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Who’s running my team: The Cleveland Indians

The decision-makers of the Cleveland Indians are Chris Antonetti and GM Michael Chernoff. They have operated autonomously for the Dolan's since 2012.
Bill Felber|Jan 18, 2020

An open letter to the MLB commissioner’s office

An open letter on how the MLB ruined the spirit and fairness of America's past time for one young journalist, broadcaster and fan.
Mitchell Vareldzis|Jan 18, 2020

MLB: Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens HOF prospects

Analyzing the prospects for the Hall of Fame candidacies of former MLB players Barry Bonds or Roger Clemens to make gains when results come on Tuesday.
Bill Felber|Jan 18, 2020

Atlanta Braves: Why Can’t Ozzie Albies Go Right?

Atlanta Braves 2B Ozzie Albies is one of the most talented young players in MLB.  So why can't one of the best young stars in MLB go to his right?
Ryan Sanders|Jan 18, 2020

Cincinnati Reds: Understanding who’s running my team

Under owner Bob Castellini, the Cincinnati Reds have taken a largely stable approach to management, with Duick Williams and Nick Krall in charge.
Bill Felber|Jan 18, 2020

MLB: The cheaters don’t always prosper

MLB will survive the current Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal just as it survived lots of old scandals, including the PED era.
Jeff Kallman|Jan 18, 2020

Houston Astros: The next sign-stealing casualties

The reputations and Hall of Fame candidacies of several players - not just on the Houston Astros - are tarnished after the sign-stealing scandal.
Bill Felber|Jan 17, 2020

New York Mets: Why Carlos Beltran had to go

Carlos Beltran and the New York Mets parted ways Thursday because it would have been impossible for the team to focus on winning games if he had stayed.
Bill Felber|Jan 17, 2020

MLB Projections: Top 10 Third Baseman Heading into 2020

Today, ‘Call to the Pen’ is going to project the top 10 third basemen in baseball heading into the highly anticipated 2020 MLB season.
Edward Lennon|Jan 17, 2020

New York Mets: Carlos Beltran, meet Wally Backman

Former New York Mets manager Carlos Beltran has company in Wally Backman, who was also forced out before managing a single game.
David Hill|Jan 17, 2020

Chicago Cubs: Understanding who’s running my team

Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer are established as a duo running the Chicago Cubs on Chi-Town's North Side. They have been a team since 2012.
Bill Felber|Jan 17, 2020

Texas Rangers: Sam Travis may finally get his chance

After being one of the Boston Red Sox top prospects for years, Sam Travis may finally get his chance with the Texas Rangers.
David Hill|Jan 17, 2020

New York Mets: Free Carlos Beltran

Carlos Beltran may have been a major piece in the Houston Astros sign stealing scandal, but that does not mean the New York Mets should have fired him.
Edward Lennon|Jan 17, 2020

New York Mets advisor Jessica Mendoza walks back her Mike Fiers bash

ESPN reporter and New York Mets advisor Jessica Mendoza cracked on Mike Fiers whistleblowing. Then, she walked it back... A little.
Jeff Kallman|Jan 16, 2020

Chicago White Sox: Understanding who’s running my team

The leadership team of the Chicago White Sox has been in place since 2012. Senior VP Ken Williams and GM Rick Hahn are the powers.
Bill Felber|Jan 16, 2020

New York Mets: Carlos Beltran resigns as manager in Astrogate fallout

New York Mets manager Carlos Beltran has "stepped away" before he could be fired after MLB names him as a main participant in the sign-stealing scandal.
Jeff Kallman|Jan 16, 2020

Atlanta Braves scrambling after losing Josh Donaldson

The Atlanta Braves are scrambling to find options at third base after Josh Donaldson signed with the Minnesota Twins this week.
Tyler Roberts|Jan 16, 2020

MLB Projections: Top 10 Shortstops for the 2020 Season

Today, 'Call to the Pen' is going to examine the top 10 shortstops in baseball using the "Steamer" MLB projections system.
Manny Gómez|Jan 16, 2020

San Diego Padres sign lottery ticket in Jerad Eickhoff

The San Diego Padres signed the perfect lottery ticket in Jerad Eickhoff. If he is healthy, that investment could pay off handsomely.
David Hill|Jan 16, 2020

Boston Red Sox: Speculating on Alex Cora’s fate

Only MLB commissioner Rob Manfred knows which guillotine to drop on former Boston Red Sox skipper Alex Cora's throat.
Jeff Kallman|Jan 16, 2020
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