Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports An apology to the Astro’s GM In my opinion, the modern GM needs to come from an elite school (Sorry, Rice doesn’t count) and have a strong quant background. Dana Brown didn’t have that background, so I had a built in bias against him. However, Brown’s tenure as the Astros GM has been surprisingly successful. His ability to identify talent … [Read more...] about Sorry, I was wrong about Dana Brown
Archives for June 2025
Why did Astros lowball their star shortstop in recent contract talks?
Another round of negotiations is ahead for Jim Crane and MLB super-agent Scott Boras. … [Read more...] about Why did Astros lowball their star shortstop in recent contract talks?
Astros desperately need lefty hitters. Here’s 3 they could trade for.
Houston's general manager expressed that the club's need for a left-handed bat is a top priority. … [Read more...] about Astros desperately need lefty hitters. Here’s 3 they could trade for.
Report: One Team Out Of The Running For James Harden
MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 10: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Miami Heat during the first half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at FTX Arena on May 10, 2022 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)Michael Reaves/Getty Images A potential reunion between James Harden and the … [Read more...] about Report: One Team Out Of The Running For James Harden
Fred VanVleet’s Comment From 2016 Aged Incredibly Well After Signing Rockets Contract
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 03: Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors drives the ball against Daniel Theis #27 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Second Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at the Field House at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on September 03, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by … [Read more...] about Fred VanVleet’s Comment From 2016 Aged Incredibly Well After Signing Rockets Contract