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From a dynasty carrying on in New England to another being interrupted in Oakland, the year in sports had plenty of ups and downs. The NBA title headed farther north than ever, a long overdue date with the Stanley Cup was made in St.
The 25 biggest MLB stories of the 2010s
Some amazing players made their debuts, while others had the signature moments of their already legendary careers. It was a busy decade for the national pastime; here’s a look at the signature events that defined it.
The 25 best MLB teams from the 2010s
The 2010s were an ultra-competitive decade in baseball, with no definitive dynasty. No team won consecutive titles, and five World Series went the full seven games. Because of this parity, it is a task to determine the 25 best teams of the decade...
The MLB 2010s All-Decade team
The second decade of the 'aughts' is in the books, making it a prime time to look back at the players who defined it in Major League Baseball.
25 greatest underdog moments in MLB postseason history
From the 1906 "Hitless Wonders" to the 2016 Cubs, here are moments that stunned and surprised during Major League Baseball's postseason
The top five postseason performances for each MLB playoff team
When it comes to Major League Baseball history, more often than not, legends are made in October. Whether it be a singular play or an unforgettable series, forever is etched in what happens along the path to capturing the pennant.
Great MLB players who struggled in the postseason
For every Derek Jeter, Reggie Jackson, Madison Bumgarner or Jack Morris, there are a handful of greats throughout MLB history whose regular-season light fails to shine in October.
The best rookie season for each MLB franchise
In recent years, it has become an annual event to have an eye-popping rookie emerge on the MLB scene. From Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger shattering home
Baseball's best, worst and weirdest nicknames
Throughout the long history of baseball, there has been no shortage of nicknames that have graced the game. From fitting tributes to all-time greats, to those with odd (and sometimes cruel) origins, there are hundreds of great ones to choose from.
Key weakness for prime Major League Baseball contenders
The Yankees, Twins, Indians, Astros, Braves, Dodgers and Nationals have a clear path to the postseason. But each has a weakness, Matt Whitener writes.
Best second-half MLB teams of wild-card era
With a 34-35 record at the All-Star break, the ’95 Mariners were in last place. Then they turned it on in the second half to win the American League West. Let's examine terrific second-half performances.
The signature moments from the 2019 Hall of Fame Class
The 2019 Baseball Hall of Fame class is no exception to this, as these six former players have been responsible for many of the most enduring marks in MLB history. Here is a look at five of the defining moments in the careers of Harold Baines, Roy Halladay, Edgar Martinez, Mike Mussina, Mariano Rivera and Lee Smith.
Stargazing: A Baseball Hall of Fame crystal ball
Here are major leaguers with three or fewer service years, minor leaguers, collegiate and high school stars and international prospects with superior skills. Could Cooperstown be in their distant future?
The 30 best second-half performances in MLB history
Here is a look at the greatest second-half performances in MLB history, including the mark that many of them stamped on the history of the game.
Yardbarker's Ultimate MLB Hall of Fame tiers
What active Major League Baseball players are Hall of Fame worthy? That's the question we posed to Yardbarker editors and writers, and boy did we have some spirited debates.
Why Yankees' CC Sabathia is first-ballot Hall of Famer
CC Sabathia contemporaries Clayton Kershaw, Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander are more celebrated. But when it comes to consistency, few can approach Sabathia over the past three decades, Matt Whitener writes.
The most obscure MLB All-Stars of the last 20 years
With the 2019 MLB All-Star Game quickly approaching, it is a fine time to look back at the most obscure All-Star from each team over the past 20 years.
The worst contract on every MLB team
Baseball is being more careful than ever with its money. This has drawn the ire of fans and players alike and could play a major part in financial reform during the sport’s upcoming labor negotiations.
The top prospect of the decade for each MLB team
With the 2019 MLB Amateur Draft now in the rear view, a brand new crop of potential future top prospects have officially begun their journey toward the major leagues.
The most notable record associated with every MLB team
What is the greatest feat tied to each MLB team? Some rank among the greatest and most legendary marks in MLB history, while others are lesser-known yet still impressive, team-specific accomplishments.
Ranking the hype around every NBA No. 1 draft pick
The buzz around Zion Williamson has hit historic levels and is preparing to boil over as the NBA Draft draws near. But how does the buildup around the former Duke phenom stack up to the pre-draft hype around No. 1 picks of the past?
Bank on it: Six major-league players worthy of big-money extensions
Milwaukee strikeout machine Josh Hader and San Diego rookie shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. could be among six players in line for extensions, Matt Whitener writes.
Hot and cold MLB starts: Believe it or not?
"Beware of small sample sizes" is he standard-issue call to arms early in the Major League Baseball marathon, and for good reason. Often the showings of the early spring are a far cry from the picture that is painted by midsummer, let alone the fall.
The best MLB players at every age
Who is the best player in baseball today, at every active age? Considering the top prospects in the game as well, there has been a player who suited up last season who was born from 2001 all the way back to 1973.
