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@almostcoop.bsky.socialGabriel Moreno of the #Diamondbacks became the fifth different catcher in the modern era to win a batting average title. There have been 8 total seasons when a catcher has done this. It was also the 1st batting title for any D'back.
@almostcoop.bsky.socialOne of my boyhood heros doesn't have a SABR biography. Is that weird? Read my latest post on Dave Kingman. almostcooperstown.substack.com/p/why-doesnt...
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@almostcoop.bsky.social@almostcoop.bsky.socialThere were zero doubleheaders scheduled before 2026 season. 25 were played. Could there be a time when there are no doubleheaders at all? Read my latest post:
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@almostcoop.bsky.socialAre any players using corked bats today? Cody Belllinger could have used a few extra feet on his fly ball last night!
My latest post:
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@almostcoop.bsky.socialThe night #yankees Austin Wells became a bonehead. There's an old adage that goes - "never make the first or the third out at third base." A short from our podcast this week.
@almostcoop.bsky.socialWhen is it time to break up the band?
Phillies, Astros & several other MLB teams face major offseason decisions.
Plus: unusual season leaders & DS thoughts
🎙️ Almost Cooperstown Episode 726
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@almostcoop.bsky.socialOf the eight teams remaining in @MLB playoffs, three have never won a World Series, and one hasn't won since 1948. #Brewers #Padres #Rays #Guardians. For any one of these teams, 2026 could be the year!
@almostcoop.bsky.social#Phillies could have used a vintage Steve Carlton last night. Read my top five starting pitchers in Philadelphia Phillies history. almostcooperstown.substack.com/p/top-five-s...
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@almostcoop.bsky.socialIt was all put together by Justin Verlander's wife Kate Upton and his manager A.J. Hinch. The result was one poignant and tearful farewell and it was beautiful to watch! A short from our podcast this week.
@almostcoop.bsky.socialBryce Harper compared to HOFer Harmon Killebrew? Yeah I did that. Read my latest post: almostcooperstown.substack.com/p/bryce-harp...
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@almostcoop.bsky.socialName the #MLB leader in RBIs for 2026. A short from our podcast this week. #almostcooperstown
@almostcoop.bsky.social⚾ Episode 725 is live.
The 2026 MLB Playoffs are here.
We break down all 4 Wild Card matchups:
Who moves on? Plus, biggest surprises 2026 regular season.
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#MLB #MLBPlayoffs
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@tylerkepner.bsky.socialReposted by @almostcoop.bsky.socialThe final Sliders of the regular season takes a look at the high-quality start; an NFL founding father who played for the Yankees; a prayer for the knuckleball -- and
@battingstanceguy.bsky.social's 30-teams-in-one-state adventure! www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
@jaysonst.bsky.socialReposted by @almostcoop.bsky.socialTime for my annual awards!
MVPs
LVPs
Cy Youngs
Cy Yuks
Rookies/relievers/managers of the year
Amazing that you agree with every one of these picks
Unlocked and free for all to read
@almostcoop.bsky.socialHow will you feel if a position player pitches in the 2026 World Series? Read my latest post:
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@almostcoop.bsky.socialIt used to be an annual thing that players had 200 or more hits in a single season. But the pitching today is too tough and once again no MLB player will reach that plateau. Is it because batters are too-focused on taking their bases-on-balls? A short from our podcast this week.
@almostcoop.bsky.socialThere only has been one utility player who won a batting average title. It's not Jeff McNeil when he was with #Mets. Read my latest post:
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