An Oral History of Scott Rolen’s Defensive Excellence
With help from many, we trace the Hall-of-Famer from his earliest days to his impeccable preparation and Gold Glove skills
With help from many, we trace the Hall-of-Famer from his earliest days to his impeccable preparation and Gold Glove skills
Greene's specialty was going back to get balls and making diving plays. We provide the numbers for both.
Allen shapes up as a Gold Glove (and Fielding Bible Award) candidate this season and his approach to the position is a little different from many shortstops.
The Astros defense was great behind Justin Verlander last season. Who else got big-time defensive support? Spoiler: A few pitchers headed to new teams.
The Nationals set a 20-year low for Defensive Runs Saved at shortstop but a late-2022 acquisition and switch has us intrigued for 2023.
Escobar is coming off the worst defensive season of his career. We take note of his biggest issue.
Rodriguez made the Mariners so much better defensively last season. We share one area in which he can improve and another where he's advised to be careful.
The Padres have handed shortstop to a player who has made significant strides in his game, though one concern looms.
You may not be impressed with his defense but our numbers have him doing alright.
Pitchers and catchers report to their MLB teams this week. To celebrate as we get ready for baseball, here are nine pitcher and catcher-related stats celebrating their defensive play. 1) The catcher leader in Defensive Runs Saved last season was Jose Trevino of the Yankees with 21. Adley Rutschman of…