“When at his best, he is spotting the fastball, cutter and sinker around the outside portions of each quadrant while mixing in the curveball.”
“Martinez is currently one of the best designated hitters in baseball, with an adept approach and an elite hit tool.”
In Steven Moya’s first big test, he showed massive raw power and a terrifying K:BB ratio. Which indicator will win out?
Scouting and fantasy takes on this week’s second-tier, but still intriguing, call-ups.
The Astros fire their manager, the A’s trade for Adam Dunn, Kelly Johnson becomes a pretty crazy trivia answer, and more.
Eyes on Gary Sanchez, Branden Kline, Dylan Baker, Jacob Lindgren, Reynaldo Lopez, Mason Williams, and Tyler Austin. Lopez stands out.
The Nationals bring up the power/speed prospect to patch up an injured outfield.
Eyes on Ivan Hernandez, Gerardo Reyes, Rafael Bautista, Josh Bell, Stetson Allie, Alen Hanson, and Michael Yastrzemski.
The Red Sox trade one of the top lefty relievers for a preseason top-100 prospect.
Tucker puts eyes on Nigel Nootbar, Jake Johansen, Hunter Harvey, Lucas Giolito, Josh Hart, and Drew Ward.
Two BP writers who’ve spent time watching Giolito face off about his future.
Notes on South Atlantic and Carolina League prospects, including Hunter Harvey and Lucas Giolito.
Reports on scads of Astros, plus other prospects.