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My thoughts on the Dodgers and what is "Bad for Baseball"
Debunking the arguments and common fan sentiment that the Dodgers flexing their financial muscle is bad for the overall health of the game.
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Michael McDermott
The opt-out clause has become popular with Boras clients
Investigating recent results of player opt-outs for Scott Boras clients who hit the market after declining a qualifying offer.
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D-backs unique advantages lands another marquee free agent pitcher
The extra benefits afforded to a contending Diamondbacks club lands them the top pitcher in free agency.
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D-backs must leverage rotation surplus to strengthen lineup long-term
With too many starters on the roster and pressing needs to address, the Diamondbacks should explore a trade to bolster their lineup for 2025.
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Pavin Smith could be the Diamondbacks answer at first base all along
The former top pick started putting things together at the plate at the end of the 2024 season.
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Diamondbacks reportedly interested in re-signing Joc Pederson
After putting together an impressive season in 2024, the Diamondbacks are interested in bringing back the left-handed half of their DH platoon.
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Josh Naylor could be a one-year stopgap at first base
Naylor makes sense as a rental for first base should they be unable to land a controllable player in the trade market.
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Michael McDermott
Kyle Finnegan could fill Diamondbacks closer role on a budget
The formerly non-tendered reliever could give the Diamondbacks some stability in the back of their bullpen if they can fix his issues.
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Ryan Mountcastle could be Diamondbacks ideal trade candidate at first base
With a solid track record and still plenty of upside left to unlock, the Diamondbacks could take a chance on the Orioles first baseman in the trade…
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Michael McDermott
Could the Diamondbacks try to sell high on Jake McCarthy?
Following a strong 2024 campaign, the Diamondbacks could look to trade one of their starting outfielders to help bolster the roster.
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Non-tendered players that could fit the Diamondbacks
Four players who were non-tendered by their clubs who make an interesting fit on the 2025 Diamondbacks
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How Tim Tawa earned a 40-man roster spot
Breaking down his batted ball data from Tawa's end of season stint with Triple-A Reno.
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