Big Jeff Hoffman makes a game-saving tag, Pache’s preparation pays off and the walk-off win originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Jeff Hoffman has the build of a linebacker and a pitcher, and that mattered Monday night. With two outs and runners on the corners in the top of the ninth inning of a tied… Read More »
It’s been a fantastic baseball preseason at Yahoo Sports. We’ve ranked and we’ve mocked. We’ve given you sleepers, picks and pans, broken down the positions and offered a long-form strategy. Today’s goal is a little different. Fast hitters. Cliff Notes. Imagine if you and I ran into each other at the airport or at the… Read More »
Bryce Harper wants to die in a Phillies jersey, or so he claims. As awkward as that sounds – especially now that the new uniform pants don’t fit – Harper’s feeling is clear: he wants to be a Phillie for life. Since agreeing to a massive, 13-year, $330 million free-agent deal in March 2019, Harper,… Read More »
There weren’t many relevant changes to the stadiums during the offseason, with the possible exception of Toronto eliminating some foul grounds. Of course, Rogers Center surprisingly dropped its home runs last season (-4%) increasing them an MLB-high 28% in 2022 despite renovations which were expected to make Toronto an even bigger launchpad. Whether that’s a… Read More »
Harper talks contract, first base, Merrifield, Hoskins and more originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies position players trickled into camp over the weekend, including a guy named Bryce Harper, who spoke to reporters in Clearwater about a wide range of topics, including his contract, his position, his newest teammate, the departure of Rhys Hoskins… Read More »
Prepare to root for Ronald Acuña Jr. payable in fantasy games. (Photo by Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images) The outfield is a fun place to be. You can find all kinds of statistics here, including a few stars from five categories. You probably want to have at least one signature outfielder on your roster. [Join… Read More »