Daniel Shepard

I love watching the Chicago Cubs and even more so after they won the World Series (that's a joke). My favorite player is Kris Bryant, because who doesn't love watching a player hit a ball 500 feet?

Cubs News, Rumors & Analysis

Daniel ShepardJune 20, 2019

Investment in Low Spin Rates Paying Off for Cubs

With the Statcast Era long since established as more than just a fad, many major league teams are looking harder…
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Daniel ShepardJune 15, 2019

Kris Bryant’s Streaky Performance Largely Dictated by Luck

Kris Bryant is on track to rival his 2016 MVP numbers this season despite what appears to be streaky performance…
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Daniel ShepardJune 8, 2019

Cole Hamels Pitching His Way to Another Contract from Cubs

When the Cubs swung a trade last season for Cole Hamels, it was to fill a gap left in their…
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Daniel ShepardJune 8, 2019

Kyle Hendricks Overcoming Slow Start with Increased Fastball Velocity

Kyle Hendricks carried the momentum from an excellent May into a gem against the Rockies in his last start. Seven…
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Daniel ShepardMay 31, 2019

Low Expected Batting Averages in Houston Indicative of MLB’s Increased Homer Rate

As fans, we all love watching our favorite players hit home runs. Luckily for us, we are tuned into a…
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Daniel ShepardMay 29, 2019

Tyler Chatwood Finally Benefiting Elite Spin Rate Cubs Touted Last Year

With his spot in the starting rotation now occupied by Cole Hamels, right-hander Tyler Chatwood knew he would be working…
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Daniel ShepardMay 25, 2019

Kyle Schwarber Making Most of Second Chance as Cubs Leadoff Hitter

Two years ago, the Kyle Schwarber leadoff experiment went down in flames. Across 173 plate appearances, the slugging outfielder slashed…
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