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David Hill

Based in the mountains of Vermont, Dave has over a decade of experience writing about all things baseball. Just don't ask his thoughts on the universal DH.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Oakland A's twist the knife in their fan base

The Oakland A's were supposed to be the team that stayed.

Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo finally healthy again

The 2023 season changed in an instant for New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo. It sounds like he's ready to put it behind him.

James Wood making his case for Nationals' Opening Day roster

Washington Nationals prospect James Wood is not wasting any time in spring training.

MLB free agency has a Scott Boras problem

Major League Baseball has a problem, and one man is the cause.

Padres star wants top prospect on Opening Day roster

As the saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. One Padres prospect has exemplified that saying. 

Fanatics 'dropped the ball' on jersey of Mariners' Michael Chavis

The new Fanatics uniforms have not gotten strong approval from MLB players.

Angels need to move on from Anthony Rendon

Questions about Rendon's commitment to the Angels got worse on Monday. 

Surprise team could pivot to free-agent ace Blake Snell

Could the Philadelphia Phillies be a player for Blake Snell? It depends.

New York Mets slugger putting his power to good cause

Alonso has been one of the best power hitters in the game since making his major-league debut in 2019. Now he is looking to do more with his homers than help the Mets win games.

Byron Buxton key to Minnesota Twins' 2024 hopes

The Minnesota Twins may be even more ecstatic than Buxton that he's finally healthy.

Stephen Strasburg spring training locker a sad reminder

This locker was not supposed to be there.

Three-time All-Star reliever to make decision on future by Thursday

If a team wants to add Liam Hendriks and oversee his recovery from Tommy John surgery, it will need to act fast.

Why veteran slugger is perfect match for Mets

Now that Jorge Soler has signed with the Giants, J.D. Martinez is the best power bat still available. Martinez had a resurgent showing in his one year with the Dodgers.

Jorge Soler provides much-needed power for Giants

Jorge Soler and the San Francisco Giants had been linked for much of the offseason.

One NL West team reportedly still in on Matt Chapman

The third baseman is one of the top remaining free agents.

Ozzie Guillen deserves another chance as a MLB manager

Over a decade has passed since Guillen managed in the majors.

MLB being hypocritical with former Mets GM Billy Eppler

 Major League Baseball has finally dropped the hammer on former Mets GM Billy Eppler. 

Three potential landing spots for Jordan Montgomery

Jordan Montgomery has made a name for himself over the past two years, but remains unsigned.

Clayton Kershaw defining legacy by staying with Dodgers

 Clayton Kershaw really did not have that difficult of a decision.

Potential landing spots for Cody Bellinger

Cody Bellinger picked a perfect time for a comeback season.

Three players who could be extended next by the Royals

The Royals need to find other pieces for their present and future core. Witt may be the first domino to drop - here are three other candidates that the Royals could extend.

Potential landing spots for Blake Snell

Where will Blake Snell sign? Let's take a look at three possibilities.

Yankees need Blake Snell to counter Orioles blockbuster

The Orioles have to be considered the favorites in the AL East, a sentiment echoed by Jon Heyman. This is also a message that the Yankees need to respond to.

What Aroldis Chapman brings to the Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates have quietly upgraded their roster.

Three potential landing spots for Matt Chapman

Several teams need help at third and Matt Chapman is the top available option.