http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ en-us https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a37e45afbf98a49729c6a81384b5eccc?s=400&d=mm&r=g http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ Tony Blengino's stories. Copyright 2024 Forbes Media LLC http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/07/03/real-or-fake-pitching-breakthrough-royals-rhp-seth-lugo/ Lugo is leading the AL in wins (11), ERA (2.17) and innings pitched (116) as we approach the All-Star break. A deeper dive into his metrics exposes some vulnerabilities. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66845ae33ec59216bf84a02a Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:55:23 -0400 2024-07-04T07:50:24-04:00 Lugo is leading the AL in wins (11), ERA (2.17) and innings pitched (116) as we approach the All-Star break. A deeper dive into his metrics exposes some vulnerabilities. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/07/02/real-or-fake-pitching-breakthrough-braves-rhp-reynaldo-lopez/ Lopez will likely move into the MLB ERA lead after today's start gives him enough innings to qualify. Advanced metrics paint a far different picture of his work. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66833fefd8567e0af4a814e6 Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:00:06 -0400 2024-07-02T09:00:20-04:00 Lopez will likely move into the MLB ERA lead after today's start gives him enough innings to qualify. Advanced metrics paint a far different picture of his work. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/07/01/pirates-ponder-position-player-adds-amid-young-pitcher-breakthroughs/ In Paul Skenes and Jared Jones, the Pirates possess two of the most dominant young starters in the game. With plenty of depth behind them, a trade for bats could happen. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6681f66b0b125a6db154151f Mon, 01 Jul 2024 08:45:14 -0400 2024-07-02T04:47:21-04:00 In Paul Skenes and Jared Jones, the Pirates possess two of the most dominant young starters in the game. With plenty of depth behind them, a trade for bats could happen. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/25/braves-chris-sale-is-healthy-and-performing-like-an-elite-staff-ace/ Sale has been one of the best pitchers of the last 20 years, combining an excellent K/BB profile with high-end contact management skill. Plus, he's finally healthy. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_667a0e03cd5cb46200ea712f Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:08:07 -0400 2024-06-26T03:54:24-04:00 Sale has been one of the best pitchers of the last 20 years, combining an excellent K/BB profile with high-end contact management skill. Plus, he's finally healthy. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/24/guardians-steven-kwan-latest-mlb-hitter-to-make-run-at-400-average/ Kwan never strikes out, hits line drives at a prodigious rate, runs the bases well and already has two Gold Gloves. The Guardian LF is also tapping into some pull power. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_667893c95878340687cb798c Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:54:00 -0400 2024-06-26T03:54:07-04:00 Kwan never strikes out, hits line drives at a prodigious rate, runs the bases well and already has two Gold Gloves. The Guardian LF is also tapping into some pull power. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/18/injured-or-not-corbin-carrolls-first-half-output-a-cause-for-concern/ The 2023 NL Rookie of the Year and 5th place MVP finisher is off to a slow start, and was removed from Sunday's game with left rib cage discomfort. What's gone wrong? Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_667086267bbe9b46104fdf0d Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:54:13 -0400 2024-06-19T03:54:55-04:00 The 2023 NL Rookie of the Year and 5th place MVP finisher is off to a slow start, and was removed from Sunday's game with left rib cage discomfort. What's gone wrong? Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/17/mlb-has-adjusted-to-mariners-julio-rodriguez-he-must-adjust-back/ The Seattle Mariners have the game's largest division lead despite an uninspiring start from Rodriguez, their best player. What does he need to do to reach his potential? Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_666f790c4f5aab129643ddf8 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:10:16 -0400 2024-06-19T03:49:28-04:00 The Seattle Mariners have the game's largest division lead despite an uninspiring start from Rodriguez, their best player. What does he need to do to reach his potential? Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/12/yankee-luis-gil-latest-starting-pitcher-to-dominate-with-his-fastball/ Gil has been a revelation in his return from 2022 Tommy John surgery. He's entering uncharted waters with regard to workload after throwing 345 IP in nine pro seasons. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6668a6c0e2652050135d43cc Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:47:35 -0400 2024-06-13T13:40:20-04:00 Gil has been a revelation in his return from 2022 Tommy John surgery. He's entering uncharted waters with regard to workload after throwing 345 IP in nine pro seasons. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/11/phillies-ranger-suarez-emerging-as-clubs-third-ace-starting-pitcher/ Suarez leads MLB both wins (10) and ERA (1.81) as his Phils have the game's best record. The lefty's final remaining frontier? Proving his durability over a full season. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66675ca005434d66a4610d5b Tue, 11 Jun 2024 08:56:23 -0400 2024-06-12T03:46:17-04:00 Suarez leads MLB both wins (10) and ERA (1.81) as his Phils have the game's best record. The lefty's final remaining frontier? Proving his durability over a full season. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/10/twins-pablo-lopez-has-been-better-than-his-subpar-numbers-indicate/ Advanced numbers saw Lopez as a legit contender for the AL Cy Young Award in 2023, and say his ERA should be over two full runs better thus far in 2024. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6664cad529f5dc6aaae90985 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 08:58:09 -0400 2024-06-11T05:01:09-04:00 Advanced numbers saw Lopez as a legit contender for the AL Cy Young Award in 2023, and say his ERA should be over two full runs better thus far in 2024. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/05/against-all-odds-jurickson-profar-finally-becoming-a-star-ar-age-31/ The Padres signed Profar in mid-February for $1 million plus incentives, and he's rewarded them with a breakthrough season as a fixture near the top of their lineup. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_665f9e3d8b61a8634d5ed6b1 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:49:42 -0400 2024-06-06T03:55:19-04:00 The Padres signed Profar in mid-February for $1 million plus incentives, and he's rewarded them with a breakthrough season as a fixture near the top of their lineup. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/04/aaron-judges-toe-is-just-fine-as-his-absurd-peak-continues/ After adjusting for the bad luck Judge had on batted balls in 2023, his current three-season peak period ranks right there with Babe Ruth, Ted Williams and Barry Bonds. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_665e14c4f2e17d57df40c6a7 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 08:27:03 -0400 2024-06-06T03:55:18-04:00 After adjusting for the bad luck Judge had on batted balls in 2023, his current three-season peak period ranks right there with Babe Ruth, Ted Williams and Barry Bonds. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/06/03/suddenly-homer-friendly-progressive-field-key-to-guardians-hot-start/ Cleveland has evolved overnight into a run-scoring machine. While sluggers Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have led the charge, Progressive Field has also played a role. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_665d075eb7b514278d908e84 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:57:29 -0400 2024-06-04T03:37:18-04:00 Cleveland has evolved overnight into a run-scoring machine. While sluggers Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have led the charge, Progressive Field has also played a role. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/31/extreme-pitcher-friendly-nature-of-citi-field-is-another-mets-problem/ Previously neutral, the Mets' home field has been an extreme pitchers' park in 2023-24, limiting hits of all types. Their hitters haven't been good enough to overcome it. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6658f0366cd9524fb8bf05bf Fri, 31 May 2024 08:36:03 -0400 2024-06-04T02:24:32-04:00 Previously neutral, the Mets' home field has been an extreme pitchers' park in 2023-24, limiting hits of all types. Their hitters haven't been good enough to overcome it. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/21/mets-desperately-need-francisco-lindor-to-rebound-from-his-slow-start/ The Mets remain on the fringes of wild card position despite the absence of Kodai Senga, the implosion of Edwin Diaz, and rough starts by Lindor and Pete Alonso. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_664ba063a85a586abf65b89e Tue, 21 May 2024 08:55:27 -0400 2024-06-04T01:27:56-04:00 The Mets remain on the fringes of wild card position despite the absence of Kodai Senga, the implosion of Edwin Diaz, and rough starts by Lindor and Pete Alonso. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/20/is-it-time-to-start-worrying-about-ronald-acuna-jrs-slow-start/ After a dynamic breakthrough season in 2023 that transcended its formidable numbers, Ronald Acuna Jr. has struggled thus far in 2024. What do the underlying metrics say? Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_664a9546160b953c4d3bb1e8 Mon, 20 May 2024 09:12:33 -0400 2024-06-04T01:15:29-04:00 After a dynamic breakthrough season in 2023 that transcended its formidable numbers, Ronald Acuna Jr. has struggled thus far in 2024. What do the underlying metrics say? Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/14/shohei-ohtani-blocking-out-distractions-taking-game-to-new-heights/ Ohtani has combined the best attributes of elite power and contact hitting, amid the distractions of elbow surgery rehab and the Ippei Mizuhara gambling investigation. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66425fa52ea3097841dd8f47 Tue, 14 May 2024 09:09:30 -0400 2024-06-03T08:27:03-04:00 Ohtani has combined the best attributes of elite power and contact hitting, amid the distractions of elbow surgery rehab and the Ippei Mizuhara gambling investigation. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/13/is-phillies-alec-bohms-big-start-a-breakthrough-or-a-blip/ Bohm has been a big part of the Phillies' torrid start. Like a young Christian Yelich, he hits his liners and grounders hard, but has been slow to develop game power. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66411db8c1a4e724ad4b4d24 Mon, 13 May 2024 09:06:28 -0400 2024-06-03T08:24:33-04:00 Bohm has been a big part of the Phillies' torrid start. Like a young Christian Yelich, he hits his liners and grounders hard, but has been slow to develop game power. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/08/josh-naylor-leading-cleveland-guardians-to-strong-start-in-al-central/ The Guardians have one of MLB's best records, thanks in large part to clutch hitting and bullpen heroics. Naylor's emergence as an elite hitter lengthens their lineup. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_663a7711efcd605b6c193b9c Wed, 08 May 2024 09:11:59 -0400 2024-06-03T06:58:12-04:00 The Guardians have one of MLB's best records, thanks in large part to clutch hitting and bullpen heroics. Naylor's emergence as an elite hitter lengthens their lineup. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/07/shota-imanaga-off-to-great-start-in-his-first-month-with-the-cubs/ The Cubs' Imanaga didn't get nearly as much attention as fellow Japanese free agent and new Dodger Yoshinobu Yamamoto, but he's been the superior performer thus far. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66392a535be05b41f7a527b6 Tue, 07 May 2024 09:10:22 -0400 2024-05-07T11:00:05-04:00 The Cubs' Imanaga didn't get nearly as much attention as fellow Japanese free agent and new Dodger Yoshinobu Yamamoto, but he's been the superior performer thus far. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/06/milwaukee-brewers-outperforming-expectations-on-top-of-nl-central/ Former skipper Craig Counsell fled to Chicago, Corbin Burnes got traded, Devin Williams and Christian Yelich got hurt, but the William Contreras-led Brewers are thriving. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6637de95051530420508fc0e Mon, 06 May 2024 09:09:27 -0400 2024-05-06T09:15:01-04:00 Former skipper Craig Counsell fled to Chicago, Corbin Burnes got traded, Devin Williams and Christian Yelich got hurt, but the William Contreras-led Brewers are thriving. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/03/seasons-first-month-an-absolute-disaster-for-the-houston-astros/ Was it merely a slump or real cracks in the foundation of a dynasty? Jose Abreu and Alex Bregman have combined for a single homer while the rotation has been in disarray. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66340c5e2fe2e75ef698ea56 Fri, 03 May 2024 09:00:22 -0400 2024-05-03T10:28:55-04:00 Was it merely a slump or real cracks in the foundation of a dynasty? Jose Abreu and Alex Bregman have combined for a single homer while the rotation has been in disarray. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/05/02/boston-red-sox-surviving-even-thriving-amid-massive-injury-wave/ The Sox have taken major hits to their lineup and rotation, but breakthrough performances from pitchers Tanner Houck and Kutter Crawford have kept them relevant. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6632a1f263372822e58f733d Thu, 02 May 2024 09:02:17 -0400 2024-05-02T09:02:27-04:00 The Sox have taken major hits to their lineup and rotation, but breakthrough performances from pitchers Tanner Houck and Kutter Crawford have kept them relevant. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/04/23/the-2024-chicago-white-sox-are-a-historically-bad-baseball-club/ Their Pythagorean record is as bad as their actual one. The White Sox can't hit, can't pitch, and their farm system doesn't project to provide much immediate help. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_6626b19f0f94a46e0b18849b Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:05:13 -0400 2024-05-02T06:15:44-04:00 Their Pythagorean record is as bad as their actual one. The White Sox can't hit, can't pitch, and their farm system doesn't project to provide much immediate help. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/2024/04/22/deepest-starting-rotation-in-baseball-has-phillies-off-to-great-start/ Reclamation project Spencer Turnbull joins a group fronted by the Zack Wheeler/Aaron Nola one-two punch to give the Phillies the deepest rotation in baseball. Tony Blengino, Contributor Tony Blengino, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/tonyblengino/ content_66256a007b5a5102681ed25a Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:04:07 -0400 2024-05-02T06:02:41-04:00 Reclamation project Spencer Turnbull joins a group fronted by the Zack Wheeler/Aaron Nola one-two punch to give the Phillies the deepest rotation in baseball. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney business sportsmoney standard