NEWSLETTER
I am currently blogging – here, on Facebook, on Twitter (hash tag #BNBlogathon for those who want to jump into the fray themselves), and on Snapchat – for 39 hours straight, until slightly past MLB’s August 1 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, etc.), as well as a significant uptick in rumor/trade posts.
I’d planned on this first update of the Blogathon coming at Hour 3 (I like to try and do these check-ins every three hours or so), but then this morning blew up with a very shocking trade.
Total Posts So Far:
5.
News and Rumors Since the Last Check-In:
Well, there was no “last check-in,” but last night the Indians and Brewers got together on a still-pending Jonathan Lucroy trade, and then the stunner: the Indians are landing Andrew Miller from the Yankees.
Most Interesting Tidbit Since the Last Recap:
Again, no “last check-in” just yet, but those Indians deals. Man. They are really going for it, and although the moves will shred their formerly loaded farm system, they do get Lucroy and Miller for more than just 2016. Look for the Indians to be very good next year, too. As it stands, they’re arguably the best team in the American League after these trades.[adinserter block=”1″]
Current Thoughts About the Chicago Cubs’ Trade Deadline Strategy/Execution:
We’ll see how the Cubs play things today and tomorrow. They’ve already addressed their biggest need in the bullpen, but they’ll keep checking in on the longer-term starter market, and also the outfield bat market (in case they can still put together a deal for a truly impactful type like Josh Reddick – on whom they are reportedly out).
Current Beverage/Stimulant of Choice:
Iced vanilla latte from Starbucks, because I’m awesome.
Where I’m Writing:
Belmont Harbor.
#BNBlogathon pic.twitter.com/ZyFdygSgJi
— Brett Taylor (@BleacherNation) July 31, 2016
Strangest Thought Passing Through My Mind:
Am I going to have to change my shirt like 50 times throughout this Blogathon? It is not hot out yet, and I’m already so sweaty. Humidity, for the loss.
A Selection of #BNBlogathon Tweets:
Waiting for the #BNBlogathon like pic.twitter.com/avs1tywEXQ
— Rebecca Zainea (@RebeccaZainea) July 31, 2016
Good luck with the #BNBlogathon Brett! Love this time of year! @BleacherNation
— Mark Walton (@Markdwalton) July 31, 2016
@BleacherNation What's up Brett! Can't wait to watch you to slowly lose your mind! It's one of my fav times of the year #BNBlogathon
— Matthew Falor (@Matthew_Falor) July 31, 2016
Checking in to the @BleacherNation #BNBlogathon from Cambridge ma. Good luck Brett.
— StapleGunner (@Massdotgov) July 31, 2016
My plans for the day are to wander around Wrigleyville and see if I run into @BleacherNation #BNBlogathon
— Tyler (@RunningFlannel) July 31, 2016
Your Visual Update:
Getting up:
#BNBlogathon pic.twitter.com/Seti49YbsH
— Brett Taylor (@BleacherNation) July 31, 2016
Slow start:
#BNBlogathon pic.twitter.com/qBUnuXp4Qo
— Brett Taylor (@BleacherNation) July 31, 2016
Wow on the Miller trade:
#BNBlogathon pic.twitter.com/wXuR4Ushuc
— Brett Taylor (@BleacherNation) July 31, 2016
A little live chatting:
LIVE on #Periscope: #BNBlogathon at Belmont Harbor – Yankees did WHAT? https://t.co/SQ4pLbkonp
— Brett Taylor (@BleacherNation) July 31, 2016
[adinserter block=”2″]
