Kevin Rakas

Kevin is a writer, editor and producer who has more than six years in the newspaper industry, and he also has written for FanSided and Inside the Hashes. A sports fan and follower for more than 30 years, Kevin's main interest is sports history. He has been married for more than 17 years.

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MLB Top 5: Colorado Rockies Catchers and Managers

This is the first article in a series that looks at the five best players at each position for the Colorado Rockies. In this installment are catchers and managers. Baseball fans in Colorado had several false starts before finally getting a franchise. A challenge to the Major Leagues called the Continental League never materialized in

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MLB Top 5: Cleveland Guardians Outfielders

This is the fourth article in a series that looks at the five best players at each position for the Cleveland Indians/Guardians franchise. In this installment are the outfielders. The Cleveland Guardians feature solid depth among their outfielders, with talented but troubled starts leading the corner spots and a wealth of star power in center.

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MLB Top 5: Cleveland Guardians Middle Infielders

This is the third article in a series that looks at the five best players at each position for the Cleveland Indians/Guardians franchise. In this installment are second basemen and shortstops. The Cleveland Guardians franchise has had the good fortune of several top-notch middle infielders through the years. The second base list includes three players

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