2019 MLB Awards Predictions (Daryll & Giuseppe)
With Opening Day drawing nearer and nearer by the day, the writers of Doubleday Double Talk have predicted the National League East, Central, West, and the American League East, Central, and West, all before a single regular season pitch has been thrown. … Continue reading 2019 MLB Awards Predictions (Daryll & Giuseppe)
American League West Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
The American League saw a pennant race it didn’t predict last season. The surprising Oakland A’s made things interesting in the second half, while the Seattle Mariners made the first half much more interesting than many thought. Of course – … Continue reading American League West Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
American League Central Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
This division was pretty sleepy last season…and looks about the same this year. While other divisions saw previously mediocre teams like the Padres and Reds spend money, the Royals, Tigers, and rumored active but in the process not White Sox … Continue reading American League Central Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
American League East Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
The American League East will inevitably come down to two teams in 2019, the New York Yankees and the reigning World Series champion Boston Red Sox. The Rays were quietly good in 2018 while the Orioles and Blue Jays were … Continue reading American League East Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
National League West Preview (Giuseppe and Daryll)
A division that has been owned by the Dodgers for more than half a decade is finally starting to stand up to the big bad wolf of the division. With the Rockies coming within one game of winning the West … Continue reading National League West Preview (Giuseppe and Daryll)
National League Central Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
The National League Central has not been seen as a strong division in some time, but in 2019, it looks like it could be the best in baseball where arguments can be made that every team has a legitimate shot … Continue reading National League Central Preview (Daryll and Giuseppe)
National League East Preview (Giuseppe and Daryll)
In what many consider the strongest division top to bottom in all of baseball, it will be difficult for the Atlanta Braves to repeat as NL East Champions after they surprised the baseball world by winning the division last season. … Continue reading National League East Preview (Giuseppe and Daryll)
Steven Wright Suspended 80 Games for Failed PED Test (Giuseppe)
Major League Baseball announced on Wednesday that Boston Red Sox starter Steven Wright has been suspended 80 games after testing positive for Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 2 (GHRP-2). This is the second time in Wright’s career that he has been … Continue reading Steven Wright Suspended 80 Games for Failed PED Test (Giuseppe)
Doubleday Double Talk MLB Season Predictions 2019 (Daryll and Giuseppe)
Similar to last year, all 30 Major League Baseball teams will play on Opening Day, with the day being on March 28 this season, making it the earliest Opening Day in MLB history. With the season rapidly approaching, it is … Continue reading Doubleday Double Talk MLB Season Predictions 2019 (Daryll and Giuseppe)
Why the Angels Need to Extend Trout Now (Giuseppe)
The greatest player to ever wear a Los Angeles Angels jersey will become a free agent in 2020 and with his impending free agency looming, the Angels’ window is closing to extend the once-in-a-generation talent. Mike Trout’s greatness over the … Continue reading Why the Angels Need to Extend Trout Now (Giuseppe)
Analyzing the Contracts of Manny Machado, Bryce Harper, and Nolan Arenado (Daryll)
Major League Baseball teams promised 3 players a lot of money over the past two weeks. First, Manny Machado broke the winter free agency thaw with a surprise 10 year deal worth $300M with the Padres. That helped set the … Continue reading Analyzing the Contracts of Manny Machado, Bryce Harper, and Nolan Arenado (Daryll)
Bryce Harper Signs Record Breaking Deal With Philadelphia Phillies (Giuseppe)
The Philadelphia Phillies finally delivered on their promise to their fans on Thursday by signing Bryce Harper to the largest contract in the history of professional sports in terms of total value with a 13-year, $330 Million deal that includes … Continue reading Bryce Harper Signs Record Breaking Deal With Philadelphia Phillies (Giuseppe)
Minnesota Twins Sign Marwin Gonzalez (Giuseppe)
Marwin Gonzalez and the Minnesota Twins officially came to a deal on Monday that will pay the former World Champion $21 Million over the course of the next two years. Gonzalez had a forgettable season in 2018, hitting a .247/.324/.409 … Continue reading Minnesota Twins Sign Marwin Gonzalez (Giuseppe)
San Diego Padres Sign Manny Machado: What Now? (Daryll)
One of the biggest free agents on the market – Manny Machado – has reportedly agreed to a 10-year, $300M deal with the San Diego Padres as first reported by Jeff Passan. This ends a long saga that saw the … Continue reading San Diego Padres Sign Manny Machado: What Now? (Daryll)
Why We Care About Statistics (Daryll)
Right now, baseball is undergoing some serious soul searching about ways to change the fundamental nature of the game itself to make it more appealing. We are asking questions about speeding things up between innings, after pitches, during at-bats, even … Continue reading Why We Care About Statistics (Daryll)
Ruining Pitchers and Catchers Report Day (Daryll)
Today the Oakland A’s are the first MLB team to have their pitchers and catchers report for Spring Training. Normally by now, we know where all the big free agents have gone and which teams might be the “surprise” team … Continue reading Ruining Pitchers and Catchers Report Day (Daryll)
Philadelphia Phillies Acquire J.T. Realmuto (Giuseppe)
The best catcher in Major League Baseball has finally escaped from the pit of misery. The Philadelphia Phillies and the Miami Marlins struck a deal on Thursday that will send star catcher J.T. Realmuto to Philadelphia in return for catcher Jorge Alfaro, pitching prospects … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies Acquire J.T. Realmuto (Giuseppe)
SU(b)PAR Bowl (Daryll)
Last Sunday the world watched the New England Patriots win their 6th Super Bowl in 18 seasons, as Tom Brady became the first NFL player to win 6 Super Bowls. It was quite an accomplishment to be sure – but … Continue reading SU(b)PAR Bowl (Daryll)
What is a Good Catcher like J.T. Realmuto Worth? (Daryll)
The hottest two catchers in the Major League Baseball market this off-season were Yasmani Grandal and J.T. Realmuto. Yet as statistics help redefine what we perceive as valuable in baseball, it does beg the question just what we value in … Continue reading What is a Good Catcher like J.T. Realmuto Worth? (Daryll)
What Really is a Lifetime Suspension Major League Baseball? (Giuseppe)
Relief pitcher Jenrry Mejia became the first Major League Baseball player to ever be banned for life as a result of steroid use on February 12, 2016, when the league announced that he had failed his third drug test in the course … Continue reading What Really is a Lifetime Suspension Major League Baseball? (Giuseppe)
In Search of a Shortstop (Daryll)
A “Wanted” sign floats in the wind, maneuvering itself in and out of the offices of Major League Baseball agents who represent shortstops. Occasionally the poster is grabbed and held up to the light: “Wanted: Shortstop for the San Diego … Continue reading In Search of a Shortstop (Daryll)
What Good Are Prospects? (Daryll)
The 2019 MLB Top 100 Prospect List came out this week, and that is great news for fans of teams looking towards tomorrow. Teams like the Padres who have 10 players on the list and the White Sox point to … Continue reading What Good Are Prospects? (Daryll)
Roy Halladay Elected to MLB Hall of Fame (Daryll)
In his first year of eligibility Roy Halladay was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame last week. Sadly Roy will not be able to attend in person as he passed away in a plane crash in November of 2017. … Continue reading Roy Halladay Elected to MLB Hall of Fame (Daryll)
Los Angeles Dodgers Sign A.J. Pollock (Giuseppe)
The Los Angeles Dodgers signed All-Star outfielder A.J. Pollock to a four-year, $55 million deal. The deal includes an opt-out after the third year in the event that he reaches a set number of plate appearances. Additionally, if Pollock does … Continue reading Los Angeles Dodgers Sign A.J. Pollock (Giuseppe)
Mike Mussina Elected to Hall of Fame (Giuseppe)
In addition to Mariano Rivera, Roy Halladay, Harold Baines, Lee Smith, and Edgar Martinez, starting pitcher Mike Mussina was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019 and will now have his name etched in baseball immortality after … Continue reading Mike Mussina Elected to Hall of Fame (Giuseppe)
Seattle’s Finest: Edgar Martinez Elected into HOF (Daryll)
Who says the era of one team players is coming to an end? After Chipper Jones was elected last year, this year we see both Mariano Rivera and Edgar Martinez elected into the Hall of Fame. This was the final … Continue reading Seattle’s Finest: Edgar Martinez Elected into HOF (Daryll)
Mariano Rivera Becomes Baseball’s First Unanimous Hall of Famer (Giuseppe)
Very few players in Major League Baseball history can say that they were undeniably the best at their position, but Mariano Rivera is surely one of them. The greatest closer to ever step foot on a baseball field has not … Continue reading Mariano Rivera Becomes Baseball’s First Unanimous Hall of Famer (Giuseppe)
Top 7 MLB Rookies to Watch in 2019 (Giuseppe)
Last year I gave my picks for who I believed would be the top seven rookies to watch in the 2018 season including my American League and National League Rookie of the Year predictions which both turned out to be … Continue reading Top 7 MLB Rookies to Watch in 2019 (Giuseppe)
Los Angeles Angels Sign Cody Allen (Giuseppe)
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim now know who their closer will be in the 2019 season after signing former Cleveland Indians’ closer Cody Allen to a one-year, $8.5 Million deal on Sunday. The deal also presents the opportunity of … Continue reading Los Angeles Angels Sign Cody Allen (Giuseppe)
New York Yankees Sign Adam Ottavino (Giuseppe)
If there was any question before as to who has the best bullpen in baseball, the Yankees just settled the debate by signing All-Star reliever Adam Ottavino to a three-year, $27 Million deal on Thursday. The former Rockie will be … Continue reading New York Yankees Sign Adam Ottavino (Giuseppe)
Kyler Murray Declares for Draft – Good for Baseball? (Daryll)
The Oakland Athletics drafted Kyler Murray with the 1st round, 9th pick in the 2018 Major League Baseball draft. They were excited. Murray could have been drafted in the first round three years ago but wanted to go to college … Continue reading Kyler Murray Declares for Draft – Good for Baseball? (Daryll)
Baseball Still Waiting on Bryce Harper and Manny Machado (Daryll)
It is now just about a month away from pitchers and catchers reporting to Spring Training – and the world waits to find out who Manny Machado and Bryce Harper will be signing with. Yet unlike last season when free … Continue reading Baseball Still Waiting on Bryce Harper and Manny Machado (Daryll)
Yankees Sign LeMahieu – Still Room for Machado? (Daryll)
The Yankees have added again to their infield depth, adding former Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu. They signed him to a 2 year deal for $24M according to multiple reports and first by Jon Heyman. Many in the media have … Continue reading Yankees Sign LeMahieu – Still Room for Machado? (Daryll)
New York Mets Sign Jed Lowrie (Giuseppe)
The New York Mets made yet another fantastic deal to continue their incredible offseason on Friday by signing former Oakland A’s’ second baseman Jed Lowrie to a two-year, $20 Million deal. jed Lowrie was given his first career All-Star nod … Continue reading New York Mets Sign Jed Lowrie (Giuseppe)
Washington Nationals Sign Brian Dozier (Giuseppe)
The Washington Nationals continued to win the year’s offseason on Thursday by signing former Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Brian Dozier to a one-year, $9 Million deal. Brian Dozier was an All-Star in 2015 and won a Gold Glove in … Continue reading Washington Nationals Sign Brian Dozier (Giuseppe)
Milwaukee Brewers Sign Yasmani Grandal (Giuseppe)
The Milwaukee Brewers signed free-agent and former Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal to a one-year deal worth $18.25 million. The deal is pending a physical. Grandal kicked of his free agency by rejected the Dodgers’ $17.9 million qualifying offer … Continue reading Milwaukee Brewers Sign Yasmani Grandal (Giuseppe)
Texas Rangers Sign Shelby Miller (Giuseppe)
The Texas Rangers and pitcher Shelby Miller agreed to a one-year contract on Wednesday. Miller will reportedly earn a $2 million salary with the potential for an added $3 million through performance bonuses, making the deal potentially worth $5 Million. Miller has … Continue reading Texas Rangers Sign Shelby Miller (Giuseppe)
Chicago White Sox Sign Kelvin Herrera (Giuseppe)
The Chicago White Sox signed Kelvin Herrera to a two-year, $18 Million deal that includes a vesting option for a third year on Monday. Herrera played 2018 with the Kansas City Royals and the Washington Nationals, posting a 2-3 record … Continue reading Chicago White Sox Sign Kelvin Herrera (Giuseppe)
Minnesota Twins Sign Blake Parker (Giuseppe)
After being non-tendered by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at the end of November, Blake Parker has now found work with the Minnesota Twins after signing a deal on Monday that is, according to Jeff Passan, worth “slightly more … Continue reading Minnesota Twins Sign Blake Parker (Giuseppe)
What the Short Start Means for Bullpens
Bob Gibson. Nolan Ryan. Roger Clemens. Jack Morris. Randy Johnson. Madison Bumgarner. These are pitchers who are men. Who fight, push, and claw their way to a victory for their team. Fireballers who don’t just pitch, but inspire and carry … Continue reading What the Short Start Means for Bullpens
New York Mets Acquire Keon Broxton (Giuseppe)
The New York Mets and the Milwaukee Brewers struck a deal on Saturday that will send reliever Bobby Wahl, pitching prospect Adam Hill, and infield prospect Felix Valerio to Milwaukee with the Mets receiving outfielder Keon Broxton in return. Broxton … Continue reading New York Mets Acquire Keon Broxton (Giuseppe)
Philadelphia Phillies Sign David Robertson (Giuseppe)
The Philadelphia Phillies signed former Yankees reliever David Robertson to a two-year, $23 million deal on Thursday. The deal will pay Robertson a total of $10 million in 2019 and $11 million in 2020. The deal also includes a $12 million club … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies Sign David Robertson (Giuseppe)
New York Yankees Sign Troy Tulowitzki (Giuseppe)
Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki will be packing his bags for New York after signing a deal with the Yankees on Tuesday. The Yankees will pay Tulowitzki the league minimum while the Blue Jays are still on the hook for his previous … Continue reading New York Yankees Sign Troy Tulowitzki (Giuseppe)
Seattle Mariners Sign Yusei Kikuchi (Giuseppe)
Japanese left-hander Yusei Kikuchi agreed to a deal that will send him to the rebuilding Seattle Mariners on Monday. Jon Heyman reported that the deal was for a three-year contract with a player option for 2022. This option could be … Continue reading Seattle Mariners Sign Yusei Kikuchi (Giuseppe)
DDDT Looks Back on 2018
Soon 2018 will be just a memory. The answer to the trivia question “What year did Shohei Ohtani make his rookie debut?”. Before then though, we look back on the 5 most popular articles published on DoubleDay Double Talk. Giuseppe … Continue reading DDDT Looks Back on 2018
