Get ready for an exciting baseball journey! In a mere month, the sound of mitts popping will signal the start of spring training, and the baseball world will come alive once more. But before we dive into the upcoming season, there's plenty to keep us, the die-hard baseball fans, entertained.
The free agent market is still buzzing, with four of the top five and six of the top ten players on Ben Clemens' rankings yet to sign contracts. This includes the former Astros trio of Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, and Framber Valdez, leaving fans wondering where these stars will land. And if that's not enough, the results of the 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame election are set to be announced on January 20th, with Jay Jaffe's insightful player profiles keeping us informed every step of the way.
Today, we'll explore the Hall of Fame through a unique lens - the best pitchers who never received a single vote. We'll also delve into Chandler Simpson's performance, analyze whether inducing pop-ups is a skill pitchers can master, and understand the variance in ZiPS projections for different player types.
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