The Series doth murder sleep.

Ed Armbrister is challenging the call.

“If you’re looking for one thing, your odds of finding it are low, because out of all the things in the world, you’re only looking for one of them.”

Saslow is one of the few — maybe the only — reporters working today whose work is recognizably his even without the byline. This kind of microcosm story is his stock in trade, and he’s INCREDIBLY great at it.

In 1974, Rollie Fingers won MVP after winning one game and saving two more, but there was apparently serious talk about giving it to A’s 2B Dick Green even though he was 0 for 13 at the plate.

“Inheriting a lot of matches.” Boy, does that ring a bell.

I’m so sorry for your loss. Beautifully written as always. Dusty in here.

It’s worth noting at this point that they really did offer Fast Times at Ridgemont High to David Lynch.

.@bleachernation is an invaluable resource for all things #Cubs. I’m sure there’s an equivalent site for the Guardians. Bring ‘em luck.