Primer This year’s Winter Meetings are about to shine a spotlight on this season’s greatest deficit -- lost revenue. While every club in every market took a hit from diminished television revenues and no fans in the seats, the signing ability of various clubs has never been more challenging. Now more than ever, everyone will... Continue Reading →
Texas Leaguers & xwOBA
A ‘Texas Leaguer’, also known as a ‘blooper’ or ‘flare’, refers to a softly hit ball that falls between the infielder and outfielder. The term’s origins trace back to 1901 when rookie Ollie Pickering was called up from the Texas League and got four hits of the sort. It is regarded as a lucky, undeserving... Continue Reading →