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Should Austin Riley be Left out?

The cheese cleaver symbolizes unexpected utility, much like players in sports can have unexpected strengths or weaknesses beyond their primary position.

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Red Sox To Keep Ceddanne Rafaela In Center Field "As Much As Possible"

The Red Sox invested heavily in Ceddanne Rafaela for his apparent defensive capabilities despite his early career offensive struggles.

Dodgers News: Errors At Shortstop 'Really Bothers' Mookie Betts

Mookie Betts shifted to shortstop to improve team dynamics, despite early challenges and errors, maintaining a strong work ethic and self-criticism.

Red Sox To Keep Ceddanne Rafaela In Center Field "As Much As Possible"

The Red Sox invested heavily in Ceddanne Rafaela for his apparent defensive capabilities despite his early career offensive struggles.

Dodgers News: Errors At Shortstop 'Really Bothers' Mookie Betts

Mookie Betts shifted to shortstop to improve team dynamics, despite early challenges and errors, maintaining a strong work ethic and self-criticism.

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Alex Bregman Willing To Move To Second Base

Alex Bregman received his first Gold Glove, showcasing his exceptional defense and willingness to switch positions for greater free-agent appeal.

Chicago White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez is among the finalists for AL Gold Glove Award at second base

Nicky Lopez is a finalist for the American League Gold Glove Award at second base, reflecting his exceptional defensive performance during the season.

Alex Bregman Willing To Move To Second Base

Alex Bregman received his first Gold Glove, showcasing his exceptional defense and willingness to switch positions for greater free-agent appeal.

Chicago White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez is among the finalists for AL Gold Glove Award at second base

Nicky Lopez is a finalist for the American League Gold Glove Award at second base, reflecting his exceptional defensive performance during the season.

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Francisco Lindor came up big when it mattered most, like an MVP should

Lindor's late-game heroics propelled the Mets to victory, though he fell short of MVP due to Ohtani's historic offensive performance.

Friday BP: Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey earn Fielding Bible honors

The San Francisco Giants had two players, Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey, recognized for their defensive excellence by Fielding Bible's annual awards.

Gold Glove Winners Announced

The Gold Glove winners highlight the blend of manager votes and advanced metrics in recognizing top defensive players.

Francisco Lindor came up big when it mattered most, like an MVP should

Lindor's late-game heroics propelled the Mets to victory, though he fell short of MVP due to Ohtani's historic offensive performance.

Friday BP: Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey earn Fielding Bible honors

The San Francisco Giants had two players, Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey, recognized for their defensive excellence by Fielding Bible's annual awards.

Gold Glove Winners Announced

The Gold Glove winners highlight the blend of manager votes and advanced metrics in recognizing top defensive players.

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Player review: Patrick Bailey

Patrick Bailey's exceptional defensive metrics make him a leading candidate for the Gold Glove Award in 2024.

Mike Yastrzemski's "contract drive"

Mike Yastrzemski's future with the Giants depends on his performance, highlighting the decision on whether to tender him a contract for 2024.

Player review: Patrick Bailey

Patrick Bailey's exceptional defensive metrics make him a leading candidate for the Gold Glove Award in 2024.

Mike Yastrzemski's "contract drive"

Mike Yastrzemski's future with the Giants depends on his performance, highlighting the decision on whether to tender him a contract for 2024.

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Wednesday catch-all thread (8/21/24)

Bader's season shows a stark contrast between a hot streak and significant struggles, leading to uncertainty in his overall value.

Andrew Friedman & Dave Roberts Believe Mookie Betts Could Be Dodgers' Long-Term Shortstop

Mookie Betts transitioned successfully to shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season.

Manager Dave Roberts says Dodgers infielders Gavin Lux, Max Muncy passing the eye test

Dave Roberts values his own observational skills over defensive metrics from websites like Fangraphs and Baseball Savant.

Dodgers' left-side infield, featuring Max Muncy and Gavin Lux, is considered a strength by Roberts despite poor defensive metrics for both players.

Diamondbacks Sign Elvis Andrus To Minors Contract

Elvis Andrus signed to Diamondbacks' minor league contract and Spring Training invitation

Andrus and Newman competing for backup role at shortstop

Is it time to start a Barclay Goodrow rotation on the fourth line? - Blue Seat Blogs

Barclay Goodrow's performance on the ice is not outweighing his personality and leadership in the locker room.

Goodrow's 5v5 play and defensive metrics show that he is ineffective and a net-negative on the ice.

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Should Austin Riley be Left out?

Red Sox To Keep Ceddanne Rafaela In Center Field "As Much As Possible"

Dodgers News: Errors At Shortstop 'Really Bothers' Mookie Betts

Red Sox To Keep Ceddanne Rafaela In Center Field "As Much As Possible"

Dodgers News: Errors At Shortstop 'Really Bothers' Mookie Betts

Alex Bregman Willing To Move To Second Base

Chicago White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez is among the finalists for AL Gold Glove Award at second base

Alex Bregman Willing To Move To Second Base

Chicago White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez is among the finalists for AL Gold Glove Award at second base

Francisco Lindor came up big when it mattered most, like an MVP should

Friday BP: Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey earn Fielding Bible honors

Gold Glove Winners Announced

Francisco Lindor came up big when it mattered most, like an MVP should

Friday BP: Matt Chapman, Patrick Bailey earn Fielding Bible honors

Gold Glove Winners Announced

Player review: Patrick Bailey

Mike Yastrzemski's "contract drive"

Player review: Patrick Bailey

Mike Yastrzemski's "contract drive"

Wednesday catch-all thread (8/21/24)

Andrew Friedman & Dave Roberts Believe Mookie Betts Could Be Dodgers' Long-Term Shortstop

Manager Dave Roberts says Dodgers infielders Gavin Lux, Max Muncy passing the eye test

Diamondbacks Sign Elvis Andrus To Minors Contract

Is it time to start a Barclay Goodrow rotation on the fourth line? - Blue Seat Blogs

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