Has The Sweet Spot Changed with the Torpedo Bats?

Baseballology

by Russ_Cohen - March 31, 2025March 31, 20250

The sweet spot has long been talked about regarding baseball bats. Since sometime in 1919, bats have all been one piece and certain measurements. That hasn’t changed but the science behind them has. I interviewed Professor Lloyd Smith, who leads WSU’s Sports Science Laboratory. “My first thought was smoke and

Russ’s Rants – – Manfred Reviewing Pete Rose Case is For Show

Baseballology

by Russ_Cohen - March 6, 2025March 6, 20250

Every few years there is talk about overturning the Pete Rose case. That happened while he was alive and now posthumously. Rob Manfred wants to give the appearance of being fair but in this case there’s no reason to do that. The Dowd report stands on its own. Fay Vincent

Life Lessons With Clint Hurdle

Baseballology

by Matthew Blittner - January 13, 2025January 13, 20250

Whoever said we could only ever talk about hockey in this column? Certainly not me. Nor did my Editor. So, today, we’re going to jump sports to the world of baseball as we learn some valuable lessons from former MLB Manager, Clint Hurdle, who is now also an Author! First, for

Mets Shopping List in Free Agency

Baseballology

by Russ_Cohen - October 29, 2024October 29, 20240

Here is my plan for David Stearns. He is the front office. Well, the biggest part of it since there is still no general manager. I don’t believe that Pete Alonso wants to return to the New York Mets. So, I won’t be upset if he doesn’t return. I won’t blame

HEADLINE: Ali The Anthem Singer Checks Devils Off Her List

by Matthew Blittner - October 19, 2024October 19, 20240

More than just the players on the ice perform during a hockey game. In fact, there are a whole bunch of aspects that go into a live professional sports event; more than just the players. Although, the players are the main attraction. Or, at least, they are in the eyes

Mets vs. Dodgers – – A Few Key Points

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by Russ_Cohen - October 12, 2024October 12, 20240

The New York Mets are on a nice run and it continues in the NLCS. I’ve been getting many messages and texts from various folks talking about how it’s the Mets year. I see where that’s possible, but I must take that a series at a time. That’s how I’m

Stearns and Mendoza Have Made some Curious Decisions

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by Russ_Cohen - August 19, 2024August 19, 20240

The decision to trade for Huascar Brazoban was a head-scratcher. The Mets had already added a lot of new arms to the bullpen and my worry was they would have a hard to knowing what to do with some of these pitchers. When Brazoban came in with a 2-1 lead

The 2024 Mets Aren’t a Cohesive Team

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by Russ_Cohen - May 16, 2024May 19, 20240

Let me explain. This team has a few core players, some prospects, and a collection of players. If you watch them closely, that’s how they play on most nights. They have a rookie manager in Carlos Mendoza who is trying to paint a better picture than we all see. That’s

MLB Rule Changes Have Hurt Pitchers

Baseballology

by Russ_Cohen - April 13, 2024April 13, 20240

The one thing about baseball that makes it special is the ace. A guy like Justin Verlander is worth the price of admission and can make hitters look like they need to go back to the drawing board. The problem is, when pitching was outpacing hitting, major league baseball did

Review of the Hard Rock Betting App

Baseballology

by Russ_Cohen - April 5, 2024April 5, 20240

I was given a small stipend to check out this app. Folks can now use it in New Jersey, and I will include a link if you’re interested. In the meantime, here was my experience. Use it on your phone. There were too many steps on the computer. With the