Colin Cerniglia

Juan Soto's bat speed decline threatens Mets' $765 million investment Juan Soto's bat has slowed by 2.4 mph this season, and that seemingly small number is threatening to turn the Mets' $765 million investment into baseball's most expensive disappointment.

I went viral! All over 2.4 mph.

I didn't post this column when I originally wrote it (Monday), but I found out this morning that it has 45k+ views and counting!

Give it a read if you like baseball and analytics!

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Greetings from Charlotte, N.C.

We are under 19 minutes from kickoff at Bank of America, where Charlotte FC hosts MLS newcomer San Diego FC.

The Crown will look to stay unbeaten at home.

Charlotte FC plays a dominant second half of soccer and comes back to defeat Nashville SC 2-1. It wasn't easy, but home turf was protected. #ForTheCrown

We're just under five minutes from the start of the second half in Charlotte. Nashville leads FC 1-0. SC has been the more physical team and has five shots on goal, while Charlotte is still searching for their first attempt. #ForTheCrown

Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.

Hello from Bank of America Stadium, where I'm covering the Charlotte FC match against Nashville SC today. Follow along for updates and a full recap after the game #ForTheCrown

🤣 I just learned yesterday. Trying to get off social media more but want a way to follow your work. I can scope it out myself but it would be nice if I could get it pushed to the news aggregator I’m trying

@danieljtgallen.bsky.social random q but is there an RSS feed for Lions247, and if so, could you provide it? I looked online but couldn’t find anything. Hoping I’m just not a good internet sleuth. Thank you!

Culture of Excellence Book — CERNIG In Culture of Excellence, Colin Cerniglia takes us inside baseball’s most successful franchise to uncover compelling and useful lessons in leadership.

Grab your copy now and start leading with creative freedom!

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- Foster Collaboration: Encourage open dialogue and value diverse perspectives to build a forward-thinking team.

Ready to revolutionize your leadership style? Culture of Excellence is packed with practical strategies and real-world examples to help you create a thriving, innovative workplace.

Actionable Leadership Tips:
- Empower Your Team: Allow space for creative projects to boost morale and drive unexpected innovations.
- Celebrate Uniqueness: Recognize and reward creative efforts, whether through social media shoutouts or informal awards.

Culture of Excellence Book — CERNIG In Culture of Excellence, Colin Cerniglia takes us inside baseball’s most successful franchise to uncover compelling and useful lessons in leadership.

- Real-World Success: The Yankees prove it—Bernie Williams & Paul O’Neill turned their creative passions into music, & Didi Gregorius rocked social media w/ playful emoji tweets & digital art.
- Stronger Culture: Loyalty and innovation flourish when individuals are encouraged to express themselves.

Why Creative Freedom Works:
- Innovation Unleashed: The 80/20 rule lets people spend 20% of their time on passion projects, sparking game-changing ideas.

Monday Motivation: Unleash Creative Freedom in Leadership

Empower your team to drive innovation and build a culture of excellence. In Culture of Excellence, discover how giving your team the freedom to express their unique talents can transform your organization.

"I Hope Your Team Sucks and Loses": Inside the Head of John Kruk John Kruk has gone from beloved ball player to Phillies outcast and back again. Here's how Krukker became Philadelphia’s rambling id.

"After years compressing his candid observations as an ESPN analyst, Kruk has fully leaned in to the free-wheeling, fan-forward flexibility of the local broadcast booth — the casual camaraderie, the unabated passion, the digressive lulls — and become must-watch television because of it."

Orioles GM talks big, delivers less while AL East rivals reload The Baltimore Orioles' remarkable turnaround from 115-loss embarrassment to American League contender is now at risk.

Baltimore has flat-out botched its prep for 2025. If you polled 10 fans, I guarantee all 10 would give Elias an F for this offseason. So I broke down exactly why the frustration is justified in my latest for Yardbarker.

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Weird Dudes, Constant Misery: The Unfiltered Story of Voices in Vain A deep dive into Voices in Vain—how a group of self-described “weird dudes” turned chaos into a cohesive, charged force in heavy music.

We pulled the greatest hits from their story—swipe through to see what makes them one of the most relentless underground bands today.

👇 Tag a friend who needs to hear them. Read the full deep dive here: dub.sh/fDQfJpV

🔥 “Weird dudes. Constant misery.” That’s how Voices in Vain describes themselves—and honestly? It’s spot on.

From DIY basement shows to pandemic setbacks and packed venues in cities they’ve never played before, this band is proving that heavy music isn’t just surviving—it’s thriving.

Culture of Excellence Book — CERNIG In Culture of Excellence, Colin Cerniglia takes us inside baseball’s most successful franchise to uncover compelling and useful lessons in leadership.

Great leaders don’t lead with fear—they lead with respect. If you want to build a culture where people want to give their best, it starts with how you treat them.

Learn the leadership lessons that drive real success. Get your copy of Culture of Excellence today. dub.sh/sTizSko

Culture of Excellence Book — CERNIG In Culture of Excellence, Colin Cerniglia takes us inside baseball’s most successful franchise to uncover compelling and useful lessons in leadership.

Joe Girardi, former Yankees manager, knew this. When his players made mistakes, he didn’t shame them—he shielded them. He understood that pressure and self-doubt were already tough enough. Instead of public embarrassment, he gave them confidence to bounce back.

MotivationMonday: The Best Leaders Take the Heat—Not Shift the Blame

Ever had a boss who threw you under the bus? Compare that to a leader who stands up for you—even when things go wrong. The difference? Trust, loyalty, and a culture where people perform at their best.

Weird Dudes, Constant Misery: The Unfiltered Story of Voices in Vain A deep dive into Voices in Vain—how a group of self-described “weird dudes” turned chaos into a cohesive, charged force in heavy music.

Even if you’re not a metal fan, their story is one you’ll want to read. 🎸🔥

📖 Read the full piece → dub.sh/fDQfJpV

After catching their Charlotte show, I saw firsthand why their intense energy and raw authenticity are winning over metal fans everywhere.

I sat down with all five members to dig into their journey—the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the conviction behind their sound. They didn’t hold back.

🔥 Meet the heavy metal band carving their own path—Voices in Vain. 🔥

This Vermont-based band has been grinding for years, but their latest album (Fall 2024) and touring schedule have catapulted them into something bigger.

Glad to see it’s not serious. I thought it was a broken bone or something. Whew

Saw that report. Does not seem good. All the stars are going down (if he’s out long term)

Overlooked We've all been there.

This week's Powder Blue Nostalgia looks at the career of chronically underappreciated Blue Jays hurler Dave Stieb, arguably the best pitcher of the ‘80s.

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I could see ppl getting confused too because your last name starts with an “A” and it could blend to look like “Lindsay” or something. Idk why my brain did that but thought I’d share

And thank you, sir!

Same. I’m interested to see what it does for smaller programs in general. I always thought the Andrew Luck thing was just name brand — and I know it’s not exactly the same deal anyway — but I could see it becoming a trend collegiately if someone like Steph does well for Davidson.