Remember the movie The Rookie starring Dennis Quaid made in the early 2000's? This story isn't exactly the same but there are parts that are very similar. A pitcher with a great amount of potential who never quite got it right; a last ditch effort to realize a life-long dream; and a triumph that no... Continue Reading →
Trying To Understand People Who Don’t Like Sports
Okay, so I am starting this off by saying that this isn't a shot at anyone who does not embrace in the world of sports in any kind, but it is just trying to get and understand of what are you doing if they aren't in your life. Listen up people, sports make the world... Continue Reading →
Indians Still Looking to Deal Kluber or Bauer
One of the off-season headlines that isn't getting much attention is the Indians shopping of both of their aces. They are looking to trade either Corey Kluber or Trevor Bauer and still remain competitive. Yes, you read that right. After three straight division titles, it seems some of the teams in their division have made... Continue Reading →
Why Red Sox Fans should be routing for a Craig Kimbrel reunion
Over the course of his three year stint with the Boston Red Sox, closer Craig Kimbrel has compiled a 2.44 ERA over 184.1 innings. He converted 108 out of 119 save opportunities during his tenure in Boston. Reports of his demise have been greatly exaggerated as his numbers remain elite, and after all, he... Continue Reading →
Could Harper and Machado be on the same team?
As the MLB hot stove continues on throughout the beginning of winter, two of the biggest dominoes have yet to fall. Former MVP Bryce Harper and perennial All-Star Manny Machado have yet to choose their new teams for the foreseeable future. It seems that literally any team in the league would jump at the chance... Continue Reading →
The Red Sox should target this young All-Star Reliever in Free Agency
The Red Sox have a very clear primary need as the Hot Stove heats up. With Joe Kelly heading to Los Angeles (to team up with the players he embarrassed in the World Series) and Craig Kimbrel all but gone, the Red Sox are in desperate need for late inning relievers. Adam Ottavino (6-4, 2.42... Continue Reading →
OUR GUY Joe Kelly is heading to the Dodgers
Upset, sad, devastated. None of these words can truly wrap up the emotions we have right now here at WTF Sports as "Around the Diamond" favorite Joe Kelly is headed west to the team he dominated in the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Kelly has signed on with the Dodgers with a 3 year... Continue Reading →
Patrick Corbin to Nationals
Corbin has reportedly agreed to a six-year deal with the Washington Nationals. The numbers are not out yet but Ken Rosenthal said it has exceed Yu Darvish's $126M guaranteed contract with the Chicago Cubs. Corbin adds to an already powerful rotation that features a three-time Cy Young Winner in Max Scherzer and the talented Right-Hander... Continue Reading →
The Price of Victory
David Price has been mocked for years as a pitcher who cannot pitch in the postseason. He joined the Red Sox with the intention of changing that narrative. In his introductory press conference Price said, “I’m ready to be a Red Sox and I’m ready to help this team and this city win.” Three years... Continue Reading →