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Fun Fact I was not aware of: Jackie Robinson's older brother Mathew finished 2nd in the 200 meters in the 1936 summer Olympics. He broke the Olympic record at the time but Jesse Owens won the gold and set a new record.
Power Rankings: Surprise club jumps up 12 spots
April 14th, 2024
https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-power-rankings-for-the-week-of-april-14-2024
The notables.
6. Royals (previously: 18)
7. Brewers (previously: 12)
9. Pirates (previously: 11)
13. Tigers (previously: 7)
16. Astros (previously: 8)
He looked great. Mets have picked it up since the disastrous start, though in all fairness, they had to open the season against the Brewers, so no shame in a home opening series loss there.
It was good to see Florial play a part in Cleveland's win coming in as a PH and getting an RBI.
https://www.mlb.com/gameday/yankees-vs-guardians/2024/04/14/746648/final/box
Coming soon bobblehead night featuring Volpe and Torres.
Ferguson gets charged with the loss with assists by Volpe and Torres.
https://www.mlb.com/gameday/yankees-vs-guardians/2024/04/14/746648/final/box
Have to say Jose Butto Looked great in this game. I continue to say I like the way this guy pitches, Next up will be the dodgers on the road, now if he even thinks about holding up against that lineup that will be super impressive. The guy unlike a lot of young guys who get here, seems to know how to pitch and not just throw hard, he might not blow you away with the radar gun, but he can get up to 94-95 in need be. I was really Impressed with his 9k day, and In total command in my opinion.
Gleyber Torres off to slow start offensively is not contributing with his shoddy defense. When DJ LeMahieu is activated I wouldn't be too surprised to see Oswaldo Cabrera at second and DJ at third.
Bingo----defense cost us that one----and I'll never understand why, leading by 1, and with their tying run on 3B and winning run on 2b, with 1 out, you don't walk the bases full to set up a DP and a force at home instead of a tag....are we that afraid of walking in a run?
Florial, altho' hitting about a buck fiddy, got some measure of revenge this set...
unreal we only plated 2 in the top of the 10th...
The Yankees certainly hit into enough double plays to know how to turn one.
And today we sit Baty for Zack Short. In what world does that make sense. I can see Short and Wendle are gonna play alot more than 0, and this is gonna be something that bothers me over the course of the season. Mets haven't figured out yet as players they both stink.
On a positive note we get to see more of Jose Butto, who I continue to think has some potential for the back end of the rotation.
The entire analytics data sheet is now "watch Soto"....
With the Yankees strong start it's apparent that the Yankees Analytics Department is as busy as the Maytag repairman.
Yankees make lineup change
Boone said Tuesday that he wasn’t in a hurry to move Volpe to the leadoff spot in the Yankees’ lineup. But the manager acknowledged that “when we look up in 10 years, that’s where his future is going to be.”
One day later, Volpe was leading off against the Marlins. Boone said his reasoning for moving Volpe up and Torres to the sixth spot was more about the performance of the team’s second baseman.
“I feel like Gleyber’s on the verge of really getting it going,” Boone said. “I do feel the at-bats have been good, but I feel like he’s pressed a little bit to get it going in that (leadoff) spot.”
Anthony Volpe on hitting in the leadoff spot: "Definitely not uncomfortable."#YANKSonYES pic.twitter.com/r1ITlCh6f6
— YES Network (@YESNetwork) April 11, 2024
After being one of the Yankees’ best hitters in 2023, Torres has started this season slowly. He’s hitting just .192/.295/.231 with zero home runs. Torres’ underlying metrics have not been encouraging for either. Entering Wednesday’s game, he ranked in the 30th percentile in xwOBA and the 11th percentile in hard-hit rate.
Torres has struggled in the leadoff spot throughout his career. Statistically, it’s been his worst spot in the batting order. In 55 career games leading off, Torres has posted a .631 OPS.
“Wherever Gleyber is hitting, he’s gonna get it rolling and be a big part of this offense,” Boone said.
“I feel like if I left him there over time, he’d be Gleyber Torres and we’d see the results. I do feel like he’s close to taking off.”
Boone wouldn’t say if the expectation is Volpe continuing to be the Yankees’ leadoff hitter, but it makes sense to have him get as many at-bats as possible with him being as hot as anyone across MLB.
There wasn’t necessarily a need for the Yankees to make a lineup change. They currently have a top-five offense. But putting Volpe in a top spot and Torres in the middle of the order makes sense with their skillsets. — Kirschner
https://theathletic.com/5407394/2024/04/11/yankees-takeaways-giancarlo-stanton-trent-grisham/?source=nyt&access_token=11932965
Good chemistry
The Yankees’ chemistry seems off the charts. Winning is the great panacea, and the club has been off to an incredible start. But players seem to be getting along well. A few examples:
• Every day during the home stand, the team had a hitters meeting in what’s labeled “The War Room” just outside the clubhouse. The meeting starts with a music video on a big projection screen, and the volume is turned up to nightclub levels. Before the home opener, they started the meeting with Rihanna’s “Run This Town.” Another day, “Houdini” by Dua Lipa was the pick. The War Room is essentially a classroom, complete with seats and desks. Along the right wall, the Yankees’ biggest accomplishments are listed in big bold letters — 27 World Series titles, four perfect games, etc.
• As Anthony Rizzo prepared for a pregame interview with the YES Network’s Justin Shackil, his teammates wouldn’t let him do it alone. He was flanked by Judge, Verdugo and Gleyber Torres, who kept comedically serious faces throughout the line of lighthearted questioning.
• During a pitching change Saturday night, Judge, Verdugo and Soto took turns riling up the crowd from the outfield. They kept their backs to the fans before turning and waving, eliciting wild cheers. “I’ve been here seven years,” Judge told Verdugo, “and I’ve never gotten this (kind of reaction).” — Kuty
https://theathletic.com/5407394/2024/04/11/yankees-takeaways-giancarlo-stanton-trent-grisham/?source=nyt&access_token=11932965
What to make of Stanton?
Stanton has been on a tear in his last five games, going 8-for-19 with three home runs and seven RBIs. He’s looked like his vintage self, making a bunch of hard contact even when he gets out.
But what should we make of this recent sampling from Stanton? Is it just another one of his streaks where he can carry an offense himself? Or is this what we should continue to expect?
Big G 💪 pic.twitter.com/C16xcnGnMN
— New York Yankees (@Yankees) April 11, 2024
One area to look at is how he’s hitting high-velocity pitches. In 2023, MLB’s average fastball velocity was just over 94 mph. On all pitches 94 mph or harder last season, Stanton had an OPS of just .613 with six home runs.
This year, Stanton is 1-for-10 on pitches over 94 mph. He collected his lone hit Monday when he pulled a 94 mph sinker over the heart of the plate for a 116 mph single.
Stanton’s biggest problem last season at the plate was his inability to hit high-velocity pitches. He’s yet to show improvement in this area.
Stanton is the exit velocity king in MLB. When he connects, it comes off the bat differently than everyone else. But remain cautious in declaring him fully back until he shows he can hit high-velocity pitches. — Kirschner
https://theathletic.com/5407394/2024/04/11/yankees-takeaways-giancarlo-stanton-trent-grisham/?source=nyt&access_token=11932965
Fritz Peterson, Yankee Pitcher in an Unusual ‘Trade,’ Dies at 82
He was a leading light on an undistinguished team. But he became known less for his achievement on the field than for exchanging wives with a teammate.
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/13/sports/baseball/fritz-peterson-dead.html?ugrp=m&unlocked_article_code=1.kU0.Zs6f.5a1TCab2hT5e&smid=url-share
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/cdkBDwg9t91G1yKK/?mibextid=6GsUZ4 it was seen that it’s almost impossible feat to hit a baseball with a cylinder traveling close to 100 miles an hour with spin on it.
OT but amazing distance estimator
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/CQWvLcsgFMFsWFFZ/?mibextid=6GsUZ4
And again this wendle is in the starting lineup. I just don't get it. Bader is swinging the bat well I can't believe it (Ride him), and if he needs a day off give tyrone taylor a start in cf (He also hot). Wendle should not even be on the team, the man has yet to get a hit, and he hit 212 last year with a 248 obp, and has no power, does this sound like a guy who should ever start. This Gm drives me up the nearest wall with wendle and zack short, they litterally should never get an at bat. Never. Because they shouldn't be on the team in my opinion.
It is great to see. I'm hoping that they will carry it another month or so that way summer crowds should be good
Severino possibly being good, is not that shocking if he is healthy, Baty being good is a huge surprise. He actually looks like he can play the position, and he is playing with emotion, and looks like he has fixed alot of wholes in his swing. This would be a huge plus if he is the answer at 3b, not justfor 2024, but for the long-term for the NY Mets. As for Bader he has hit a bit, and he has been healthy so far, both never happen generally, have to ride it while it lasts in my opinion.
Great to see some excitement in KC. They went hard for mid/lower tier FAs, and so far, with the exception of Renfroe, it's looking good. That AL Central is up for grabs; no reason why KC can't compete with Detroit and Cleveland if they stay healthy.
Brewers are killing it in the NL Central. They're actually scoring some runs this season, which is very unlike them. If they can hang tough until the all-star break, a rotation boost at the deadline could be the final piece to take that division.
And how about them Mets? Bader is hitting, Seve is pitching like a guy in his walk year, Baty has found his mojo with the leather at third. .500 could happen this weekend.
I am not as sold on him as some others but I am open to it. Melendez better hit a ton as he is a man without a position
this guy thinks Melendez hot start can stick
https://www.mlb.com/news/hot-hitters-early-in-2024-mlb-season
Reaction between him and Loftin havin' fun was cool...
Bobby is as cool as the other side of the pillow.
I'm not crazy on Melendez but I will disagree with you about Velasquez. I think that he will be a 25-30 HR guy with decent OBP. I am a little more reserved on Garcia but am open to the possibility of him being really good as he definitely has some pop.
While our starting pitching is not sustainable at its current rate, it can definitely be in the top third of all of baseball and that would be big.
A key for this team will be if they can avoid prolonged bad stretches. Which has been in a big issue in recent years
Well Perez Can Hit. Not sure on MJ Melendez, and Velasquez if that is sustainable. My gut tells me they will be productive, just not as productive as they are right now. One thing I'm certain that isn't sustainable is the Garcia kid, if he is gonna hit 226 with a less than 260 obp he is not gonna drive in runs at almost a run a game.
The pitching is not sustainable too this extent either. But Ragans I thought could have a break out year coming in and I always felt Lugo is a solid middle of the rotation starter. And I thought singer could have a bounce back year. Hvaing said all of that it is clearly pitching above clearly where I think it will finish out. On a positive note the central isn't very good, so I can't seewhy with the additions they made in the offseason combined with some development from young players, and the arrival of a superstar in Bobby witt. I don't see why you can't be competitive in the AL Central, the only team I would eliminate from that division is chicago, because they are going to be awful in my opinion.
LOL! He definitely is. We are getting production throughout the lineup.
Our starting pitching has been top notch so far. Again, it is very early but the last few years, we had already been behind the 8 ball at this point
Hopefully a market correction is coming this weekend. LOL. To be fair Bobby Witt is a super star in the making.
Its early but the Royals have the biggest run differential in the AL
They just kept getting hits in the first inning. It was really impressive. I don't know what they will end up being in the end but right now they are having their best start in years.
Stanton reminds me of the hitter in Major League who couldn't hit a curve ball. lol.
https://www.facebook.com/HOMAGE/videos/you-trying-to-say-jesus-christ-cant-hit-a-curveball-major-league-premiered-33-ye/5509712329109071/
Gerrit Cole calls out MLB over pitcher injuries after taking first step toward return
Could Cole's influence result in change?
By Thomas Carannante | Apr 9, 2024
..... Cole called out Major League Baseball for its response to the players association's concern over the rise in elbow injuries. The introduction of the pitch clock, as well as the banning of sticky substances, has many pitchers believing those are direct causes.
The league disagrees, however, and Cole felt the need to say something. Rather than maintaining an ongoing conversation to get to the root of the problem, Cole seemingly felt as if the league was shutting it down to avoid further controversy.
A year after MLB introduced the controversial pitch clock, which was already a hot button issue, they reduced the timer from 20 seconds to 18 seconds for 2024 in what's felt like an arbitrary, unnecessary push in the wrong direction.....
https://yanksgoyard.com/posts/yankees-gerrit-cole-calls-out-mlb-over-pitcher-injuries-after-taking-first-step-toward-return-01hv1hdrshk2
Good for him. All to save less than 30 minutes on average a game. Spare me.
Wow KC beat up on the Astros today much to my enjoyment.
Say it ain't Sho, Shohei
https://share.newsbreak.com/6mcr61yk $16 MILLION
Sources: Diamondbacks' Jordan Montgomery drops Scott Boras
https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/39921792/sources-diamondbacks-jordan-montgomery-drops-scott-boras
Bo's my all timey fave athlete... well along with Secretariat.......
As I said your myth doesn't hold water. Otherwise Boone would have put in a PH when a RHP came out of the BP.
My point is Boone needs to shake up the line up. Volpe Batted first last night and it was about damn time.
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Well, beat the drum and hold the phone - the sun came out today!
We're born again, there's new grass on the field.
A-roundin' third, and headed for home, it's a brown-eyed handsome man;
Anyone can understand the way i feel.
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Oh, put me in, coach - i'm ready to play today;
Put me in, coach - i'm ready to play today;
Look at me, i can be centerfield.
Well, i spent some time in the mudville nine, watchin' it from the bench;
You know i took some lumps when the mighty casey struck out.
So say hey willie, tell ty cobb and joe dimaggio;
Don't say "it ain't so", you know the time is now.
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Yeah! i got it, i got it!
Got a beat-up glove, a homemade bat, and brand-new pair of shoes;
You know i think it's time to give this game a ride.
Just to hit the ball and touch 'em all - a moment in the sun;
(pop) it's gone and you can tell that one goodbye!
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This field, this game, is a part of our past, Ray.
It reminds us of all that once was good, and that could be again.
Oh people will come, Ray. People will most definitely come."
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