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Buster Olney writes that it would be a mistake for the Rangers to overreact this offseason after missing on Zack Greinke and James Shields, and losing Josh Hamilton to the Angels. Texas won't let those developments alter the franchise's long-term plan.

Blog | Conversation | December 22, 2012

Buster Olney writes how Josh Johnson could capitalize on his status as the top free-agent pitcher in an otherwise barren market.

Blog | Conversation | December 15, 2012

Buster Olney breaks down the winners and losers of the deal that Josh Hamilton has signed with the Los Angeles Angels. There are many, on both sides.

Blog | Conversation | December 14, 2012

Buster Olney writes about how if Zack Greinke signs, it could set off a slew of other deals. But Josh Hamilton could also get the wheels in motion.

Blog | Conversation | December 06, 2012

This is what Josh Hamilton achieved in 2012: 43 homers, tied for the second-most in the majors. One hundred twenty-eight RBIs, which ranked second in the majors. One hundred three runs; only seven players scored more. He finished fifth in the America...

Blog | November 26, 2012

Buster Olney polls MLB evaluators and agents to get a sense of where Josh Hamilton will sign.

Blog | Conversation | November 26, 2012

Buster Olney looks at 10 concerns for 10 contenders.

Blog | Conversation | November 23, 2012

Buster Olney examines where the Phillies could turn to fill a void in center field. Josh Hamilton? Angel Pagan? Michael Bourn? The Phillies could turn to one of them.

Blog | Conversation | November 18, 2012

Buster Olney writes that after signing David Ross, the Boston Red Sox may have a surplus of catching. Plus, news and notes from around the league.

Blog | Conversation | November 11, 2012

Players and executives within baseball quietly suspect that PED use is again on the rise, and it might be up to the players to take a stronger stand.

Blog | Conversation | November 08, 2012

DETROIT -- As Gerry Fraley of The Dallas Morning News writes, free agency begins today for Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton and others, given the changes in the system. Marco Scutaro will still have images of his World Series-winning single dancing i...

Blog | October 29, 2012

With the World Series complete and the 2012 season in the rearview mirror, Buster Olney takes an early look at decisions facing all 30 teams this offseason.

Blog | Conversation | October 29, 2012

The Milwaukee Brewers are a small-market team with a big-market mentality, backed by a fan base that has turned out in big numbers and inspired owner Mark Attanasio to think big. The Brewers made the bold midseason play four years ago for CC Sabathia...

Blog | October 16, 2012

If Josh Hamilton is looking for a change of scenery and a place he can be comfortable in, he should look to Milwaukee. As Buster Olney writes, the Brewers have a lot to offer Hamilton in free agency.

Blog | Conversation | October 16, 2012

Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels told reporters that the team will let Josh Hamilton will test the open market before it makes a bid, Richard Durrett writes. And it's not even clear if the Rangers will bid. From Durrett's story: ...

Blog | October 10, 2012

The Texas Rangers appear set on letting Josh Hamilton test the free agent market, and they will then decide if making a long-term offer to the outfielder is the right move for the club. As Buster Olney writes, Texas could very well just let Hamilton go.

Blog | Conversation | October 10, 2012