Neftali Feliz may have grown up idolizing Pedro Martinez, but he has the frame to become a pure power pitcher. Read more »
Baseball Analysis
Prospect Report: Neftali Feliz, Texas Rangers
?Striking Out? With The Padres: Mid-February
The Padres will look at 34 different pitchers in Spring Training, as they are already a long ways away from that one-game playoff in 2007. Read more »
Subtle Improvement: The Cardinals' Offseason
The Cardinals were not terribly active over the winter, but they have made a few subtle additions and some additions by subtraction that will improve the club in 2009. Read more »
A Happy Valentine's Day For Philly Fans
Valentine's day isn't everyone's favorite holiday, but at least it means that we're are closer to the start of the baseball season. Read more »
?Striking Out? With The Dodgers: Mid-February
As the Dodgers get ready for Spring Training to begin, whether they re-sign Manny, the quality of their remade pitching staff and Furcal's health are the three most pressing issues. Read more »
'Striking Out' With The Rockies, Mid-February
In the first edition this year for the Rockies, Todd Helton, the fifth starter slot and Troy Tulowitzki are discussed. Read more »
Selena Roberts On A-Rod: Ethical Or Criminal?
Psychologically-speaking, Selena Roberts "disregard for social good" and court wishes smells a lot like steroids in baseball. Read more »
Grading The Deal: Abreu Becomes Extremely Affordable Bat
Bobby Abreu didn't get the $16M annually he was looking for, but he has an excellent change of playing playoff baseball in 2009. Read more »
Pitching Is Key For Back-To-Back Titles
If the Phillies are going to repeat as World Series Champions, they'll need a reliable fifth starter and a solid bullpen once again this season. Read more »
A-Rod's First Summer In Texas
Did the grueling heat of Texas lead Alex Rodriguez to steroid use? Read more »
Coste Needs To Prove Himself...Again
There is a battle going on in Philadelphia for the right to be the defending champion's back-up catcher, and incumbent Chris Coste just might lose it. Read more »
Howard's Worth Still Up For Debate
Spring training is just around the corner, and the Phillies still haven't resolved their contract situation with first baseman Ryan Howard. Read more »
Big Aspirations For Jays' Snider
At five-foot-eleven, 250 pounds, one might think that Travis Snider is more suited to play linebacker in the NFL than be the left fielder of the future for the Blue Jays. Read more »
New Season, New Ballpark
The Yankees aren't the only New York team opening up a new ballpark this season, the Mets are ready to bring a slightly-upgraded roster to Citi-Field. Read more »
What Manny Would Mean To The Giants' Lineup
Manny Ramirez has the capability of transforming a mediocre 2009 Giants lineup into a dangerous one capable of winning the NL West. Read more »
Grading The Deal: Royals Make Huge Investment In Greinke
As the Royals patiently wait for the developing bats of Gordon, Moustakas and Hosmer, they rightfully needed to make sure Zach Greinke is around when they are ready. Read more »
Grading The Deal: Atkins And Rockies Avoid Arbitration
A one-year deal worth $7.05 million makes Garrett Atkins the second highest-paid player on the roster behind first baseman Todd Helton and is packed with incentives. Read more »
A Dozen Years Vanish In A Week's Time
It takes years to build a historic reputation, especially in a media hotbed like New York City, but it only took Joe Torre a few words to destroy his. Read more »
Rockies Will Need Marquis To Post Wins
With Jeff Francis still ailing, the Rockies will lean heavily on Jason Marquis, who will hopefully continue his success against the NL West. Read more »
Rockies Coming Or Going?
The Colorado Rockies are starting the 2009 campaign at a crossroads. There are a great deal of unanswered questions and "what ifs" hanging over Blake Street right now. Read more »