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Justin Verlander's Incredible Post-Tommy John Surgery Season Continues
After missing nearly all of two seasons, he's pitching like an ace who's hungry for a third Cy Young.
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Al Avila Is Out in Detroit. What Will the Tigers Do Next?
Avila was the longest-tenured Tiger, the key architect behind the team's rebuild and disastrous 2022 season. His successor will have to answer some tough questions about the current roster's competitiveness.
Jay Jaffe FanGraphs Chat - 8/12/22
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Teoscar Hernández Is Changing Plans
No batter has changed his first-pitch behavior more than Hernández this year. So far, it's paying off.
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It’s Time to Start Making Sharp Decisions
The stretch run is upon us, it's time to make key decisions that will put us in the money!
Lineup Analysis (8/12/22)
If you send any time looking for values, it'll be with lineups. Tons of changes.
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Justin Verlander's Incredible Post-Tommy John Surgery Season Continues
After missing nearly all of two seasons, he's pitching like an ace who's hungry for a third Cy Young. Al Avila Is Out in Detroit. What Will the Tigers Do Next?
Avila was the longest-tenured Tiger, the key architect behind the team's rebuild and disastrous 2022 season. His successor will have to answer some tough questions about the current roster's competitiveness.- Podcast
In a Revamped Padres Lineup, Manny Machado Is on the Rebound
A sprained ankle sent the red-hot third baseman into a slump since late June, but he's heating up again.The White Sox Are Demonstrating Why Good Enough Often Isn't Good Enough
Tim Anderson's injury carves another big slice off of Chicago's playoff chances.Alex Call Had a Cup of Coffee in Cleveland
The 27-year-old rookie had some memorable moments against an old friend.The Giants and the Anti-Shift
San Francisco was up to some defensive shenanigans Tuesday night.A Broken Foot Has Stalled the Matt Carpenter Revival
After slipping to replacement level in 2020-21, the former Cardinals star has mounted an incredible comeback.Spencer Strider Analyzes an Overpowering Outing
Atlanta's Rookie of the Year candidate elevates at high velocity.Teoscar Hernández Is Changing Plans
No batter has changed his first-pitch behavior more than Hernández this year. So far, it's paying off.Franmil Reyes Gets a Fresh Start With the Cubs
Chicago takes a chance on a flawed player with gargantuan power.Daniel Vogelbach, Patient Until He Isn't
The Mets slugger is one of the most selective hitters in baseball - until he can’t afford to be.
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The Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1084 – Ice Cold Hitters
Paul and Justin discuss Braves call-up Vaughn Grissom, another demotion for Jarred Kelenic, Tim Anderson's cut status, and then play some Hold or Fold with a group of ice cold hitterLineup Analysis (8/12/22)
If you send any time looking for values, it'll be with lineups. Tons of changes.Choose Your Right-Handed Starters Wisely
Using a targeted approach to evaluate upcoming matchups for right-handed starting pitchers.Beat the Shift Podcast – Mets & LABR Update Episode w/ Adam Ronis
Mets, LABR league update, trivia & more with Adam Ronis.It’s Time to Start Making Sharp Decisions
The stretch run is upon us, it's time to make key decisions that will put us in the money!With AAA Pitch Clock, Stolen Base Major League Adjustment
Or what to expect from Esteury Ruiz.New Everyday Players -- Aug 11, 2022
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Paul Sporer's Weekly Baseball Chat - August 10th, 2022
Check out Paul's chat from Wednesday afternoon! New Everyday Players -- Aug 10, 2022
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How Does Seiya Suzuki Stack Up?
Comparing the Japanese slugger to other recent players to arrive from NPB.The Last Solo Umpire
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| 4.Max Fried | 4.3 |
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| 1.Edwin Diaz | 2.3 |
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