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Even with the latest burst of signings, there are still over 100 free agents available across baseball. Many of them are bit players; those that will end up being fourth outfielders or bench players on non-contending teams. Others, though, could easily make material contributions to the teams they eventually sign with. Earlier this off-season, this space discussed Vladimir Guerrero and his potential fit with teams such as the Rangers. Now it ...

Jason Bay To The Mets: Fantasy Baseball Impact

Posted: 29th December 2009 by Collin Hager in MLB
If reports are to be believed, Jason Bay has agreed to join the Mets for the next four years at a $66 million price tag. The fantasy relevance of this move would, on the surface, have Bay dropping in value. Let us delve in to why.á To begin, Bay struggled for two months of the season even last year. After starting out with a very strong April, Bay's 10 home runs ...

Fantasy Baseball Impact Of Early Off-Season Moves

Posted: 18th December 2009 by Collin Hager in MLB
With many players already making waves by signing deals or being sent packing from one city to another, it is time for this space to do a little review of what has happened and what it means for fantasy owners. Edwin Jackson - The Tigers certainly seemed to take the opportunity to sell high on the pitcher. Jackson was one of the more pleasant surprises of fantasy baseball ...

The Fantasy Baseball Potential of the Baltimore Orioles

Posted: 16th December 2009 by Collin Hager in MLB
A man-crush is fast developing on Nolan Reimold. Several fantasy baseball analysts have shared some commentary regarding the young outfielder. Ultimately, the point of emphasis regardingáthis pre-spring training infatuationáwith Reimold stems from the lineup surrounding the young star.á The Orioles areánow a team that provides some star power to go with tremendous upside in their younger players. From a fantasy perspective, it is a lineup that can provide owners ...