Samardzija, McAllister, and Karstens go under the microscope in this week’s VP.
Paul examines the two-start pitchers coming out of the All-Star Break.
Depth has value, but you’ll never realize that value if it’s sitting on your bench.
The Marlins, Astros, and Padres bullpen situations are examined with each potentially on the cusp of chaos.
Michael shakes the magic 8-ball for some VP answers this week.
A look at how the changing defense behind James Shields may be affecting the way he’s approaching hitters and the success he’s achieving.
If you’re in the middle of the pack when it comes to free agent acquisition budget, you’re in a great position to improve your team this month.
In the spirit of the Future’s Game, Wil Myers and Grant Green join VP this week.
Hitters, pitchers, mid-season MVPs, and the Futures Game
Paul examines out-of-nowhere surprises Franklin Morales and Jose Quintana in this week’s VP.
How much you bid on Jim Thome this week says a lot about the league you’re in.
A look at the surprising season of a player who was considered organizational filler coming into the year.
Jim Thome’s return to the American League leads the new VPs this week as the All-Star break looms ahead.
Overlooked backstop Ryan Doumit and hot-hitting rookie Andrelton Simmons crack this week’s VP.
R.A. Dickey’s success raises a question: Do poor hitters do just as well against a knuckleball as good hitters? Derek investigates.
Jason and Paul spend 2:22:03 talking about hitters and pitchers of all shapes and sizes, and talk about how to handle stars in tough luck AL/NL only leagues that do not carry over stats.