CJ Prutch 
Basketball has no shortage of slang terms that seem unrelated to the sport—just like baseball’s “can of corn” or football’s “carry the rock.” Fans and players use these phrases casually, but for newcomers, they can sound completely random. One of the most common examples in basketball is the word “dime”. If you’ve spent any time … Read more
In this article, we’ll go over the most difficult positions to play defensively in baseball. Although every position is difficult to play, there are different factors to keep in mind for each position that may make one more or less difficult than another. Taken into consideration here are the frequency of involvement and degree of … Read more
We review the best sunflower seeds using our 5-category process to determine which we think are among the best. Having played baseball and been around the game for many years, I’ve had my fair share of sunflower seeds. Baseball and sunflower seeds go hand in hand. Especially for those who prefer to eat sunflower seeds … Read more
A popular stat in baseball and category in fantasy baseball for pitchers is “holds”. Holds used to not be calculated or really looked at until the last 30+ years, and really a lot more over the last decade. What is a hold in baseball? A hold is when a relief pitcher enters a game in … Read more
There sure seems like a lot of baseballs are used during every single MLB game. But just how many? How Many Baseball Are Used In A Season? When you watch an MLB game, you’ll notice there are dozens of balls used throughout one game. Almost to where it seems like many are wasted. Catchers toss … Read more
If you watch a Major League Baseball game today, you will undoubtedly see a player wearing a necklace or “chain. But what for? Why is it so common? Baseball players are known to be superstitious. But is this the only reason so many wear chains? Is there an advantage? If not, then why do baseball … Read more
Hitting a baseball is often considered one of the most challenging feats in all of sports. The speed at which the ball is hit plays a significant role in the success of a batter. In order to understand the factors that impact the velocity of a baseball when it’s hit, it’s essential to delve into … Read more
Major League Baseball is known for offering some of the best pension and healthcare benefits among professional sports leagues. With a pension plan that vests after just 43 days on the active roster and lifetime medical coverage provided after one day in the majors, it is undoubtedly an attractive perk for baseball athletes. The MLB … Read more
In American football, terms such as “1st and 15” or “2nd and 13” hold significant importance in understanding the dynamics of the game. These phrases describe the situation a team’s offense faces as they try to move towards their opponent’s end zone. Understanding these terms can help you comprehend the game and gain insight into … Read more
There are many routes in football. Its important to have a developed route tree, and have your receivers practice the proper footwork for them all. This article will focus specifically on the dig route. The Dig route in football is a fundamental passing route that is crucial for any offensive playbook. Often referred to as … Read more