At what point should a team like the Royals bring up a guy like Zimmer and just let him fire whatever bullets he has in live action? I have to assume he'd be good out of the bullpen already, and what's the point of him throwing another pitch that doesn't count?

In last week's chat, someone mentioned he enjoyed learning and was wondering about college even though he was 37. I went back to college when I was 39. Not only did I enjoy it, but I was never the oldest student in the class. Don't let age be a deterrent to learning!

Hi Keith. Which pitcher has more upside potential: Alec Mills (CHC) or Jorge Lopez (MIL). Thanks!

Kind of feel like Brooke has been foreshadowed to win Top Chef all year and tonight we'll see, but I have to say this crop of contestants looks to be one of the weakest. (Said the guy who didn't get to taste one thing.) But really, the newbies either never got the benefit of the doubt at Judges' Table or were overmatched, leading to a run by the also-rans. I mean, that rude, sweaty John was in the final four!

Hi Keith. What do you think is the likelihood Josh Staumont can remain a starter? Thanks

If Jeren Kendall strikes out at a pace of once per game or more, how far down team's boards do you think he'd fall? Do you think the Twins or Reds would still consider him at the top of the draft?

Keith, longtime reader, first time questioner in the chats. If an outfielder has a "20 arm", is it possible for them to improve that ability? And can they improve dramatically? Thinking about Donnie Dewees and his noted skillset

Could you compare Jake Burger to Nick Senzel please? Do you think Burger will still be available in 30's in the draft?

What was your "WTF" font size when you read that Jered Weaver was signed by the Padres? Aren't they rebuilding?

I'm trying to perfect the classic breakfast skillet (potatoes, bacon, cheese), and can't get the potatoes crispy enough. Any suggestions?

Chances of Astros making playoffs once in next 3 years?

Best version of Ticket To Ride for 3 people? My 9-year-old has started playing the app version.

I heard you on MLB Network (I think it was you) praising Tyler O'Neill as a guy who could flat-out hit, but you seemed down on his hit tool by omitting him from the top 100. Has your read on him changed, or am I imagining this whole scenario?

It was only a one inning appearance, but any initial thoughts to Anthony Banda being recorded at 95-97 during the game against GCU? Possible relief ace if he doesn't make it as a starter?

Have you ever watched the movie Inside Out? I feel like it's really underrated and has a pretty solid storyline/message.

If international players were part of the amateur draft, where do you think Maitan would have been drafted?

Did you have a chance to catch either Neruda or I Am Not a Negro last weekend? I saw Neruda and thought I liked it, but left confused. Pork tenderloin at Cocina Lolo was 80 grade, though. Looking forward to your reviews . . .

Can Ian Anderson be a true ace, or is a 2/3 his ceiling? P.S. I really appreciated your very subtle reference to Jethro Tull in his top 100 write-up. It was the obvious joke, but you didn't force it. Bravo

Do you see Bukauskas and Houck as starters or relievers at the next level?

By the way, no question, just a thank you...for not sticking to sports. #resist

Keith, where would you start Mitch White in the Dodgers system this season? How quickly do you think he can move through said system?

Can better pitch tunneling and deception be taught to pitchers?

Keith, given your site URL, I'm wondering what your thoughts are on current and past Bloom County. It was one of my true favorites in the 1980s, along with Doonesbury, Far Side and Calvin & Hobbes. But whenever I read it now, I don't feel it holds up as well. Doonesbury still feels like a really sharp time capsule by comparison, and Calvin & Hobbes truly seems timeless. Were you/are you reading any of these?

Hi Keith, is your book only related to baseball or are you touching on other topics that you seem to enjoy talking about (I am fine with it but I am not interested)? If it is only baseball I will buy it, otherwise I will pass - thanks!

2 part question. Do you think the NCAA has the power to fight against Trump's pull back on bathroom freedom by withholding events from states that move forward with "bathroom bills?" 2. Do you think the NCAA will actually do this?

Hi keith, love these chats. I threatened to slap my friend once when he said that steaks didn't need to be seasoned as long as they were cooked medium rare. Is there any other way I could have reacted? I was just so shocked.

Is there any chance that Connor Sadzeck can be an average starter at the big league level? Or is he destined for the bullpen?

Hi Keith - I think people are missing the point of the new intentional walk rule, as I've repeatedly heard remarks such as "this is stupid, this won't solve the problem, why bother." I don't recall Manfred every saying this will make a drastic difference, and what I see this as is a small step in the right direction. Sure this may only shave a minute (yes it takes longer than a few seconds to throw four balls) off of NL games, but compounded with future changes (hopefully!), such as limited mound visits and quickening replay reviews, it could make a substantial difference. Your thoughts?

Hey Keith, I'm not sure if you saw the segment on Mike & Mike discussing Ankiel's recent admission to drinking before games to calm his nerves. The turned the narrative into players drinking and totally ignored how this stemmed from his issues with anxiety which in 2001 wasn't as well known as it is today. I guess this is less a question and more a statement that mental health issues, when it comes to athletes, seem like an avenue that could raise awareness but it overlooked for a more popular narrative. It's disappointing and I'm thankful that you address the real issue and not the popular narratives when it comes to these issues.

What is my best position, both objectively and for the long term plans of the White Sox?

Do you think Cashman responded to Randy Levine's fuckery internally? What would you have done?

Any chance the ridiculous runner on 2nd proposal is just to distract us from a slightly less controversial rule change? P.S. Sorry about Piers Morgan.

After the embarrassment of the latest CBA negotiations, how is Tony Clark still leading the union?

Have you seen Kyler Murray and Brandon Mcillwain ? How good are they in baseball ?

Do you buy the argument that anything the Oscars do really has any tangible real world impact beyond that room? Like for instance Moonlight winning Best Picture would somehow be a win for gay rights

Is Brendan McKay a hitter or pitcher long term in your opinion? What are his overall ceilings at both respective positions?

Chef Law - how do you go about organizing the recipes you use, either self created or taken from another chef/home cook? I find it hard to remember everything I've made in the past or would like to make in the future and tend to make the same meals quite often instead of enjoying a variety of different foods.

If you want to know how messed up the NCAA really is, listen to this. I'm trying to work for a D1 Football team as. student assistant. I can't technically work for them because it's against NCAA rules. A way around that would be to get into the work study program provided by the school. I can't get into the work study, because my parents make too much money. Even if I register as an independent, my parents still influence whether or not I can get into the work study program. The only way I get into the work study without my parents influencing it is if I was 24 (I'm 19), if my parents were in jail or dead (they aren't), or if I'm homeless (I'm not) along with a couple of other factors. An appeal to the NCAA could be sent but it it would just get immediately rejected according to our compliance office. It's just sucks that I get punished because my parents make too much when this job would actually help me advance my career. So the NCAA doesn't just screw the players.

Can you believe Milo? I was OK with what he said about women, blacks, and immigrants. But he crossed a line with pedophilia! Please excuse me while I clutch my pearls and lie on my fainting couch.

Grimes' album Art Angels is still one of the best albums the last 3 years. That is all.

An article was published today about the potential for MLB to expand to 32 teams. Most of the opinions suggested four divisions in each league, with four teams each (and then presumably one wild card for each league because MLB isn't going to reduce the number of teams making the playoffs). I think two divisions per league with 8 teams each makes more sense. If the playoffs have four division winners and one WC, one division winner would have to play the play-in game with the WC (deflating the regular season accomplishment of the division winner), or there would need to be a first round bye and longer playoffs. With three WCs, we could keep the play-in for the last two in. Also, I think larger divisions might increase interest outside home markets, by putting more teams in the same division as your hometown team. Do you have a preference for expansion, or is it too far off in your view? Thanks for all your great work.

I read your review on Hidden Figures today, and you don't seem to be the only person questioning it's quality as a movie itself. I know this will probably come off wrong, and I don't want it to, but is it possible that it received the Oscar Nominations it did because of last year's controversy? And if that's the case, is there a problem with that?

Hey Keith, thanks for taking my question. I have a three year old boy, and he loves throwing things... but his mechanics are a mess! His "W"s are all inverted, and sometimes look like "M"s. He often leads with the wrong foot. No question here, just nonsense from a young father, who appreciates all you do for us baseball fanatics.

Ever since Billy Eppler left the Yankees for the Angels GM job, I've wondered about the possibility of him trading Trout to his former employers. Could you imagine the Yanks using their farm system to get Trout and then signing Harper?

big fan here. i posted this in comments a few posts back but i'm still curious: why is drip-over superior to traditional drip? seems like the same process either way. (and by “superior” i’m only talking about the quality of the cup or pot of coffee)

Can Arroyo and Beede help the Giants in 2017?

Going to keep watching Legion or was the pilot enough for you?

Wondering if you've had any opportunity to see Jason Heyward's "revamped" swing. From the half-dozen or so wings I've seen on video, it appears that there's some obvious emphasis on adding loft, but I'm wondering whether you've seen it and, if so, whether it appears to address what you consider to be the most glaring issue(s).

With ICE performing a real life Milgram experiment, what do you foresee happening?

Thought on Wieters to the Nats?