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The Marlins big trade demonstrates the growing gap between the Haves and the Have-Nots in MLB, writes Buster Olney.

Blog | Conversation | November 15, 2012

It's unclear how the new playoff format will affect teams' decision-making, but Buster Olney writes that there will be teams looking to buy in pursuit of the additional playoff spots. Here are three teams executives expect to be aggressive this summer.

Blog | Conversation | May 16, 2012

Jake Peavy is healthy again, and he's proving just how good a pitcher he can be. He's also proving he has trade value. As Buster Olney writes, Peavy is among a handful of starting pitchers who could be marketable at the deadline this summer.

Blog | Conversation | May 15, 2012

Josh Beckett hasn't just driven a wedge between himself and Red Sox Nation; he's driven a wedge between himself and any sense of a trade market. Boston is in a tough position -- the city and the team management.

Blog | Conversation | May 11, 2012

The Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays will begin the regular season with their closers on the disabled list, and Buster Olney writes that it won't be long before teams give the reliever market a look. On paper, there are some trade options.

Blog | Conversation | April 04, 2012

Buster Olney writes that the trade market has been unusually quiet this spring, and it could indicate a shift is happening throughout baseball. Teams are beginning to value low-cost alternatives more than well-traveled veteran talent.

Blog | Conversation | March 27, 2012

Large sums of money were spent this winter, with the bulk of it thrown at Albert Pujols, Prince Fielder and Jose Reyes. But Buster Olney writes that good value was available in under-the-radar deals. Here are the top 10 from the offseason.

Blog | Conversation | February 06, 2012

In the debut of "Buster's Crossroads," Buster Olney writes that the New York Mets have to make a decision on the future of third baseman David Wright. Can the Mets afford to pay him, or should they trade their franchise player?

Blog | Conversation | January 18, 2012

Buster Olney writes that despite everything Frank McCourt has put the Dodgers through, the brand is still impeccable and billionaires are lining up to bid on the franchise. McCourt's next business move should be to sign Prince Fielder.

Blog | Conversation | January 11, 2012

Buster Olney writes that nothing came easily for Jorge Posada, but he will retire as one of the best catchers in Yankees history and can make a compelling case for the Hall of Fame.

Blog | Conversation | January 08, 2012

After ranking the top 10 teams, lineups, infields, outfields, bullpens and rotations heading into the 2012 season, Buster Olney looks at the biggest MLB storylines as we inch closer to spring training, beginning with the rebranding of the Miami Marlins.

Blog | Conversation | January 03, 2012

Buster Olney continues his top-10 series with a New Year's power rankings. The Red Sox, Yankees and Phillies all have higher payrolls, but dominant pitching and superb defense make the Tampa Bay Rays the best team in baseball.

Blog | Conversation | January 01, 2012

After ranking the 10 best rotations and bullpens in Major League Baseball, Buster Olney continues his look ahead to 2012 and tackles the best infields in the game based on offensive and defensive production.

Blog | Conversation | December 29, 2011

Buster Olney writes that the Toronto Blue Jays are looking at myriad ways to improve the back of their bullpen after a season with many blown saves. Oakland closer Andrew Bailey could make a lot of sense for Toronto. Plus, hot stove notes.

Blog | Conversation | November 08, 2011

Michael Young has been with the Texas Rangers for nearly a decade, but with Adrian Beltre now in Arlington, Young and Texas may finally part ways. Buster Olney offers a few potential trade partners.

Blog | Conversation | February 05, 2011

As the ALCS and NLCS unfold, Buster Olney evaluates every possible landing spot for Zack Greinke.

Blog | Conversation | October 17, 2010