Oakland Athletics Tie Houston Astros for First Place in the American League West (Giuseppe)
After falling 11.5 games out of first place in the powerhouse American League West Division about 2 months ago, the Oakland Athletics were written off as contenders and were expected to finish the season where they were expected to this … Continue reading Oakland Athletics Tie Houston Astros for First Place in the American League West (Giuseppe)
The Power of the Braves Ronald Acuna Jr (Daryll)
Ronald Acuna Jr was the headline of Major League Baseball all week. First for the right, baseball related reasons as he hit lead off home runs in three straight games and 5 straight overall. Then – he was in the … Continue reading The Power of the Braves Ronald Acuna Jr (Daryll)
New York Mets David Wright Looking For One More Shot (Daryll)
By all accounts the face of the current New York Mets even though he hasn’t played a Major League game in two seasons – David Wright is trying to go against sage advice. He played in a real baseball game … Continue reading New York Mets David Wright Looking For One More Shot (Daryll)
Hall of Fame Weekend Recap (Daryll)
In the movie Field of Dreams, the character played by James Earl Jones late in the movie is talking to Ray Kinsella (Kevin Costner) about moving forward with this crazy idea of plowing his revenue-producing cornfield in favor of a … Continue reading Hall of Fame Weekend Recap (Daryll)
Philadelphia Phillies Acquire Justin Bour from the Miami Marlins (Giuseppe)
The Philadelphia Phillies traded for slugger Justin Bour on Friday with the Miami Marlins, who will recieve 22-year-old High-A Ball pitcher McKenzie Mills. Mills was originally drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 18th round of the 2014 Major League … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies Acquire Justin Bour from the Miami Marlins (Giuseppe)
Mookie Betts Hits for the Cycle Against Toronto Blue Jays (Giuseppe)
Mookie Betts hit for the Cycle for the first time in his career and the 320th time in Major League history on Thursday. Betts is the first member of the Boston Red Sox to hit for the Cycle since teammate Brock … Continue reading Mookie Betts Hits for the Cycle Against Toronto Blue Jays (Giuseppe)
Oakland Athletics Acquire Fernando Rodney from the Minnesota Twins (Giuseppe)
The Minnesota Twins announced on Thursday that they had traded closer Fernando Rodney to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for minor league pitcher Dakota Chalmers. Fernando Rodney (who interestingly enough actually follows Doubleday Double Talk’s Official Instagram page) has pitched well … Continue reading Oakland Athletics Acquire Fernando Rodney from the Minnesota Twins (Giuseppe)
German Marquez Pitches Immaculate Inning Against the Pittsburgh Pirates (Giuseppe)
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez got three outs on three consecutive three-pitch strikeouts in the top of the fourth inning during Wednesday afternoon’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Marquez had thrown what is called an “Immaculate Inning.” Marquez fanned Corey Dickerson, Starling … Continue reading German Marquez Pitches Immaculate Inning Against the Pittsburgh Pirates (Giuseppe)
Bartolo Colon Becomes Winningest Latin-Born Pitcher in Major League History (Giuseppe)
Bartolo Colon battled through 7 innings on Tuesday night in his start against the Texas Rangers and after not earning a win since June 30 against the Chicago White Sox, Big Sexy can now call himself the winningest Latin-born pitcher … Continue reading Bartolo Colon Becomes Winningest Latin-Born Pitcher in Major League History (Giuseppe)
Greg Holland Signs with the Washington Nationals (Giuseppe)
The Washington Nationals have officially signed former St. Louis Cardinals reliever Greg Holland. Greg Holland was a star in 2017, winning the National League Comeback Player of the Year with the Colorado Rockies en route to a league leading 41 … Continue reading Greg Holland Signs with the Washington Nationals (Giuseppe)
Madness in the Standings (Daryll)
For all the talk about teams tanking in today’s Major League Baseball landscape, somebody forgot to tell the National League. Or the plucky Oakland A’s. The Pittsburgh Pirates don’t seem to care that the Brewers spent all off-season beefing up … Continue reading Madness in the Standings (Daryll)
Pittsburgh Pirates Acquire Adeiny Hechavarria from Tampa Bay Rays (Giuseppe)
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquires star defensive shortstop Adeiny Hechaverria and cash considerations from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for minor league pitcher Matt Seelinger. Adeiny Hechavarria has never been much of a hitter with 2018 being no exception with … Continue reading Pittsburgh Pirates Acquire Adeiny Hechavarria from Tampa Bay Rays (Giuseppe)
Oakland Athletics Acquire Mike Fiers from Detroit Tigers (Giuseppe)
The Oakland Athletics acquired pitcher Mike Fiers from the Tigers in exchange for two players to be named later or cash considerations on Wednesday. The Oakland A’s designated pitcher Jeremy Bleich for assignment in order to create a spot on the team’s … Continue reading Oakland Athletics Acquire Mike Fiers from Detroit Tigers (Giuseppe)
2018 Major Legue Baseball Trade Deadline Recap (Giuseppe)
With every trade deadline comes big names in new places as Playoff Races get increasingly more heated. Since my co-writer Daryll and I have been in Cooperstown New York for Hall of Fame Weekend the past few days, there just … Continue reading 2018 Major Legue Baseball Trade Deadline Recap (Giuseppe)
Tampa Bay Rays Trade Nathan Eovaldi to Boston Red Sox (Giuseppe)
The Tampa Bay Rays have traded starter Nathan Eovaldi to the Boston Red Sox in return for lefty Jalen Beeks. Not even 24 hours after the New York Yankees traded for star closer Zach Britton the Bomber’s division rivals had to even … Continue reading Tampa Bay Rays Trade Nathan Eovaldi to Boston Red Sox (Giuseppe)
Yoenis Cespedes to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery (Giuseppe)
The hits just keep on coming for the New York Mets as the ballclub has just announced that outfielder Yoenis Cespedes will undergo season-ending surgery on his heels. Cespedes will miss 8-10 months and the surgery will almost certainly delay … Continue reading Yoenis Cespedes to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery (Giuseppe)
Contenders or Pretenders? Do the Pittsburgh Pirates Really Have a Shot at the Postseason? (Giuseppe)
The Pittsburgh Pirates stayed red-hot on Tuesday, beating the Cleveland Indians 9-4 to earn their 11th consecutive victory and bring the team within 2.0 games of the second Wild Card spot that is currently being held by the Atlanta Braves … Continue reading Contenders or Pretenders? Do the Pittsburgh Pirates Really Have a Shot at the Postseason? (Giuseppe)
Baltimore Orioles trade Zach Britton to New York Yankees (Giuseppe)
The New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles struck a deal on Tuesday that will send star left-handed closer Zach Britton to the Yankees and pitching prospects Dillon Tate, Josh Rodgers, and Cody Caroll to the Baltimore Orioles. The Yankees … Continue reading Baltimore Orioles trade Zach Britton to New York Yankees (Giuseppe)
The Case for Trading Jacob deGrom (Giuseppe)
The New York Mets kicked off 2018 by winning 11 of their first 12 games, since then, the Mets have been the worst team in the National League with a 29-56 record and a .327 win-loss percentage since their hot … Continue reading The Case for Trading Jacob deGrom (Giuseppe)
Kansas City Royals Acquire Brian Goodwin from Washington Nationals (Giuseppe)
The Washington Nationals traded Brian Goodwin to the Kansas City Royals for Minor League pitcher Jacob Condra-Bogan on Sunday afternoon to relieve their overabundance of outfielders. Along with Goodwin, the Nationals’ crowded outfield consisted of Bryce Harper, Juan Soto, Adam Eaton, and Michael A. Taylor, leaving almost … Continue reading Kansas City Royals Acquire Brian Goodwin from Washington Nationals (Giuseppe)
Shin-Soo Choo’s On-Base Streak Ends at Texas Rangers-Record 52 games (Giuseppe)
Texas Rangers designated hitter Shin-Soo Choo went 0-for-4 and struck out twice in Saturday’s 16-3 loss to the Cleveland Indians, ending his incredible on-base streak at 52 games. “The one thing we don’t want to lose sight of is exactly what Choo … Continue reading Shin-Soo Choo’s On-Base Streak Ends at Texas Rangers-Record 52 games (Giuseppe)
New York Mets Trade Jeurys Familia to Oakland A’s for Prospects (Giuseppe)
The Oakland Athletics and the New York Mets struck a deal on Saturday involving Mets closer Jeurys Familia. The Mets will receive Minor Leaguers right-handed pitcher Bobby Wahl and third baseman William Toffey in the deal, as well as $1 … Continue reading New York Mets Trade Jeurys Familia to Oakland A’s for Prospects (Giuseppe)
Chicago Cubs Acquire Jesse Chavez from Texas Rangers (Giuseppe)
The Chicago Cubs announced on Thursday that the club had acquired pitcher Jesse Chavez from the Texas Rangers in exchange for Minor League pitcher Tyler Thomas. Jesse Chavez has been pitching out of the bullpen for the mediocre Texas Rangers and has … Continue reading Chicago Cubs Acquire Jesse Chavez from Texas Rangers (Giuseppe)
San Diego Padres Trade Brad Hand, Adam Cimber to the Cleveland Indians for Francisco Mejia (Giuseppe)
The Cleveland Indians announced Thursday that they acquired All-Star closer Brad Hand and pitcher Adam Cimber from the San Diego Padres in exchange for top catching prospect Francisco Mejia. Brad Hand has a 3.05 ERA and 65/15 strikeout/walk ratio and 24 saves over 44.1 innings of work this … Continue reading San Diego Padres Trade Brad Hand, Adam Cimber to the Cleveland Indians for Francisco Mejia (Giuseppe)
Los Angeles Dodgers Acquire Manny Machado from Baltimore Orioles for Five Prospects (Giuseppe)
The Baltimore Orioles traded All-Star shortstop Manny Machado to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday for a package of five prospects. The Orioles will be receiving outfielder Yusniel Diaz, right-hander Dean Kremer, third baseman Rylan Bannon, right-handed reliever Zach Pop and third baseman … Continue reading Los Angeles Dodgers Acquire Manny Machado from Baltimore Orioles for Five Prospects (Giuseppe)
2018 MLB All-Star Game Recap (Giuseppe)
Major League Baseball’s biggest stars gathered and played in one of the most exciting All-Star Games of all-time when the American League topped the National League, 8-6, in 10 innings at the 2018 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. Here is a recap of the thrilling, … Continue reading 2018 MLB All-Star Game Recap (Giuseppe)
2018 MLB Home Run Derby Recap (Giuseppe)
The 2018 Home Run Derby took place with eight of Major League Baseball’s top sluggers taking their swings at 8 P.M. at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. The seeding for the Derby was as follows: • No. 1 – Jesús Aguilar, Milwaukee Brewers • No. … Continue reading 2018 MLB Home Run Derby Recap (Giuseppe)
Chase Utley Announces Retirement After 2018 Season (Giuseppe)
“I just want you guys to know I’ve signed a five-year extension here,” Utley said to open the 10-minute press conference. A great Major League career has been confirmed to end at the completion of the 2018 Major League Baseball … Continue reading Chase Utley Announces Retirement After 2018 Season (Giuseppe)
2018 MLB Home Run Derby Predictions (Daryll and Giuseppe)
The Home Run Derby is one of the events that takes place during the All-Star Break and it is one of the most difficult and unpredictable to predict. While our predictions are wrong more often than not, that does not … Continue reading 2018 MLB Home Run Derby Predictions (Daryll and Giuseppe)
2018 MLB Home Run Derby Participants Announced (Giuseppe)
The 2018 T-Mobile Home Run Derby field is set. Bryce Harper will represent the hometown Washington Nationals in Washington, D.C., while 7 other sluggers attempt to dethrone Harper in his home stadium. Interestingly, every single player with the exception of Bryce … Continue reading 2018 MLB Home Run Derby Participants Announced (Giuseppe)
Brewers’ Jesus Aguilar and Mariners’ Jean Segura Win 2018 All-Star Game Final Vote (Giuseppe)
The Final Vot is an interesting way of deciding who will get the final roster spot on each league’s respective All-Star team. At the conclusion of the voting, Jesus Aguilar and Jean Segura of the Milwaukee Brewers and Seattle Mariners … Continue reading Brewers’ Jesus Aguilar and Mariners’ Jean Segura Win 2018 All-Star Game Final Vote (Giuseppe)
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, and The Snubs of the 2018 MLB All-Star Game Rosters (Giuseppe)
The 2018 Major League Baseball All-Star Game roster was announced on July 8th and while baseball fans wait for the game, I felt the need give you, the readers of Doubleday Double Talk, a look at the rosters, as well … Continue reading The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, and The Snubs of the 2018 MLB All-Star Game Rosters (Giuseppe)
Oakland A’s Playing Well in Crowded AL West (Daryll)
If only the A’s didn’t play in the American League West… If they didn’t (and still had the same record) – they would be 2nd in the AL Central by about a game, 2nd in the NL West, and about … Continue reading Oakland A’s Playing Well in Crowded AL West (Daryll)
Major League Baseball Conditionally Reinstates Jenrry Mejia (Giuseppe)
Early in the 2016 Major League Baseball season, it was announced that New York Mets relief pitcher Jenrry Mejia was permanently banned from Major League Baseball after failing his third Performance Enhancing Drug Test. Mejia was the first player since … Continue reading Major League Baseball Conditionally Reinstates Jenrry Mejia (Giuseppe)
Possible Manny Machado Trade Partners for the Baltimore Orioles (Giuseppe)
Thus far in the 2018 Major League Baseball season, the Baltimore Orioles have been an absolute atrocity on the baseball field with no pitching staff, a mediocre offensive core, and a horrendous bullpen to boot. The once beautiful Camden Yards … Continue reading Possible Manny Machado Trade Partners for the Baltimore Orioles (Giuseppe)
Is Fun Baseball Going Extinct? (Daryll)
In the original Jurassic Park movie, there is a famous scene where a T-Rex is chasing after Dr. Ian Malcom and other driving a Jeep away from the predator. The T-Rex is closing fast, and as it thrusts itself forward … Continue reading Is Fun Baseball Going Extinct? (Daryll)
A Visit to Coors Field (Daryll)
All we really wanted were $1 hot dogs. As a sales representative covering the West Coast, I often get to travel around and see the sights in the course of business trips. Sometimes my visits happen to (magically) coincide with … Continue reading A Visit to Coors Field (Daryll)
Washington Nationals Acquire Kelvin Herrera from Royals (Giuseppe)
The Kansas City Royals and the Washington Nationals announced on Monday that star closer Kelvin Herrera would be shipped out to the National League East in return for minor leaguers Blake Perkins, Kelvin Gutiérrez, and Yohanse Morel. Kelvin Herrera has been … Continue reading Washington Nationals Acquire Kelvin Herrera from Royals (Giuseppe)
10 Players Who Could Become First Time All-Stars in 2018 (Giuseppe)
The All-Star Game is such a fun and historically rich game, making it an incredible honor to be selected by the fans to be a part of. From Babe Ruth hitting the first home run in the game’s history to … Continue reading 10 Players Who Could Become First Time All-Stars in 2018 (Giuseppe)
Can the Seattle Mariners Continue This Run?(Daryll)
When doing predictions for 2018, certain divisions seemed all but foregone conclusions. The Nationals would win the National League East. The Dodgers would win the NL West. The Yankees and Red Sox would due it out in the AL East. … Continue reading Can the Seattle Mariners Continue This Run?(Daryll)
Say It Ain’t Sho? (Daryll)
The most exciting baseball story of the season looks like it will have an unhappy ending, with news breaking this weekend that the Angels pitching and hitting threat Shohei Ohtani has a Grade 2 Ulnar Collateral Ligament injury – a … Continue reading Say It Ain’t Sho? (Daryll)
Tampa Bay Rays Trade Brad Miller to Milwaukee Brewers for Ji-Man Choi (Giuseppe)
The Tampa Bay Rays and the Milwaukee Brewers decided to make a move on Sunday that would result in first baseman Ji-Man Choi being sent to Tampa Bay along with cash considerations in return for infielder Brad Miller, who will … Continue reading Tampa Bay Rays Trade Brad Miller to Milwaukee Brewers for Ji-Man Choi (Giuseppe)
Albert Pujols Surpasses Stan Musial for Seventh on All-Time RBI Leaderboard (Giuseppe)
Los Angeles Angels future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols singled in a run in the first inning of Sunday’s 7-5 loss against the Minnesota Twins to separate himself from Hall of Famer Stan Musial as seventh on the All-Time leaderboard … Continue reading Albert Pujols Surpasses Stan Musial for Seventh on All-Time RBI Leaderboard (Giuseppe)
Max Scherzer Tosses Immaculate Inning in the Sixth (Giuseppe)
Washington Nationals ace Max Scherzer threw the second immaculate inning of his career in the 6th inning of Tuesday Night’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. For those that are unaware, an immaculate inning is when a pitcher strikes out … Continue reading Max Scherzer Tosses Immaculate Inning in the Sixth (Giuseppe)
Michael Wacha Loses No-Hitter in 9th Against Pittsburgh Pirates (Giuseppe)
Michael Wacha took a no-hitter into the 9th inning in Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates before losing it to a clean, line drive single to right from pinch-hitter Colin Moran on a 0-2 count. Sunday’s performance was not unprecedented … Continue reading Michael Wacha Loses No-Hitter in 9th Against Pittsburgh Pirates (Giuseppe)
