Thomas Erbe

Thomas Erbe

Joined: Oct 22, 2021

Tommy is a meatball sports fan from Chicago who loves writing and talking about all things baseball. While he may not be from your city, he's passionate about the game as a whole and giving you a valuable angle of analysis.

Sep 16, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger (24) is greeted after scoring against the Oakland Athletics during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

It sure seems like the Cubs' offseason is going to start off on a sour note

Oct 15, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first base Anthony Rizzo (48) is caught in a pickle during the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians in game two of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

John Sterling provides critical analysis of Yankees base running

Oct 8, 2021; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; A view of the field and the fans and the ballpark roof during the sixth inning between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox in game two of the 2021 ALDS at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Roof of Rays' Tropicana Field destroyed by Hurricane Milton

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) celebrates after a double play against Cleveland Guardians in the sixth inning of Game 2 of ALDS at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.

Tarik Skubal's mom was the only one unhappy with his performance in Game 2

Sep 11, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (46) is doused with water by center fielder Michael Siani (63) and teammates after hitting the go ahead one run double in the eighth inning in a victory over the Cincinnati Reds at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

MLB Rumors: Paul Goldschmidt suitor, Willy Adames surprise team, White Sox buzz

Oct 2, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres fans before game two in the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs between the Padres and Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Padres CEO begs fans to behave themselves as Dodgers series heads to San Diego

Oct 7, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone (17) walks to the mound for a pitching change against the Kansas City Royals in the sixth inning during game two of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Everything Aaron Boone said after Yankees Game 2 loss to Royals

Sep 4, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Jesse Winker (3) celebrates his grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox with right fielder Tyrone Taylor (15) and shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) and third baseman Mark Vientos (27) and left fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Mets officially won the off-day thanks to implosion from playoff contenders

Aug 27, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Phillies fans should be cackling at MLB Power Rankings of playoff pitchers

Aug 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora (left) and coach Andy Fox (right) prior to the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Alex Cora knows Red Sox screwed themselves out of playoff contention

Sep 3, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Chicago White Sox outfielder Miguel Vargas (20) and outfielder Andrew Benintendi (23) react after colliding on Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Eloy Jiménez (not pictured) second inning fly ball at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Orioles broadcaster does his best to sum up disastrous White Sox season in one embarrassing play

Aug 22, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) delivers a pitch against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Paul Skenes could get robbed of NL Rookie of the Year thanks to the Pirates

Aug 28, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) throws a pitch against the Houston Astros in the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports

Phillies reaction to latest Taijuan Walker start was the bare minimum

Aug 26, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) prepares for an at bat against the Washington Nationals during the ninth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-USA TODAY Sports

5 dark horse Juan Soto landing spots that are way more fun than either New York team

Aug 26, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia (11) and second baseman Whit Merrifield (15) celebrate after defeating the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

3 Braves rivals that should be most terrified by Atlanta’s late-August run

Aug 26, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Toronto Blue Jays right fielder George Springer (4) hits a three run home run against the Boston Red Sox in the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Step aside, Danny Jansen: George Springer makes electric MLB history of his own on a weird day