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Christian Vazquez

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16 articles

Mariners Outslug Astros in 10‑5 Victory

The Seattle Mariners secured a 10‑5 win over the Houston Astros on August 15, 2026, driven by Cole Young’s career‑high four RBIs and a solid seven‑inning outing from Emerson Hancock.

Aug 16, 2026

The Cost of Mediocrity at Catcher

A deep dive into the 'replacement‑level killer' phenomenon at catcher, highlighting underperforming backstops across the playoff picture and the players who could provide the needed spark.

Jul 28, 2026

MLB Trade Deadline Looms as Teams Eye Moves

As the August 3 deadline approaches, teams with slim playoff odds are exploring trades, while owners and managers weigh the impact on their rosters and fantasy leagues.

Jul 23, 2026

Yordan Alvarez’s Preparation Fuels His AL Lead

Yordan Alvarez’s meticulous study of pitch tendencies and video has made him the American League’s most feared hitter, leading the league in home runs and RBIs while becoming the first Astros player to reach 30 homers before the All-Star break.

Jul 13, 2026

Dodgers Eye Trade Deadline Moves to Bolster Rotation and Bullpen

The Los Angeles Dodgers sit atop the National League West with a 56‑31 record, holding a 12‑game cushion over the San Diego Padres. Their +157 run differential underscores a dominant performance that has many already penciling them into the postseason.

Jul 3, 2026

Framing Weakness as a Strategic Weapon

An analysis of Statcast data reveals that catchers are more effective at overturning calls when they target zones where their framing is weakest, especially on the glove side of the plate.

Jun 10, 2026

The Long Shadow of the 2017 Astros Scandal

A decade after the Houston Astros’ sign‑stealing scandal, the team’s depleted farm system and costly trades have left the franchise grappling with a weakened roster and limited prospects for a swift rebound.

Jun 2, 2026