Slumping Studs: Why They Suck, and Who Will and Won’t Turn it Around (Part 4)

It's time for another edition of Slumping Studs, and this week Baseball and Brews is diving into the numbers behind three stars who are failing to meet expectations: Josh Donaldson, Trevor Story, and Christian Yelich. I'll diagnose what's wrong with each hitter and provide a prognosis for their performance for the remainder of the season so...

The Home Run Derby: How it Works, How it Started, and How it Shakes Out in 2017

Well, it's finally here: the midpoint of the season (even though virtually every team has played more than half of their games, but close enough). The All-Star Break kicks off tonight at 8pm with the first and (probably) most-anticipated event: the Home Run Derby. Today I'll be giving an overview of the history of the...

Far Side Waiver Wire: Third Base, Shortstop, and Craft Beer

Happy Friday everyone, and welcome back to Baseball and Brews. This is the last weekend before the All-Star Break, and special guest columnist Aaditya is back to give us his take on the thin waiver wire for 3B and SS, and an Imperial IPA review to wash it down. Thanks, Adi! 3B and SS Waiver...