Despite an HGH scandal, Jordan Schafer ranks second among our top 35 prospects. Spikes Up, our exclusive baseball column, is pleased to unveil the fourth annual Spikes Up Top 35 Prospects List, once again beefed up from last year’s version. This season, 11 players are back from the 2007 rankings, while another 15 (exactly half […]
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As David Bowie sang, it’s Panic in Detroit. Those of you old enough to remember David Bowie’s classic 1973 album Aladdin Sane must count “Panic in Detroit” among his all-time classics. And for those of you a bit young to recall that gem, you can experience the modern day version of it by checking out
If you’re saddled with struggling Indian starter C.C. Sabathia, it’s time to scour the waiver wire. The early part of every season gives us fantasy players the opportunity to curse our pitching on a regular basis. A quick review of the past several days illustrates that quality starting pitching has definitely had it’s moments. Chris
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Travis Buck has turned things around after an awful start. Okay, I get it. Toronto sweeps the defending Champion BoSox and then gets swept by an Oakland team expected to be among the AL’s weakest clubs this season. Now Toronto travels to Texas, who is off to a good start, and Baltimore, which is somehow
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In a report over at Japanball.com Monday, Koji Uehara, after finally attaining free agency, announced his intention to pursue a career in North America in 2009, a development that should surprise no one. Contrary to some reports currently surfacing, Uehara does not have any arm problems at this time. He is also not looking going
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A Cubs’ fan’s best friend. Aramis Ramirez owners must have been ecstatic Monday when he delivered his third hit in two games and tripled his season RBI total by driving in a pair. Those of you getting your panties in a bunch over Ramirez’s 2-for-16, one-RBI start need to take a chill pill. A-Ram traditionally
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Luis Rivas is actually hitting very well with Jack Wilson sidelined. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) Jack Wilson, coming off one of his most productive seasons, is hurt again. A strained calf has landed the Buc’ shortstop on the 15-day DL, the third straight season he’ll miss action. Despite missing about a month of action, he set
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