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Jay Jaffe
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Senior writer at @FanGraphs.com, formerly SI.com and Baseball Prospectus, creator of JAWS, author of The Cooperstown Casebook (2017). Not sticking to sports or paying $8.
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The penguins are huge Johnny Cash fans
February 14, 2026 at 2:39 AM
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New @fangraphs.com: yes, the Dodgers spend massive amounts of money, but they owe a good bit of their Friedman-era success to their ability to turn fringy journeymen into reliable contributors. In a busy couple of days, they ensured three such players stick around and parted ways with a fourth
February 13, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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At Rick Bayless’ Frontera Tortas in O’Hare airport and I keep yelling at the kiosk that Skip Bayless fucking sucks but all it’s doing is adding terrible opinions to my order
February 14, 2026 at 12:06 AM
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Oh fuck off forever
February 13, 2026 at 11:23 PM
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This goose needs to get cooked
theathletic.com The Athletic @theathletic.com · 5h
Hours before a game against the Reds on May 18, 2025, Emmanuel Clase received a text message.

“Throw a rock at the first rooster in today’s fight.”

It may have read cryptically, but in an indictment unsealed Friday, prosecutors say Clase understood.
February 13, 2026 at 9:46 PM
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Alex Vesia addressed the media today for the first time about his daughter’s death during the World Series. He thanked the Dodgers and Blue Jays for their support, and encouraged people who are struggling to seek therapy. Hat tip to @fabianardaya.bsky.social for transcribing Vesia’s full statement.
"Bear with me please. Good morning. I just wanted to start off by acknowledging my wife, Kayla, who is not only the strongest person that I know, but a support system for me every bit as I am for her. Part of what I'm here to share is on behalf of the both of us. I will start off by thanking the Dodgers, Andrew Friedman, Brandon Gomes, Doc, the whole coaching staff and all of my teammates. The amount of support you have given Kay and I has been overwhelming in the best way. We are beyond grateful for this organization and this family. So many of you have stepped up and have been there for us in a big way over the past few months. It has meant the world to both Kay and I. "I'd like to take the opportunity to thank the Toronto Blue Jays, their front office, coaching staff and players for showing us the support. They are a first-class organization and I just want to say thank you to them. When Kay and I were watching the World Series, we noticed that there was (No.) 51 on Louie Varland's hat. I immediately texted Gus Varland, his brother, and I asked him if I was seeing that correctly. He texted me back right away and he said, The Varlands love you dude. The whole Toronto bullpen has it too. It's bigger than baseball. We love you all.' Kay and I, we were very emotional. We were super overwhelmed with emotion and the baseball community, the relationships that you make along the way, it showed that it's much bigger than baseball. "The outpouring of love and support Kay and I have had over the past few months, has been unmatched. We're both grateful to not only Dodger nation, but the fans worldwide. My DMs, messages, my DMs are basically broken on Instagram from all the love and support that we've had. I've tried to read all the comments and everything just because it's meant the world, really. "We even got a jersey from the LA Rams, with all their signatures on it. That was a surprise and very cool as well. We'll have that framed and put up in our house. "The lessons we've learned from this is that life can change in an instant. Ten minutes is all it took. Sterling Sol was the most beautiful girl in the world. We got to hold her, change her diaper, read to here, and love her. Our time together was far too short. Kay and I will keep those precious moments and memories to ourselves. I hope that anyone listening can empathize and respect our wishes for privacy as we continue to heal, and as we navigate the ups and downs of a baseball season. "Stepping away from the team, and the brothers I go to war with every day, was difficult. But it was also an easy decision, because my family needed me. We still watched every pitch of the World Series, and for us, in so many ways, that was a light in our darkness. "We got back to Arizona the first or second of November, and I immediately got back into the gym. I started my throwing program. Having something to look forward to has helped me. The gym has been my mental clarity. Being around the guys again, preparing for spring training, it's been really nice. Gotten a lot of love so far in the clubhouse, and being able to laugh and joke around, that's been really nice for me. "Kay and I started therapy about six weeks ago. It hasn't been easy. But talking to someone has made a difference. For those out there who have lost a child, or are fighting through any struggle, if you can take anything from this, please seek help. Talk to somebody. It's definitely helped Kay and I. Please don't be afraid to speak up. Your mental health matters. "I've learned that what has happened to us has also happened to so many families. And realizing that has deepened our empathy and our gratitude for this community. The baseball community is extremely strong. I was not prepared to not bring my baby girl home, but we're carrying here with us everyday. It's been hard, but we're doing OK."
February 13, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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Backpfeifengesicht (German): a face that's badly in need of a fist.
nytimes.com The New York Times @nytimes.com · 8h
Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, has emerged as a beacon for a group of narcissistic, status-obsessed young men. He wants to take his fixation with “looksmaxxing” mainstream.
Looks Aren’t Everything? Clavicular Begs to Differ.
Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, has emerged as a beacon for a group of narcissistic, status-obsessed young men. He wants to take his fixation with “looksmaxxing” mainstream.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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New @fangraphs.com: yes, the Dodgers spend massive amounts of money, but they owe a good bit of their Friedman-era success to their ability to turn fringy journeymen into reliable contributors. In a busy couple of days, they ensured three such players stick around and parted ways with a fourth
February 13, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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Just a quick spell-check away from being ready to go, I’m sure
zhbuchanan.bsky.social Zach Buchanan @zhbuchanan.bsky.social · 9h
Jacob Chansley, aka the QAnon Shaman, has refiled his $40 trillion, self-authored lawsuit against Trump after the first one was dismissed.

He told me he rewrote the whole thing, and it's...something.
QAnon Shaman refiles dismissed $40T lawsuit against Donald Trump
"This is all I’m doing," Jan. 6 Capitol-stormer Jacob Chansley told New Times. "I’m kicking ass and taking names."
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
February 13, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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A+ for the subhead
carlquintanilla.bsky.social Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 9h
RAMPELL: “.. we had less job growth all of last year than we had in an average month during the Biden administration.”

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February 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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And for those who are Squawkin’ completists, we had a lovely Classical moment last night:

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February 13, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Feels like it’s been awhile since we’ve had one of these well-reported unraveling stories in baseball (think: fried chicken and beer in Boston, Matt Williams losing the clubhouse in Washington). Some brutal details here that I don’t think a well-timed Castellanos homer can undo
February 13, 2026 at 3:05 AM
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My basketball knowledge is hermetically sealed with an end date about 20 years ago — I’m still able to nail a trivia q with the answer “Caldwell Jones” — so I’m pumped for Luke’s book, as I enjoyed his one on the 1948 Cleveland Indians. Good times hearing Luke discuss his book with the Squawkers
February 13, 2026 at 2:03 AM
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Massive upgrade
petitephd.bsky.social Allison 🧬⚾️ @petitephd.bsky.social · 1d
SNY has announced the hiring of former WaPo baseball writer Chelsea Janes as their new MLB Insider. Excellent hire and exciting news for Mets fans.
A graphic by SNY with a picture of Chelsea Janes captioned "Welcome Chelsea Janes SNY MLB Insider"
February 13, 2026 at 12:14 AM
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Four years with the Phillies, four midseason appearances on the Replacement Level Killers list. Can't believe he didn't get a shot to go 5-for-5.
transactionbot.bsky.social MLB Transaction Bot @transactionbot.bsky.social · 1d
Philadelphia Phillies released RF Nick Castellanos.
February 12, 2026 at 8:26 PM
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new @fangraphs.com: rounding up a few one-year deals of note, including two related to the 2023 World Series-winning Rangers.
February 12, 2026 at 7:44 PM
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Roseanne Barr, Apollo astronaut James Irwin, senator/Shuttle astronaut Jake Garn, and baseball's Herman Franks, who played a key role in the 1951 Giants' sign-steaing and later as Cubs manager deployed Bruce Sutter exclusively in close leads, more or less creating the modern closer role.
williamadler78.bsky.social William Adler @williamadler78.bsky.social · 2d
Who's the most famous alum of your high school?

I'll go first: David Draiman of Disturbed
marisakabas.bsky.social Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 4d
guys i just found out i went to the same high school as howard lutnick. please respect my privacy at this time.
February 12, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Here’s a periodic reminder that MLB is full of shit. There aren’t rich teams and poor teams … just rich owners who spend on their teams and rich owners who don’t. And the latter will do anything they can to distract you from this fundamental truth.
What would MLB look like with a salary cap? Explaining the wide-ranging, game-changing effects
From free agency to guaranteed contracts to franchise values, a salary cap would completely remake the MLB landscape.
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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your hourly reminder that the IOC sucks shit.
salome-gongadze.bsky.social Salome @salome-gongadze.bsky.social · 1d
Hard to describe the depth of outrage and feeling this story has generated across in Ukraine - remarkable and sad.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/12/w...
Ukrainian Olympian Is Disqualified Over Helmet With Images of War Dead
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February 12, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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“I am languid & bedeviled & hate writing & hate everybody” — me when it takes me longer that 2 minutes to come up with a good lede

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lettersofnote on Instagram: "Happy Birthday to the most relatable of all the grumps, Charles Darwin!View all 27 comments"
Happy Birthday to the most relatable of all the grumps, Charles Darwin!
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February 12, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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Somehow I missed this jam while writing my tribute to the late Mickey Lolich
dockfidrych.bsky.social Dan Epstein @dockfidrych.bsky.social · 8d
Today at Jagged Time Lapse: Flashing back on the late, great Mickey Lolich and the 1968 funk jam that bears his name.

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From Sixty Feet Out On That Hill
The Fans — "Roly Poly Mickey Lolich" (1968)
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February 12, 2026 at 1:11 PM
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New @fangraphs.com: yet another big move for the Tigers rotation, this one bringing home a future Hall of Famer
February 11, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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really hope he's referring to Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei
February 11, 2026 at 8:48 PM
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Absolute fucking cowardice. Not surprising because they went last year but JFC read the fucking room
mollyknight.bsky.social Molly Knight @mollyknight.bsky.social · 2d
Free for all readers: the Dodgers say they will visit Trump in the White House to celebrate their World Series championship. This is a cowardly decision that is wrong on every level, and a stab in the back to the city of Los Angeles. Essay under video:
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No, the Dodgers should absolutely not go to the White House
A recording from Molly Knight and Mike Madrid's live video
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February 11, 2026 at 8:09 PM
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Gallup off into the sunset, you fucking cowards
phillewis.bsky.social Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 2d
Gallup will no longer measure presidential approval after 88 years thehill.com/homenews/med...
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February 11, 2026 at 7:38 PM