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Offseason notebook: Hot stove cooking

Tristan H. Cockcroft, ESPN.com

Tristan H. Cockcroft wraps up many of the early offseason deals, like the J.J. Hardy-Carlos Gomez trade, and what they mean for fantasy owners.

Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009

Any drama left for season's final week?

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the final week of the baseball season and says there's a lot of uncertainty with many top teams close to clinching playoff berths.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009

Yankees to cruise?

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the penultimate week of the fantasy baseball season, where the Yankees are on the verge of being able to set their team to cruise control.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009

Giants face two crucial series this week

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews Week 24 of the baseball season, which includes the Giants facing both the Dodgers and Rockies.

Story | Conversation | September 11, 2009

Big week for Rays; Phillies play eight

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews Week 23 of the baseball season, which includes the Phillies' playing eight games against rather weak opponents.

Story | Conversation | September 04, 2009

Where does Pedro rank?

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the 20th week of the major league season and notes that Pedro Martinez gets a two-start week.

Story | Conversation | August 14, 2009

Holliday has boosted St. Louis

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the 19th week of the major league season and notes that Matt Holliday's addition has boosted the Cardinal offense.

Story | Conversation | August 07, 2009

Gutierrez a worthy starter

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the short week after the All-Star break and notes that Franklin Gutierrez should excel as he faces three lefties.

Story | Conversation | July 14, 2009

Cubs, Jays primed for big Week 6

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the sixth week of the baseball season and notes that the Cubs should thrive with a bunch of games at home.

Story | Conversation | May 08, 2009

Daily Notes: Liriano's matchup makes him tough call

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews Wednesday's slate of games, which features a tough matchup for Twins hurler Francisco Liriano.

Story | Conversation | April 21, 2009

Good week to "Get Low-e"

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the third week of the MLB season and really likes the Braves' matchups against the Nationals and Reds.

Story | Conversation | April 17, 2009

30 Questions: What is Joba Chamberlain's role?

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Tristan H. Cockcroft looks at what role Joba Chamberlain will and should have on the Yankees' staff this season.

Story | Conversation | March 26, 2009

How do lineup spots affect steal attempts?

Tristan H. Cockcroft, ESPN.com

Tristan H. Cockcroft breaks down the possibility that Hanley Ramirez could steal fewer bases hitting third in the Marlins' lineup.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2009

Hot Stove Preview: Whose fantasy value is at stake this offseason?

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Tristan H. Cockcroft identifies the 10 players whose value would fluctuate the most with an offseason team change.

Story | Conversation | October 31, 2008

BBC Preview for Week 26

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Tristan H. Cockcroft previews the 26th week of the MLB season for Baseball Challenge.

Story | Conversation | September 20, 2008