It’s been 35 years since Dodgers outfielder Kirk Gibson hit one of the most exhilarating home runs in the World Series and baseball history. After defeating the New York Mets during the 1988 NLCS in seven games, the Dodgers would advance to their first World Series since 1981. Los Angeles would face the Oakland Athletics, who held the best record in the majors at 104-58. … [Read more...] about 35th Anniversary of Kirk Gibson’s 1988 World Series Home Run
Diamondbacks and Dodgers Bullpen Are Key Factors in NLDS Matchup
The Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen has been lights out since the beginning of September. The bullpen did well in Milwaukee, pitching a combined 9 1/3 scoreless innings with courtesy of Kevin Ginkel, Ryan Thompson and Paul Sewald. However, facing the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup will be a bigger test and a different situation. While they do not fare well against the Dodgers, it’s … [Read more...] about Diamondbacks and Dodgers Bullpen Are Key Factors in NLDS Matchup
Ohtani’s Next Contract: How It Might Look
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani underwent elbow surgery on Monday. With his impending free agency, let’s look at how his next contract might look. The Angels released this statement on Shohei Ohtani and the procedure he had this morning. pic.twitter.com/Y3Bpo2VFOg — Sam Blum (@SamBlum3) September 19, 2023 Ohtani’s Last Three Years: The Best in History? There’s little doubt … [Read more...] about Ohtani’s Next Contract: How It Might Look
Ohtani’s Potential Final Act As An Angel
The final act of Shohei Ohtani‘s time as an Angel could be upon us. With only 13 games left this season, the most exciting player will be hitting the open market. What’s more fascinating is how his second Tommy John surgery will play into the offseason plans of other teams. In other words, will a team want him to transition away from pitching and focus strictly on hitting? To … [Read more...] about Ohtani’s Potential Final Act As An Angel
Nolan Schanuel’s Career Is Off to A Pleasant Surprise
Nolan Schanuel is a pleasant surprise for the Los Angeles Angels. He was drafted 11th overall by the Angels in 2023, yes, 2023. Furthermore, Schanuel made his major league debut 40 days after being drafted. That’s good for fifth all-time, doing it 46 days faster than the next closest modern-day play, Ryan Zimmerman, who did it in 86 days with the Washington Nationals, … [Read more...] about Nolan Schanuel’s Career Is Off to A Pleasant Surprise