Yardbarker: CJ Wilson

Demystifying The Struggles Of C.J. Wilson

Sat, 17 May 2008 10:05:30 -0500

To what can we attribute the early struggles of Texas Rangers closer C.J. Wilson, and how can he place his 2008 campaign back on track?

Top 10 Fantasy Closers

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:49:44 -0500

Here's a look at the top 10 closers in fantasy baseball through Wednesday night's games.

Fantasy Baseball Happy Recap - 4/10/08

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:34:56 -0500

In this daily column, we take a look back at the night that was in fantasy baseball highlighting the best/worst performances, emerging fantasy options and developing trends.

CJ Wilson Vows to Throw Gyro Ball

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:57:52 -0500

Texas Rangers reliever/closer CJ Wilson has learned to throw a Gyro Ball and is vowing to throw it in a game before the Spring is over. According to the evidence above, he already has thrown one.

CJ Wilson on Politics and the Gyroball

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:49:56 -0500

CJ Wilson is not only a low cost saves option but quite a free spirit as well. An avowed California Democrat, Wilson was recently asked why MLB players care little about the election. His answer, "Come on man you have to admit the median or average guy in a baseball clubhouse does drive an SUV, drinks beer, golfs, likes college sports, chews or dips tobacco and is relatively a d**chebag." He is essentially right and it's always nice to see a player refer to his peers in such a w...

Rangers Quote Of The Week: 3/16 Plus Edition

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 22:39:59 -0500

Why Texas Rangers catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia finds himself in a precarious position with just two weeks left remaining until Opening Day.

Fantasy Bullpen Breakdowns - AL West Closers, Setup Men & Sleeper Middle Relievers

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 21:25:15 -0500

In the third installment of our Bullpen Breakdowns series, we take a look at the AL West teams focusing on who will be filling the roles of closer and setup man come opening day as well as sleeper middle relievers to keep an eye on.

Closer News: B.J. Ryan, George Sherrill, C.J. Wilson, and Rafael Soriano

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 20:00:13 -0500

We have the latest closer news from around baseball for your fantasy draft.

Texas Closer CJ Wilson Out - Joaquin Benoit & Eddie Guardado Waiting In The Wings

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:10:57 -0500

With Texas closer CJ Wilson out indefinately, we take a look at the fantasy value of Joaquin Benoit and Eddie Guardado.

Texas Inks Seven More Players

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:35:16 -0500

The Texas Rangers signed seven players for the rapidly approaching 2008 season on Monday, including right-handers Brandon McCarthy and Wes Littleton.

NEWSFLASH: Rangers Sign Kinsler To Five Year, $22 Million Extension

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:30:18 -0500

After prolonged negotiations spanning more than three months in length, the Texas Rangers have finally come to terms on a long-term contract extension with prized young second baseman Ian Kinsler.

Rangers Notebook: The Ryan Express Roars Back

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 15:56:43 -0500

What will be the ramifications of Nolan Ryan's long-awaited return to the Texas Rangers organization?

Rangers Notebook: Holiday Edition

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 00:52:35 -0500

The fallout from last Friday's stunning trade for outfielder Josh Hamilton continues; Texas closes in on veteran reliever Eddie Guardado; BP's Kevin Goldstein weighs in on the Rangers' flourishing farm system.

New Look Texas Rangers: Fantasy Tips

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 19:23:23 -0500

Find out who to buy and who to sell in this new look line-up before the competition does.

Latest MLB Trade Rumors From Around The League

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 01:35:05 -0500

With names like Mark Teixeira, Jermaine Dye, Troy Glaus, and Dontrelle Willis the MLB trade rumor central is a one stop shop to boredville. Teams are looking for the backend guy, or the off the bench, ummmm boring. But, here is a list of those players and the teams that are interested in them.