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Cost-certainty, risk premiums and long-term deals
February 18, 2008 by
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Teams are targeting defensive-minded position players and high-strikeout pitchers for long-term deals that buy out arbitration years.
Defense and replacement level
January 26, 2008 by
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Given that players' talents are inseparable, in what way does it make sense to break down replacement level into its components parts? That is, what meaning do VORP and FRAR have, independent of any comprehensive statistic which includes a player's total value?
The brothers K
January 22, 2008 by
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Research has shown that baseball players whose first or last names begin with the letter "K" strike out significantly more (9.3% increase) than their counterparts from the rest of the alphabet.
The Florida Marlins: disaster franchise
January 18, 2008 by
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In all likelihood, the Florida Marlins highest paid player in 2008 will be Mark Hendrickson, owner of a career 5.01 ERA. He will make $1.5 million dollars.
The Marlins are a disaster.
Adam Jones' locker
January 18, 2008 by
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A look at Adam Jones' performance in the Venezuelan Winter Leagues as rumors of his impending trade circulate.
High price for an ear of corn
January 11, 2008 by
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The Pirates are the worst organization in baseball.
Sue everybody!
January 04, 2008 by
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Roger Clemens and the legal profession: match made in heaven!
Wild Wild (NL) West
December 28, 2007 by
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A look at the major roster moves made by the NL's new powerhouse division, and each team's chances at reaching the postseason in 2008.
The strange case of Dr. Lohse and Mr. Hyde
December 28, 2007 by
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A statistical analysis of whether Kyle Lohse is as inconsistent as he is made out to be. The results may surprise you.
Fukudome to the Cubs at 4/$50m: Here's what to expect in terms of performance.
December 12, 2007 by
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Kosuke Fukudome is set to become the first Japanese star in the central states. What can we expect, and what is the key to his transition?
Pettitte to receive $16m from Yanks...But is he worth it?
December 11, 2007 by
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Returning to the Yankees for one year and $16 million, Pettitte is the most expensive number 3 starter ever. How much do we over-rate his won-loss record, and how much is consistency worth?
The fix is in: Bonds' legal team
December 07, 2007 by
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Attorney for Barry Bonds was the U.S. Attorney in charge of the BALCO investigation. Is it ethical for him to talk about it?
Ready, Steady, Colletti
December 07, 2007 by
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Ned Colletti and the Dodgers just made the best free agent signing of the winter--Andruw Jones. Here's why, and how it could be spoiled by Dodger ineptitude.
Wheelin' and Dealin', Rhymin' and Stealin'
December 06, 2007 by
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Jeffrey Loria is cheating everyone--Marlins fans, other teams, his players--to line his own pockets. A look at his most recent debacle, which sent Miguel Cabrera and Dontrelle Willis to the Tigers.
Second guessing the Angels' Strategic Plan
December 05, 2007 by
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The Angels are good, so what the hell are they doing? Redundant signings, missed opportunities and prospect busts are becoming increasingly common for the Angels. Here's a look at why, and their prospects for the future.
What Jim Bowden and reality TV have in common
December 03, 2007 by
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Jim Bowden's reclamation projects Elijah Dukes and Lastings Milledge bode well for more than just the Nationals' offense.
Itadakimasu!
December 01, 2007 by
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A review of the Japanese free agents who have signed so far this offseason and a look at others who are likely to sign in the near future.
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