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Ten Utterly Irrational Reasons the Indians Will Win the Pennant

Merritt Rohlfing — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:00:01 +0000

Considering how far we’ve come with advanced analysis and statistical forecasting in baseball, it has to be the consensus that it’s the unpredictability that draws us to the game. Whether it’s the A’s and Orioles going to the playoffs or the Red Sox and Braves collapsing on a historical level, or even little things like a seeing eye single or a game winning blast from an unlikely bench player (Dan Johnson!), these are the moments we actually watch the game for. We search for rationality and reason behind it all, a way to tell what’s going to happen, but celebrate that which we cannot foresee. (more…)

A Conflicted Man’s Open Letter to Drew Stubbs

Merritt Rohlfing — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 16:17:34 +0000

Dear Drew Stubbs,

First, let me take the opportunity to welcome you to the Cleveland Indians. I know you might feel a bit neglected as Cleveland blew up the free agent market and somehow became the talk of the league with Nick Swisher and Michael Bourn. But make no mistake, we’re all happy to have you in town. (more…)

Indians Fans React to Michael Bourn Signing

Brian Heise — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:54:06 +0000

At around 8:30 Monday night it was announced that the Indians had agreed to a four year, $48 million contract with free agent outfielder and leadoff hitter extraordinaire, Michael Bourn. (more…)