It used to be you had to wait until the following year to read about previous season. But now, thanks to all kinds of new technologies, it’s almost instantaneous.
Baseball Insider, a special issue of Sports Weekly, does a great job of recapturing the excitement of the 2008 season while examining the strengths and weaknesses of each franchise as it prepares for 2009.
Highlights of the issue include:
- A month-by-month recap, including major highlights and milestones; streak and slump for each month; cumulative statistical leaders; and dates to remember.
- A look back at the post-season
- An extensive look at each franchise, including how it rates in a number of categories, such as player development, affordability for families, continuity; team leaders; minor league prospects; and league and overall baseball rankings (Red Sox are the top club, with the Orioles, Pirates and Royals tied for last place).
- Final statistics for every player ion every major league team
The publication is available at newstands now or digitally at Newsstand.com, each for $4.95.
Rating: ◊◊◊◊◊ (Out of five diamonds)
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