I am currently blogging – here, on Facebook, and on Twitter (hash tag #BNBlogathon for those who want to jump into the fray themselves) – for 37 hours straight, until slightly past MLB’s July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline, thanks to your generous donations to Make-A-Wish. I’ll be doing recaps on the process throughout the day, but you’ll also see normal posting (Bullets, news, Pre-Gamin’, EBS), as well as a significant uptick in rumor/trade posts.
It’s been a relatively quiet morning around baseball so far, but there’s still been a ton to write about. So that’s good.
And coming in two hours – at 1pm CT – the first live video cast of the Blogathon. If it works, it’ll be here at the site for you to watch. I don’t really know what I’m going to say or discuss, so have some questions ready to ask in the comments and on Twitter. Don’t ask them now, because I won’t see them. But have them ready.
Total Posts So Far:
9.
News and Rumors Since the Last Recap:
Nothing really on the rumor/trade front, aside from some Royals outfield speculation. We talked about the Neil Ramirez arm issue, which is certainly interesting, albeit a little awkward. We celebrated John Baker’s great game, and Luke addressed some lingering questions from his midseason top 40 prospect ranking.
Most Interesting Tidbit Since the Last Recap:
Mostly just me thinking out loud: even if the Red Sox are itching to move Jon Lester today, what if a prime suitor – say, the Cardinals, for example – has a preference for David Price, and wants to wait to see if the Rays will make him available before moving on to Lester? And what if the Rays are literally going to wait as long as possible to make a decision?
Current Thoughts About the Chicago Cubs’ Trade Deadline Strategy/Execution:
Just wait for that dance partner, boys.
Current Beverage/Stimulant of Choice:
It’s just about lunchtime, so it’s just a normal Coke Zero.
Number of Failed Attempts to Re-Collar Our Feistiest Cat:
1
Hat Status:
I knew this was going to happen. It’s a little itchy. Damn it.
Also, this:
I turned the hat stickers into shirt stickers because reasons. #BNBlogathon pic.twitter.com/PyICMn0yfs
— Bleacher Nation (@BleacherNation) July 30, 2014
Strangest Thought Passing Through My Mind:
I’m nervous for the first video cast. It’s live. Anything could happen!
A Selection of #BNBlogathon Tweets:
#BNBlogathon should be trending. Best 37 hours of the year. #Whatjob
— Andrew (@ambauer88) July 30, 2014
https://twitter.com/aliciabu/status/494470967255523329
https://twitter.com/DrCub1908/status/494472813735346176
https://twitter.com/mbvader/status/494473138684837888
The REAL Christmas in July is the #BNBlogathon
— Mr. Trevor (Taylor's Version) (@RevRohn521) July 30, 2014
https://twitter.com/AndyRussell299/status/494473332838764544
It's 9:30 AM here and I'm already tired and need a nap. I can do that, you know. #BNBlogathon
— Stan (@Crewsett) July 30, 2014
1 of my fav days of the year. #BNBlogathon is here! Check out what my favorite website's doing today 4 a great cause http://t.co/mBSvCJYG2K
— Lenny Weber (@Lweb423) July 30, 2014
So the #BNBlogathon is in full force lets see how long before @BleacherNation wants to be like MG Jr 😉 pic.twitter.com/pda1QC9Wvz
— MichiganGoat (@MichiganGoat) July 30, 2014
@BleacherNation "He's losing his mind… And I'm reaping all the benefits." pic.twitter.com/IlKFHSIppE
— Lets go Cubs (@GoCubsG02016) July 30, 2014
Your Visual Update:
Health is important.
Important #BNBlogathon health tip. https://t.co/R4aHMgYa7T
— Bleacher Nation (@BleacherNation) July 30, 2014