Casey Blake is a solid clutch hitter who will have plenty of chances to drive in runs for his new team, says Mike Harmon. Also, who else might be on the move, Manny, Texeira, Dunn? Will the Yankees make another move for Washburn after the Nady/Marte deal?
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With the MLB trade deadline only hours away, many teams are feverishly trying to improve their postseason chances. But what sort of impact do these deals have on the fantasy aspect of the game? Screaming Sports' Phil Yoon examines some of the previously completed trades and the effect they will   more...
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Every playoff contender in baseball seems to be calling the Pittsburgh Pirates, looking for an upgrade for their playoff push. The Pirates have numerous players that interest those contenders, in this article we're going to talk about five of those guys. Those that have been drawing the most   more...
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This time of year very few closers are truly safe. The situations in Pittsburgh and Cleveland are unsettled, and Detroit has thrown another surprising name into their bullpen mix. Jonathan Lee sorts it all out in this week's Closer Report.
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The trade deadline looms, but there was still plenty of fantasy action as teams wait for the next big name to move which will likely be Atlanta's Mark Teixeira. The Braves are falling apart with injuries to Tim Hudson and Chipper Jones and are looking to sell. Meanwhile, A.J. Burnett pitches like   more...
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What are the fantasy impacts of the trade deadline deals? Which players gained the most value (hint, Andy LaRoche), and which lost the most (Andruw Jones)? Foxsports Fantasy breaks it down for you.
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Amidst all the trade deadline madness, pitchers around the majors had some terrific performances. John Lackey took a no-hit bid into the 9th while Doug Davis had a perfect game spoiled in the seventh. They weren't the only ones to have pitched well either as teams continue to look for deals to help   more...
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Say it aint so a-woah-a-woah. Your drug is a heartbreaker. -Weezer Public Service Announcement: Ok, here we go! Everybody knows the rumor by now. Manny Ramirez traded to Florida for Jason Bay and John Grabow in a three way deal that includes the Pittsburgh Pirates. Some folks like this deal. Some   more...
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With rumors flying everywhere tonight, It appears Manny might have played his last game for the Red Sox. According to Will Carroll from baseballprospectus.com, the Red Sox, Pirates and Marlins are very close to a 3 way trade. Marlins get Manny Ramirez, one prospect (BOS), and cash (likely   more...
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Five teams are lined up for Pirates left-handed reliever John Grabow, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. With the Rockies emerging as contenders, Colorado has reportedly pulled back closer Brian Fuentes. The Rays, Cardinals, Phillies, Red Sox and Angels have called about Grabow, who is 5-3   more...
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Baseball Prospectus is reporting a three-team deal has been struck, pending Manny Ramirez's approval, that will send Ramirez to the Marlins for cash and a prospect from Boston. Boston gets left fielder Jason Bay and pitcher John Grabow from Pittsburgh. The Pirates will get OF Jeremy Hermida and 2   more...
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*Who, among the Pirates is untouchable going into the deadline? It doesn't seem like anyone. While OF Xavier Nady and reliever Damasco Marte are the big names being dangled, their price tags may be too high for most teams to pay. However, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting that SS Jack   more...
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Manny is still a Red Sox... as of 8AM... The Bottom Line will keep you posted at the 4PM deadline approaches.
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The Boston Red Sox, Florida Marlins, and Pittsburgh Pirates are reportedly closing in on a three way deal that would send Manny Ramirez and cash to the Florida Marlins, Jeremy Hermida to the Pittsburgh Pirates, and...
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Yes, I'm aware that Steeler training camp started today, and as I reported earlier, I'm tremendously excited. Just look at that schedule: New England, Dallas, San Diego, Phildelphia, the Giants, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Tennessee, Washington...and we haven't even broached the subject of their   more...
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