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ZiPS releases its 2026 projections for the Toronto Blue Jays, outlining expectations for both offense and pitching.
The Blue Jays’ 2025 season was strong, with a powerful lineup top among the league in FRV and runs scored.
The piece notes big offseason spending, including Vladito’s extension and a second massive guaranteed deal this winter.
ZiPS projects strong infield depth with Guerrero Jr., Bichette, Giménez, Okamoto, and Varsho contributing across positions.
Pitching outlook includes Cease and Gausman as top starters with additional upside from Yesavage and Bieber.
ZiPS highlights bullpen depth as a strength, projecting success across relievers even deeper into the staff.
The analysis cautions ZiPS does not model playing-time or call-ups precisely and discourages WAR sums on depth charts.
Top near-age offensive comps list Vladimir Guerrero Jr. among the closest historical comparables.
The article emphasizes a potential pitching upgrade to push Jays as the AL East favorite.
The projection includes near-term tactical notes on platoons and defensively oriented depth, particularly at corner outfield and infield spots.
The piece concludes with a broad AL East context and notes depth-chart implications for future decisions.

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Baumann argues the Cubs should consider Brendan Rodgers to add infield depth after their Bregman signing.
Rodgers played 43 games for the Astros last season, hitting .191 with a .266 on-base percentage and .278 slugging.
The piece notes Rodgers is a former No. 3 overall pick and would bring veteran experience to Chicago.
Baumann compares the trio of Swanson, Bregman and Rodgers to historically productive top-three draft classes.
The author suggests the Cubs could join a rare group if they lock up the top two picks together historically.
Baumann emphasizes that evaluating draft-class weighted success helps frame Rodgers’ potential value.
The article mentions other infield options like Matt Shaw and Nico Hoerner as Cubs incumbents.
Rodgers’ recent performance is described as well below replacement level, stressing the risk of a signing.
Baumann uses historical draft class comparisons to contextualize potential upside for Rodgers and teammates.
The piece frames the consideration of Rodgers as part of a broader debate about future Cubs infield strategy.

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Kwan’s arm is among the best, leading in assists and throwing out runners over a four-year span.
His wall skills stand out; he’s made countless plays at the wall and rarely fails on near-wall balls.
Kwan’s speed is below average, yet his defensive impact comes from aggressive plays and smart positioning.
Progressive Field’s shallow left field makes wall plays a focal point of his defense.
Kwan maintains a high outfield arm value, ranking highly across different defensive metrics.
Analysts note a shift toward greater respect for Kwan’s arm by baserunners over recent years.
Kwan’s defense is underpinned by consistent performance across multiple advanced metrics.
The piece highlights Kwan as the standout left fielder who rarely misses high-value wall plays.
Kwan’s overall defensive value is treated as a sign of his growing respect among opponents.
The article attributes Kwan’s defensive excellence to a combination of skill, positioning, and willingness to attack balls.
Overall, Kwan is portrayed as one of baseball’s premier defensive outfielders whose reputation continues to grow.

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sports13h ago

Brendan Gawlowski joined FanGraphs as a chat guest to discuss his scouting background and approach.
He emphasizes integrating pro scouts with statistical analysts in Pirates’ system and beyond.
Gawlowski notes the value of combining visual evaluation with data when assessing prospects.
Gawlowski discusses the importance of player development and how reps for pitchers can be limited during growth.
He highlights the Pirates’ commitment to integrating analytics with scouting as a strength.
Gawlowski provides perspectives on specific players and systems, including the AZ and Florida complexes.
He references his background: Seattle upbringing, D3 playing, and transition to scouting and writing.
The chat covers multiple topics, from specific players to team development philosophies.
Gawlowski acknowledges the evolving landscape where analytics and scouting inform each other.
The session included fan questions about various prospects and organizational moves.

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sports11h ago

The Cubs signed Alex Bregman in a major offseason move highlighted by the episode.
Nolan Arenado was moved to Arizona, discussed as a major offseason shift.
The episode notes Kauffman Stadium's 'soon-to-be-cozier' confines as a talking point.
The program includes links to multiple analyses and references on Bregman and Arenado.
The episode includes audio and podcast resources such as the Effectively Wild theme and YouTube playlist.
The piece notes a GM’s dismissal of advanced stats as part of the discussion.
Sponsor and engagement elements (Patreon, memberships, and comments) appear in the episode notes.
The article adopts a multi-link approach, pointing readers to payrolls, depth charts, and draft analyses.
The discussion includes references to park factors and ballpark information related to Arenado’s move.
The episode provides various streaming options, including podcast feeds and YouTube playlists.

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