Steven Matz Can Redefine Relief Pitching

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     With Steven Matz recently being diagnosed with yet another elbow injury, he will not be ready to start the season. Robert Gsellman already earned a spot in the rotation, and Zack Wheeler earned the fifth spot. The question though will soon turn into what to do with Matz once he returns. I have an idea, but it will come off as radical. I propose that once he returns, the Mets should have Matz working out of the bullpen.

A WWE Offseason?

   
     The world of professional wrestling has long been considered a grind. In fact, it has been known to be a sport (yes, I consider it to be a mix of sport and theater) that takes a huge toll on the body throughout time. It is clear where I'm getting at with the monologue and the title of this article. I believe that at some point (especially with the increasing amount of injuries in recent years) that the WWE will need to implement some sort of offseason.

What Makes an MLB Player a Superstar?

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   The MLB has been a highly profitable league over the years. There are many reasons for that such as the colorful history of the game, and being great summer tradition. Perhaps the biggest reason of them all though, may be the star power the league possesses. The biggest question one could ask though is, what exactly makes a major league hitter a superstar?

The Idea Of Restricted Free Agency In Baseballl

     

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     The idea of restricted free agency in the majors was written about by Fangraphs writer, Travis Sawchik. He talks in great detail about how this would replace the arbitration system, and how it would lead to less awkwardness and debate about whether a player's paycheck is matching his production.

Looking At The Financial Benefits of a 1V1 Tournament

     The NBA All Star Break has come and gone, and it was nice to see it have a touch of Unicorn during the Skills Contest. The Three Point Contest saw Eric Gordon put on a nice display. The Dunk Contest proved its inconsistency by being a solid, yet unexciting affair. The most notable part of that weekend was Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant singing kumbaya in the way of a lob. However, there is one event that I believe can generate some much needed buzz for the All Star Weekends for years to come. This idea would be a One on One tournament. The overall benefits from this tournament would be tremendous for the league.

Exit Velocity May Be Overrated

    I'll be the first to admit it, Statcast is a helluva good time. People have wondered throughout time how hard Babe Ruth and Mike Piazza were able to hit a baseball. With Statcast, that is no longer a mystery, as we know exactly how hard guys are hitting the ball. It has certainly enhanced the experience of being a fan (and also has made being an executive for a team easier). Now people seem to love exit velocity, but what if I told you it may be a tad bit overrated?

Is Keeping Jay Bruce Really That Bad?

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     After an entire offseason of Jay Bruce essentially singing should I stay or should I go, his future is far more certain now. That is because he was informed that he will indeed stay with the Mets going into this season. It must be a relief for him now knowing he doesn't have to worry as to where he will play next season, but this move is has provided more of mixed feelings from the Mets fanbase, rather than relief. Maybe though, keeping Bruce around to start the season isn't all that bad, right?

Possible Destinations For Chase Headley

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     I mentioned in a previous article how the Yankees needed to go out and get Yangervis Solarte. This move would not only help the Yankees be competitive, but Solarte is also young (and cheap) enough to remain good as the young core of the team grows. On top of all of that, Solarte would help solidify the Third Base position for a long time. However, lets say the Yankees successfully trade for Solarte. The question then becomes, what does the team do with Chase Headley?

Diagnosing Michael Conforto

   

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 Michael Conforto can become one of the best hitters in the majors. This is due to the nice, smooth swing he’s carried since college and good pitch recognition. However, it’s safe to say that after a great stretch in 2015 and early start last season that he fell off a cliff the rest of the season. 

WWE: The Best and Worst of December 20th's Smackdown Live

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     After what was admittedly a disappointment at Roadblock: End of the Line and then the next night at Raw being a stinker, Smackdown did not have much of an act to follow. Despite that though, Smackdown once again acted as if Raw was providing stiff competition by putting out another entertaining show. Without further ado, allow me to share with you my favorite and least favorite moments from last night's show.

WWE Best and Worst of December 19th's Monday Night Raw

     After a pay per view that was truly a Roadblock on the way towards Raw inching back

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toward excitement, last nights show needed to bounce back. I believe last night's show took a step towards that. The show did that with some good moments, but they also had a few clunkers too. That is why I will discuss the best and worst moments from last nights show.

Scouting Ben Rowen

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     Earlier this week, the Mets signed Ben Rowen, to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training. On the surface, signing a 28 year old minor league journeyman might look like a meh signing, but I believe that this could be an important signing for our bullpen. 

WWE: The Best and Worst of December 13th's Smackdown Live

   

     Ever since the brand split in July, I have found myself watching Smackdown every week. This is something I haven't done since I was a kid. Even ten years ago, I found myself ignoring Smackdown. However, due to superb writing that has made just about every show feel like it matters, I have found myself enamored and anxiously awaiting the next show. This weeks show left me with plenty of moments to talk about, and I will share with you my favorite and least favorite ones. 

WWE: The Best and Worst of December 12th's Monday Night Raw

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     It is pretty safe to say that Raw has been very hit or miss since the Brand Split in July. Unfortunately for Raw though, they've had more stinkers than hits recently. However, last nights show was a solid show. That is certainly what they needed from their go-home show going into Roadblock: End of the Line. Here, I plan on mentioning my favorite, and least favorite moments from last nights broadcast.

Why The Yankees Need To Get Yangervis Solarte

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     Yangervis Solarte was a New York Yankee once upon a time. However, the Yankees needed a third baseman because you know, A-Rod couldn’t play the position anymore (I’ll leave it at that). They decided to trade for Chase Headley from the Padres. In this trade, one of the players they gave up as you may have guessed, was Yangervis Solarte. 

Three Left Handed Reliever Options For The Mets

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    Over the past two seasons, the Mets have been uncharacteristically busy. They have made trades for relievers, key hitters, signed free agents and most prominently, traded for an outfielder who ended up becoming a star. However, despite bringing the final mentioned player back, there are still moves to be made. One area of serious need is bringing in one (or more) left handed relievers.