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Buster Olney writes that there are early signs that Didi Gregorius could be better than expected at the plate for Arizona.

Blog | Conversation | April 20, 2013

Buster Olney writes that Derek Jeter will be fighting against history in trying to come back from a major injury this late in his career.

Blog | Conversation | April 19, 2013

Buster Olney evaluates the winners and losers of the potential blockbuster trade between the Red Sox and Dodgers.

Blog | Conversation | August 25, 2012

Keith Law writes that the Dodgers were wise to acquire a talent like Hanley Ramirez, even if he never regains his old form, and that the Pirates gave up too much to acquire Wandy Rodriguez, since his impact on the team's playoff chances is minimal.

Blog | Conversation | July 25, 2012

Keith Law writes that in dealing for Astros reliever Brett Myers, the White Sox were able to add a pitcher at minimal cost. Houston, meanwhile, saves some money while adding two pitchers to its farm system.

Blog | Conversation | July 21, 2012

Buster Olney ranks the second-half schedules for every American League playoff contender, from easiest to toughest.

Blog | Conversation | July 07, 2012

Buster Olney previews the trade market for every National League team, leading off with the Phillies, who could be close to putting Cole Hamels on the trading block.

Blog | Conversation | July 04, 2012

Buster Olney breaks down the Friday night pitching performances of Roy Oswalt, who looked like his old self in an impressive Rangers debut, and Tim Lincecum, who appeared to regain some of his old form after a rough early start.

Blog | Conversation | June 23, 2012

Buster Olney evaluates both the pros and the cons of the Phillies' potentially trading Cole Hamels by this year's deadline.

Blog | Conversation | June 16, 2012

Buster Olney examines the trade market as of now. While the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Angels appear set, the Boston Red Sox are looking for starting pitching. Plus, updates on where other teams stand.

Blog | Conversation | June 15, 2012

Oakland A's pitcher Jarrod Parker has so much poise, writes Buster Olney, that it's easy to forget he's only 23 years old.

Blog | Conversation | June 09, 2012

Kevin Gausman will be a top pick in this year's MLB draft (possibly the No. 1 overall selection), and his ability and willingness to make changes since he arrived at LSU are big reasons for that, writes Buster Olney.

Blog | Conversation | June 02, 2012

Says one evaluator about Angels outfielder Mike Trout: "If he's not the best player in the game by the end of this season, he will be by the end of next season." Buster Olney examines Trout's potential, and the role he's playing in the Angels' turnaround.

Blog | Conversation | May 26, 2012

While Kerry Wood will be remembered by some as a pitcher who never fulfilled his tremendous potential, and to others as a great teammate, his lasting legacy may be how he has changed the way teams scout and handle young pitchers, writes Buster Olney.

Blog | Conversation | May 19, 2012

Buster Olney writes that the Phillies have already tried to gauge teams' potential interest in Cole Hamels and Shane Victorino, so if they continue to struggle they'll have a sense of what the trade market is for both players.

Blog | Conversation | May 12, 2012

Buster Olney writes that Bobby Valentine shouldn't be blamed for Boston's slow start or monumental collapse on Saturday night.

Blog | Conversation | April 22, 2012