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Can the White Sox Lose 120 Games?
They are hopelessly out of the race in a division where “showing up for the season” is basically all it takes to contend. How bad could this year get?
Walker to Memphis: Do I Really Feel the Way I Feel?
How did Jordan Walker, after a promising 2023, play his way off the roster in four weeks?
Let's Go: A Theory About Aaron Boone's Phantom Ejection
It's not just that the fan shouted; it's what he shouted.
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Roto Riteup: April 26, 2024
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Starting Pitcher Chart – April 26th, 2024
Deep board presents a lot of opportunities across all formats
Big Kid Adds (Week 4)
Some nice popup starters.
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Can the White Sox Lose 120 Games?
They are hopelessly out of the race in a division where “showing up for the season” is basically all it takes to contend. How bad could this year get?These Ribs Aren't for Dinner, Alas: Bellinger, Casas Both Suffer Fractures
An awkward swing and a collision with an outfield wall have sent two sluggers to the injured list.The AL East and NL Central Are off to Historically Hot Starts
Yes, you read that right. These two divisions have dominated the other four so far this season.Let's Go: A Theory About Aaron Boone's Phantom Ejection
It's not just that the fan shouted; it's what he shouted.Mike Trout Is Running Again (Again)
Hello, is your Mike Trout running? Well, you better go and catch him!Walker to Memphis: Do I Really Feel the Way I Feel?
How did Jordan Walker, after a promising 2023, play his way off the roster in four weeks?A Look at Aaron Judge's Season-Opening Slump
The big slugger is out of whack, but why?Kyle Hendricks Talks Pitching
The highly educated Cubs right-hander has studiously evolved as a technician on the mound.Jake Cronenworth Has Bounced Back. He Should Be Bouncing Back Even More.
What is this undersized, line drive-hitting first baseman, this Millennial Mientkewicz, doing near the top of a whomps per whiff leaderboard?CJ Abrams Is Taking Over At the Plate
After a slight mechanical adjustment, the Nats shortstop is crushing everything in sight.How Do You Illustrate Rays of the Sun?
This is the story of how Tampa Bay got the most interesting part of its logo.Top of the Order: The Tigers Are Pitching Their Way to Relevance
Detroit is winning on the backs of its pitchers. Plus, Daulton Varsho’s adjustments and the end of a heat streak.The Dodgers Are Struggling Out of the Gate — Again
Even with a club record payroll, they don't look like a powerhouse... yet.Allow Me To Convince You To Believe in Reed Garrett
It’s pop-up reliever season, but sometimes something that glitters IS gold.
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Roto Riteup: April 26, 2024
Wrap up the week with the Roto Riteup!Starting Pitcher Chart – April 26th, 2024
Deep board presents a lot of opportunities across all formatsThree Appearance Fastball Velocity Risers and Fallers: April 25th, 2024
Taking a closer look at the fastball performance of several armsThe Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1288 – Superstar Breakout or Fast Start?
Paul and Justin discuss a group of six hitters who could be in the beginning of a breakout season... or just running hotMining the News (4/24/24)
A few decent nuggets.Starting Pitcher Chart – April 25th, 2024
Several premium arms throwing Thursday makes for mostly easy decisionsBig Kid Adds (Week 4)
Some nice popup starters.Ottoneu Hot Right Now: April 24, 2024
A look at the guys tearing up Ottoneu.
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Comparing the Japanese slugger to other recent players to arrive from NPB.The Last Solo Umpire
In 1923, an umpire had to call a game by himself for the last time in MLB history.What Makes a Good Four-Seamer Good?
A fine look at which parts of the four-seam fastball are most important to success.
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2024 Top 100 Prospects
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2023 Top 100 Prospects
Eric Longenhagen and Tess Taruskin present their 2023 Top 100 list, with reports for each player. 2023 Top 50 Free Agents
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2022 Top 100 Prospects
The FanGraphs prospect team presents their 2022 top 100 list, with reports for each player.
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2024 FanGraphs WAR Update
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FanGraphs Spotlight: Pitch Type Splits
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Top Prospects
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2024 Preseason Top 100ZiPS Projections
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Mon | 1 PM | Justin Mason |
Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
Tue | 2 PM | Jay Jaffe |
Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
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Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Top Prospects
* Imminent Big Leaguers article. All orgs will receive a full list.
2024 Preseason Top 100ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
Mon | 1 PM | Justin Mason |
Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
Tue | 2 PM | Jay Jaffe |
Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Podcasts
Leaders
WAR
wRC+
wOBA
WPA
1.Mookie Betts | 2.3 |
2.Gunnar Henderson | 1.9 |
3.Juan Soto | 1.7 |
4.Shohei Ohtani | 1.7 |
5.Jose Altuve | 1.6 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
1.Zack Wheeler | 1.3 |
2.Kutter Crawford | 1.1 |
3.Tanner Houck | 1.1 |
4.Ranger Suarez | 1.1 |
5.Cole Ragans | 1.0 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
1.Mason Miller | 0.8 |
2.Hunter Harvey | 0.8 |
3.Craig Kimbrel | 0.6 |
4.James McArthur | 0.6 |
5.Emmanuel Clase | 0.6 |