Last time, Erik looked at rookies worth picking up in your league. This time, he focuses on spare-part veterans who can be more valuable than you might think.
One time through the rotation with Mark Prior and Kerry Wood, and the Cubs are on a five-game losing streak. An evaluation of Wood’s new mechanics, and updates on J.D. Drew, Carl Pavano and Curt Schilling, inside.
The Washington Nationals are on pace to have unprecedented success for a team with their run differential. Look deeper, though, and you see some reasons why they’ve outplayed their runs scored and allowed.
The Indians, Nationals and A’s all stay hot, but the top two spots remain the same.
The fans and managers can be proud of the work they did in putting together All-Star teams comprised of All-Stars. The players, on the other hand…
Prospectus Notebook focuses on depth, looking at how the Red Sox and Padres have addressed their needs.
The Nats have had little effect on Orioles attendance, plus other tidbits, in this edition of Prospectus Matchups.
Are you the cellar-dweller in your fantasy league? Jeff has some advice on how to build for next year.
Why is it that so many of the greatest hitters of all time bat from the left side of the plate? Is there more than just their platoon advantage? James takes a swing at an answer.
Chris catches up with the roster moves from the past week, as the Braves and Marlins deal with pitching shortages, and a few first-place teams make some curious promotions.
Today’s Notebook features notes on the Mets bullpen and Florida rookie Josh Willingham.
Will checks in with updates on Kerry Wood, Kelvim Escobar, Curt Schilling, and the suddenly vacant Minnesota infield.