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Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus argues with home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt after a strike three call against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. The Rangers won 7-2. Credit: Jim Cowsert-US PRESSWIRE

The Infuriating Jose Molina

Batters get frustrated with home-plate umpires all the time. Jose Molina is one of the reasons for that.

By Jeff Sullivan - Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 4:19 PM // 14 comments

Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols during the eighth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Angel Stadium. Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-US PRESSWIRE

When All Else Fails, Fire The Hitting Coach

Albert Pujols is off to the worst start of his, or nearly anyone's, career. This must be the fault of his hitting coach. Right?

By Al Yellon - Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 2:49 PM // 7 comments

BALTIMORE, MD - Outfielders Xavier Avery #13 (L), Nick Markakis #21 (C) and Adam Jones #10 of the Baltimore Orioles celebrate the Orioles 5-2 win over the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

The Freakish Parity Of The American League East

The American League East has always been filled with good teams. But what happens when the bad teams start playing well?

By Grant Brisbee - Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 1:56 PM // 6 comments

TORONTO, CANADA: Brett Lawrie and Manager John Farrell of the Toronto Blue Jays argue a call with Umpire Bill Miller during MLB game action against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Brad White/Getty Images)

Brett Lawrie And The Human Element

Tuesday night, there was an incident between Brett Lawrie and home-plate umpire Bill Miller. There didn't need to be, but there was, on account of the humans.

By Jeff Sullivan - Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 9:30 AM // 40 comments

NEW YORK, NY - Ryan Braun of the Milwaukee Brewers walks to first after being hit by D.J. Carrasco of the New York Mets at CitiField. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Terry Collins, David Wright, And The Mets/Brewers Kerfuffle

The Mets and Brewers had a thing on Tuesday night, but Mets manager Terry Collins did something unusual and stopped it from getting worse. By Grant Brisbee on May 16, 2012   // 5 Comments

Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Angels first baseman Mark Trumbo celebrates after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The Angels won 6-2. Credit: Kelvin Kuo-US PRESSWIRE

The Angel Who's Improved

The 2012 regular season has not quite gone as the Los Angeles Angels planned. But one player in particular seems to have elevated his game. By Jeff Sullivan on May 15, 2012   // 6 Comments

Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher A.J. Ellis gets brushed back by a pitch as Colorado Rockies catcher Ramon Hernandez catches the ball at Dodger Stadium. Dodgers won 11-4. Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-US PRESSWIRE

A Decade Of Patience, Patience

A.J. Ellis has waited a long time to start for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Now he's having one of the best seasons in baseball. By Grant Brisbee on May 15, 2012   // 12 Comments

CHICAGO, IL: Danny Duffy #23 of the Kansas City Royals leaves the game against the Chicago White Sox in the first inning with an injury at U.S. Cellular Field in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by David Banks/Getty Images)

The Royals And Pitcher Development

The Royals have had luck producing quality hitters over the last few years, but they continue to struggle at developing effective pitchers. By Marc Normandin on May 15, 2012   // 3 Comments

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A Miracle Squared: Celebrating The Greatness Of Bo Jackson

We're not celebrating a nice round anniversary of anything Bo Jackson did. We're celebrating him simply because he's the greatest athlete we've ever seen. Here, Jon Bois and Bomani Jones discuss their childhood hero. By Jon Bois on May 15, 2012   // 45 Comments

Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie (13) fields his position against the Tampa Bay Rays at the Rogers Centre. The Rays beat the Blue Jays 9-4. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-US PRESSWIRE

The Toronto Blue Jays' Secret Weapon

There are a lot of things to like about the current Toronto Blue Jays. One of them in particular - a real team strength - probably doesn't get its due. By Jeff Sullivan on May 15, 2012   // 4 Comments

Atlanta, GA, USA; (Editors note: Multiple exposure image) Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels (35) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the third inning at Turner Field. The Phillies defeated the Braves 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-US PRESSWIRE

Cole Hamels, The Phillies, And The 7-Year Itch

Are the Phillies really going to forge ahead without Cole Hamels? The answer now might be different than it was just a couple of months ago. By Grant Brisbee on May 15, 2012   // 7 Comments

PITTSBURGH, PA - Brad Lincoln #32 of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who replaced teammate Erik Bedard #45 after he left with an injury, pitches against the Washington Nationals during the game. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)

Pirates Hoping To Finally Catch A Break With Brad Lincoln

Brad Lincoln started for the Pirates on Monday night, as he hopes to build on his first-round pedigree. By Grant Brisbee on May 14, 2012   // 19 Comments

ST. LOUIS, MO: Carlos Beltran #3 of the St. Louis Cardinals hits an RBI triple against the Atlanta Braves at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Something Else Josh Hamilton, Carlos Beltran, And Matt Kemp Have In Common

One thing Josh Hamilton, Carlos Beltran, and Matt Kemp have in common is that this year they've all been offensive wrecking balls. There is something else they have in common, too. By Jeff Sullivan on May 14, 2012   // 8 Comments

MIAMI, FL - David Wright of the New York Mets throws for an out during a game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. (Photo by Sarah Glenn/Getty Images)

David Wright And The Near Certainty Of A Mets Extension

David Wright is going bananas on the National League this year. He also isn't a great bet to see free agency for a few years. By Grant Brisbee on May 14, 2012   // 3 Comments

Matt Garza of the Chicago Cubs attempts a bunt against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

It's Time For The National League To Adopt The DH

Almost all pitchers are terrible at hitting, and they're getting worse. Let's give them permanent time off from batting, by adopting the DH in the National League. By Al Yellon on May 14, 2012   // 530 Comments

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(Almost) Everybody's Doing The Shift

So how often are teams using a defensive shift these days? John Dewan:

In each of the last two years, there have been about 1,900 shifts in MLB. This year we’re on pace for twice that, about 3,800.

To see which teams are employing the "Shift Defense" and which aren't, read the whole thing.

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by Jason Brannon • May 16, 2012 8:14 PM EDT

The Giants' Lineup On Wednesday

Madison Bumgarner hit a run-scoring double earlier this month. It was his sixth double in 118 career at-bats.

In Emmanuel Burriss's last 100 games dating back to 2009, a span of 236 at-bats, he has one double. This was that double.

In related news, Madison Bumgarner is hitting eighth for the Giants on Wednesday night, ahead of Emmanuel Burriss.

comments What do you think?

by Grant Brisbee • May 16, 2012 6:57 PM EDT

Jose Altuve

Jose Altuve stands 5-foot-5. Tal’s Hill in Houston’s center field has a 30-degree slope. In order to be as tall as Jed Lowrie, Altuve would have to stand 14 inches up the hill. In order to be as tall as Justin Maxwell, Altuve would have to stand 24 inches up the hill. In order to be as tall as Randy Johnson, Altuve would have to stand 34 inches up the hill.

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by Jeff Sullivan • May 16, 2012 6:49 PM EDT

Field Of Dreams

And in those dreams, Rickey Henderson is there to share his illeism with the world.

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by Grant Brisbee • May 16, 2012 5:42 PM EDT

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