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With the July 31st Major League Baseball trade deadline only days away, it is time to look at the players most likely to move. The players most likely on the move are:
A look at the winners and losers at the 2006 MLB trade deadline.
Which teams are most likely to trade some top players before the July 31st trade deadline?
A look at the early season surprises in Major League Baseball.
Last week the most over-hyped weekend in sports came and went as it does every summer with the usual whimper and not the roar that the sports network promote.
The Chicago Cubs haven't won a World Series since 1908. Here is why the Cubs will finally reverse their fortunes.
The Chicago Cubs have made it back to the playoffs in 2007. They won't be going far.
Since 1965 the players that have bounced back from down years have received this honor.
Here is a list of 5 Major Leaguers who have caught my eye, roughly 1/3 of the way through the 2006 Major League campaign.
Fantasy news and insights surrounding the 2008 Washington Nationals. Includes projected starters, fantasy gems, duds, and sleepers.
All 30 MLB teams ranked 1-30!
New ballpark will give fans a chance to see exciting young talent.
The Nationals open up new digs, and face stiff competition in the National League East. How well will Nationals Park be christened this year?
Braves close to landing Teixiera, Yankees involved in trade rumors and Ty Wiggington in high demand.
Nationals will have $10 million in salary on the bench this season
Picked by some to lose 120 games, the Nationals have been better than advertised so far in 2007. Here I examine the team's fortunes so far this season.
Which teams will be looking to add big name players in a push for the playoffs and a World Series championship?
The Chicago Cubs are floundering near the bottom of the NL Central, with only the Pirates having a worse record in the National League. What went wrong? How long do you have?
Which players who had a great first half look poised for a disappointing second half?
Bonds breaks Hanks Aarons record, Clemens returns to New York, Glavine wins 300, Biggio gets 3000, as Boston wins the World Series.
the baseball crazy Dominican Republic will have an awesome team at the first World Baseball Classic this March. This article relates who they have available on their roster as they head into the competeition as one of the favorites.
Memories can be about anything at all. Some of my fondest memories I have involve the game of baseball. Some are simple pleasures, while others are unique. Everyone has wonderful memories about something meaningful in their life.
What has happened in Major League Baseball in 1987, and the changes in the game since then.
At the end of the 2006 season I could finally say that I have in fact visited all 30 of the current Major League Baseball stadiums. I'll share my thoughts on the best of the bunch.
Inspired by Busk O'Neil's failure to make the Baseball Hall of Fame, Dave Winfield has convinced major league baseball to conduct the first draft of former members from the Negro League.
This is a brief history and discussion of the famous Chicago Cubs Billy Goat Curse. The article describes how the curse came about and some strange happenings that have occurred since then.
List of blogs dealing with Major League Baseball.
The Chicago Cubs were originally the Chicago White Stockings. Take a ride through the early history of those "lovable losers", the Chicago Cubs.
Lance Berkman is one of the most feared hitters in major league baseball, and in 2006 he hit 45 home runs and set a record for the Houston Astros with 136 runs batted in. He defines success not by his baseball skills, but by his faith, however.
The DH has more than served its purpose in Major League Baseball. It's time for the DH to go.
The Mitchell Report came out today, giving names of many baseball players who have allegedly used steroids. What effect will it have on you and baseball?
If a salary cap is not the answer to all that ails Major League Baseball, how do small market teams remain viable? Better decision-making and value-based decisions; General Managers must maximize the talent and minimize the cost per win.
MLB 2K5 is in my opinion one of the best baseball games I have played for the xbox system. Read on....
It would seem as though Major League Baseball is doing its part to stop steroid use in the game, but that is not so. Creating an investigation only causes more publicity for the sport, and in this insensible society, nothing can be considered bad press.
In 1933, baseball began playing the Major League Baseball All-Star Game, the greatest and most anticipated of all the pro sports All-Star affairs each year. This article summarizes those games played from 1933-1939.
Tied with the best record in baseball the Boston Red Sox prepare for the playoffs
Counting down the best players to ever take the field at Wrigley
If you are a professional baseball fan, there is no doubt that you have been looking to the baseball gods for a new savior, someone to rid the game clean of its sinful performance enhancing past.
Here is a list of Major League Baseball players who were born on Long Island
Check out baseball facts online. Keep updated or look up old stats on the web. Here are several sites devoted to baseball
If a family wants to have a night of enjoyment outside in the nice weather for a price that won't cost an arm and a leg, people should look at the world of minor league baseball. It is cheap and fun, and it gives people a chance to see future stars.
The Boston Red Sox have been the best team in baseball for almost the entire season. On the evening they clinch the first playoff berth, I examine why Red Sox fans stressed out so much over the course of this season, and what they can do to help their team come October.
Red Sox insist MLB honor contract and compensate coaches and support staff for trip to Japan.
Understanding the differences between football and baseball gambling.
Revenue sharing is keeping teams from reaching their full potential. What major league baseball needs is a salary cap.
The men running the show have messed up the game of baseball. Time to clean it up.
The Cape Cod Baseball League continues the tradition of baseball as it was meant to be seen--without high costs for fans and huge paychecks for players.
Looking for a cheap, fun and safe way to enjoy a summer day; go out to a minor league baseball game. Here are the area's top ballparks and teams for you to go out and see.
Can the Red Sox get back to the World Series in 2007? Can they best the Yankees in the AL East?
After a disappointing 3rd place finish in 2006, the Red Sox look like a dangerous club that is once again capable of competing for the World Series in 2007. With new acquisitions and moving some pitchers around, the rotation figures to be a little stronger in 2007.
Predictions and Breakdown for the 2008 Major League Baseball Season. This article previews the National League East.
The new Washington Nationals stadium is highly touted as having a lot of great features, great chances to see the Washington Monument and great food like Ben's Chili Bowl. But how does it all add up? Check out my account.
The National League enetered the decade of the Fifities facing a 12-4 disadvantage in the All-Star Game results. By the time the Fifities gave way to the turbulent Sixties, the National League had made up significant ground.
NL domination in the All-Star Game was a fact of life, until the AL began to make progress during the 80s. A grand slam in 1983 got them on the right track.
The American League began to head in the right direction during the 80s, and continued thier good work at the All-Star Game in the 90s, taking 7 of 10 from the National League.
The Washington Nationals 2006 season went worse than the 2005 season. They lost more games and gave up 199 runs more during the 2006 season.
The most recent MLB trade deadline news before the July 31st MLB non-waiver trade deadline.
What are the hottest rumors on MLB trade deadline day?
The Washington Nationals tickets have went on sale today and people are looking for great places to purchase these before they become sold out or the prices start to rise.
The Washington Nationals are back for their 2008 season. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online or by telephone. Information related to pricing, seating, and availability are all contained in this handy ticket-purchasing guide.
A year ago at this time, Dmitri Young was in the midst of just trying to get back to playing the game he loves.
With the trade deadline only days away, what do the teams competing for a spot in the playoffs need for success?
With the signing of Alfonso Soriano the Cubs seem to be showing that they might actually want to make a change. On the other hand, this is Chicago.
A look at the future stars of tomorrow(and today)of the MLB.
So is your team still in it or should you start looking toward the off-season as the playoffs grow nearer. Did your team rise or fall at the trade deadline as we look at the NL East race.
Ben's Chili Bowl is the hot spot of Washington DC. If someone at Ben's Chili Bowl doesn't have a ticket to sell, they know where to get it.
There are some players vital to their team's success in the American League that are struggling early. This article highlights some of these who have not been making the highlights, and the prospects of them rebounding from their April failures.
Jose Vidro has labored his entire ten year career in the Expos and nationals' organization, but now heads to the Mariners where he could finally be on a contender.
With the season over lets take a look back at the trade deadline
Forget the MLB All-Star Teams. I have put together my very own MLB All-Injured Team - comprised of a player at each position that finds himself in the training room more often than on the field.
This is an informative look at baseball player Cliff Floyd and his recent signing with the Chicago Cubs.
Before there were the Nationals, there was a team that originally was called the Montreal Expos.
With only one week until the July 31 trade deadline, will the Mets be making any moves? This is a look at some of the players who could be calling Shea home in the upcoming days.
The first pitch of the MLB season will be thrown tomorrow in Japan at 6 AM ET. What will happen between then and October? Here's one interpretation.
Angels GM Bill Stoneman is criticized for his lack of big trades. But it's a trade of a backup catcher that may get him in trouble this year. Here I look at the potential ramifications of the Jose Molina deal.
Every year there is a debate on who the best pitcher was, or is in major league baseball. This year is no different and the top 10 may surprise you.
The 2007 season brings new hopes along with new faces for the Chicago Cubs. The following is their possible starting lineup and starting pitching, and why I feel there is a new hope with this team.
The Cubs haven't won a world series in 99 years. Think about that for a second, in that time span we've had 2 world wars, 17 presidents and of course Paris Hilton.
Major League Baseball has gone from a national obsession to a national embarrassment.
My analysis of the four major sports: NHL, NBA, MLB, and NFL.
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Score a home run with the baseball fans on your holiday shopping list by surprising them with any of these unique baseball gifts.
A comprehensive look at fantasy baseball outfielders, and what they can bring to the table.
Baseball spring training has a western flavor in the desert of Arizona. Enjoy twelve teams, including the 2005 World Champion Chicago White Sox, as they play exhibition games in the Cactus League. Watch players hone their skills as baseball resumes.
The Texas Rangers' right fielder/designate red hitter Sammy Sosa hit his 600th career home run on June 20th in a game against his former team, the Chicago cubs.
Forrest Kobayashi examines the recent MLB free agent signings, and their impact on fantasy baseball in 2008.
My odds on the World Series for the upcoming 2008 MLB season
A list of the best MLB players born in Mississippi
While millions of 11th-hour tax filers put the finishing touches on their returns, Young helped his team to send the relatively dwindling Rays' fans many happy returns - through the turnstiles.
MLB's All Star Game and Home Run Derby are generally a good time, but there is lots that can be done to make the entire experience truly great and extremely entertaining. These simple suggestions can transform this tiresome, old event into a great new tradition.
As we approach the middle of August, all I can say is WOW! What a season it's been so far! And best of all, the top history making moments I'm going to discuss first occurred recently between August 4th and 7th.
This article outlines my choices for the National League all-star substitutes if I was the manager for the NL all-star team after the starters have been announced. The list is complete with both stats and explanations for why I chose who I did, and also discusses omissions.
The Washington Nationals fine of Tomo Ohka raises a bar for the conduct associated with unbecoming a major league baseball player.
The Washington Nationals have held Spring Training at Space Coast Stadium in Viera (Melbourne), Florida, since 2005. Here is a guide to Spring Training in Viera, Florida.
Last year the New York Mets with their new additions started to run away with the division from the very beginning leaving the Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins and Washington Nationals in their dust but this year they'll have more competition.
Kids in Maryland have a choice, they can either follow the old established Baltimore Orioles or the newly inaugurated Washington Nationals. Choosing from among summer basebal camps in Maryland may be just as difficult.
Last season's National League East finish was one for the ages.
After the New York Mets dethroned the Braves and dominated the NL East many people thought the NL East was a lousy division, but the truth is the NL East is full of more futuare stars than any other division.
Cheat Sheet Guide of the Top 40 First Baseman in Fantasy Baseball 2008.
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