Now that we have concluded business in the MLB Sweet Sixteen, naturally, it’s time for the MLB Elite Eight. There are a lot of teams here that belong here, but perhaps some that don’t. The 15-seeded 1998 Atlanta Braves squad is attempting an amazing Cinderella run to be crowned the greatest MLB team of the last century. There are also the plucky 12-seed 2019 Houston Astros. In … [Read more...] about The MLB Elite Eight
The MLB Sweet Sixteen
During this time of the sporting year, much emphasis is placed on the idea of knockout tournaments. More specifically, the tournament that the NCAA puts on each year for college basketball. There are many such competitions, but the one that is the most popular is the one that is presented by Division I. The Final Four is a source of contention every time it rolls around. … [Read more...] about The MLB Sweet Sixteen
Jason Vosler: Reds next diamond in the rough?
“Jason Vosler, Cincinnati Reds starting first baseman”. Since 2007 the Reds first base position has been occupied by a player with the initials “J.V.”. Those initials however have belonged to Joey Votto up until the start of this season. With Votto starting the year in Triple-A Louisville on the injured list, the new “J.V.” Jason Vosler has assumed the role at first. The former … [Read more...] about Jason Vosler: Reds next diamond in the rough?
Relax Reds fans, it’s only Game One
44,063 Cincinnati Reds fans packed Great American Ballpark Thursday afternoon. A new stadium record, that unfortunately resulted in a 5-4 loss to the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. Even in the loss, there were signs of positivity in the team. Reds fans shouldn’t have to worry about another 3-22 start to the season…for now at least. As in virtually every game, there were turning … [Read more...] about Relax Reds fans, it’s only Game One
Reds Opening Day: Greene vs Keller
Reds opening day is soon upon us. With spring training wrapping up, teams have named their starting pitchers for the big day. The matchup in Cincinnati will feature two young starters looking to take a big step in their respective careers. Since the turn of the century, the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates have faced off three times to start the season. The last one … [Read more...] about Reds Opening Day: Greene vs Keller