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Eric Gomez breaks down the decisions surrounding the four most hotly debated positions on the combined U.S.-Mexico starting 11, including goalkeeper, left back, right back and forward.

Blog | Conversation | March 25, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that given the must-win nature of the Yanks' home Hexagonal match versus Costa Rica next week, U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann will likely employ a more attack-minded midfield. Could Graham Zusi or Brek Shea get the start?

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2013

Brent Latham examines how the January transfer movement of five U.S. players, including Brek Shea and Maurice Edu, impacts the U.S. national team. Plus, Mix Diskerud and Juan Agudelo will remain with their current clubs -- how will that affect the team?

Blog | Conversation | February 01, 2013

Doug McIntyre looks at which American players are helping their national team stock with their current club play. This week, Jozy Altidore and Jose Torres are on the rise.

Blog | Conversation | January 21, 2013

They've played them to a tie once before, so Italy can at least approach their match with Spain carrying confidence. But they're still underdogs, so Alexi Lalas hands out some advice.

Story | Conversation | June 29, 2012

The United States got the result they needed, but the performance inspired little confidence for when they have to be the visiting team.

Blog | Conversation | June 08, 2012

Luke Cyphers writes that the biggest difference between the Yanks in 2010 and the Yanks now isn't necessarily different players, but those same players maturing together. In a friendly against Scotland, the growth in this U.S. team was on display.

Blog | Conversation | May 27, 2012

With injuries and suspensions dominating the NHL's playoff storylines, Craig Custance examines which player absences have (and will hurt) the most as teams continue to chase the Stanley Cup.

Blog | Conversation | April 18, 2012

The player who led the champion St. Louis Cardinals in stolen bases a year ago is going to do so again in 2012, making him an interesting sleeper for that fantasy category. Do you know whom I'm talking about? Not Ryan Theriot, who played 132 ga...

Blog | March 23, 2012

Eric Karabell looks at potential cheap sources for stolen bases, discussing such players as Tyler Greene, Alex Presley and Alexi Casilla.

Blog | Conversation | March 23, 2012

Jorge Arangure Jr. explains that Erick "Cubo" Torres is being given a chance because of the U-23 team's lack of scoring.

Blog | Conversation | March 13, 2012

If you were competing in fantasy baseball all the way back in 2007 -- or were simply a fan of the Florida Marlins -- then surely the spring training exploits of then-unknown outfielder Alejandro De Aza caught your attention. De Aza hit .354 over 48 a...

Blog | March 09, 2012

Eric Karabell searches for hidden fantasy gems and finds a few leadoff hitters, including Alejandro De Aza and Dexter Fowler, who can help owners.

Blog | Conversation | March 09, 2012

Kevin Goldstein follows up with fantasy prospects Nos. 51-100 for the 2012 season.

Story | Conversation | March 06, 2012

A floundering Chivas season is reason to celebrate for many of the team's detractors. Although Chivas, which currently sits at the absolute bottom of the FMF first division table, is certainly Mexico's most popular team, it isn't lacking in critics. ...

Blog | Conversation | February 21, 2012

Jorge Arangure Jr. examines the group of players called in for Mexico's pre-Olympic camp, and explains what it means about El Tri's plans.

Blog | Conversation | February 14, 2012