http://www.yardbarker.com/content/player/767 Recent articles about Doug Brocail en-us Injuries have created new ninth inning situations in both Seattle and Atlanta. Brandon Morrow steps in for the Mariners while the Braves welcome back an old face who should step right into the closer role. Also, there is a shake-up at the top of the rankings in this week's Closer Report. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:42:29 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/279463 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/279463 Joe Borowski makes his return to the Cleveland bullpen, and Salomon Torres has taken control of the situation in Milwaukee. Old stand-bys Trevor Hoffman, Billy Wagner, and Mariano Rivera are proving they still have it and John Smotlz could be poised to make his return as well. All that plus more in this week's Closer Report. Thu, 29 May 2008 15:19:18 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/272173 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/272173 An in-depth analysis of the 2008 Astros statistics, along with intelligent analysis of what the numbers can tell us. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:28:24 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/255714 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/255714 There are several generally unowned players in fantasy (both hitters and pitchers) that can help your team right now and in the future. Here are some hot pick-ups to consider adding in fantasy baseball this week. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:14:17 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/253873 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/253873 Big name struggles and injury concerns are creating bullpen issues for several major league teams. AccuScore analyst Jonathan Lee has it all sorted out for you in this week's Closer Report. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:13:12 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/253568 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/253568 We look at and take a look at some of the most added pitchers in the game and see if they are worth adding to your fantasy team. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:14:17 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/241238 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/241238 The Houston Astros are coming to town, which means the return of Ed Wade. Corey isn't a big fan of Wade, and believes his face resembles a scrotum; have to agree with you there Corey. Wade did both good and bad while in Philly, but since he never crafted a team that was able to make it to the playoffs his tenure as GM is considered flawed and unsuccessful. In September of 2007 the Astros reached out their hand to Ed and gave him the keys to the ignition of their franchise. He promptly began turning over the roster with trades for HGH-baby Miguel Tejada and closer Jose Valverde, shipped out Brad Lidge while collecting speedster Michael Bourn, signed Darin Erstad, Doug Brocail, Shawn Chacon, and anal plastic surgery boy Kaz Matsui, and cut old man Woody Williams and his bulky contract. Overall, it is clear that Ed Wade is trying to put his stamp on this organization in a short amount of time, whether his tactics flourish or not is yet to be determined. A quick glance over the active 25-man roster and you'll find some loyal minions that are ex-Phillies: Geoff Geary (2003-07), Tomas Perez (00-05), Michael Bourn (06-07), and David Newhan (00-01). Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:50:48 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/237778 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/237778 Spring fever reaches its apex in Arlington for Tuesday afternoon's Texas Rangers home opener against the Baltimore Orioles. Tue, 08 Apr 2008 16:25:16 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/232476 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/232476