MLB

One on One talks with Ralph Branca

by Jake Kring-Schreifels

Ralph Branca, the former Dodger, Tiger, and Yankee, known predominantly as being the pitcher who gave up "The Shot Heard Round the World" to Bobby Thompson, joined Mike Watts and I Saturday to discuss his former teammate Jackie Robinson. With "Jackie Robinson Day" taking place April 15th and a new film about the legend "42" out Friday (Ralph is portrayed in the film), we took the time to discuss Robinson's historical impact on the game of baseball and Branca's firsthand experience as his teammate.

Mets Look to Keep the Ball Rolling

by JT Mercurio

The Amazin’ Mets have opened up the season at 5-3. To be honest, it’s really difficult to get your hopes up when it comes to the boys from Queens.  For the past couple of seasons, the Mets have gotten off to some great starts, instilling hope and pride in their fans from around the Tri-State area.  As soon as the All-star break comes, though, things start to head downhill and the team usually finishes several games out of first and a record sub-.500. 

On Deck's 2013 Season Preview

by Kenny Ducey, Kris Venezia

Kenny Ducey and Kris Venezia prepare you for a great 2013 MLB Season, going division-by-division with predictions as well as player and team spotlights. They also predict the MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year winners, and as always, go in-depth on the Yankees and Mets.

 

One on One with MLB.com's Matthew Leach

by Mack Rosenberg
MLB.com National Columnist Matthew Leach joined Kenny Ducey and I this Saturday to help preview the baseball season. We talked to Matthew about the Yankees and their expectations headed into this season. In addition, we got his opinion on Johan Santana's season ending injury and his future with the Mets.