Matthew Kory
The Cubs, White Sox, Red Sox, Padres, And The Perils Of Going For It
The teams that made the most noise in the offseason are not doing so well thus far. Some of their futures look better than others. But also: that's baseball.
Carter Capps Might Be Too Weird For Major League Baseball
No one in baseball pitches the way Carter Capps does, and few relievers have pitched as well. But his bizarre leaping motion might be too weird to be legal.
Kris Bryant Is Seriously Ridiculous, And Probably The Future
Kris Bryant is sometimes spectacular, if also a whiff-prone 23-year-old rookie. But when he's right, he's already like any other slugger in the sport. It's good.
What If The Arizona Diamondbacks Have A Plan?
The Arizona Diamondbacks effectively sold one of their top pitching prospects to Atlanta, and got killed for it. It doesn't look smart. But maybe it's not that dumb?
Prince Fielder Is Hitting (And Bellyflopping) Like Prince Fielder Again
A year ago, Prince Fielder needed neck surgery and his future was in doubt. Today, Fielder's slugging (and falling down in funny ways) like himself again.
The Boston Red Sox Might Actually Be This Bad
The Red Sox have been outscored by 60 runs over their first 64 games and have lost six straight. They're probably not that bad. But they might somehow be close.
David Ortiz And The End
Last year, David Ortiz had one of the best seasons a 38-year-old has ever had. This year, he's been hopeless. He's looked finished before, but is this the end?
Paul Goldschmidt Might Really Be This Good
Paul Goldschmidt has been good in the past, but over the past two months he's been better than just about anyone in the National League. Where did this come from?
What's The Matter With Robinson Cano?
Robinson Cano may forever be known as the guy with the 10-year, $240 million contract. If he's going to make good on that deal, he needs to turn things around.
David Wright's Bad Back, The Mets' Bad Luck, And Business As Usual
David Wright has spinal stenosis, which could end his career. In a Mets season that began with uncharacteristic hope, it all feels drearily familiar.
Mike Napoli and the Mystery of the Hot Streak
Mike Napoli was one of the worst hitters in baseball, until he turned into one of the best. Hot streaks are like that, but Mike Napoli is still Mike Napoli.
Alex Hassan and the Prisoners of Baseball Limbo
Alex Hassan is one of the 1,200 best baseball players alive. The problem is that life around 1,200 means constant churn, professional limbo, and uncertainty.