Better late than never, baseball makes the right call with sticky stuff
What if there were a magic pill – OK, let’s not go there. What if there was a magic memo that would level the playing field between pitchers and batters…
Is MLB's threat to police sticky stuff an effective deterrent for pitchers?
When asked if he’d ever used Spider Tack, which enhances grip and heavy-duty spin, New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole paused for six full seconds before giving an awkward answer…
MLB Power Rankings: Rays claim top spot, Yankees continue slide
Welcome to the sixth edition of RunSportBet’s MLB Power Rankings for the 2021 season. 1. Tampa Bay Rays Record Last 10 RD Previous Rank (Change) 38-23 7-3 +75 4 (+3) ?? Austin…
What does history tell us about ice-cold starts from stars with new addresses?
Not every star player makes a smooth transition to a new club. Maybe it’s the pressure of playing for new fans in a different environment, or the expectations of living…
Baseball's dirty little secret is out. We decided to experiment
The menu options were laid out before me, like stepping up to the counter of a Chipotle for cheaters. Inside the netting surrounding the indoor bullpen at Performance Velocity Systems,…
MLB Cy Young Rankings: Can anyone challenge Cole, deGrom?
Welcome to the second edition of RunSportBet’s 2021 Cy Young rankings. Familiar faces are beginning to take over but can new dark horses build on hot starts? American League 5….
MLB MVP Rankings: Young sluggers keep on raking
Welcome to the second edition of RunSportBet’s 2021 Most Valuable Player rankings, where we pick the top players from each league. American League 5. Marcus Semien, Blue Jays Jim McIsaac…
MLB Rookie of the Year rankings: Surprising front-runners emerge
Welcome to the second edition of RunSportBet’s 2021 MLB Rookie of the Year rankings. The race is beginning to take shape, with surprising names emerging in both leagues. American League…
What you need to know about the Olympic baseball qualifying tournament
Baseball is returning to the Summer Olympics for the first time since Beijing hosted the Games in 2008. With two spots up for grabs, qualifying will resume Monday after the…
MLB Power Rankings: Padres, Dodgers, Rays are on fire
Welcome to the fifth edition of RunSportBet’s MLB Power Rankings for the 2021 season. 1. San Diego Padres Record Last 10 RD Previous Rank (Change) 30-17 9-1 +75 3 (+2) ?? The…
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