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First-Quarter Grades for the Los Angeles Angels
With a quarter of the 2013 MLB season in the books, the Los Angeles Angels, 15-26, rank fourth out of five teams in the AL West. And it get's worse. The team now sits 12 games back from first place—the largest deficit at this point of a season since 2001 (h/t L.A. Show More Summary
Picking All 30 MLB Teams' MVP, Cy Young at the One-Quarter Mark
The 2013 MLB baseball season is flying by as the majority of the league has already passed the first quarter mark on the season. The good news is that the baseball season is so long that if teams or players have gotten off to a slow start, there is still time to turn the season around. Show More Summary
5 Things We Learned About the Phillies Through the 1st Quarter of the Season
The Philadelphia Phillies have had an interesting season thus far in 2013. The season has been riddled with ups and downs, from offensive resurgence of some players to injuries and depth issues concerning others. As the season has now officially reached the one-quarter mark, it may be safe to say that certain trends are here to stay for the Phillies. Show More Summary
What do Hillsboro Hops look like?
Thursday afternoon in cold and rainy suburban Portland, Oregon, the brand-new Hillsboro Hops unveiled their brand-new livery, and I was there. We also got a ballpark tour -- more on that later -- but the highlight was the unveiling,Show More Summary
The New York Mets Must Practice Patience Like the New York Islanders Did
In case you've been living under a rock, the New York Mets' Opening Day outfield was Lucas Duda, Marlon Byrd and Colin Cowgill. They have combined for 13 home runs and 38 RBI this season, which coming from three players is dreadful. To put it in perspective, the league leader in home runs, Justin Upton, has 13. Show More Summary
Fantasy Baseball 2013: Week 7's Buy Low, Sell High Trade Advice
What good is talent to a fantasy owner who lacks timing? Fantasy baseball, just like the real thing, is a game of skill, luck and timing. That last trait comes particularly in handy with regards to trading. Knowing which player to strike a deal with—and knowing just the right time to do so—can make all the difference. Show More Summary
5 Bold Predictions for the Remainder of the Cincinnati Reds' Season
A quarter of the season has passed for the Cincinnati Reds, and the club is certainly not shy of major achievements and disappointments. The Reds are 25-16 through their first 41 games, a club best since 2002 ( per Baseball-Reference.com ). Show More Summary
Atlanta Braves: 5 Things We Learned Through the First Quarter of the Season
A red-hot start propelled the Atlanta Braves to the best record in baseball. Holding that distinction over the course of an entire season proved to be an unrealistic expectation. Sitting in first place since Opening Day, Atlanta has staked a claim for its first division title since 2005. Show More Summary
Grading the Chicago Cubs After the 1st Quarter of the Season
So far in 2013, the Chicago Cubs have been the epitome of a “head-scratcher.” There are times when you watch them play, look at their record and think to yourself, “Yep, that’s about right.” Then, there are other times that you watch...Show More Summary
MLB's 10 worst hitters, and optimism
It's still early, but it's not so early that most of the good hitters have stopped hitting poorly, and most of the poor hitters have stopped hitting well. Which doesn't mean that every hitter's statistics accurate reflect his skills....Show More Summary
MLB Trade Speculation: All 30 Teams' Biggest Need at the One-Quarter Mark
Now that the 2013 MLB season has reached the one-quarter mark, teams have a much clearer picture of their biggest needs going forward. Each team will take the next two-plus months to assess their deficiencies and determine whether trade deadline deals can fix some of their issues. Show More Summary
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs: Matt Harvey Live Score, Analysis and Reaction
Matt Harvey looks for his fifth win of the season on Friday as the New York Mets begin a weekend series at the friendly confines of Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs will counter with Edwin Jackson, who has struggled mightily this year. Show More Summary
'Contender or Pretender' for All 30 MLB Teams at the One-Quarter Mark
A quarter of the 2013 Major League Baseball season is in the books, and the contenders are already starting to break away from the pretenders. Other teams, mind you, have played horribly to start the year, and their playoff hopes are basically down the drain—marring an incredible turnaround in the remainder of the season. Show More Summary
Tampa Bay Rays First Quarter Grades
It hasn't been an ideal start to the year for the Tampa Bay Rays. With one quarter of the season already behind us, the Rays currently stand at an even 20-20. The've really underachieved overall as a team, as things simply aren't falling into place for them just yet. Show More Summary
5 Bold Predictions for the Remainder of the Mets' Season
At 15-23 and in fourth place in the NL East, the New York Mets' 2013 season so far has been inconsistent. At times, the starting pitching has been great, but in other games, it has been ineffective. Offensively, the Mets have gotten big home runs in some games but have also had a lot of trouble hitting in other games. Show More Summary
Does History Tell Us Adam Dunn Is Going to Save the Chicago White Sox?
Chicago White Sox slugger Adam Dunn seems to be in the midst of a renaissance at the dish. And if Dunn’s recent history serves as our guide, the White Sox and their fans are in for a treat. To start, let's recap the past few games for Dunn. Show More Summary
Alayna Adams Surprised By Father After Throwing Out Rays' First Pitch
When nine-year-old Alayna Adams threw out the ceremonial first pitch in the Tampa Bay Rays' home contest against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night, nothing could prepare her for the pleasant surprise behind home plate. Adams' father, Army Lieutenant Colonel William T. Show More Summary
10 MLB Players Who Need to Be Sent Down to the Minors
At a certain age the minor leagues transform from a learning tool to a death sentence. I believe that age is 27. If you're 28 or older and still getting the bulk of your at-bats or innings in the minors it might be time to hang up those cleats. Show More Summary
An Early Look at 5 Realistic Moves Boston Could Make at the Deadline
The Boston Red Sox are battling through their first real slump of the 2013 season. One thing the slump has shown is that despite early season success, the Red Sox have deficiencies they need to address. If Red Sox management thinks that...Show More Summary
Organizational droughts: First base
Welcome to the second installment of organizational-development droughts, brought to you because of lukewarm demand. In our last installment, we looked at how long it's been since a team developed an ace starting pitcher. Today we look at first basemen.
Ground rules: By "developed," I mean drafted, or signed as an international free agent. Show More Summary
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