The Los Angeles Dodgers have officially become Japan’s most beloved Major League Baseball team — and the gap isn’t even close. According to a recent YouGov Sport survey of more than 1,000 Japanese baseball fans, the Dodgers hold a massive popularity advantage across the country. The numbers are striking: • Los Angeles Dodgers – 59%• New York Yankees – 14%• Chicago Cubs – 9% In other words, the Dodgers have built ... Read more
Braves’ Limited Depth Makes Mets’ Offseason Strategy Look Smarter. DD
On paper, the Atlanta Braves still appear to have one of the most dangerous rosters in baseball. But when you look beyond the star power, a significant weakness becomes clear: a lack of roster flexibility. That’s an issue over the course of a 162-game season, where injuries, slumps, and unexpected roster needs are almost guaranteed to arise. The New York Mets, recognizing that reality, built their roster this offseason ... Read more
Mets’ Roster Flexibility Highlights a Key Weakness in Braves’ Lineup. DD
On paper, the Atlanta Braves still appear to have one of the most dangerous rosters in baseball. But when you look beyond the star power, a significant weakness becomes clear: a lack of roster flexibility. That’s an issue over the course of a 162-game season, where injuries, slumps, and unexpected roster needs are almost guaranteed to arise. The New York Mets, recognizing that reality, built their roster this offseason ... Read more
Drew Thorpe Takes Step Forward in Recovery After Tommy John Surgery. DD
The Chicago White Sox received encouraging news regarding one of their most intriguing young pitchers. Drew Thorpe, who has been working his way back from Tommy John surgery, appears to be trending in the right direction after a recent injury scare. Thorpe missed the entire 2025 season following the surgery, which was performed shortly after his MLB debut in 2024. The right-hander started nine games that season, finishing ... Read more
White Sox Receive Encouraging Injury Update on Pitcher Drew Thorpe. DD
The Chicago White Sox received encouraging news regarding one of their most intriguing young pitchers. Drew Thorpe, who has been working his way back from Tommy John surgery, appears to be trending in the right direction after a recent injury scare. Thorpe missed the entire 2025 season following the surgery, which was performed shortly after his MLB debut in 2024. The right-hander started nine games that season, finishing ... Read more