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Scouting the Uniformed Debuts of Early-Round Padres and Giants Draft Picks
Let's run through some notes on the pitching performances of two top-30 picks, Carson Bolemon and Coleman Borthwick, from this weekend in Arizona.
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Two Pitcher Injuries Cloud the Skies in Tampa Bay
The Rays are already headed to the playoffs, but now they might have to do so without two key lefties.
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FanGraphs Weekly Mailbag: September 5, 2026
Who is the worst team to finish with a positive run differential? Which single-game feat is the most predictive? What's the ideal hot dog/game ratio? More...
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A Matter of Trust
It was just a question of when for these five hitters, who have turned things around after rough starts. Don’t forget about them when you draft next season.
Starting Pitcher Chart – September 8th, 2026
Some of the game's best headline Tuesday's board with the Miz, Skubal, and Cam hoping to add to their Cy Young candidacies
Roto Riteup: September 8, 2026
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A Bad Weekend for AL East Center Fielders as Grisham, Rafaela, Robert Land on IL
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Scouting the Uniformed Debuts of Early-Round Padres and Giants Draft Picks
Let's run through some notes on the pitching performances of two top-30 picks, Carson Bolemon and Coleman Borthwick, from this weekend in Arizona. 
Sunday Notes: When It Comes to His Craft, Sal Stewart Lets His Bat Do the Talking
Plus Dan Wilson on the Brewers, Craig Counsell on preparedness, Tony Vitello on Rafael Devers, New Zealand's Clayton Campbell, facts and stats galore, and more.FanGraphs Weekly Mailbag: September 5, 2026
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The Giants Have Been Way Off BaseRuns
On both sides of the ball, the team's overall performance has been less than the sum of its parts.
It's Been A Bummer Summer In Sacramento
The A's were a popular dark horse pick before the season, but things have not gone according to plan.
Who’s the Funniest Player Who Could End up on a Promo Card for a Playoff Series?
These aren’t just any newcomers and nobodies, they’re newcomers and nobodies with panache.
ChatRosterResource Chat - 9/3/26
Jason Martinez and Jon Becker answer questions related to rosters, playing time, bullpen usage, minor leaguers, payroll, and more.
The Tigers Have Been Kicked in the Pythagoras
While outscoring their opponents by 47 runs, the Tigers are in danger of making some dubious history.
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Starting Pitcher Chart – September 9th, 2026
Decisions get tough early on Wednesday's board
Asset Valuation Pt. 4: Messing with the Draft
Wherein we change league size and keeper count to see how these tweaks impact the value of draft picks.
Five Surprising Successful Pitchers Since August: How Are They Doing It?
Five starting pitchers have been finding success since August, but is it sustainable for the rest of the season?A Matter of Trust
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Some of the game's best headline Tuesday's board with the Miz, Skubal, and Cam hoping to add to their Cy Young candidacies
Cutters and Command
Using OpenCommand data to identify which pitch types are most dependent on command.
Roster Expansion Fun -- Discussing 8 Hitter Recalls
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Starting Pitcher Chart – September 7th, 2026
Labor Day board presents a lot of interesting challenges
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Waiver Wire and FAAB Report (Week 24)
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The Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1536 – 2-Start Pitchers for Week 25
Paul and Justin through the 2-start pitchers for next and the options are thin!
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| MIA | CIN | COL |
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| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
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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 |
2026 Pre-Trade Deadline Top 100 Update
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 | 9.9 |
| 2.Bobby Witt Jr. | 6.5 |
| 3.Yordan Alvarez | 6.0 |
| 4.Elly De La Cruz | 5.3 |
| 5.Ezequiel Duran | 5.1 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Cristopher Sanchez | 5.9 |
| 2.Jacob Misiorowski | 5.6 |
| 3.Jesus Luzardo | 5.5 |
| 4.Dylan Cease | 5.5 |
| 5.Chris Sale | 5.4 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Mason Miller | 3.4 |
| 2.Louie Varland | 2.7 |
| 3.Jhoan Duran | 2.6 |
| 4.Adrian Morejon | 2.4 |
| 5.Trevor Megill | 2.2 |
