in TOR.
Ian Kinsler powered up to the tune of 28 HR en route to a near-$30 season in 2016. At 35, can he keep it up? Plus Carlos Carrasco, Rajai Davis, Chris Devenski, and Tyler Saladino.
Couldn't get to a First Pitch Forums 2017 event? You're still able to experience going Beyond the Wisdom of the Crowd! The entire presentation and speaker notes are available for order.
Ken Giles is finally getting a shot at a full season as closer—does he have the skills to be an elite saves option? Plus Steven Matz, Jorge Polanco, Austin Hedges, and Raul Mondesi.
This week, we look at the closer situation in CIN. Does the Reds’ committee have what it takes to last? Also: PT prospects for Javier Baez in CHC, MIL’s closer situation, 3B in MIL, and STL’s 5th starter competition.
Marcell Ozuna enjoyed a stellar 1H, but a 2H fade prevented him from having a breakout season. Could he threaten the 30 HR plateau in 2017? Plus Stephen Piscotty, Shawn Kelley, Travis d'Arnaud, and Robbie Ray.