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Revisiting the Biggest Trade Deadline Moves
Remember that trade deadline back in July? Two months later, we can see who won these hyper-important moves. Front offices were under a microscope during the deadline, and although it has faded away from headlines — it doesn’t take the impo...
Prospect Analysis: Justin Lebron
The Reds used the 18th overall pick in this year’s MLB Draft on Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron. Just a few months later, he’s already giving them plenty of reasons to feel good about it.
Entering the 2026 college season, it was a toss up...
MLB September Call-Ups You Need to Know
We’re into the last month of regular season play in the MLB, but some guys are just getting started. Players and prospects around the league are getting their first shot at playing in the big leagues due to the annual September call-ups....
September’s Outlier Report
Identifying players likely to breakout with a proven method of success
This is the fifth edition of the Outlier Report — a monthly series where I identify a handful of players that are due for a meaningful shift in performance, whether tha...
The AL Wild Card Race is Wild
Believe it or not, we’re only 40 days away from the start of the MLB Postseason — but there is a lot to be decided before we get there, with the most uncertainty in the AL Wild Card.
This race is as unique as it gets. Heading into Thursday...
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