Born in Philadelphia, Michael is a screenwriter now residing in Los Angeles. But despite the move, he has stayed loyal to the Phillies - even after years of losing and playoff failures. But it all became worth it when he finally got to witness a World Series championship in 2008. To celebrate, he flew home to Philadelphia the next day for the victory parade - still the best sports experience he's had. His all time favorite player is Darren Daulton, who was the reason Michael wore #10 during his short stint as a baseball player. Connect with Michael on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-schatz-2b0a58b" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">LinkedIn</a>.
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Last Updated: August 18th, 2026 by Michael SchatzSince the dawn of time, animals have used speed as a measuring stick. For as long as we have documented, humans have wanted to race each other. Speed is a fascination that excites everybody. Let's take that fascination to baseball. We've got a quick list of the ten base runners that everyone would get on the edge of their seats for. I think you know who we're starting …
Last Updated: September 7th, 2026 by Michael SchatzYou know the old saying: you can't choose your family? Well, in most cases in sports, you can't choose your teammates either. Throughout history, there have been a number of teammates who haven't seen eye to eye. We are here to highlight the ones who were most disliked based on the rumors and reports we have heard. This list requires a lot of discretion, as most of us …
Last Updated: August 14th, 2026 by Michael SchatzYou know the phrase "there's always next year"? That can get pretty tiring when it happens year after year after year. A lot of times, a franchise's failure comes from the top down. We want to go over some of the most notorious examples of MLB mismanagement. 10. Seattle Mariners: The Playoff-Shy Franchise The allure of the Mariners has always been there. The talent, the personality, and the …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael SchatzThroughout baseball history, second basemen have evolved from light-hitting defensive specialists to complete offensive forces. From Rogers Hornsby’s incredible batting averages to Jeff Kent’s power hitting, these players redefined what was possible at the position. Here are the 12 greatest offensive second basemen who changed the game with their exceptional abilities at the plate. 12. Rogers Hornsby – Baseball’s Greatest Hitting Second Baseman “Rajah” dominated baseball like no …
Last Updated: August 20th, 2026 by Michael SchatzI think everyone has a story about a coach or their dad talking about legends of the past, as they would completely dominate today's game. We want to explore that a little bit more, as we took some of the original greats of the game and put some thought into how they would mesh with today's teachings and against today's pitchers. I'm sure you have your own thoughts, …
Last Updated: August 26th, 2026 by Michael SchatzOne of the activities that make baseball America's favorite pastime is just the simple act of playing catch. I understand that a ball or catch partner can be different for everyone, but it is a simple activity that everyone has at least attempted. Playing catch really is the foundation of getting into a sport. Now, there are levels to this. I want to go from 0 to 100 …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael SchatzThroughout baseball history, certain players have mastered the art of leading off, combining speed, on-base skills, and the ability to spark their team’s offense. Here are the 11 greatest leadoff hitters who changed the game from the top of the lineup. 11. Chuck Knoblauch: The Peak Performer Before throwing issues shortened his career, Knoblauch was an elite leadoff man with a .378 OBP and 407 stolen bases. His …
Last Updated: September 1st, 2026 by Michael SchatzThe cleanup hitter is one of the most coveted spots in a batting order in baseball. The idea of having three guys be able to get on base in front of a hitter is still somewhat of a dream today. But if the players in front of the hitter who is in the fourth spot of the batting order get on, it was always expected that that hitter …
Last Updated: September 8th, 2026 by Michael SchatzThere are so many reasons for a fan to love or hate a player. Rarely is a baseball player so widely hated that it becomes a communal thing for fans to come together on. That being said, we're going to go over some of the most hated MLB players in history. Now it's hard to really have an entire fandom against a single player, so I know that …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael SchatzTake a nostalgic journey through baseball’s golden era as we celebrate the most outstanding centerfielders of the 1980s. From MVP winners to Gold Glove recipients, these players defined excellence both at the plate and in the field during one of baseball’s most exciting decades. 10. Dale Murphy: The Two-Time MVP Who Dominated the Decade Dale Murphy was the epitome of excellence in the 1980s, crushing 308 home runs …
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