Entropy is unavoidable. In a world as disordered as ours, some stars will inevitably underperform their 2019 seasons. Here are a few to keep in mind:
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2020 Season Preview: Detroit Tigers
After a subpar 2019, the Tigers have raided a division rival’s infield and are preparing for another rebuilding year.
Why Ketel Marte had a Breakout Year in 2019
Ketel Marte transformed himself from a fairly average MLB starter in 2018 into a legitimate MVP candidate in 2019. Marte made many improvements that led to a massive fWAR jump from 2.6 last year to 7.1 this year. On an… Read More ›
The 2019 Detroit Tigers: What Went Wrong?
After a disappointing 2019, M-SABR’s Robert Banas looks at how it all happened.
2019 NL Gallardo Awards: Honoring the Worst Players in Baseball
Baseball and its media have a strange fixation on focusing on things they deem are “best.” It’s elitist and downright gross. Who is the “best” player? Which is the “best” team? And what are the “best” ideas for articles? Luckily, the Gallardo Awards are none of those things.
Grading the Extensions signed in the 2019 Offseason
Armed with one year’s worth of hindsight, M-SABR’s Yuki Mori grades the extensions signed in the 2018 offseason.
Tyler Austin Player Profile
By Felipe Zwanzger After a 2012 minor league season in which he slashed .322/.400/.559 with a 10.8 BB% and 20.8 K%, there was a widespread belief that Tyler Austin would form part of the Yankees then future outfield. Injuries halted… Read More ›
Alex Bregman: Real or Fake?
M-SABR’s Matt Schneider examines what made Alex Bregman so effective this season.
The Curious Case of Ketel Marte
With offensive trends changing across the board in 2019, M-SABR’s Anthony Brown takes a closer look at one particularly impressive breakout performance.
Making Good Pickups in Fantasy Baseball
Which player performance stats translate to high fantasy player value? M-SABR’s Erik McKeen has some insight.
