MLB Home Run Derby national anthem singer’s performance faces criticism on social media
The MLB Home Run Derby wasn’t a huge success on Monday night, as singer Ingrid Andres was heavily criticized for singing the national anthem at Globe Life Field. Andres, a 32-year-old singer-songwriter who has had a Billboard Hot 100 hit, stood between the pitcher’s mound and home plate and began to sing. From the start, […]
MLB Home Run Derby national anthem was a star spangled mess
The 2024 MLB Home Run Derby kicked off with a national anthem that’s stood the test of time for all the wrong reasons. When singer Ingrid Andres sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, it drew bemused looks from baseball stars on the field and hilarious comments on social media. Andress’ […]
Eight ideas to restore MLB All-Star Game’s slipping luster
ARLINGTON, Texas — The MLB All-Star Game is still a treasure, and arguably much better than the dismal failure of most other All-Star Games. But it still needs help. Lots of help. (More on that later, but first a few words about the other All-Star Games.) There’s very little defense in the NBA All-Star Game, […]
Pete Alonso set for another MLB Home Run Derby with history at stake
Pete Alonso, an All-Star for the fourth time in his career, now heads to Texas looking to become just the second player in history to win the Home Run Derby for the third time. Alonso, who hit his team-high 19th home run of the season against the Rockies on Sunday in an 8-5 loss to […]
Yankees take pitchers Ben Hess, Bryce Cunningham in 2024 MLB Draft
FORT WORTH, Texas — In the draft, and maybe nowhere else, the Yankees are constantly being asked to do more with less. Their first pick hasn’t fallen in the top half of the first round since 1993. The players they found, such as Aaron Judge, who was selected 32nd overall in 2013, were discovered after […]
Mets take Oklahoma State’s Carson Benge in first round of 2024 MLB Draft
FORT WORTH, Texas — A new chapter in the Mets’ development system has begun with a bang, as a second two-way player comes out of Oklahoma State. At least, he hopes to be a two-way player. Carson Benge, a left-handed outfielder known for his hitting but also a strong right-handed pitcher, was selected 19th overall […]
Guardians Select Travis Bazzana With The No. 1 Overall Pick Of The 2024 MLB Draft
Travis Bazzana is a Cleveland Guardian! Arguably the best hitter in the 2024 draft class, Oregon State star Travis Bazzana was selected by the Cleveland Guardians with the No. 1 overall pick of the MLB Draft. And on top of that, he made history as he’s the first second baseman ever to be picked first […]
Mets, Yankees look destined for MLB playoffs despite flaws
ARLINGTON, Texas — Throughout an anxiety-filled first half, both the Yankees and Mets confounded critics, overcame glaring weaknesses and ultimately crafted mostly positive narratives. Things have looked dicey at times (and dire in the Mets’ case), but the smart take is that both teams will continue to play into October. While there’s a lot being […]
MLB Home Run Derby 2024: New rules, format, tiebreakers, predictions, and more
The All-Star holiday is fast approaching, which means the eyes of the baseball world will be on what happens at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on both Monday and Tuesday. Monday’s events include the annual MLB Home Run Derby, an event whose field can best be described as “interesting.” This season’s edition also sees […]
Fantasy baseball owners can help inspire MLB All-Star Game change
Commercial Content 21+ MLB desperately needs to change the rules of the All-Star Game Fantasy Baseball Community, I ask you and your league buddies to become keyboard warriors and send an email to the Commissioner’s office immediately. Please put away your participation trophies. Not every kid needs to play one inning, and not every MLB […]