Archive for July 2010

Week 15 in the AL Waiver Wire series assesses the fantasy value of Cliff Lee, Chris Carter, J.P. Arencibia, Yunel Escobar, Brandon Morrow, Chris Davis, Justin Smoak and Scott Baker . . . plus Jose Bautisa watch continues!

Who saw it coming? The Braves, the Reds, the Padres.

A couple of minor leaguers who have yet to throw a pitch in the majors are featured this week.

In real life, first place was entirely beyond the Cardinals’ reach in these years. Let’s see how many St. Louis flags might have flown in our scenario.

Another unusual pitcher makes the grade in the latest look at the 1980 Topps set.

Among the stories: Red Sox suffer, White Sox surprise, Mariners sink.

Rookie hitters could play their part in winning your league.

On July 15, 1999 Safeco Field opened in Seattle. That meant the end of major league baseball at the Kingdome, which hosted the game from 1977 until that date without ever seeing a title. Richard looks at other, similar parks.

A new book takes a closer look at a baseball hotbed in the Caribbean.

TUCK! extends sincere condolences to George Steinbrenner’s family and friends.