The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: National League West

The Dodgers have provided Clayton Kershaw enough help to surpass the Giants in 2013
The Dodgers have provided Clayton Kershaw enough help to surpass the Giants in 2013

The National League West has everything a baseball fan could want. The Dodgers, Giants and Diamondbacks will make this about as fun a race to watch all season. Continue reading “The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: National League West”

The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: National League Central

Adam Wainwright, who signed a 5-year, $97.5 million contract extension, will look to put the Cardinals back atop the division in 2013
Adam Wainwright, who signed a 5-year, $97.5 million contract extension, will be key for the Cards in 2013

The National Central Division is one in transition. The Reds have a great team, but the rotation might let them down enough to not reach full potential. Continue reading “The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: National League Central”

The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: National League East

Bryce Harper looks to take huge strides his second season in 2013.
Bryce Harper looks to take huge strides his second season in 2013.

Baseball’s toughest division got a whole lot more exciting as the top two teams (Nationals and Braves) made additions. While the Nationals have the better overall ball team, the Braves could be right there with them again in October. The Phillies are still in the mix, but their best shot will be for a Wild Card spot. The Mets have some work to do while the Marlins, well, need some form of a clue.  Continue reading “The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: National League East”

The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: American League West

Mike Trout, spectacular in 2012, is looked to for an equally as good 2013 for the Angels
Mike Trout, spectacular in 2012, is looked to for an equally as good 2013 for the Angels

The American League West has a shot to have three teams within the division in the playoffs. How far any of them go is a matter of pitching and leadership. Continue reading “The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: American League West”

The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: American League Central

 

Prince Fielder is one of the reasons the Tigers could repeat in the American League Central
Prince Fielder is one of the reasons the Tigers could repeat in the American League Central

Last season the Detroit Tigers took the division and this season I don’t see much difference. Although, I do see a surprise team that (if all the chips fall correctly) could make a run at a Wild Card spot and possibly the division.  Continue reading “The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: American League Central”

The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: American League East

David Price and the Tampa Bay Rays are my favorites to win the AL East
David Price and the Tampa Bay Rays are my favorites to win the AL East in 2013

There isn’t much debate which team in the American League East has the best chance to navigate its way to the division title. Continue reading “The Locker Major League Baseball Preview 2013: American League East”

Major League Baseball 2013: Bobby Bonilla Logic And How It Encompasses A Decade (And More) Of New York Mets Misery

Bobby Bonilla is the second highest paid Mets Outfielder in 2013
Bobby Bonilla is the second highest paid Mets Outfielder in 2013

$5.9 million dollars.

To me, that sum of money would change lots of things. Don’t get me wrong, I wouldn’t think I was done working or anything, but I will say it would make a lot of things a tad easier. Continue reading “Major League Baseball 2013: Bobby Bonilla Logic And How It Encompasses A Decade (And More) Of New York Mets Misery”

MLB Preview 2013: #McCutchenb4Trout Should Be The Trend For Fantasy Baseball Owners

McCutchen hit .446 in July and had an OPS of .861 in September/October
McCutchen hit .446 in July and had an OPS of .861 in September/October

It isn’t a secret that everyone who plays fantasy baseball will flock to Mike Trout this season. You have good reason to do so, not only did he put up monster numbers in 2012 but he has continued that in spring training this season (.406 BA, .525 OBP). Continue reading “MLB Preview 2013: #McCutchenb4Trout Should Be The Trend For Fantasy Baseball Owners”

Major League Baseball 2013 Preview: Top-5 Rookies In Baseball

  1. Wil Meyers was traded to Tampa Bay for James Shields and others in the offseason
    Wil Meyers was traded to Tampa Bay for James Shields and others in the offseason

    Wil Meyers, Tampa Bay Rays, 2012 Minors: 37 home runs, .314 BA, 109 RBI’s, .387 OBP; Analysis: Continue reading “Major League Baseball 2013 Preview: Top-5 Rookies In Baseball”

Major League Baseball 2013: Why The Los Angeles Angels Were Right With Mike Trout Salary Decision

Photo Credit: ESPN
Photo Credit: ESPN

I think we can all agree that last season, the Los Angeles Angels Mike Trout put on quite a show. But disagree if you must, the Angels did nothing wrong giving Trout that second-year salary.  Continue reading “Major League Baseball 2013: Why The Los Angeles Angels Were Right With Mike Trout Salary Decision”