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Chris Thompson

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Let’s Remember Some Locked-Out MLB Players, Day 1

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Barry Petchesky

DENVER, COLORADO - JULY 12: Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred Jr. speaks during a press conference announcing a partnership with the Players Alliance during the Gatorade All-Star Workout Day at Coors Field on July 12, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

2021 Gatorade All-Star Workout Day

Let’s Be Very Clear About What’s Going On Here

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David Roth

Corey Seager, seen here sitting on his butt tossing a baseball up in the air back when he was with the Dodgers, and before he joined the Rangers.

Championship Series – Los Angeles Dodgers v Atlanta Braves – Game Two

Here’s To The Texas Rangers And What They’re Trying To Do

at Dodger Stadium on July 6, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

Philadelphia Phillies v Los Angeles Dodgers

Oh Hell Yes, Hall Of Fame Arguing Season Is Here

New Mets GM Billy Eppler, seen here in 2019 when he was the GM of the Los Angeles Angels.

Los Angeles Angels Introduce – Anthony Rendon

The Mets Finally Filled The Least Desirable Position In Baseball

<a href="https://twitter.com/cdgoldstein">Craig Goldstein</a> is the editor-in-chief of Baseball Prospectus and the co-host of <a href="https://www.baseballprospectus.com/show/five-and-dive/">the Five &amp; Dive podcast</a>.



Patrick Dubuque is a writer and editor at Baseball Prospectus.

Craig Goldstein and Patrick Dubuque

The K-Zone featured in MLB broadcasts, seen here during a 2019 Cardinals/Braves game.

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It’s Time To Get Rid Of The K-Zone

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Ray Ratto

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 14: Buster Posey #28 of the San Francisco Giants reacts after a single by Gavin Lux #9 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the ninth inning in game 5 of the National League Division Series at Oracle Park on October 14, 2021 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Division Series – Los Angeles Dodgers v San Francisco Giants – Game Five

Buster Posey’s Exit Is His Acme

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Kelsey McKinney

General manager Jed Hoyer of the Chicago Cubs show off the World Series Championship ring before a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Wrigley Field on April 12, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois.

Los Angeles Dodgers v Chicago Cubs

A Really Good Idea I Have: Make The World Series Rings Normal-Sized

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 26: Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred looks on prior to Game One of the World Series between the Atlanta Braves and the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

World Series – Atlanta Braves v Houston Astros – Game One

Who’s Ready For The MLB Lockout?

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Lauren Theisen

World Series – Atlanta Braves v Houston Astros – Game Six

Has Jorge Soler’s Home Run Hit The Ground Yet?

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Albert Burneko

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 31: An Atlanta Braves braves fan reacts following Houston Astros 9-5 win in Game Five of the World Series at Truist Park on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

World Series – Atlanta Braves v Houston Astros – Game Five

Media Meltdowns

Here Are Some Dishonest Defenses Of Baseball

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 31: Manager Brian Snitker #43 of the Atlanta Braves makes a pitching change during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros in Game Five of the World Series at Truist Park on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Too Many Pitching Changes, Not Enough Scapegoats

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 31: Zack Greinke #21 of the Houston Astros reacts after a pinch-hit single against the Atlanta Braves during the fourth inning in Game Five of the World Series at Truist Park on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

A Fond Farewell And Good Riddance To Pitchers Hitting. You Were Abominable. I’ll Miss You.

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Tom Ley

World Series – Atlanta Braves v Houston Astros – Game Four

Everybody Got What They Came For

ANAHEIM, CA - SEPTEMBER 18: Manager Bob Melvin #6 of the Oakland Athletics argues with umpire Mark Carlson #6 after a call was reversed during the seventh inning against Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 18, 2021 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Oakland Athletics v Los Angeles Angels

Bob Melvin Is Full Of Surprises

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Elephant For Sale

This All Really Sucks

Rob Manfred Reaches A New Low

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Charlie Morton #50 of the Atlanta Braves looks on against the Houston Astros during the second inning in Game One of the World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas.

Charlie Morton Broke His Leg! But When???

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The World Series You Want Is Rarely The One You Get

Championship Series – Los Angeles Dodgers v Atlanta Braves – Game Six

Tyler Matzek Deserves This Moment

Championship Series – Atlanta Braves v Los Angeles Dodgers – Game Four

Eddie Rosario And The Braves Are A Perfect Match

Jose Altuve stands without his hat in the field, looking unhappy

Championship Series – Houston Astros v Boston Red Sox – Game Four

I Would Like To Forgive The Astros One Day

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Look At This Grouch

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Luis Paez-Pumar

Kyle Schwarber #18 of the Boston Red Sox hits a grand slam home run against the Houston Astros in the second inning of Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Fenway Park on October 18, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Championship Series – Houston Astros v Boston Red Sox – Game Three

The Astros Need To Get Something, Anything, From Their Rotation

The Braves Have Nothing To Lose And A Lot To Steal