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AJ Burnett: New York Yankees Pitcher Changes Mechanics and Buys More Time
by Eric Nehs
AJ Burnett went into Thursday's start against the Boston Red Sox as the odd man out in the New York Yankees starting rotation. After changing his mechanics three days ago and holding baseball's best offense to two runs in 5... Read More »
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Sabermetrics: Since When Is a Home Run Not a Batted Ball in Play?
by Harold Friend
I understand that there is no defense against a home run. I understand that BABIP (Batted Average Balls in Play) is an attempt to measure the chances of a hitter making contact, putting the ball in play and getting a hit... Read More »
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Tampa Bay Rays: Evan Longoria and His Baffling 2011 Season
by Eric Nehs
Evan Longoria 's season continues to be one of the most confounding of the year. Coming into Tuesday's game with the Tigers , Longoria has produced the worst line of his four-year career, ... Read More »
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Rich Harden Continues 2011 Comeback
by Eric Nehs
Fantasy owners and major league executives have been drawn to the promise of Rich Harden since he was called up by the Oakland A's in 2003. In a career derailed by injuries, Harden has compiled a 59-36 record with a 9... Read More »
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Blue Jays Rookie a Must-Add
by Eric Nehs
Brett Lawrie, the Blue Jays ' best non-pitching prospect, acquired in the Shaun Marcum trade, has impressed in his brief stint in the majors this month. Through 13 games with the Blue Jays, Lawrie has posted a slash line of ... Read More »
