The 2022 Baltimore Orioles: MLB’s Most Surprising Team
The 2022 Baltimore Orioles have exceeded all expectations. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into the emergence of the Orioles and their potential emergence into the playoffs.
Trading a Generational Talent
In an eventful 2022 trade deadline, Juan Soto to the Padres was the headliner of all the deals made. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into the rationale behind trading a franchise icon.
The MLB Trade Deadline and Finding the Right Players
The MLB trade deadline becomes a motivator for teams to make franchise altering decisions. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into how a team approaches a trade deadline and the type of mindset it takes to find the right players, over the flashy moves.
Mic’d Up: The 2022 MLB All-Star Game
Alek Manoah’s on-air microphone performance was one of the highlights of the 2022 MLB All-Star Game. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into how the league found a way to humanize their athletes to fans.
Chris Sale and the Return of Dominance
The return of Chris Sale was one of the most hyped storylines for the Red Sox in 2022. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into his first MLB start of the season and what his return could mean for the Red Sox in 2022.
Multi-Inning: The Value of MLB Relievers in the Modern Game
Garrett Whitlock’s role in the Red Sox bullpen continues to showcase the potential for multi inning relievers. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into the ongoing trend and how more is asked of relievers than ever before.
MLB All-Star Game Changes and Employing Flexibility in the League Office
The MLB All-Star game process is far from perfect. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column explores how to fix the balloting issues and legitimize the game to a higher extent.
The San Diego Padres and Well-Rounded Rosters
The San Diego Padres are at the top of the NL West near the 2022 All-Star break. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into the impact of fielding a complete team rather than standing by a few productive contributors.
Apple, Amazon, and the Search for the New Tech Broadcast
With the news of Richard Sherman joining Amazon’s Thursday Night Football broadcast, Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column explores the differences between Apple TV Plus’ approach to assembling a broadcasting team vs Amazon’s.
The Phillies, Angels, and the Role of Expectations in MLB Personnel Moves
The Phillies and Angels laid off their managers this week. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column looks into the reasoning behind the personnel changes and how expectations can be the end-all-be-all amid decision making.
Under Expectations: The Necessary Culture Shift in Underperforming MLB Teams
Four pre-2022 contenders have not played to expectations through May in the MLB season. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column takes a look into what needs to change and how to right the ship in a competitive MLB.
Out of Position: The Responsibility of Position Players Pitching
You may have seen an uptick in position players taking the mound in MLB. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB Column explores the thought process behind the blowout trend and how managers utilize the concept in the big leagues.
Juan Soto and the Art of Professionalism
Juan Soto has once again become the subject of trade rumors as he plays for the last place Washington Nationals. Krebs’ Friday MLB Column explores how Soto has become a household name and is a professional amid trade rumors.
Player Profile: Early 2022 Superstar Taylor Ward
Taylor Ward has lit a fire under the Angels, propelling them to one of the best MLB teams in early 2022. Krebs’ latest Friday MLB column explores the new superstar and whether Ward’s production will be sustainable.
Day-By-Day: The Importance of Day Baseball
Day baseball is the biggest window for MLB to increase attendance. Read through Krebs’ Friday MLB Column on the importance of one of baseball’s biggest attractors.
MLB Problems of the Product Itself
The latest MLB controversy is about the ball itself. Catch up on Krebs’ latest Friday column detailing the need for transparency in a league body of shadows.
Skilled: Understanding 2022 MLB Roster Structures
With a new MLB season comes new roster interpretations. In his latest Friday MLB Column, Justin uncovers the latest roster construction trends and the importance of self-assessing in baseball.
Flash in a Pan: How MLB Rookies stay in the league
MLB rookies take the league by storm. Justin looks into how some manage to preserver in the big leagues while others do not have what it takes.
Cut/Keep: Understanding MLB Roster Decisions
MLB roster decisions are the crux of Spring Training. In my latest article, I look into how teams choose which players to cut, which to keep on their roster, and the long term impact of their short term decision making.
Post-Lockout: AL East Off-Season Transactions
The theme of the 2022 AL East appears to allow team talent to play itself out while taking in a few free agents on reasonable contracts. Look for the AL East to dominate the Wild Card race again, with three teams again vying for two spots.