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Premium Article On the Beat: Pitchers Take the Wheel

by John Perrotto

The Dodgers are going to have to rely on their pitching to carry them to October. Our beat man also checks in on Carlos Marmol, the A's stadium situation, Alex Cobb, and with scouts. . . . more | 1 unread comment

Premium Article Skewed Left: Preparing for Baseball's Most Extreme Circumstances

by Zachary Levine

Does it make sense for managers to plan for extremely long games? . . . more | 0 comments

Premium Article What You Need to Know: The Outstanding Oriole

by Daniel Rathman

Yesterday, Chris Davis got back on the multi-homer track. Tonight, Ben Zobrist will try to snap his slump as he faces Andy Pettitte. . . . more | 0 comments

In A Pickle: The Sexy, Sultry San Jose vs. MLB Complaint

by Jason Wojciechowski

Jason dives into San Jose's case against MLB in the city's ongoing pursuit of the Oakland Athletics. . . . more | 0 comments

Fantasy Article Free Agent Watch: Week 12

by Mike Gianella and Bret Sayre

Padres second baseman Logan Forsythe, one of this week's recommended pickups, makes for an intriguing option at a very shallow position. . . . more | 0 comments

Fantasy Article Bullpen Report: What Have You Done for Me Lately?

by Mike Gianella

Mike explains the criteria that contribute to his weekly rankings, before delving into the latest tiers and dollar values. . . . more | 0 comments

Premium Article Daily Roundup: Around the League: June 20, 2013

by Clint Chisam

News and notes from around the league for June 20, 2013. . . . more | 0 comments

Wednesday, June 19

Premium Article What You Need to Know: Wheeling and Dealing

by Daniel Rathman

Yesterday, the Mets had a look at a potentially bright future with a pair of their young pitchers. Tonight, Josh Willingham will look to turn his fortunes against Chris Sale. . . . more | 3 unread comments

The Lineup Card: 8 Potential Buyers at the Trade Deadline

by Baseball Prospectus

The BP staff brainstorms teams that might be buyers at the deadline, areas of need, and potential trade targets. . . . more | 30 unread comments

Premium Article Painting the Black: The Improbability of the Closer

by R.J. Anderson

Toronto's closer (and non-closer) speak to the difficulty of making plans. . . . more | 0 comments

Premium Article Daily Hit List: Wednesday, June 19

by Matt Sussman

It's called the Hit LIst because the Braves comment will make you want to hit Matt, hard. . . . more | 8 unread comments

Feature Focus: Prospect Tracker

by Rob McQuown

The tool for tracking the current top prospects, reviewing prospects from past seasons, and following your team tracker teams across all levels. . . . more | 12 unread comments

Fantasy Article Sporer Report: The Fantasy Platoon Advantage, Part Two

by Paul Sporer

After taking a look at some lefty mashers last week, Paul brings you five players who could help your fantasy squad on the long side of a platoon. . . . more | 1 unread comment

Fantasy Article Fantasy Freestyle: Time for a Change

by Jason Collette

Jason looks at the pitchers who benefit most in leagues that count quality starts instead of wins and calls for commissioners to make the switch. . . . more | 28 unread comments

Premium Article Daily Roundup: Around the League: June 19, 2013

by Clint Chisam

News and notes from around the league for June 19, 2013. . . . more | 1 unread comment

Tuesday, June 18

Premium Article Overthinking It: The Most Surprising Team Performances So Far

by Ben Lindbergh

The teams that have outhit and outpitched their projections, or fallen the farthest short. . . . more | 4 unread comments

Premium Article The Call-Up: Zack Wheeler

by Mark Anderson and Bret Sayre

After gaining polish over 13 Triple-A starts, Zack Wheeler is ready to prove that he belongs in the Mets rotation. . . . more | 0 comments

Premium Article The Call-Up: Wil Myers

by Jason Cole and Bret Sayre

One of baseball's best-hitting teams adds one of baseball's best-hitting prospects. . . . more | 3 unread comments

Premium Article Baseball Therapy: Is There a Pinch-Fielding Penalty?

by Russell A. Carleton

Do substitute defenders perform worse in the field than starters? . . . more | 4 unread comments

Pebble Hunting: Blind BABIP Test, Part 2

by Sam Miller

Can you tell Jose Iglesias' hits from his outs? . . . more | 39 unread comments

Baseball ProGUESTus: The Yankees' Post-Rivera Relief Corps

by Josh Norris

The Yankees haven't produced many successful homegrown starters, but they have been churning out a wave of cheap relief arms. . . . more | 2 unread comments

Premium Article What You Need to Know: Yu Better Watch Out

by Daniel Rathman

Yesterday, Josh Johnson showed off his vintage form against the Rockies. Tonight, Seth Smith ought to be wary of Yu Darvish as he tries to avoid becoming the fireballer's next strikeout victim. . . . more | 0 comments

Premium Article Daily Hit List: Tuesday, June 18

by Matthew Kory

Will you gladly pay us Tuesday for a Hit List today? . . . more | 4 unread comments

Premium Article Daily Roundup: Around the League: June 18, 2013

by Clint Chisam

News and notes from around the league for June 18, 2013. . . . more | 4 unread comments

Fantasy Article The Stash List: Moving Beyond the Super Two

by Bret Sayre

With the likes of Wil Myers and Zack Wheelers making their debuts today, Bret looks at the next wave of players who could come up and help your fantasy team. . . . more | 13 unread comments

Monday, June 17

Premium Article Monday Morning Ten Pack: June 17

by BP Prospect Staff

A trip around the minors, with looks at Julio Urias, Martin Perez, Mark Sappington, Jose Dominguez, and others. . . . more | 23 unread comments