Mark Simon (he/him)
@marksimon.bsky.social
Editorial at Sports Info Solutions
Host: The Journalism Salute pod.link/journalismsalute
Formerly, ESPN, Baseball Tonight.
Mets notes writer. Wrote "The Yankees Index" book.
Play-by-Play: Muhlenberg/DeSales
Creator- A Lasting Legacy documentary
Host: The Journalism Salute pod.link/journalismsalute
Formerly, ESPN, Baseball Tonight.
Mets notes writer. Wrote "The Yankees Index" book.
Play-by-Play: Muhlenberg/DeSales
Creator- A Lasting Legacy documentary
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The Journalism Salute
The Journalism Salute is a journalism appreciation podcast. We interview working journalists about who they are and what they do.Our aim is to have diverse guests, thoughtful questions, and interestin...
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Hello people. I suppose I shall be here some now.
For those unfamiliar, I'm Mark. I like baseball, the New York Rangers, Seinfeld, Peanuts comics, documentaries, thoughtful-stand up comedy, good writing & Division III sports.
Also, once a week I interview a journalist - pod.link/journalismsalute
For those unfamiliar, I'm Mark. I like baseball, the New York Rangers, Seinfeld, Peanuts comics, documentaries, thoughtful-stand up comedy, good writing & Division III sports.
Also, once a week I interview a journalist - pod.link/journalismsalute
Sometimes in sports you run out of miracles.
Great finish to that one.
Great finish to that one.
January 19, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Sometimes in sports you run out of miracles.
Great finish to that one.
Great finish to that one.
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4 players age 35 or older caught 50+ games last season
Salvador Perez
Kyle Higashioka
Travis d'Arnaud
Martín Maldonado
They combined for 1.5 bWAR
Realmuto has caught 133, 99, and 132 games the last 3 seasons.
He turns 35 in March
Salvador Perez
Kyle Higashioka
Travis d'Arnaud
Martín Maldonado
They combined for 1.5 bWAR
Realmuto has caught 133, 99, and 132 games the last 3 seasons.
He turns 35 in March
Hours after Bo Bichette slipped away, the Phillies chose the path of least resistance. J.T. Realmuto is coming back on a three-year, $45 million deal. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
Phillies to re-sign J.T. Realmuto to 3-year deal after missing out on Bo Bichette: Sources
Realmuto was the best-available catcher in free agency, but he'll turn 35 in March and is coming off one of his worst offensive seasons.
www.nytimes.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:55 PM
4 players age 35 or older caught 50+ games last season
Salvador Perez
Kyle Higashioka
Travis d'Arnaud
Martín Maldonado
They combined for 1.5 bWAR
Realmuto has caught 133, 99, and 132 games the last 3 seasons.
He turns 35 in March
Salvador Perez
Kyle Higashioka
Travis d'Arnaud
Martín Maldonado
They combined for 1.5 bWAR
Realmuto has caught 133, 99, and 132 games the last 3 seasons.
He turns 35 in March
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RE: Bo Bichette
We looked at the shortstop to third base transition a few years ago
At the time we did it, our sample size was 12
7 guys did better defensively going SS to 3B
5 did worse
Like much of life, it could go either way
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2022/12/22/m...
We looked at the shortstop to third base transition a few years ago
At the time we did it, our sample size was 12
7 guys did better defensively going SS to 3B
5 did worse
Like much of life, it could go either way
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2022/12/22/m...
Meet Me At The (Hot) Corner
A look at transitions from shortstop to third base and the challenges that come into play with the switch.
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:14 PM
RE: Bo Bichette
We looked at the shortstop to third base transition a few years ago
At the time we did it, our sample size was 12
7 guys did better defensively going SS to 3B
5 did worse
Like much of life, it could go either way
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2022/12/22/m...
We looked at the shortstop to third base transition a few years ago
At the time we did it, our sample size was 12
7 guys did better defensively going SS to 3B
5 did worse
Like much of life, it could go either way
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2022/12/22/m...
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Have you been looking to read @marksimon.bsky.social's Journalism Salute interview about Equal Access Public Media and our founder instead of listen? It's here!
journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/p/new-interv...
journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/p/new-interv...
New interview: Stacy Kess Wants More Accessibility For Everyone
She started a non-profit, Equal Access Public Media, and shared the goals of the organization
journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
January 15, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Have you been looking to read @marksimon.bsky.social's Journalism Salute interview about Equal Access Public Media and our founder instead of listen? It's here!
journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/p/new-interv...
journalismsalute.beehiiv.com/p/new-interv...
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Stat of the Week:
We teach each team's best player's Defensive Runs Saved total at each position and sum them up to see which team would do best.
Kind of a 'best ball' competition for defense spanning 2003-2025
From the #1 Cardinals to #30 Marlins ...
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/15/s...
We teach each team's best player's Defensive Runs Saved total at each position and sum them up to see which team would do best.
Kind of a 'best ball' competition for defense spanning 2003-2025
From the #1 Cardinals to #30 Marlins ...
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/15/s...
Stat of the Week: Which Team Can Put Out The Best Defensive 9-Man Group?
It’s January, which is always the time when you see articles considering a team’s all-time performance or some other aspect of franchise history (best free agent signings is a common one).
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Stat of the Week:
We teach each team's best player's Defensive Runs Saved total at each position and sum them up to see which team would do best.
Kind of a 'best ball' competition for defense spanning 2003-2025
From the #1 Cardinals to #30 Marlins ...
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/15/s...
We teach each team's best player's Defensive Runs Saved total at each position and sum them up to see which team would do best.
Kind of a 'best ball' competition for defense spanning 2003-2025
From the #1 Cardinals to #30 Marlins ...
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/15/s...
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Get up close and personal with Equal Access Public Media as @marksimon.bsky.social, host of The Journalism Salute, interviews @stacykess.bsky.social.
Find your favorite way to listen using @pod.link.
Find your favorite way to listen using @pod.link.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Get up close and personal with Equal Access Public Media as @marksimon.bsky.social, host of The Journalism Salute, interviews @stacykess.bsky.social.
Find your favorite way to listen using @pod.link.
Find your favorite way to listen using @pod.link.
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Just how good is Nolan Arenado defensively right now?
@marksimon.bsky.social has the numbers
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/13/h...
@marksimon.bsky.social has the numbers
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/13/h...
How Good Is Nolan Arenado Defensively Right Now?
He’s still pretty good for a guy who turns 35 in April but he’s a bit removed from his defensive prime…
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
January 13, 2026 at 8:18 PM
Just how good is Nolan Arenado defensively right now?
@marksimon.bsky.social has the numbers
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/13/h...
@marksimon.bsky.social has the numbers
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/13/h...
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Nolan Arenado - Defensive Runs Saved, last 5 seasons
9, 20, 0, 6, 6
He's still good. But he's not what he once was.
However ...
Diamondbacks have not finished a season with a positive Defensive Runs Saved total at 3rd base since 2019!
9, 20, 0, 6, 6
He's still good. But he's not what he once was.
However ...
Diamondbacks have not finished a season with a positive Defensive Runs Saved total at 3rd base since 2019!
January 13, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Nolan Arenado - Defensive Runs Saved, last 5 seasons
9, 20, 0, 6, 6
He's still good. But he's not what he once was.
However ...
Diamondbacks have not finished a season with a positive Defensive Runs Saved total at 3rd base since 2019!
9, 20, 0, 6, 6
He's still good. But he's not what he once was.
However ...
Diamondbacks have not finished a season with a positive Defensive Runs Saved total at 3rd base since 2019!
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New journalist interview: Stacy Kess (@stacykess.bsky.social) of Equal Access Public Media (@equalaccesspublicmedia.org)
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
January 13, 2026 at 4:10 AM
New journalist interview: Stacy Kess (@stacykess.bsky.social) of Equal Access Public Media (@equalaccesspublicmedia.org)
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
New journalist interview: Stacy Kess (@stacykess.bsky.social) of Equal Access Public Media (@equalaccesspublicmedia.org)
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
January 13, 2026 at 4:10 AM
New journalist interview: Stacy Kess (@stacykess.bsky.social) of Equal Access Public Media (@equalaccesspublicmedia.org)
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
We talk accessibility - what more can be done and what her group is trying to accomplish
And this great quote on why journalism is a calling
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...
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Periodic reminder that I have a weekly podcast on which I interview journalists about their work and careers.
The podcast has a diverse guest list - more than 60% women and 50% people of color. Journalists from all 50 states
LISTEN: tinyurl.com/yu289v7t
NEWSLETTER: journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
The podcast has a diverse guest list - more than 60% women and 50% people of color. Journalists from all 50 states
LISTEN: tinyurl.com/yu289v7t
NEWSLETTER: journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
The Journalism Salute
Documentary Podcast · Updated Weekly · The Journalism Salute is a journalism appreciation podcast. We interview working journalists about who they are and what they do.
Our aim is to have diverse gues...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Periodic reminder that I have a weekly podcast on which I interview journalists about their work and careers.
The podcast has a diverse guest list - more than 60% women and 50% people of color. Journalists from all 50 states
LISTEN: tinyurl.com/yu289v7t
NEWSLETTER: journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
The podcast has a diverse guest list - more than 60% women and 50% people of color. Journalists from all 50 states
LISTEN: tinyurl.com/yu289v7t
NEWSLETTER: journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
A little thing in their banter here that I feel strongly about. @megrowler.fangraphs.com said she regrets not taking Spanish in college.
Me too!!
If you want to work in baseball, I strongly recommend doing what you can to be at least minimally bilingual
Me too!!
If you want to work in baseball, I strongly recommend doing what you can to be at least minimally bilingual
Effectively Wild Episode 2424: The Perfect Fits for Free Agents blogs.fangraphs.com/effectively-...
Effectively Wild Episode 2424: The Perfect Fits for Free Agents
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about how the on-ramp for learning about sports analytics has changed since they were students, follow up on players who unretired after becoming coaches, break down...
blogs.fangraphs.com
January 9, 2026 at 4:40 PM
A little thing in their banter here that I feel strongly about. @megrowler.fangraphs.com said she regrets not taking Spanish in college.
Me too!!
If you want to work in baseball, I strongly recommend doing what you can to be at least minimally bilingual
Me too!!
If you want to work in baseball, I strongly recommend doing what you can to be at least minimally bilingual
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well, @davyandrewsdavy.bsky.social wrote a perfect blog
January 8, 2026 at 7:46 PM
well, @davyandrewsdavy.bsky.social wrote a perfect blog
Stat of the Week
Made a list of New Year's resolutions for players and teams
But I didn't pick superstars. Instead, I focused on good/ everyday players, like Joey Ortiz and CJ Abrams, pitcher Nick Martinez, as well as 3 teams (Twins, Marlins, Phillies)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/08/s...
Made a list of New Year's resolutions for players and teams
But I didn't pick superstars. Instead, I focused on good/ everyday players, like Joey Ortiz and CJ Abrams, pitcher Nick Martinez, as well as 3 teams (Twins, Marlins, Phillies)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/08/s...
Stat of the Week: New Year’s Resolutions
Some players and teams have pretty obvious points of focus in looking ahead to 2026…
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
January 8, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Stat of the Week
Made a list of New Year's resolutions for players and teams
But I didn't pick superstars. Instead, I focused on good/ everyday players, like Joey Ortiz and CJ Abrams, pitcher Nick Martinez, as well as 3 teams (Twins, Marlins, Phillies)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/08/s...
Made a list of New Year's resolutions for players and teams
But I didn't pick superstars. Instead, I focused on good/ everyday players, like Joey Ortiz and CJ Abrams, pitcher Nick Martinez, as well as 3 teams (Twins, Marlins, Phillies)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2026/01/08/s...
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Chase Utley has gotten 26 of 30 votes from first-time Hall of Fame voters this year.
We made the case for Utley last year and his Defensive Runs Saved (2nd among 2nd basemen) were a big part of that
read @marksimon.bsky.social (who votes next year)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/01/02/s...
We made the case for Utley last year and his Defensive Runs Saved (2nd among 2nd basemen) were a big part of that
read @marksimon.bsky.social (who votes next year)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/01/02/s...
January 6, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Chase Utley has gotten 26 of 30 votes from first-time Hall of Fame voters this year.
We made the case for Utley last year and his Defensive Runs Saved (2nd among 2nd basemen) were a big part of that
read @marksimon.bsky.social (who votes next year)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/01/02/s...
We made the case for Utley last year and his Defensive Runs Saved (2nd among 2nd basemen) were a big part of that
read @marksimon.bsky.social (who votes next year)
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/01/02/s...
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New year, new website design!
We've remodeled our website to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for, whether it's information about our business, our consumer offerings, our research & content, or anything else
Check it out on your computer or mobile device sportsinfosolutions.com
We've remodeled our website to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for, whether it's information about our business, our consumer offerings, our research & content, or anything else
Check it out on your computer or mobile device sportsinfosolutions.com
January 5, 2026 at 2:49 PM
New year, new website design!
We've remodeled our website to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for, whether it's information about our business, our consumer offerings, our research & content, or anything else
Check it out on your computer or mobile device sportsinfosolutions.com
We've remodeled our website to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for, whether it's information about our business, our consumer offerings, our research & content, or anything else
Check it out on your computer or mobile device sportsinfosolutions.com
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New journalist interview: David Covucci, @foiaball.com
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
January 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM
New journalist interview: David Covucci, @foiaball.com
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
New journalist interview: David Covucci, @foiaball.com
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
January 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM
New journalist interview: David Covucci, @foiaball.com
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
For the college football fans, the investigative journalists, and those looking to find their niche
We talk investigative reporting on everything from alleged tax fraud to how much schools spend on balloons & bundt cake
tinyurl.com/foiaball
I have a newsletter. It's about journalism, not sports.
I recap the weekly interviews I do with journalists.
I've interviewed more than 250 - a diverse group in so many ways.
You can find it at journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
All issues are free to read - and it's free to subscribe.
Try us!
I recap the weekly interviews I do with journalists.
I've interviewed more than 250 - a diverse group in so many ways.
You can find it at journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
All issues are free to read - and it's free to subscribe.
Try us!
The Journalism Salute Newsletter
A newsletter providing updates on The Journalism Salute podcast
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January 5, 2026 at 12:34 AM
I have a newsletter. It's about journalism, not sports.
I recap the weekly interviews I do with journalists.
I've interviewed more than 250 - a diverse group in so many ways.
You can find it at journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
All issues are free to read - and it's free to subscribe.
Try us!
I recap the weekly interviews I do with journalists.
I've interviewed more than 250 - a diverse group in so many ways.
You can find it at journalismsalute.beehiiv.com
All issues are free to read - and it's free to subscribe.
Try us!
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Our annual year-end awards!
What category did Riley Greene lead the majors in? How about Fernando Tatis Jr., Bryson Stott, Joey Ortiz, Alex Bregman, and Matthew Boyd?
read from @marksimon.bsky.social to find out
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/31/s...
What category did Riley Greene lead the majors in? How about Fernando Tatis Jr., Bryson Stott, Joey Ortiz, Alex Bregman, and Matthew Boyd?
read from @marksimon.bsky.social to find out
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/31/s...
Stat of the Week: Our Year-End Awards
We share who were the best at robbing homers, framing pitches, making barehand plays, and other things we track…
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
December 31, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Our annual year-end awards!
What category did Riley Greene lead the majors in? How about Fernando Tatis Jr., Bryson Stott, Joey Ortiz, Alex Bregman, and Matthew Boyd?
read from @marksimon.bsky.social to find out
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/31/s...
What category did Riley Greene lead the majors in? How about Fernando Tatis Jr., Bryson Stott, Joey Ortiz, Alex Bregman, and Matthew Boyd?
read from @marksimon.bsky.social to find out
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/31/s...
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New podcast episode: Nihar Maskara, Twins Pro Personnel analyst
What does an R&D analyst for a baseball team do? What are some of the future trends to follow in the industry? What advice does he have for those entering these sorts of jobs
LISTEN:
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What does an R&D analyst for a baseball team do? What are some of the future trends to follow in the industry? What advice does he have for those entering these sorts of jobs
LISTEN:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Twins Pro Personnel Analyst Nihar Maskara On What It's Like To Work In Baseball
Podcast Episode · The SIS Baseball Podcast · 12/30/2025 · 29m
podcasts.apple.com
December 30, 2025 at 3:23 PM
New podcast episode: Nihar Maskara, Twins Pro Personnel analyst
What does an R&D analyst for a baseball team do? What are some of the future trends to follow in the industry? What advice does he have for those entering these sorts of jobs
LISTEN:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
What does an R&D analyst for a baseball team do? What are some of the future trends to follow in the industry? What advice does he have for those entering these sorts of jobs
LISTEN:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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Alex Gordon isn't going to get elected to the Hall of Fame. But we're glad to see him on this year's ballot. As @marksimon.bsky.social notes, there were a lot of things that Gordon was good at defensively.
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
December 23, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Alex Gordon isn't going to get elected to the Hall of Fame. But we're glad to see him on this year's ballot. As @marksimon.bsky.social notes, there were a lot of things that Gordon was good at defensively.
Diehards in the house tonight. I have seen a Barry Beck, Pat Hickey, and Jamie Lundmark jersey tonight
December 22, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Diehards in the house tonight. I have seen a Barry Beck, Pat Hickey, and Jamie Lundmark jersey tonight
Let’s go Rangers?
December 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Let’s go Rangers?
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Garrett Crochet could have been even better than he was
Aaron Nola and Dylan Cease weren't as bad as they looked
Our Stat of the Week looks at expected stats vs actual stats for pitchers ... and which pitchers underperformed
READ:
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/17/s...
Aaron Nola and Dylan Cease weren't as bad as they looked
Our Stat of the Week looks at expected stats vs actual stats for pitchers ... and which pitchers underperformed
READ:
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/17/s...
Stat of the Week: Who Were MLB’s Most Underachieving Starting Pitchers in 2025?
We look at OPS and compare it to an expected OPS to see which pitchers had the biggest differentials.
www.sportsinfosolutions.com
December 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Garrett Crochet could have been even better than he was
Aaron Nola and Dylan Cease weren't as bad as they looked
Our Stat of the Week looks at expected stats vs actual stats for pitchers ... and which pitchers underperformed
READ:
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/17/s...
Aaron Nola and Dylan Cease weren't as bad as they looked
Our Stat of the Week looks at expected stats vs actual stats for pitchers ... and which pitchers underperformed
READ:
www.sportsinfosolutions.com/2025/12/17/s...