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Boggs, Brett, Mathews and Schmidt are the top four third basemen in MLB history. Is David Wright ready to join that illustrious quartet?

Forrest Kobayashi examines the recent MLB free agent signings, and their impact on fantasy baseball in 2008.

The MVP is just another publicity stunt. It's a media event. It's something to talk about. But the MVP doesn't matter. There are lots of great players and even more bad ones. They all deserve recognition.

Am I the only one who thinks watching homerun after homerun is boring? MLB should show off some of their pitchers and fielders' abilities.

As the 2007 MLB All Star Game approaches one can not avoid questioning some of the selections made by the fans for the starting lineup. This is a consistent problem and it has become so bad that fans should no longer be allowed to vote for the participants in the contest

For too long the fans of baseball have been given the chance to vote for their favorite players to play in the All-Star Game. It's gotten to the point where all they do is vote for their favorites and not those deserving. These are the players that are.

The hot corner is one of the most difficult positions to defend. These men did it extremely well and gained several Gold Glove Awards.

No player on the field gets more put-outs than the first basemen so every team needs a sure handed first basemen. These are some of the first basemen that have received the most Gold Glove Awards.

A look at who could be going where as the Trade Deadline approaches in Major League Baseball

The Baseball season is coming to an end. With the World series coming over the horizon, other teams begin to evaluate what they need to do before the season begins.

This is a guide to understanding and keeping score in baseball.

Here is what each American League team is missing to make them contenders for the playoffs in 2008.

A look at Major League Baseball player Vinny Castilla upon his announcement of retirement .

The MVP slugger Alex Rodriguez has agreed to a record-setting contract.

Lidge acquisition might be just what the Phillies need to contend again in 2008

David Allen Wright, born December 20, 1982 in Norfolk, Virginia, is a right-handed hitting third baseman (3B) in Major League Baseball (MLB) who plays for the New York Mets of the National League (NL) Eastern Division.

A think-outside-the-box approach to an endless baseball debate.

Counting down the best players to ever take the field at Wrigley

He was a nine-time All Star with five consecutive Gold Gloves. He was a captain on a team that had three future Hall of Famers on it. And he did all that as a diabetic. Not only should Ron Santo be in the Hall of Fame, he should have been there years ago.

The players who truly changed the way the game of baseball is played are virtually unknown today. Learn more about how these revolutioary baseball player helped to create the game we know today.

A preview of the "real" AL All Star team for the July 11th MLB All Star game in Pittsburgh.

Questionmarks surround the bullpen, and the end of the rotation,one thing that won't be questioned is their lineup.

Mark Teixeira has played well for the Atlanta Braves but at the end of the day they are only 9 - 8 since they acquired him. The New York Mets on the other hand are 11 - 6 with Luis Castillo.

It took the 86 years for the Sox to break "the curse" and win the World Series, but once they did it, it seems the sky's the limit for this well coached, well manned New England sensation.

It is time for the MLB All-Star game. Here are my choices as American League starters.

The state of the New York Yankees 2008 starting roster is in flux. Here is what the Yankees must do to achieve success.

With the All-Star game rapidly approaching, here's who I think should be the each league's starters for the 78th All-Star Game.

The top third basemen in the league have always been great fantasy baseball options because it usually consists of power hitters and this year is no different.

Which third baseman should you choose for your fantasy baseball team in 2008?

If Alex Rodriguez is a little too pricey for your team there are a few other corner infielders your team could pursue.

A comprehensive look at the third base position for fantasy owners, and some value picks for 2008.

In signing San Francisco Giants third baseman Pedro Feliz, the Phillies try to fill a third base position that has been one of their biggest holes.

Pedro Feliz will play third base this year in Philadelphia Phillies red, leaving the San Francisco Giants behind -- at least for two years.

Which of today's second basemen belong in the Hall of Fame? What, in fact, does a Hall of Fame second baseman look like? In this article we'll compare the cream of the crop of recent second baseman with those already enshired in Cooperstown.

Which second basemen should you choose for you fantasy baseball team?

Second base is the weakest position this Fantasy season. Try and get one of the first couple of second basemen but don't pick them too high either.

A look at the early season surprises in Major League Baseball.

A year ago at this time, Dmitri Young was in the midst of just trying to get back to playing the game he loves.

In the closest vote since the inception of the new system in 1980, Brewer's third baseman Ryan Braun edged Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki by two points. But should he have?

Which first baseman should you choose for your fantasy baseball team?

First baseman is a loaded position. Fantasy baseball owners can't really go wrong with any of the top ten on the first baseman list.

First base might not seem like a position with a lot of great defenders like shortstop or center field but it's important to have a good defensive first baseman.

Since 1955 when the award was first conceived, a dozen men destined for Cooperstown have earned this honor.

Everybody knows about the Colorado Rockies players' ability to hit but Troy Tulowitzki might be the best defensive shortstop in baseball.

After a 13 - 1 loss the Colorado Rockies look in over their head in the World Series. Regardless of what happens in Game 2 do the Colorado Rockies have any chance of winning games 3, 4, and 5 at home?

Bunting can help any youth baseball team - Here is a quick how to guide with six easy steps toward effective sacrifice and drag bunting.

Half way through the major league season, this article discusses candidates for the AL and NL Midseason rookies of the year, complete with commentary and statistics for each of the players.

This article takes a look at some of the premiere rookies in the major leagues and analyzes how they are shaping up in terms of their fantasy contributions.

Jose Reyes? J. J. Hardy? Jimmy Rollins? Hanley Ramirez? Edgar Renteria? How in the world am I supposed to pick just one of these guys for the NL All Star team?

A look back at the happenings in the sports world over that past week with commentary.

A Preview of the American League East division for the 2008 Major League Baseball season.

This is a poem that represents the prayer of many women.

Some good, some bad in Winter Haven, Fl.

An article that discusses potential key pick-ups of hot players at each respective position for fantasy baseball owners trying to get the edge in their leagues.

The deal has the potential to reach $15 million with an additional year option and incentives.

A look at the San Francisco Giants and the upcoming 2008 baseball season

After a great end to the season the Colorado Rockies got swept in the World Series. So what's next for the Rockies.

When Peyton Manning was the quarterback at University of Tennessee there was a lot of babies in Tennessee being named Peyton. Is it really a good idea to name your child after a celebrity?

This is a how to on approaching an at bat during a baseball game.

Alex Rodriguez's time with the New York Yankees have been full of mixed emotions.

Since the Yankees failed to make it out of the first round of the playoffs the past two seasons people have been blaming Alex Rodriguez for the Yankees problems. Why? Since when does one player win or lose the World Series?

October 7, 2006 was a great day in Major League Baseball, one of the best days in baseball in the past two decades.

The shortstop position was once one of the weakest positions for fantasy baseball players. That all changed when Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Nomar Garciaparra arrived. Now the shortstop position is a pretty good position in fantasy baseball.

OP/ED Body of fact piece on Detroit Tigers fanaticism and the legacy of Detroit baseball.

There's one game to play. Here's my all-time 25-man roster.

The Silver Slugger is given to the best offensive player at each position. Here are my American League picks.

Which players were snubbed the most in each league for the MLB All-Star Game?

Craig Biggio has now hit 3,000 hits and stamped his way into the Hall of Fame but he should be a first ballot Hall of Famer even before his 3,000th hit.

This is the first of a six part series covering each of the six Major League Baseball divisions. We are now roughly one hundred games into the 2007 Major League Baseball season. Right now, we are focusing on the National League Central.

They are not superstars, but they are closer to that distinction than baseball's lower class producers. They are the middle child - the ignored ones - as they receive only little to average attention (publicity), when they deserve more credit.

who is going to play for team USA and represent our nation? how will the team do in international competition?

The Babe and Bonds dominate this stat, which reflects a player's ability to hit for extra bases.

I've been playing baseball since I was 10 years old, and I'm rapidly approaching 30. 2007 marks my 11th year playing in an 18 and over hardball league in Chicago. Over the years, I've found some can't miss tricks that keep me on the field.

Most of the career leaders in home runs at each position are pretty easy to name. We all know Barry Bonds, Mike Piazza, Mark McGwire and so on. But how many people are familiar with Wes Ferrell?

Harry Heilmann was a decent enough player before Ty Cobb told him to change his batting stance. After that, he became a Hall of Fame legend.

i give stats and my opinion of the hitters in baseballl who are likely to make the All Star game

The Veteran's Committee will once again take up the issue of whether Gil Hodges is Hall of Fame worthy, but he should have been in Cooperstown decades ago.

Bobby Doerr was a no-brainer Hall of Fame choice, but had to wait for the Veteran's Committee to admit him.

Gives a player under the age of 25 for each major league baseball position and gives a synopsis of why they are the choice for that position.

The game of baseball is very complex, and simple drills are enough to give one team a definite advantage. One of these forgotten but useful practice techniques is the idea of teaching baseball pitchers to field, thus increasing team versatility.

O's fans will find this article interesting since it tells them some things about the careers of some former Baltimore greats.

.500 for last week; what is Teixeira facing?

A Comparison of the Red Sox and Rays

One of the greatest intercity rivalry in all of sports, Boston and New York, is littered with memorable moments.

My opinion of this game and how it can be improved to be more like the original game of baseball.

Where the Negro Leagues were concerned, I wanted to discuss who I felt were possibly five to ten of the greatest on the list regardless of order, but then I took a closer look and found what I consider to be an unconscionable omission.

All-Star Baseball 2005 is definitely a step in the right direction for sports games. Many different play modes along with a deep, fairly complicated franchise mode make this a game to seriously consider.

There is a lot of criticism towards the World Baseball Classic. Personally, how could something that involves baseball being played at its highest level by the best players in the world be a bad thing?

My nice new boyfriend had a dark side, and that dark side, fellas, was called baseball. Oh, dear, I was dating a guy.

All 30 MLB teams ranked 1-30!

The perception is baseball owners buy championships. The truth is less concrete. While quick to criticize the Yankees, small market proponents ignore the New York Mets, which invested millions in average baseball talent over the past decade.

Baseball Book of Firsts is a book that contains information on who did what first in baseball history from being the first manager to institute cut-off plays to the first player to wear sunglasses. Fascinating and educational.

One of baseball's most prevalent myths is that of the founding of the game. The myth reads that Abner Doubleday played the first game in Cooperstown, New Yoek, now home to Baseball Hall of Fame. However, baseball's true founder is Alexander Cartwright.

With the announcement a year ago of the innaugural World Baseball Classic, baseball players,owners, and fans alike greeted the idea with fanfare. Now, in the World Baseball Classic, sixteen countries, some without star players, will bat to the finish.

This institution that is Japanese baseball goes much further than a box score, a pennant race, or the corporate ties that all Japanese professional baseball franchise are attached to.

The steroids issue is not something baseball can take lightly, and in my opinion they still are. Something drastact may need to happen.