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Internet Baseball Writers Association of America, for all baseball content creators. Co-directors @grousehaus, @elizmuratore, @biggentleben. RT =/= endorsement.

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Why should YOU join the IBWAA?! Our co-director @biggentleben examines exactly this in today's Here's the Pitch newsletter article: open.substack.com/pub/ibwaa/…
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CC Sabathia speaks highly of Payton Tolle’s dominant rookie season ⚾️ 🔥 #redsox #paytontolle #ccsabathia #mlb @yardbarker @IBWAA yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/…
CC Sabathia speaks highly of Payton Tolle's dominant rookie season

CC Sabathia speaks highly of Payton Tolle's dominant rookie season

Former New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia had nothing but optimistic things to say about left-handed starter Payton Tolle's dominant 2026 rookie campaign with the Boston Red Sox.

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⏰ New Episode Alert ⏰ we put a wrap on the seasons of the #Dodgers & #Padres the good the bad & the ugly. We also talk about #silversluggers & #rawlingsgoldgloveawards Listen now wherever you listen to #podcasts @IBWAA #mlb #baseball
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Ty France is drawing significant interest as a coveted free agent ⚾️🔥 #tyfrance #sandiegopadres #freeagenttarget #letsgopadres #mlbnews @yardbarker @IBWAA yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/…
Ty France is drawing significant interest as a coveted free agent

Ty France is drawing significant interest as a coveted free agent

France boasted a .295 batting average with 21 home runs, 72 RBI and a stellar .865 OPS in his resurgent and productive season. 

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Read my latest if not somewhat gripey post. Just put in more players. almostcooperstown.substack.c… @ibwaa @sabr @threeinningfan @KallmanJeff @JeffCohen41 @writerstevens
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Sharing Baseball News - Fenway Park Trips, Woo Sox Tickets, Hall Of Fame Internships, and More - The Baseball Storyteller baseballstoryteller.com/2026… @IBWAA @WooSox @LowellSpinners @baseballhall @MLB
Sharing Baseball News - Fenway Park Trips, Woo Sox Tickets, Hall Of Fame Internships, and More -...

Sharing Baseball News - Fenway Park Trips, Woo Sox Tickets, Hall Of Fame Internships, and More -...

In my opinion, there is no off season when it comes to the business of baseball. From holiday park events to 2027 ticket sales, internships, and special

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Paul White@pdubinkcNov 6
It’s time for postseason awards, so this week’s Friday Stuff covers some of the stranger results in history, like the time in 1942 when someone thought a St. Louis Brown was the MVP. Friday Stuff, by @pdubinkc @IBWAA @LILFBaseball pauldwhite.substack.com/p/fr…
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Two Young Outfielders Are Candidates to Break Out for the #MNTwins in 2027 More for SI: buff.ly/e9dd2Tf @IBWAA
Two Young Outfielders Are Candidates to Break Out for the Twins in 2027

Two Young Outfielders Are Candidates to Break Out for the Twins in 2027

The Minnesota Twins are going into a season where they will be relying on young players.

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The Move from the 2026 Trade Deadline the #Astros Might Regret More for SI: buff.ly/6nbMdCT @IBWAA
The Move from the 2026 Trade Deadline the Astros Might Regret

The Move from the 2026 Trade Deadline the Astros Might Regret

The Houston Astros might have won the AL West in 2026, but that does not mean the team was particularly great.

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This year 8 players received $23M qualifying offers. They have until Nov 17 to accept or go into free agency. @ForbesSports @IBWAA forbes.com/sites/danfreedman…
MLB Teams Made 8 Players A Qualifying Offer For More Than $23M

MLB Teams Made 8 Players A Qualifying Offer For More Than $23M

Eight MLB players received qualifying offers last week, and it seems likely that they will all reject the guaranteed $23.15 million for one year, and test free agency.

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The Minnesota Twins could have their first Silver Slugger since 2020! minnesotasportsfan.com/minne… @IBWAA
MN Twins Infielder Named Finalist for Silver Slugger

MN Twins Infielder Named Finalist for Silver Slugger

The Minnesota Twins had few standout bats in a disappointing 2026 season, but one breakout year is now getting recognized for Kody Clemens.

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On the #Cubs Silver Slugger Nominies buff.ly/HNWMyqo @IBWAA
Cubs’ Bats Earn Three Silver Slugger Nominations, Plus Team Award Candidacy

Cubs’ Bats Earn Three Silver Slugger Nominations, Plus Team Award Candidacy

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki headline the Cubs’ Silver Slugger finalists, and Chicago’s league-best offense is up for the team award, too.

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Why Astros Should Sign Slugging Outfielder Randy Arozarena as Free Agent More for SI: buff.ly/06xwg76
Why Astros Should Sign Slugging Outfielder Randy Arozarena as Free Agent

Why Astros Should Sign Slugging Outfielder Randy Arozarena as Free Agent

The Houston Astros are a team in limbo. They have just hired a new general manager, Randy Flores, and are now looking for a new manager.

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Awesome Autumn Utah Scenes From Lakes To Baseball Fields To Mountains - The Baseball Storyteller baseballstoryteller.com/2026… @IBWAA @UVUBSBRecruits #wolverinebaseball
Awesome Autumn Utah Scenes From Lakes To Baseball Fields To Mountains - The Baseball Storyteller

Awesome Autumn Utah Scenes From Lakes To Baseball Fields To Mountains - The Baseball Storyteller

Back home this week, I have been looking through my photo gallery from my recent trip west to Salt Lake City, Utah (for work, ArcBest). The fall colors

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Paul White@pdubinkcNov 5
If a good player life Joe Rudi had also managed the A’s during their dynasty, he’d likely be a Hall of Famer. Now let me make the case for someone who actually did that, only better. What If Joe Rudi Managed the A’s?, by @pdubinkc @IBWAA @LILFBaseball pauldwhite.substack.com/p/wh…
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10 Simple Suggestions On How You Can Boost Your Next Baseball Game Experience - The Baseball Storyteller baseballstoryteller.com/2026… @IBWAA #baseballexperience
10 Simple Suggestions On How You Can Boost Your Next Baseball Game Experience - The Baseball...

10 Simple Suggestions On How You Can Boost Your Next Baseball Game Experience - The Baseball...

Every baseball season, from the first pitches of the NCAA in February to the last outs of a sandlot game in December, I love the unique experiences baseball

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Twins prospect Kyle DeBarge is in play for the @MLBazFallLeague MVP, but first he's headed to the Fall Stars game. minnesotasportsfan.com/minne… @IBWAA
Minnesota Twins Prospect Named Fall League Star

Minnesota Twins Prospect Named Fall League Star

One Minnesota Twins prospect has been among the hottest bats in the Arizona Fall League, and his strong fall just earned him some recognition.

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Three WS in 5 years (2010-2014) obscures that the SF Giants have not been great while playing in the Bay Area. Read my latest post: almostcooperstown.substack.c… @IBWAA @sabr @threeinningfan @KallmanJeff @JeffCohen41 @writerstevens @MadDogUnleashed
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Paul White@pdubinkcNov 4
Social media has given an amplifier to every guy at the bar who has a horrible opinion after a few too many beers. Things like “There are no Hall of Fame locks on the Dodgers.” The Dodgers Have No HOF Locks? Huh?, by @pdubinkc @IBWAA @LILFBaseball pauldwhite.substack.com/p/th…
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A BYU State Of Mind At Larry Miller Baseball Complex - The Baseball Storyteller baseballstoryteller.com/2026… @IBWAA @BYUBaseball #larrymillerfield
A BYU State Of Mind At Larry Miller Baseball Complex - The Baseball Storyteller

A BYU State Of Mind At Larry Miller Baseball Complex - The Baseball Storyteller

During my trip west to Salt Lake City last week for work (ArcBest), I circled a number of baseball experiences that I wanted to check out. Time and schedule

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Will the #Marlins ever have an election go their way? @IBWAA fishonfirst.com/news-rumors/…
This offseason could determine if Marlins ever enjoy a Hall of Fame Election Day

This offseason could determine if Marlins ever enjoy a Hall of Fame Election Day

Barring a miracle, it looks to be another disappointing election, Marlins fans. For that is truly what it would take. A former Marlin making it into the National Baseball Hall of Fame this winter...

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