Offering a choice between “the calculator” or “the straw hat” forces a standard-sized frame around a picture complex enough to require a serious custom treatment.
The Astros’ executive discusses managerial styles, dealing with expectations, and making allowances.
The Diamondbacks’ Director of Baseball Ops talks about wedding the subjective to the objective in player evaluations, and the organization’s approach to various aspects of team-building.
Coverage of the Twins, the Nationals, the Angels, and the World Baseball Classic, plus news and notes from around the major leagues.