Player profile: Madison Bumgarner
“We Are All Witnesses.” is a tagline associated with the Nike Witnesses campaign, typically centered on LeBron James. However, after seeing maybe the most dominant pitching performance of all-time...
View ArticleChicago Cubs free agent targets part one
The signing of Joe Maddon was just the beginning of Theo Epstein’s slew of offseason moves intended to make the Chicago Cubs a contender in the NL Central in 2015. With free agency in full swing, let’s...
View ArticleChicago Cubs free agent targets part two
For Chicago Cubs fans, this should play out to be the most exciting offseason in recent memory. Theo Epstein has money to spend and it seems like he plans to use it. Sports media has made it clear that...
View ArticlePlayer profile: Jose Abreu
Jose Abreu is the favorite to win AL Rookie of the Year AL Rookie of the Year finalist Jose Abreu put together one of the best rookie campaigns in recent memory. Abreu had a slash line of...
View ArticleChicago Cubs: Theo Epstein shoots down free agency rumors
Rumors have been swirling around the North Side of Chicago since free agents have been able to sign with teams on November 4. Multiple reports have indicated the Cubs have interests in big-name free...
View ArticlePlayer profile: Michael Cuddyer
On November 10, the New York Mets signed free agent right fielder Michael Cuddyer to a 2-year, $21 million contract. Cuddyer is one of the most well rounded hitters throughout baseball, and has...
View ArticleChicago Cubs: New free agent and trade targets
Following the Toronto Blue Jays’ acquisition of three-time All-Star Russell Martin, the Cubs are beginning to find new offseason targets. Martin and the Blue Jays agreed to a backloaded 5-year, $82...
View ArticleFantasy Baseball: Impact of the Heyward-Miller trade
Jason Heyward When the Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals swapped Jason Heyward and Jordan Walden for Shelby Miller and Tyrell Jenkins, many people were shocked. It was only a few years ago that...
View ArticleChicago Cubs rumors: Miguel Montero edition
Among many of the reported Chicago Cubs’ offseason targets is Arizona Diamondbacks’ catcher Miguel Montero. According to FOX Sports’ Ken Rosenthal, the Diamondbacks are open to listening to trade...
View ArticleFantasy Baseball: Josh Donaldson’s value in Toronto
Josh Donaldson finished eighth in the AL MVP race in 2014 On Nov. 28, the Oakland Athletics sent third baseman Josh Donaldson to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for third baseman Brett Lawrie,...
View ArticleChicago Cubs non-tender Baker and Wright
The Chicago Cubs have non-tendered former backup catcher John Baker and left-handed reliever Wesley Wright releasing them to the free agent market, reducing the 40-man roster to 37. With the release of...
View ArticlePlayer profile: Ryan Braun
After missing the final 50 games of the 2013 MLB season due to suspension, Ryan Braun had the worst season of his career in 2014. However, after recovering from surgery on his thumb on October 2, Braun...
View ArticleThe Chicago Cubs can contend in 2015
The last time the Chicago Cubs finished the season with a winning record was in 2009. Five years of rebuilding later, President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein and General Manager Jed Hoyer are...
View ArticleFantasy Baseball: Winter meetings rundown
Major League Baseball’s winter meetings that took place last week in San Diego were eventful to say the least. Many teams – namely the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, Miami Marlins, and Chicago...
View ArticleChicago Cubs: Projecting the Opening Day lineup
After making a big splash at the winter meetings, the Chicago Cubs seem to be ready to finally make a push for the playoffs after having last played October baseball in 2008. With so many offseason...
View ArticleFantasy Baseball: Evaluating San Diego’s crowded outfield
With a flurry of moves this offseason, the San Diego Padres have brought in two former MVP candidates and one of baseball’s most talented young players. While that may sound like a good move, the club...
View ArticleChicago Cubs: Projecting the Opening Day starting rotation
The Chicago Cubs starting rotation ranked 21st among all major league teams in 2014 for team ERA, posting a 3.91 mark. They also finished 24th in quality starts earning 79 as a team. It is safe to say...
View ArticlePlayer profile: Rick Porcello
After having the best statistical season of his career, the Detroit Tigers rewarded Rick Porcello by trading him to the Boston Red Sox. Porcello will be joining a rotation of fantasy “streaming...
View ArticleChicago Cubs: Best moments of 2014
As we turn our calendars to a new year, the Chicago Cubs are ready to make some noise in the National League. This year could bring huge things for Cubs fans as the club looks ready to compete for the...
View ArticlePlayer profile: Todd Frazier
Todd Frazier may be the best third baseman in fantasy baseball next season. The Cincinnati Reds vastly underperformed throughout the 2014 season, finishing with a record of 76-86 and 14 games behind...
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