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Nolan Schanuel Is the Angels’ Latest Development Failure
Over the last decade or so, the Los Angeles Angels have made a name for themselves for failing to develop high draft picks to their full potential and rushing them to the majors. It’s been a consistent trend in which so many of the club’s top-round draft selections are a complete bust or just don’t […] The post Nolan Schanuel Is the Angels’ Latest Development Failure appeared first on Just Baseball .
New York Mets Trade Deadline Candidates: Who Stays and Who Goes?
As the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches, speculation has begun over which players will be moved. Among the teams drawing the most attention are the New York Mets. Due to New York’s treacherous season, they are going to be sellers at the trade deadline. The Mets have plenty of players who hold value in trade […] The post New York Mets Trade Deadline Candidates: Who Stays and Who Goes? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Can We Measure the Pressure an Offense Puts on a Defense?
Power remains the clearest path to scoring runs in Major League Baseball. A home run removes the defense from the play entirely. In addition, walks create baserunners without requiring a ball to find grass. Strikeouts end plate appearances without giving the defense an opportunity to make a mistake. There is a reason the three true […] The post Can We Measure the Pressure an Offense Puts on a Defense? appeared first on Just Baseball .
The 10 Greatest All-Star Game Performances of All-Time
It’s almost time for the Midsummer Classic, Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game. Still the premier mid-season contest of any of the United States’ major sports, the MLB All-Star Game conjures up memories of remarkable and sometimes unexpected performances. Perhaps it was the outstanding play of one of your favorites or just an incredible individual effort […] The post The 10 Greatest All-Star Game Performances of All-Time appeared first on Just Baseball .
On the Right Track: How Kaelen Culpepper Is Betting on Himself
TOLEDO, Ohio — On a muggy, 85-degree afternoon in downtown Toledo, Kaelen Culpepper stepped into the cage for the first round of batting practice for the St. Paul Saints. Step, crack. Step, crack. Step, crack. A National League scout watching from a distance has seen the same time and again from the 23-year-old and isn’t […] The post On the Right Track: How Kaelen Culpepper Is Betting on Himself appeared first on Just Baseball .
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Week of July 13
All-Star week is an interesting time in the fantasy baseball calendar, as games pause for four days to allow the season’s best players to be put on a stage. This break allows for you to take some time away from finding streamers and shift your focus to making trades or diving into the waiver wire. […] The post Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Week of July 13 appeared first on Just Baseball .
St. Louis Cardinals 2026 MLB Draft Analysis: Day 1
The St. Louis Cardinals entered the 2026 MLB Draft armed with an astounding 23 total draft picks, providing themselves with a golden opportunity to continue adding to their ever-improving farm system. No organization owned more selections, and St. Louis used its seven Day 1 picks on a variety of high-upside prep hitters, polished college hitters, […] The post St. Louis Cardinals 2026 MLB Draft Analysis: Day 1 appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026 Home Run Derby Picks: A Model Based Approach
Two schools of thought. One could create a statistical model and run 200,000 simulations to find the best value for the home run derby. Or, one can slug eight beers, head over to Citizens Bank Park, and, five minutes before the Derby starts, think, “Schwarbombs in Philly.” I built a model that simulates the new-format […] The post 2026 Home Run Derby Picks: A Model Based Approach appeared first on Just Baseball .
At Least the Mets Have an Outfield to Build Around
To say that nothing has gone right for the New York Mets this season would be quite the understatement. The team sits 16 games under .500 and owns the fourth-worst record in all of baseball. Coming out of the offseason, the Mets were widely viewed as one of baseball’s biggest winners by both analysts and […] The post At Least the Mets Have an Outfield to Build Around appeared first on Just Baseball .
What Is the Phillies’ Biggest Trade Deadline Need?
With another trade deadline approaching, the Philadelphia Phillies yet again require a series of big swings that put them on track to compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Philadelphia is 43-24 since Don Mattingly replaced Rob Thomson as skipper. The club has been one of the best teams in baseball in his brief tenure. However, […] The post What Is the Phillies’ Biggest Trade Deadline Need? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Do the Astros Have What It Takes To Pull Off an Impact Trade?
The Houston Astros have been one of the most successful MLB organizations over the past 10 years. Two World Series rings and eight straight playoff appearances from 2017-2024 placed them in the top tier of teams in baseball before a step back in 2025, finishing 87-75. Excluding the COVID season, the Astros won at least […] The post Do the Astros Have What It Takes To Pull Off an Impact Trade? appeared first on Just Baseball .
MLB Mock Draft 4.0 – Mayhem Incoming
Happy draft day to those who celebrate! We are currently less than an hour away from the start of the draft, and rumors are circulating like wildfire. There’s a lot to unpack, and personally, we’ll see a lot of chaos today. Let’s dive in. 1. Chicago White Sox – Roch Cholowsky, SS | UCLA Slot […] The post MLB Mock Draft 4.0 – Mayhem Incoming appeared first on Just Baseball .
What JJ Wetherholt’s Success Means for the Cardinals’ Future
JJ Wetherholt didn’t need an All-Star nod to change the St. Louis Cardinals for the better. He’s refined the leadoff spot, transformed the Cardinals’ defense, and potentially even sped up their timeline. On July 10, the Cardinals expressed their unwavering belief in the rookie with a long-term deal. The contract spans eight years, with a […] The post What JJ Wetherholt’s Success Means for the Cardinals’ Future appeared first on Just Baseball .
Two More Giants Who Should’ve Earned All-Star Nods
The San Francisco Giants have been one of the worst teams in baseball through the first half. They’re currently tied for the third most losses in the sport as well as the third fewest wins. When looking at a record that poor, one immediately turns to the thought of a roster that simply lacks talent. […] The post Two More Giants Who Should’ve Earned All-Star Nods appeared first on Just Baseball .
5 Standout Top Prospects To Watch in the All-Star Futures Game
On Sunday, July 12, the baseball world will get to see MLB’s top prospects face off in Philadelphia. Ranging from consensus top-10 prospects to up-and-coming top-100 names to those on the verge of breaking through, the All-Star Futures Game gives a glimpse into the stars of the next generation. Just on this year’s All-Star roster, […] The post 5 Standout Top Prospects To Watch in the All-Star Futures Game appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026 MLB Trade Deadline Guide: Who’s Buying and Who’s Selling?
Welcome to your one stop shop for everything you need to know about this years MLB trade deadline. Buyers, sellers, and teams stuck in the middle are all covered with the same level of detail highlighting the possible trade targets and team needs. As team needs evolve and change so will this resource so keep […] The post 2026 MLB Trade Deadline Guide: Who’s Buying and Who’s Selling? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Has the Jarren Duran Trade Window Passed for the Red Sox?
2024 was a dream season for Jarren Duran. He earned his first All-Star appearance, along with being the All-Star Game MVP. Duran posted a career-high 6.8 fWAR, the seventh-best in the league, and ended eighth in MVP voting. While 2025 didn’t match the 2024 production, he still proved to be a valuable piece for the […] The post Has the Jarren Duran Trade Window Passed for the Red Sox? appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Diamondbacks Are in Trade Deadline Purgatory
In 2023, the Arizona Diamondbacks were not considered a World Series frontrunner but made it there only to lose to the Rangers. An 84-win team advancing past the Brewers, Dodgers, and Phillies was unexpected and goes to show that once you get into the playoffs, anything can happen. The 2024 season saw the D-backs win […] The post The Diamondbacks Are in Trade Deadline Purgatory appeared first on Just Baseball .
Ryan Jeffers Is the Perfect Trade Target for the Yankees
The New York Yankees began 2026 as one of the most explosive offensive groups in baseball. They have since dealt with lengthy injuries to both Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge that have limited their offensive output. While both are expected to return during the regular season, the Yankees need to find a way to produce […] The post Ryan Jeffers Is the Perfect Trade Target for the Yankees appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Case for the Braves To Extend Mauricio Dubón
The All-Star break is quickly approaching, and even during a down June, the Atlanta Braves sport the fourth-best record in baseball at 54-38. Despite the current narrative surrounding the team, they maintain a three-game lead in their division and are squarely in the playoff picture. When a team is playing this well, the stars usually […] The post The Case for the Braves To Extend Mauricio Dubón appeared first on Just Baseball .
What Does a Perfect MLB Draft Look Like for the Pirates?
Heading into the 2026 MLB Draft, the vibe around the Pittsburgh Pirates is far different than at this point in past years. Currently sitting at 47-47, the Pirates are just five games out of an NL Wild Card spot, and with an active deadline, they have a real shot to make things interesting down the […] The post What Does a Perfect MLB Draft Look Like for the Pirates? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Davis Martin and Sean Burke Have Become Cornerstones of the White Sox Rotation
Entering the season needing to display growth in order to maintain a rotation spot heading into the future, Davis Martin and Sean Burke have become the stabilizers of the Chicago White Sox rotation. The 2026 season has represented a massive step forward for the White Sox organization, particularly the offense, which has become one of […] The post Davis Martin and Sean Burke Have Become Cornerstones of the White Sox Rotation appeared first on Just Baseball .
First Round Draft Preview For the San Francisco Giants
The San Francisco Giants are heading into the 2026 MLB Draft with their most important pick since the second overall selection back in 2018. This year, they lucked into the fourth overall pick despite having odds that would suggest that was impossible. As an organization that is stuck in between an expensive core that’s not […] The post First Round Draft Preview For the San Francisco Giants appeared first on Just Baseball .
What the Cardinals’ 2025 Draft Strategy Could Tell Us About Their 2026 Plans
For much of the last decade, the St. Louis Cardinals’ pitching preferences in the draft were centered around selecting arms with enough command and solid secondaries to project as starters. Settling on the Michael McGreevys and Pete Hansens of the world meant fielding a minor-league system with arms who will rapidly ascend the ladder by […] The post What the Cardinals’ 2025 Draft Strategy Could Tell Us About Their 2026 Plans appeared first on Just Baseball .
Minnesota Twins Top Prospects Check-In: July 2026
At the halfway point of the MLB season, it’s time to check in on the Minnesota Twins’ minor league prospects and evaluate how they are progressing. Whether they are at Triple-A St. Paul or further down the organization, this is a good opportunity to see whose stock is rising and whose is falling. Some of […] The post Minnesota Twins Top Prospects Check-In: July 2026 appeared first on Just Baseball .
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