Closer Chart

Eric Karabell's updated closer depth chart displays the four top closing options for each team.

One-year wonders?

Eric Karabell looks at players such as Josh Hamilton and Carlos Quentin and wonders whether their 2008 seasons are the best we'll ever see from them.

Are southpaws left behind as closers?

Eric Karabell looks at why so few lefties occupy closer roles and speculates what other southpaws might be in contention for saves.

Relief Efforts: Spring bullpen rankings

Eric Karabell does a quick rundown of each team's bullpen situation as spring training starts.

2009 Positional Previews: Catchers

Brendan Roberts profiles the catching position for the 2009 Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit

Universal Pitcher Values: The full list

The full list of pitchers and their Universal Pitcher Values.

Relief Efforts: Offseason bullpen roundup

Eric Karabell takes stock of each team's closer situation heading into the 2009 season, which will be updated constantly through the winter.

If You're Hardcore: Cruz gets another chance

Will Harris looks at the fantasy potential of Nelson Cruz, who's getting another look with the Rangers.

Story | Conversation | August 28, 2008

Relief Efforts: Under-the-radar saves guys for 2009

Eric Karabell looks at 10 guys who are not closing now but could be in line for saves come 2009.

Relief Efforts: Middle men worth picking up

Eric Karabell suggests a handful of safe middle relievers who are barely owned in ESPN standard leagues.

Playing with Numbers: Discussing pitchers' values

AJ Mass follows up last week's column on hitters' values by discussing the value of pitchers.

Story | Conversation | August 11, 2008

The Talented Mr. Roto: Worst of the worst

Matthew Berry looks at the worst fantasy performances of the decade plus offers up free-agent tips and the latest from the closer carousel.

Jul. 25, 2008; Oakland, CA, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Eddie Guardado (18) during the eighth inning against the Oakland Athletics at McAfee Coliseum in Oakland, CA. The...

If You're Hardcore: Francisco best option in Texas

Will Harris breaks down the potential closers for the Texas Rangers and who has the most fantasy value.

Story | Conversation | August 07, 2008

Closer Carousel

...on Aug. 18, so whatever solution Manuel settles on could be very temporary. Meanwhile, in Texas, Eddie Guardado recorded a save for the Rangers, and he will continue in that role for the near...