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Will Laws

Will Laws joined Sports Illustrated in February 2020 after three years at Yahoo/AOL and two years at Graphiq, a tech start-up acquired by Amazon, where he wrote articles for Sports Illustrated, Yahoo! Sports, NBA.com and more. He also previously worked as an associate reporter for MLB.com covering the San Diego Padres.

Articles From This Author

Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson celebrates against Phillies
MLB

Ranking the Five Best Fits for Dansby Swanson

By Will Laws
Red Sox second baseman Trevor Story celebrates with third baseman Rafael Devers after hitting a three-run home run.
MLB

Building the Best Red Sox Team for 2023

By Will Laws
Bryce Harper runs to first base after hitting a single
MLB

How the Phillies Can Upset the Astros and Win the World Series

By Will Laws
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How MTV’s ‘The Challenge’ Became the Reality Show for Sports Fans

By Will Laws
Padres pitcher Blake Snell side by side with Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw
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Padres-Dodgers Preview: Three Things That Will Decide the NLDS

By Will Laws
Guardians third baseman José Ramírez and Rays lefty Shane McClanahan
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Three Things That Will Decide the Guardians-Rays Wild-Card Series

By Will Laws
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MLB Power Rankings: A Haiku for Every Team to Start October

By Will Laws
Aug 23, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Minnesota Twins at Minute Maid Park.
MLB

Ranking the Playoff Rotations for MLB’s Contending Teams

By Will Laws
Jun 10, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Nick Castellanos (8) looks on against the Arizona Diamondbacks after second inning at Citizens Bank Park.
MLB

Pumpkin Watch: Three MLB Stars in Danger of a Steep Decline

By Will Laws
Goodbye, Minnesota Twins. Hello, Cleveland Guardians.
MLB

MLB Power Rankings: Goodbye, Twins, Hello, Guardians, As Playoffs Shake Out

By Will Laws
Houston Astros’ Framber Valdez smiles as he walks to the dugout after working against the Texas Rangers during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Arlington, Texas, Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022.
MLB

The Unexpected Greatness of Framber Valdez

By Will Laws
Milwaukee Brewers’ Christian Yelich follows the flight of his solo home run off Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Chad Kuhl in the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, in Denver.
MLB

Yelich’s Moon Shot Reminds the Brewers of What They’re Missing

By Will Laws
Aaron Judge
MLB

What History Tells Us About Aaron Judge’s Pursuit of 61 Home Runs

By Will Laws
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MLB Power Rankings: Where the Mets, Dodgers Stand Before Decisive Series

By Will Laws
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MLB

Good Riddance, Arte Moreno. Thanks for Wasting Trout and Ohtani

By Will Laws
Justin Verlander delivers a pitch against the Mets
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The Six-Man Rotation May Be MLB’s Next Evolutionary Step

By Will Laws
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MLB Power Rankings: Cleveland Secures Road Trip Wins To Move Up the Rankings

By Will Laws
Chicago White Sox’s Tim Anderson walks to the dugout after striking out during the third inning of the team’s baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians, Wednesday, July 13, 2022, in Cleveland.
MLB

The White Sox Are Suffering the Consequences of Doing Nothing

By Will Laws
Houston Astros starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi (17) throws a pitch against the Oakland Athletics during the fifth inning at RingCentral Coliseum.
MLB

Reports: Braves Shore Up Rotation, Outfield in Pair of Trades

By Will Laws
Jul 28, 2022; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Aaron Judge (99) reacts after striking out during the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium.
MLB

Judge’s Home Run Chase Isn’t Enough to Keep Yankees From Falling

By Will Laws
Boston Red Sox’s Nathan Eovaldi hands the ball to manager Alex Cora as he is removed during the third inning of the team’s baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Friday, July 22, 2022, in Boston.
MLB

Five ‘Angel and Devil’ Trade Deadline Debates

By Will Laws
Jul 18, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (40) is interviewed as his brother, Atlanta Braves designated hitter William Contreras (24) sneaks up behind him at All Star-Media Day at Dodger Stadium.
MLB

Willson and William Contreras Are Living the Brotherly Dream

By Will Laws
Houston Astros’ Jose Altuve, left, and Jeremy Pena celebrate Pena’s home run against the Detroit Tigers during the fifth inning of a baseball game Thursday, May 5, 2022, in Houston.
MLB

MLB Power Rankings: Biggest All-Star Snub on Each Team

By Will Laws
Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff pitching
MLB

Giants Fall, Brewers Rise in Latest MLB Power Rankings

By Will Laws
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman walks to the field for the presentation of his World Series championship ring, before the team’s baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Friday, June 24, 2022 in Atlanta.
MLB

Freddie Freeman’s Love for Atlanta Shouldn’t Alienate Los Angeles

By Will Laws
Toronto Blue Jays’ Bo Bichette (11) runs to second base on a ground-rule double during the second inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., Friday, May 27, 2022.
MLB

Six Takeaways on MLB’s First All-Star Fan Voting Update

By Will Laws
Graphic featuring Alex Bregman of the Astros with the words MLB Power Rankings
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MLB Power Rankings: Revealing the Most Disappointing Players

By Will Laws
Atlanta Braves’ Ronald Acuña Jr. high-fives third base coach Ron Washington following the team’s baseball game against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Washington. The Braves won 10-4.
MLB

The Four Key Factors Behind the Resurgent Braves

By Will Laws
Chicago White Sox manager Tony La Russa brings out the line-up card before a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays Friday, June 3, 2022, in St. Petersburg, Fla.
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Hot Seat Index: Which MLB Managers Could Be Fired Next?

By Will Laws
June 2, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (26) throws against the New York Mets during the second inning at Dodger Stadium.
MLB

MLB Power Rankings: Each Team’s Unsung All-Star–Worthy Player

By Will Laws
Los Angeles Dodgers’ Mookie Betts celebrates his home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Tuesday, May 24, 2022, in Washington.
MLB

Mookie Betts Is Back in MVP Form

By Will Laws
Los Angeles Dodgers’ Mookie Betts reacts after his solo home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sunday, May 22, 2022, in Philadelphia.
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MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers and Yankees Flip-Flop at the Top

By Will Laws
Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker hoists the Commissioner's Trophy after defeating the Houston Astros in game six of the 2021 World Series at Minute Maid Park.
MLB

Making the Case for the American Baseball Cup

By Will Laws
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MLB Power Rankings: The Breakouts and Busts Are Shaking Things Up

By Will Laws
Cincinnati Reds’ Joey Votto reacts as a long ball that he hit just barely went foul during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Los Angeles.
MLB

How Concerned Should We Be About These Sluggish Starts?

By Will Laws
Minnesota Twins third base Gio Urshela (15) slides home for the game-winning run as teammates celebrate after a throwing error by Detroit Tigers catcher Eric Haase (13) during the ninth inning
MLB

Six Chaotic Blunders Lead to a Bonkers Twins Walk-Off Win

By Will Laws
Seattle Mariners’ Jesse Winker, front right, is lifted by Ty France as he celebrates a win over Kansas City Royals in 12 innings of a baseball game, Sunday, April 24, 2022, in Seattle.
MLB

MLB Power Rankings: The Mariners Crack the Top 10

By Will Laws
Colorado Rockies manager Bud Black
MLB

Bud Black Is the Right Manager to Lead the Rockies to Their Peak

By Will Laws
Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) and center fielder Guillermo Heredia (38) celebrate after receiving World Series championship rings
MLB

Braves Are Prioritizing the 2020s Over a World Series Repeat

By Will Laws
Jul 31, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) and shortstop Bo Bichette (11) have a laugh at Rogers Centre.
MLB

Ranking Every MLB Team by Entertainment Value

By Will Laws
Dodgers enter 2022 as MLB favorites.
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MLB Preseason Power Rankings: Who’s No. 1?

By Nick Selbe and Will Laws
Sep. 3 2021 - Chicago Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel (18) celebrates with third baseman Patrick Wisdom (16) after hitting a solo home run
MLB

One Big Question for Every National League Team

By Will Laws
Matt Olson hits with Oakland A’s
MLB

Matt Olson’s Extensions Signals a New Era for the Braves

By Will Laws
Sep 18, 2021; Anaheim, California, USA; Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson (28) hits a solo home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning at Angel Stadium.
MLB

How the Yankees, Giants and Mariners Can Upgrade Via Trade

By Will Laws
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Active Pitchers and DHs Closest to Cooperstown Cut Line

By Will Laws
Andrew McCutchen was one of the best players in baseball during his time with the Pirates. Can he do enough over the rest of his career to be elected to the Hall of Fame?
MLB

The Outfield of Active Players Closest to the Cooperstown Cut Line

By Will Laws
Oct 31, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Atlanta Braves in game five of the 2021 World Series at Truist Park.
MLB

The Infield of Active Players Closest to the Cooperstown Cut Line

By Will Laws
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) scores the game winning touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during overtime in the AFC Divisional playoff football game
NFL

Chiefs vs. Bills Finish Reignites NFL Overtime Rules Debate

By Will Laws
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NFL

Rodgers Roasted on Social Media Following Packers’ Loss

By Will Laws
Aug 20, 2021; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (59) scores after hitting a solo home run during the seventh inning against the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium.
MLB

Five Players Who Should Be Traded After MLB Lockout Ends

By Will Laws