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Blog Post Archive
Fantasy Focus: An A.L. Auction Reviewed
Christopher Liss of Rotowire.com offers observations on a team he assembled during the weekend at a 12-team A.L.-only auction.
Beltran Scratched From Monday's Game
Carlos Beltran's knee is a little sore, so he gets a day off.
Fantasy Focus: Owners' Biases and Flaws
Do not underestimate the value of capitalizing on the biases and character flaws of your fellow fantasy baseball managers.
Braden's Perfect Moment Still Resonates
Oakland's Dallas Braden, who pitched a perfect game last May 9, said he still hears from fans who tell him they were inspired by his story.
Sabathia Hit Hard, Just on Schedule
Those second outings of spring training tend to be hard on the Yankees' ace.
Needing Snack, Red Sox' Pedroia Hits Concession Stand
After leaving the Red Sox game against Florida in the fifth inning, Dustin Pedroia found nothing substantial to eat in the clubhouse. So he did what any fan would do: he went to the ballpark concession stand.
Pelfrey Loses to Braves, But On Track for Opening Day
Mike Pelfrey allowed two runs (one earned) and four hits and didn't walk anyone in three innings in a 6-4 loss to the Braves on Saturday.
Piazza Sees Team Ownership in His Future
The former Mets catcher Mike Piazza said that he would like to eventually get involved in owning a team, but said he wasn't currently pursuing that option with the Mets.
Far From the Mets, Takahashi Makes Angels Debut
At two years and $8 million, the former Met Hisanori Takahashi seems to be a bargain for the Angels. He made his debut on Friday.
Jake Peavy Feels 'Completely Normal' After Start
After a freakish injury last July, the White Sox' Jake Peavy returns to the mound several months faster than doctors expected.
Cervelli To Miss 6-8 Weeks With Broken Foot
The Yankees will be without backup catcher Francisco Cervelli for 6-8 weeks after he sustained a broken foot.
Fantasy Focus: A.L.-Only Strategies
Some rules to live by if you're in an American League-only fantasy league.
Handicapping the Backup Catchers
If Francisco Cervelli's foot injury keeps him sidelined, Jesus Montero and Austin Romine would be in the race for the second-string catching job.
Liriano Trade Rumors Cool Down, for Now
There was legitimate interest at some point during this off-season from the Yankees in Twins ace Francisco Liriano.
Oliver Perez Throws Two Scoreless Innings
Mets pitcher Oliver Perez threw two scoreless innings against the Cardinals, allowing two hits, no walks and no runs.
The Padres' Quarterback Challenge
Before practice on Thursday morning, the San Diego Padres held a quarterback challenge among former high school quarterbacks.
Fantasy Focus: Rebuilding Problems
Rebuilding can be as tricky in fantasy baseball as it is in the real thing.
Perez Gets Another Chance
After struggling in his spring training debut, Oliver Perez is scheduled to pitch again Thursday.
Cubs Return to Fighting Ways
Four games into spring training, and tempers are flaring with the Cubs. Three errors in the first were enough to anger starter Carlos Silva, who scuffled in the dugout with third baseman Aramis Ramirez.
Dickey Doesn't Take Security for Granted
In his spring training debut, R.A. Dickey allowed one run and three hits over three innings, struck out four and did not walk anyone.