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The many fantasy owners and Texas Rangers fans who have been waiting all season for the promotion of super-prospect Jurickson Profar finally got their wish Sunday night: He got the call when Ian Kinsler was placed on the DL. But it's premature to ass...

Blog | May 20, 2013

The Boston Red Sox have a tough decision to make with Jackie Bradley Jr., writes Buster Olney.

Blog | Conversation | March 20, 2013

We thought we had seen it all with the super-blockbuster nine-player trade in August between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox. Then this happens. Like the Red Sox-Dodgers deal, it's a megatrade that works for both parties as one team...

Blog | November 14, 2012

Ben Jedlovec explains why Ben Zobrist and Martin Prado are so incredibly valuable.

Story | Conversation | August 24, 2012

Dave Cameron says the Giants and Rays can upgrade at other positions to offset the losses of Evan Longoria and Pablo Sandoval.

Story | Conversation | May 04, 2012

Dave Cameron examines the free agent case for Edwin Jackson. He developed a reputation for wildness early in his career, but his recent performance is comparable to that of Cole Hamels and John Danks.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2011

There are several reasons that clubs delay the promotion of top prospects to the major league level. The reasons can include physical ability, maturity, adjustments to breaking balls, hitting left-handed pitching, baserunning, developing a secondary...

Blog | June 14, 2011

While players and teams alike want to change the Super Two rules, no easy solution is in sight. Kevin Goldstein identifies five prospects who could see their debuts delayed to avoid Super Two status.

Story | Conversation | June 14, 2011

Ryan McGee looks at all eight super regionals and ranks them based on quality and star power.

Story | Conversation | June 10, 2011

Jeff Sackmann previews the super regional matchup between Stanford and UNC.

Story | Conversation | June 07, 2011

Kevin Goldstein writes that the Royals created plenty of excitement by recalling Eric Hosmer, but wonders if the team will eventually have the same second thoughts that now bother him.

Story | Conversation | May 11, 2011

Buster Olney contacted five MLB talent evaluators on the topic of Michael Young, who could soon be dealt -- and got their opinions, which run the gamut from good to bad. Plus: A baseball writer makes his football (Super Bowl) pick.

Blog | Conversation | February 06, 2011

Gary Horton picks 48 playoff 'X factors' -- four guys per team -- who, while not household names, could swing the balance of the AFC and NFC playoffs. You'll find names like Roman Harper, John Kuhn, Raheem Brock and Danny Woodhead here.

Story | Conversation | January 04, 2011

Jason Grey checks in on super-soph Andrew McCutchen of the Pittsburgh Pirates, from a scouting and fantasy perspective.

Blog | Conversation | April 26, 2010

In the daily look at position battles: The Rays name a fifth starter, an update on super prospect Jenrry Mejia and more.

Story | Conversation | March 24, 2010

Keith Law writes that the Washington Nationals' caution with Stephen Strasburg will not only slow his development, but also won't end up helping their bottom line, either.

Blog | Conversation | March 20, 2010