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Always be wary of Charlotte offensive numbers not translate well. More excitement here (though) than big league lineup minus Murakami

Dodgers' field now named after Japanese fast fashion brand UNIQLO.

The Hawkeyes rank 33rd in college basketball with their 2024-25 men’s basketball budget of $13.3 million, per Extra Points. It’s unclear how much the Hawkeyes or the Longhorns spent on their men’s basketball roster through NIL/revenue-sharing, but it is believed to be in the general range of what it takes to be successful in the power conferences: $8 million to $10 million, minimum. Front Office SportsFront Office SportsFront Office Sports is the leading multi-platform media and news organization covering the business of sports.https://sports.yahoo.com/mens-college-basketball/article/networks-ncaa-tournament-viewership-is-off-to-best-ever-start-including-record-setting-thursday-slate-of-games-205434338.html

https://global.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48324762/nico-hoerner-chicago-cubs-complete-6-year-141-million-extension Swanson PCA now Hoerner

Walks?

But does he drive a Jeep Cherokee?

"Hannah Hidalgo assisting on the go-ahead basket and corralling the final rebound was only appropriate to finish a game in which she could not be stopped. The junior guard recorded a triple-double with 31 points, 11 rebounds and 10 steals. She nearly earned a quadruple-double, collecting 7 assists as well in the Fighting Irish’s win." espn.com Definitely the most exciting women's player.

Two prospects on the hitting side. And Antonacci's just not going to fare very well compared to the average big league LFer on the offensive side.

And having just let's say 2-3 Top 25 MiLB prospects is more important than quantity (see CLE DET MIN). Bonemer Hagen and Braden (189 ranked by Kiley McD) are far from sure things ATM. Same goes for Schultz. Bonemer looks great right now...but some of that value comes playing SS. His offensive numbers coming at 3B or LF aren't going to be quite as impressive. Carlson also has a high range of variability from floor to ceiling as a prep prospect.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Getz To be fair, the Royals had a pretty decent run from 2014-2016. Two WS appearances, would have been two titles if not for Madison Bumgarner.

Branch Rickey and the Courage to Redesign a Nation’s GameAs we watch the drama of the World Series unfold, it’s worth remembering the visionary leaders who shaped baseball’s character as much as its competition.Branch Rickey’s leadership fused idealism with discipline. A devout Methodist, he saw baseball as a moral enterprise - an institution with the power to teach fairness, courage, and perseverance. When he signed Jackie Robinson to the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1945, he told Robinson he needed a man “with guts enough not to fight back.” It was both a test of character and a strategy of transformation. Rickey’s stand wasn’t only moral - it was methodical. He believed that integrity and innovation belonged together. He built baseball’s first farm system, designed tools like the batting helmet, and pioneered early analytics through his partnership with statistician Allan Roth. Colleagues credited (Jack) Berger (Pirates) with preserving the team’s character through volatile ownership changes and social change. He once said his job was to “remind the city that the ballclub belongs to its people.” He became the moral and emotional translator between Rickey’s grand principles and the everyday business of baseball. My father often spoke of Jack’s loyalty - his handshake meant more than any contract - and his belief that Rickey’s lessons about faith and fairness belong in both boardrooms and ballparks. and scouting scouting scouting!!!

Mlb opening night on Netflix an unmitigated disaster SINetflix’s Opening Night Yankees-Giants Broadcast Was a Co...It was crystal clear that Netflix had no interest in catering to baseball fans during its first MLB telecast.

Luis Robert unsurprisingly one of the stars of the day....especially long pitch sequence first inning walk. Was down 0-2 and battled back with lots of foul balls.

Stand down!

And majority weren’t Murakami K’s either. Not even close. Of course, that’s Braden’s biggest concern right now, too.

But the tax writeoffs and depreciation of capital assets...

Have grown arguably by just $200 million during the last decade while Big 4 professional sports franchise values have exploded. Which is pretty close to the capital gains tax he's been ducking for his kids. SD meanwhile has doubled in value by spending to build an impressively loyal attendance base... and signing lots of talented players fans actually want to watch play.

Need to break on through the doors of perception...

Crazy thing is they signed Jose Ramirez to a second extension....isn't some of that money deferred? Kwan's the second highest paid player? And the A's have signed a bundle of under 27 talent extensions, as well as Severino as a FA last year.

Crazy if they think Ben McCollum's going to UNC... The amazing run by Iowa continues. Proud of Folgueiras Sage and Koch. No idea how Nebraska ended up with four on the court for one of they key defensive possessions. Bring on Illinois!!! Not sure they get by Houston, though.

Missing Benetti? Just turn on NBC right now. Seems thrilled to be with Costas, Hershiser, Luis Gonzalez and Kershaw doing dugout reporting. Got introduced as former White Sox and current Tigers' broadcaster.

https://www.fangraphs.com/standings/playoff-odds/fg/div White Sox Rockies Nats out of WS consideration already. Less than 1% odds for WC. Trade Murakami before he gets hurt... joking, mostly.

13th in preseason bullpen ratings but a lot depends on Hicks and Newcomb solidifying that pen with Taylor and Seranthony, Vasil an underrated loss.

Must be Sox or Rockies over the last two seasons.

Every team wins and loses 54, it's what you do with those 54 remaining that could go either way. Something like a Hawkism.