Photo by George Kubas/Diamond Images via Getty Images The 19-year-old switch-hitter rarely looked overmatched at the plate, but he failed to generate power at Delmarva or Aberdeen. It’s always difficult to project too far ahead with international free agents that sign as teenagers. The path to the big leagues is a long one, and a young player requires significant … [Read more...] about Leandro Arias displayed a strong approach, little power in 2024
Despite second-half swoon, Ryan O’Hearn remained a useful platoon player
Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images O’Hearn capably crushed right-handed pitchers until enduring another late-season slump. Ryan O’Hearn is here to do two things: crush right-handed pitchers and chew bubble gum. And he’s all out of bubble gum. If there were any questions about O’Hearn’s staying power after his out-of-the-blue, breakout 2023 season, he silenced the skeptics … [Read more...] about Despite second-half swoon, Ryan O’Hearn remained a useful platoon player
Tuesday NLDS open thread
Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Both sets of games in the NLDS have been thrilling so far It’s time for game three of the NLDS with both series tied at 1-1. As an impartial observer, I find both series incredibly exciting so far. There have been lead changes, comebacks, walk-offs, bad blood, and more than our fair share of dingers. With the Yankees, Royals, Tigers, and … [Read more...] about Tuesday NLDS open thread
Wednesday Bird Droppings: Offseason preparations
Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images The playoffs chug along, the Orioles are mulling roster changes, and Machado keeps on grabbing headlines. Good Morning, Birdland, The playoffs are rolling right along. On Tuesday we saw two wild card underdogs take series leads against their division rivals. This feels apropos in a season without any one true … [Read more...] about Wednesday Bird Droppings: Offseason preparations
Justin Armbruester failed to impress in a full season at Triple-A
Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Once thought of as a potential contributor at the MLB level, the 25-year-old former 12th round pick struggled for consistency in 26 starts with the Tides. Developing pitching prospects hasn’t been a strong suit of the Mike Elias-led organization, so it’s doubly disappointing when a once-promising prospect seems to hit a wall in the … [Read more...] about Justin Armbruester failed to impress in a full season at Triple-A