Introducing a major MLB award – for YOU
Major League Baseball has just introduced a major new award, and this one’s for you. In fact, there’s even at least one father-son duo from this MLB.com/blogs family among the 120 nominees.
See my story just posted at MLB.com introducing MLB Fans of the Year presented by Esurance.
You can start voting right now at MLB.com/awards. Take a good look at the 120 nominees — four per club. Each team will have a winner. You probably will recognize many of them, and I know many bloggers here will be familiar with Baker Boys & Baseball, one of the Angels nominees.
MLB and the 30 clubs worked tirelessly to identify the sport’s top supporters, and four nominees per club have been presented for your vote.
Winners whose clubs reach the League Championship Series or Fall Classic will receive tickets to root for their home team on a late-October night. For…
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Latest Leaders – August 2016
It’s crunch time as the dog days of summer give way to the thrill of fall baseball and the high stakes that accompany the postseason push. The best rise to the challenge, and that’s true in our community as well. Congratulations to everyone who made the list, particularly our rookies like One Time Zone, One Team, The Sox Sweetheart and DodgersFYI. See which blogs drew the most traffic last month and discover a new blog — or five.
Here are your Latest Leaders from August 1-31:
MLB PRO
1. Dodger Insider
2. TribeVibe
3. Brandon and Brandon
4. Muskat Ramblings
5. MLB.com Fantasy 411
6. Friar Wire
7. Beck’s Blog
8. Cait Covers the Bases
9. Dodgers Photog Blog
10. From the Corner of Edgar & Dave
11. The Halo Way
12. Cardinals Insider
13. Cubs Vine Line Blog
14. Inside the White Sox
15. Our Game
16. SF Giants Photos
17. Curly W Live
18. Better Off Red
19. Major League Baseball Urban Youth Academy – Compton, CA
20. By Gosh, It’s Langosch
21. Reds Urban Youth Academy
22. Major League Bastian
23. Justice4U
24. Phillies Insider
25. Newberg Report
26. White Shark
27. On Cloud Conine
28. Rays Radio
29. Homestand Blog by Yankees Magazine
30. Roof and Gate Report
31. All Nats All the Time
32. TVA Jacques
33. Braves Give
34. Rockies Photo Blog
35. Fenway Frames
36. One Time Zone, One Team
37. Desde el Desierto
38. A Bucs Life
39. Step up to B.A.T.
40. Write ’em Cowboy
41. BTF Today
42. From the Booth with Steve Stewart
43. Twins Pics
44. The Cutoff Man
45. Beyond the Ballpark
46. Baseball with Matt
47. Bollinger Beat
48. Matt’s Bats
49. MLBPAA Intern Insider
50. Medias Blancas con Orgullo
FANS
1. The Baseball Collector
2. La Pagina de Tony Menendez
3. The Ballpark Guide
4. Universo Béisbol
5. The Brewer Nation
6. stlcardinalsminimo
7. Bleacher Boy
8. The Canuck Cubbie
9. mlbblogger
10. Born on Third
11. The Unbiased MLB Fan
12. cat loves the dodgers
13. Phillies Phollowers
14. Plouffe’s New Hairdo
15. Fish On The Farm
16. Gregg’s Baseball Bookcase
17. eltubeyero22
18. The Baseball Sociologist
19. Fish Fry
20. The Cartoon Bird
21. Echoes From 527
22. Dazzy Vance Chronicles
23. Above The Mendoza
24. BMETSboosters
25. Bumgarner Snotrockets
26. More Splash Hits
27. Cardinal Red Baseball
28. I’m Not A Headline Guy…
29. Women Who Love Cardinals Baseball
30. Baseball’s Relatives
31. The Winning Run
32. A Season with the Chicago White Sox
33. Coco Crisp’s Afro
34. Cardinal Girl
35. Mets Plus
36. All Things Ed
37. 7th Inning Stretch Time
38. The Curveblog
39. steel city ballhawk
40. INSANE SPORTS
41. Yankees42
42. Clubhouse Chatter
43. Beisbol 007
44. A View From The Bench
45. The Sox Sweetheart
46. Gamer Babes from Half Moon Bay
47. Giants Fan Carm
48. The Astros Ballhawk
49. DodgersFYI
50. Snagging Baseballs
MiLB PRO
1. MiLB.com’s PROSPECTive Blog
2. Ben’s Biz Blog
3. Riders Insider Blog
4. Rattler Radio
5. Rollin’ with Rick PawSox
6. The Dash Board
7. Inside the San Jose Giants
8. Minor Details
9. Not Just Baseball…Aceball
10. The Shuck Dynasty
11. ‘Cats Corner
12. Salem Sox Talk
13. 45 Miles From Fenway
14. Beachbound & Down
15. Unlocking the Keys
16. Intimidating Insight
17. The 2-2 Pitch
18. Hook, Line and Sinker
19. Bill On Baseball
20. Barons Beat
21. Sound Bytes Blog
22. From the Nest
23. Inside the Chiefs
24. Callis’ Corner
25. Docking With the Ports
26. Inside the Clubhouse with Mike Antonellis
27. Generally Speaking
28. Crawdads Beat
29. MiLB Snap Shots
30. ‘Tuga Power
31. The Island Chronicles
32. The Hop Stove – Official Blog of the Hillsboro Hops
33. Indy Baseball Chatter
34. Hit Bull Win Blog
35. All Aboard
Reminder: These rankings are based on Unique Visits measured by Major League Baseball Advanced Media, and we may change the metrics from time to time at our discretion. As always, keeping mind that our data is unrelated to the traffic stats you see in your WordPress.com dashboard that measure traffic differently. Blogs only can be tracked for this list if they use an MLB theme. If you switch to a different WordPress.com theme for a day or two during that month, those page views will not be included for these purposes because they cannot be recorded by MLB.com.
Discover: Monday Around the Horn
- Dodger Insider recaps Monday’s homer outburst against a former teammate.
- Zack Greinke’s return to LA definitely didn’t go as he’d planned, explains cat.
- Drei is counting down the Dodgers’ magic number, currently sitting at 22.
- The Mets and Bartolo Colon overcame fatigue to win, says Hot Sauce Committee.
- The Cutoff Man notes the logjam in the AL East with the Yankees lurking.
- Jerad Eickhoff found his groove and ground out a win, writes Phillies Insider.
- The Canuck Cubbie hails Kyle Hendricks as a rock star after latest outing.
- The Rockies won and One Time Zone, One Team shares notes on the victory.
- Birds of Eutaw St. offers up some thoughts Ubaldo Jimenez’s complete game.
- Here’s today’s Pitch or Ditch from the fantasy gurus at MLB.com Fantasy 411.
- The Brewer Nation looks at the final piece in the Jonathan Lucroy trade.
- These AL postseason predictions are courtesy of The Major League Blog.
- Peplums and Pitches reviews an eventful month of August for the Rangers.
- Which players are most underrated? Here are The Unbiased MLB Fan‘s picks.
- The Wayniac Nation believes Indians prospect Yandy Diaz is ready to shine.
- Revisit the birth of the American League with John Thorn’s Our Game blog.
- The Pastime bids a fond farewell to “The Voice of Summer,” Vin Scully.
- Was Phil Rizzuto’s induction speech the funniest? Dennis Corcoran explores.
Discover: Weekend Warriors
- Gamer Babes congratulates Matt Moore on coming agonizingly close to history.
- Carlos Ruiz was traded to the Dodgers, and Phillies Insider bids him farewell.
- Cat loves the dodgers says goodbye to fan favorite A.J. Ellis as he departs.
- The Dodgers’ interest in pursuing Ruiz is explained over at Dodger Insider.
- Thrivenationblog points out Ryan Howard is the last 2008 Phillie remaining.
- The trade inspired Newberg Report to check on some former Ranger prospects.
- Alejandro De Aza had himself a game, much to the delight of The Metssiah.
- The lineup nearly was perfect in the eyes of Women Who Love Cardinals Baseball.
- Inside the White Sox previews a sensational pitching matchup on Friday night.
- Playing by different September rules makes no sense, argues BB Baseball Talk.
- O’Zone gazes ahead at the outlook for teams in the hunt for October baseball.
- Meet The Electric Slugger, courtesy of this post from The Baseball Sociologist.
- Cardinals Insider Asked a Cardinal what baseball memory they’d like to re-live.
- Go back 50 years with Drei to when The Beatles played Dodger Stadium.
Discover: Monday Around the Horn
- Welcome the Rockies’ brand-new MLB Pro Blog One Time Zone, One Team.
- Dodger Insider points out Julio Urias has been pitching well for a while.
- The Rays took a weekend series from the Rangers and Rays Radio recaps.
- TribeVibe, The Halo Way and SF Giants Photos shared game photo galleries.
- The Yankees couldn’t finish off a series sweep again, laments The Cutoff Man.
- I’m Not a Headline Guy… feels vindicated by the Bombers’ improved play.
- View some #SoxCellfieSunday images, courtesy of Inside the White Sox.
- The Unbiased MLB Fan writes about the Mariners trying to end a dry spell.
- The rest of the season is all about prospect evaluation for the A’s, says BBST.
- Daniel Satter Sports Talk runs the rule over Blake Snell’s rookie campaign.
- The Braves have found a true gem in Mauricio Cabrera, argues Breslanta.
- The Wayniac Nation tells how Delvin Perez is putting the past behind him.
- Ballparks need more netting to protect fans, according to Baseball Betsy.
- Our Game reprinted a personal favorite article on old days in baseball.
- Go behind the scenes at Safeco Field with young Pro Blogger Matt’s Bats.
Discover: Weekend Warriors
- Bumgarner Snotrockets got to enjoy another home run by the blog’s namesake.
- The Mets pitching couldn’t match their bats, to the chagrin of The Metssiah.
- Stlcardinalsminimo says it’s time to get excited as things are looking up.
- Maikel Franco came through in a big way, as Phillies Insider will tell you.
- Dodger Insider laments a loss in Philly that snapped the team’s momentum.
- Kris Bryant homered his way to history, as The Canuck Cubbie explains.
- Inside the White Sox is eager for home cooking with a nine-game homestand.
- GM John Mozeliak talked strategy down the stretch with Cardinals Insider.
- BBST argues the A’s Khris Davis is climbing the ranks of elite power hitters.
- Recent trades and better performances have Pinstripe State of Mind hopeful.
- Dodger Drei wishes the late, great Roberto Clemente a happy 82nd birthday.
- See photos of Jerry Garcia Tribute Night at AT&T Park from SF Giants Photos.
- Callis’ Corner has some bonus prospects to add to his article on Team USA.
- Read about the Brewers’ #growGOLD Game over at Cait Covers the Bases.
Belt shares reviews of summer movies
Looking for a good summer blockbuster? Brandon Belt has weighed in with his latest round of movie reviews in his Brandon and Brandon MLB Pro Blog. See what film the Giants first basemen loved and which one he walked out of. If you aren’t already following the blog he shares with teammate Brandon Crawford, make sure you subscribe today, so you don’t miss a thing!
Discover: Monday Around the Horn
- The Red Sox completed a weekend sweep and Fenway Frames has the photos.
- The Loyal Bostonian reports that Rick Porcello is pitching with confidence.
- The Phillies enjoyed a successful Alumni Weekend, as Phillies Insider recaps.
- Gamer Babes is superstitious and beginning to think she is the problem.
- Steven Matz impressed at Citi Field on Sunday and The Metssiah approves.
- The Canuck Cubbie thinks it’s high time Dexter Fowler gets some MVP love.
- The future is bright for the Yankees, as I’m Not A Headline Guy… explains.
- The GOAT sports writes that Alex Rodriguez’s retirement is bittersweet.
- Despite innings talk, Michael Fulmer just keeps pitching, reports Beck’s Blog.
- Dodger Insider marvels at Brett Anderson’s incredibly tough injury luck.
- The Indians shut down Michael Brantley and Casey Drottar agrees with it.
- Underthought looks at the Hall of Fame chances for some current big names.
- Luis Severino should learn from Mariano Rivera, claims The Cutoff Man.
- Tracy Ringolsby breaks down how a Minor League shakeup affects the Rockies.
- A father took his son to his first MLB game and wrote about it at Bill’s Blog.
- Cardinal Girl posted more photos from her recent visit to Cooperstown.
- Yoga has been a hit with the Brewers, as Cait Covers the Bases documents.
Discover: Weekend Warriors
- The Cutoff Man recaps another come-from-behind victory for the Yankees.
- Baseball is losing over 1,000 homers this week, notes The Unbiased MLB Fan.
- The Canuck Cubbie is elated to see his beloved Cubs on a long winning streak.
- The defending NL champions fell to .500 and it’s making The Metssiah sad.
- JUST A BOY & HIS BLOG asks whether Rick Porcello is the ace of the Red Sox.
- Should the A’s give Zach Neal a real shot at starting? BBST believes so.
- Coast to Coast Sports takes a mid-season look at the Twins’ up-and-down 2016.
- Justin Upton has had a tough first season in Detroit and ALDLAND checks in.
- The Chicago Chronicle writes about the Tommy La Stella situation with the Cubs.
- Things are all right in Toronto according to One Flew Over the Jays nest.
- 1st and Inches shares an all-MLB team from his time watching the game.
- Jason Grilli is paying immediate dividends for the Jays, says Echoes From 527.
- MLB.com Fantasy 411 has Pitch or Ditch fantasy advice for tonight’s games.
- The first-place Indians are back home this weekend and TribeVibe has details.
- Phillies Insider was there at the Thursday luncheon honoring Jim Thome.
- Brewers greats will be scouting great tailgates, reports Cait Covers the Bases.
Discover: Wednesday Wonderings
- Is there something to the Cubs’ superstitions? The Canuck Cubbie explores.
- Dodger Insider tries to put the Dodgers’ NL West comeback in perspective.
- The Giants’ post-All-Star Break slide has left Gamer Babes very puzzled.
- Should Brandon Crawford write a thank-you note like More Splash Hits argues?
- BBST questions whether the A’s have properly managed Sonny Gray’s health.
- Might Prince Fielder’s career be over? The Cola examines the possibility.
- Lucas Frankel Sports looks at Alex Rodriguez’s résumé for Monument Park.
- How is Joe Girardi managing the A-Rod situation? The Cutoff Man explains.
- Vlad4MVP wonders who will win the Cy Young races in both leagues this fall.
- Will a division race decide an award like The Game of Redemption believes?
- Mullanysportsblog gazes into the Blue Jays’ 2017 free agency crystal ball.
- How will Tim Tebow fare at baseball? Bleacher Boy captured some reactions.
- What did it mean to The Kid to have his number retired? Edgar & Dave has that
- Cait Covers the Bases shares updated Brewers walk-up music, if you’re curious.
- What Olympic sports would Indians players be good at? TribeVibe has ideas.
- MLB.com Fantasy 411 put together a Pitch or Ditch if you need help today.
