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ESPN.com : Scouring The ‘Net’s Most Obscure SItes For The Finest In Reporting
cantstopthebleeding.com — A few days ago, ESPN’s Rob Neyer linked to a CSTB item, and if you don’t think I was thrilled at such acknowledgment, you’ve no idea how easily impressed I am. But that was just a tiny hyperlink. Imagine, if you will, the reactions of Pro Football Talk ’s Michael Florio ... (more) ESPN.com : Scouring The ‘Net’s Most Obscure ...
Mariano dwarfs all other October pitchers
fromthedugout.freedomblogging.com — Yes, that headline is an understatement. But consider: In his chat this morning, Rob Neyer was asked whether we should quit calling Mariano Rivera the greatest postseason closer ever and just start saying he’s the greatest postseason player ... (more) Mariano dwarfs all other October pitchers

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The Last Off Night Before The Offseason
The Last Off Night Before The Offseason
fackyouk.blogspot.com — First and foremost, huge congrats to a good friend of the blog, Craig Calcaterra . After graduating from Blogspot to The Hardball Times and from there to NBC Sports , the Shyster is quitting his day job and moving to NBC Sports full-time. Like many others, I found Shysterball through Rob Neyer ... (more) The Last Off Night Before The Offseason
Quotes From Last Night: Game 3 Edition
Quotes From Last Night: Game 3 Edition
fackyouk.blogspot.com — Presented without comment : Rob Neyer : Blown Call : Well, maybe. Rodriguez's long fly in the fourth inning certainly did hit a television camera, and that camera certainly was above the right-field fence. But if the baseball hadn't hit the camera, would it really have cleared the fence? ... (more) Quotes From Last Night: Game 3 Edition
Nightcap Links
Nightcap Links
fackyouk.blogspot.com — Do you know anyone in this world who wears an actual nightcap? Grandparents maybe? What does it say about our culture that the drinking form of a nightcap is probably thousands of times more popular than the ridiculous thing you wear on your head to bed? Just thinking out loud here...  ... (more) Nightcap Links
Podcast: Rob Neyer
Podcast: Rob Neyer
espn.go.com — Rob Neyer covers Game 4 of the World Series , discussing Alex Rodriguez, Brad Lidge, Cole Hamels and more... (more) Podcast: Rob Neyer
What They're Saying: Joe Girardi
What They're Saying: Joe Girardi
noyoureatowel.net — Joe Girardi has been praised at times this postseason, but has been criticized more often. Has he really been doing a bad job or are people overreacting to a few losses? Let's see what everyone has to say:   AOL Fanhouse goes over Girardi's decisions in Game 3 to try to figure out ... (more) What They're Saying: Joe Girardi
No Wonder He’s Hitting on the Phillies
No Wonder He’s Hitting on the Phillies
baseballmusings.com — Via Rob Neyer , Alex Rodriguez keeps portraits of himself in his bedroom. He’s drawn as a centaur . That must mean the Phillies are his favorite team, along with this guy: (more) No Wonder He’s Hitting on the Phillies
Neyer: Ryan Howard is basically Shin-Soo Choo
Neyer: Ryan Howard is basically Shin-Soo Choo
hardballtimes.com — There have been a lot of people who have followed in Rob Neyer's footsteps over the years, but there still isn't anyone better at writing stuff that pisses off mainstream baseball writers : Ryan Howard is pretty good. I mean, he's no Shin-Soo Choo. But pretty good, for sure. You probably ... (more) Neyer: Ryan Howard is basically Shin-Soo Choo
SweetSpot by Rob Neyer
espn.go.com — Imagine if Cole Hamels or Cliff Lee couldn't pitch for Philadelphia in the World Series this week because they were summoned for military service.That's what happened to Curt Simmons nearly 60 years ago, the last time the Phillies played the New York ... (more) SweetSpot by Rob Neyer
Rob Neyer, Phillies Fans Talk About Game 4
Rob Neyer, Phillies Fans Talk About Game 4
fackyouk.blogspot.com — Following through on my promise to link any time Rob Neyer talked about the Yankees on a radio appearance/podcast, I present to you this . Some takeaways: Neyer... Throws a bit of cold water of the discussion for A-Rod as World Series MVP. Says he actually felt bad for Brad Lidge and reminds ... (more) Rob Neyer, Phillies Fans Talk About Game 4
Podcast: Neyer's ALCS wrap, Series preview
Podcast: Neyer's ALCS wrap, Series preview
espn.go.com — Rob Neyer wraps up the ALCS , looks ahead to the World Series and shares his opinion on Mark... (more) Podcast: Neyer's ALCS wrap, Series preview
I’m Reading: about Johan and Gomez, and Errors
I’m Reading: about Johan and Gomez, and Errors
metsblog.com — In a post to Metstradamus , John wonders what Omar Minaya has learned about being GM since joining the Mets. Rob Neyer of ESPN.com looks back on why the Yankees didn’t trade for Johan Santana , and how it has played out for them so far.  ... (more) I’m Reading: about Johan and Gomez, and Errors
Fixing the Tigers Part Deux: Clearing up some misconceptions Re: Milton Bradley
Fixing the Tigers Part Deux: Clearing up some misconceptions Re: Milton Bradley
blog.mlive.com — I've always wanted a coveted link from Rob Neyer, but not this way. (more) Fixing the Tigers Part Deux: Clearing up some ...
New Jeter Life…Of Riley
waswatching.com — Rob Neyer highlights Ian O’Connor’s feature on this today. A snip: On the recommendation of [Derek] Jeter’s agent, Casey Close, [performance trainer Jason] Riley pieced together a program of drills, and the shortstop started ... (more) New Jeter Life…Of Riley
The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
fackyouk.blogspot.com — Good morning Fackers. The completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 allowed for far easier and faster transportation from the East Coast to the West Coast than had previously existed. Yet, from what I've been hearing and reading over the past several months, the concepts of the base on ... (more) The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
fackyouk.blogspot.com — Good morning Fackers. The completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 allowed for far easier and faster transportation from the East Coast to the West Coast than had previously existed. Yet, from what I've been hearing and reading over the past several months, the concepts of the base on ... (more) The Fallacy Of El Comedulce
Halo Headlines - 10/15/09
Halo Headlines - 10/15/09
monkeywithahalo.com — The Story: College basketball coaching legend John Wooden is a longtime fan of Mike Scioscia . The Monkey Says: If you are familiar with the legendary Wooden then you know what a huge compliment that is. Too bad the piece also mentions that Wooden’s favorite baseball player is Derek ... (more) Halo Headlines - 10/15/09
Hate Mail: We offend a reader, Rob Neyer and a Cubs blogger all in the same week
Hate Mail: We offend a reader, Rob Neyer and a Cubs blogger all in the same week
blog.mlive.com — Sometimes people dislike what we write. We give the ones who are adult enough to sign their real names to their comments a chance to voice their displeasure in Hate Mail. (more) Hate Mail: We offend a reader, Rob Neyer and a Cubs ...
Jeff Mathis, Clutch God
Jeff Mathis, Clutch God
hardballtimes.com — I wrote about this earlier in the year , but no one should be surprised that Jeff Mathis delivered the Angels' big hit last night. This year, he batted .344 in 46 High Leverage plate appearances vs. .144 in 119 Low Leverage plate appearances. That's a difference of 200 points. Think that's ... (more) Jeff Mathis, Clutch God
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