Joe settles whether some of the first week’s events are trends or accidents.
The former two-way player talks to BP about the statistical revolution, his experience in the majors, and the financial state of the game.
John checks in with teams changing gears, players trying to show last year was no fluke, and guys disappointed with their lot in life.
Kevin reviews the prospects in the three leagues at the highest rung of A-ball.
King Felix makes traders tremble, while Brad Lidge creates action on Protrade’s big board.
More than ever, Double-A ball is where underrated prospects shine, and overrated ones go to die.
Jim turns the clock back to examine some interesting contests played in the era when Good Friday games were rare.
After experiencing the freezing opening-week temperatures firsthand, Will warms his fingers with updates on a number of big-name pitchers, and some not-so-happy news for Johnny Damon.
The Rockies’ bullpen is one reason why Joe had them finishing last in the NL West this year. Does a closer look change that assessment?
The highest level of the minors is no longer the proving ground for elite prospects it once was, but there are still quite a few intriguing youngsters to check in on at the start of the season. Kevin runs down the best groups of players in the two Triple-A circuits.
Christina continues her analysis of the Opening Day 25-man rosters, and the decisions that led to their composition, by running down the Central Division teams.
The move to send down a once promising regular is usually a permanent one.