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The Haters' All-Star Game
In modern theater, it’s considered impolite to hoot and holler when Mark Antony turns the Roman public against Brutus, but that wasn’t necessarily so when Shakespeare wrote Julius Caesar.
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The 2026 Replacement-Level Killers: First Base & Second Base
For several contenders, the right side of the diamond is full of holes.
Brendan Gawlowski Prospects Chat: 7/14/26
Come chat about baseball, prospects, the Futures Game, life, and whatever else is on your mind.
The 2026 Replacement-Level Killers: Shortstop & Third Base
Things aren't going so well on the left side of the infield for these contenders.
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FanGraphs Weekly Mailbag: July 11, 2026
We answer your questions on Pete Crow-Armstrong, Aaron Ashby’s propensity for wins, games with the highest rates of true outcomes for one team, and more...
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Looking at Fantasy Stats Per Games Started
Season-long lines sometimes hide information about how a guy performs as a starter.
Can These Starting Pitchers Sustain Their Success From the First to Second Half?
Can these five starting pitchers sustain their success into the second half?
Simple Relief Pitcher Valuations
Trying to remove any guess work.
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The 2026 Replacement-Level Killers: Shortstop & Third Base
Things aren't going so well on the left side of the infield for these contenders.
FanGraphs Power Rankings: All-Star Edition (No. 18–30)
In part one of our All-Star break power rankings, we run through the teams on the fringe of the playoff race and the trade deadline's potential sellers.
Athletics Southpaw Gage Jump Addresses His Studious, Low-Angle Approach
The rookie southpaw has a lower slot and a data-influenced approach.
Which Ballplayers Are on Cameo?
And why does that list include Bryce Harper?The Haters' All-Star Game
In modern theater, it’s considered impolite to hoot and holler when Mark Antony turns the Roman public against Brutus, but that wasn’t necessarily so when Shakespeare wrote Julius Caesar.
JJ Wetherholt Signs Eight-Year Deal With Cardinals
Wetherholt missed out on the All-Star Game in Philadelphia, but he can now buy an unbelievable amount of Provel cheese.- Prospects
Brendan Gawlowski Prospects Chat: 7/14/26
Come chat about baseball, prospects, the Futures Game, life, and whatever else is on your mind. The 2026 Replacement-Level Killers: First Base & Second Base
For several contenders, the right side of the diamond is full of holes.
Jordan Walker's Breakout Continues With Home Run Derby Title
The young Cardinals slugger hit five do-or-die homers to win the 2026 Derby under a chorus of Philadelphia boos.
The 2026 Replacement-Level Killers: Introduction & Catcher
Kicking off my annual series highlighting the weak spots on contending teams.
Breaking the Bank: Previewing the 2026 Home Run Derby
Dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers dingers.
Prospects2026 Futures Game Recap: More Next Year, Please
Thoughts and reflections on the day, which also included batting practice and pregame defensive work, as well as the future of the event itself.
Prospects2026 MLB Draft: Day 1 Recap
Here's everything you need to know about how the first four rounds of the 2026 draft unfolded.
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Looking at Fantasy Stats Per Games Started
Season-long lines sometimes hide information about how a guy performs as a starter.
What Bat Speed Says About Young Hitters: Part 2
Bat speed optional?Can These Starting Pitchers Sustain Their Success From the First to Second Half?
Can these five starting pitchers sustain their success into the second half?
Position Player Playing Time Changes: July 14, 2026
The season might be on a brief break, but playing time updates aren't.Simple Relief Pitcher Valuations
Trying to remove any guess work.
Poll 2026: Which Group of Pitchers Performs Better?
Your buy low and sell high starting pitchers?
Poll 2026: Which Group of Batters Performs Better?
Your sell high and buy low lists?
FAAB Frenzy and Waivers Wild: Week 17
Reviewing the final week before the break and the most popular weekend free agent acquisitions.
Is Drafting Relievers Worth It?
Will the headline defy Betteridge’s Law? Will this excerpt? Read on to find out.
Wallace & Gromit: Curse of the Home Run Derby?
And which of the 2026 participants should you sell high on today?
FAAB & Waiver Wire Report (Week 16)
A normal week with slim pickings at starting pitcher.
Lineup Analysis (7/10/26)
Injuries have opened up several jobs.
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BOOG and the Hall of Fame, Part 1 (Introduction)
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The updated framework establishes baselines for movement and approach angles, yielding an objective tool to analyze which pitch shapes are harder to hit.Waiting for MLB’s First Billion-Dollar Player
Would you rather have a guaranteed $140 million today or a chance at $1 billion six years from now?Effectively Wild's Preseason Predictions Update: Meg Rowley
A breakdown of Meg Rowley’s ballot for Effectively Wild’s 2025 Preseason Predictions Game.
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Our new method for prospect valuation updates previous studies for today's environment.
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The prospect team presents their 2026 Top 100 Prospects list, with reports for each player.
2026 Top 50 MLB Free Agents
The most significant players to hit the open market this offseason, as compiled by Ben Clemens and the FanGraphs staff.
Prospects2025 Top 100 Prospects
Eric Longenhagen presents his 2025 Top 100 Prospects list, with reports for each player.
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Site NewsIntroducing Pitcher Game Cards
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Top Prospects
AL
| BAL | CHW | ATH |
| BOS | CLE | HOU |
| NYY | DET | LAA |
| TBR | KCR | SEA |
| TOR | MIN | TEX |
NL
| ATL | CHC | ARI |
| MIA | CIN | COL |
| NYM | MIL | LAD |
| PHI | PIT | SDP |
| WSN | STL | SFG |
ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
| Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
| Mon | 12 PM | Justin Mason |
| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
| Tue | 12 PM | Jay Jaffe |
| Tue | 2 PM | Brendan Gawlowski |
| Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
| Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
| Thu | 2 PM | RosterResource |
| Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
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Top Prospects
AL
| BAL | CHW | ATH |
| BOS | CLE | HOU |
| NYY | DET | LAA |
| TBR | KCR | SEA |
| TOR | MIN | TEX |
NL
| ATL | CHC | ARI |
| MIA | CIN | COL |
| NYM | MIL | LAD |
| PHI | PIT | SDP |
| WSN | STL | SFG |
ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
| Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
| Mon | 12 PM | Justin Mason |
| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
| Tue | 12 PM | Jay Jaffe |
| Tue | 2 PM | Brendan Gawlowski |
| Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
| Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
| Thu | 2 PM | RosterResource |
| Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Podcasts
Leaders
WAR
wRC+
wOBA
WPA
| 1.Pete Crow-Armstrong | 6.0 |
| 2.Bobby Witt Jr. | 4.8 |
| 3.James Wood | 4.6 |
| 4.Yordan Alvarez | 4.4 |
| 5.Otto Lopez | 4.3 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Jacob Misiorowski | 4.4 |
| 2.Cristopher Sanchez | 4.0 |
| 3.Dylan Cease | 3.7 |
| 4.Cameron Schlittler | 3.4 |
| 5.Joe Ryan | 3.3 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Mason Miller | 2.5 |
| 2.Louie Varland | 2.2 |
| 3.Jhoan Duran | 1.9 |
| 4.Dylan Lee | 1.7 |
| 5.Trevor Megill | 1.7 |
