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Tales from around the Red Sox Blogosphere:
- Fire Brand of the American League – This week at Fire Brand: Mike discusses Stolmy Pimental’s maturation process; Troy shares his thoughts on Papelbon’s future with the Sox; Charlie explains Ultimate Base Running and identifies his ideal trade target; and I react to the news of Dice-K’s injury and share my thoughts on the Red Sox 50 games into the season.
- Red Sox Beacon – Matt Kory explains what might have been with Jayson Werth.
- Over the Monster – Matt Sullivan wonders if Salty’s star is rising.
- Surviving Grady – Denton says the Red Sox are done playing Mr. Nice Guy.
- Red Sox Thoughts – Carl Crawford is on fire! Matt Collins provides an excellent analysis.
- Joy of Sox – Allan explores the Red Sox most recent feat: scoring 14+ runs in consecutive games.
- The House that Dewey Built – Jimmy analyzes Clay Buchholz’s last start and Daniel Bard’s subsequent break down.
Tales from around the Yankee Blogosphere:
- It’s About the Money, Stupid – This week at IIATMS: Larry provides a rational guide to bunting; Brien thinks it’s time to hold a blogger ethics panel; Hippeaux explores “Super Two” arbitration and this season’s potential call-ups; Mark weighs in on the discussion on home plate collisions; Tamar provides a detailed prospect profile of Adam Warren; and I try to debunk the “Too Many Home Runs” meme.
- Yankee Analysts – Larry explores Nick Swisher’s season long slump.
- Pinstriped Bible – Steven Goldman explains how the Mets trash is another team’s treasure.
- River Avenue Blues – Joe Pawlikowski explains the Yankees problems with runners in scoring position.
- Replacement Level Yankee Weblog – RLYW shares baseball’s leader in outs. Derek Jeter is prominently listed at number ten. For what it’s worth, Albert Pujols is number three—scary.
- Pinstripe Alley – Franky Camp appreciates David Robertson. You should too.
Tales from the Sweet Spot Mother Ship:
- David Schoenfield – David walks through the top 50 prospects of the draft era.
- Christina Kahrl – Christina examines how the Marlins resolved the issues surrounding their prospects filling positions at the major league level.
- Steve Berthiaume – Could Prince receive a contract on par with Adrian Gonzalez? Probably.
- Susan Petrone (It’s Pronounced “Lajaway”) – Young pitching reigns supreme in the major leagues these days. David Price, who nearly was decapitated by a broken bat on Friday night, leads the charge.
- Anna McDonald (It’s About the Money Stupid) – Anna did a tremendous interview with Cardinal managing owner Bill Dewitt III.
- Bill Parker (Platoon Advantage) – Bill discusses the no-hit Twins and the inoffensive offense.
Tales from around the Sweet Spot Network:
- The Platoon Advantage (MLB) – I his inaugural piece, Mark reminds us that even Greg Maddux had off nights; Bill explains why the Diamondbacks still stink; and the Common Man gives his take on John Harper’s hypocrisy. Special congrats to my co-writer Mark at IIATMS for becoming the second blogger to write for two Sweet Spot blogs simultaneously, after yours truly. I say simultaneously because TCM also used to write for IIAMTS as well, but that was before he started up TPA. (I think…)
- Crashburn Alley (Phillies) – Bill Baer measures Chase Ultey’s impact.
- The Ray Area (Rays) – Mark shares his thoughts about the Rays staff “pitching backwards.”
- Nick’s Twin Blog (Twins) – The Kevin Slowey situation in the twin cities is getting a little hairy. Nick provides his rational viewpoint on the subject.
- Capital Avenue Club (Braves) – In the wake of Buster Posey’s brutal injury, Ben Durino explains the importance of having a good backup catcher.
- Fungoes (Cardinals) – Walks aren’t sexy, but they’re a big reason why Colby Rasmus is such a great player.
- Royals Authority (Royals) – Craig Brown says Joakim Soria is broken. Based on the stats, it’s hard to see it any other way.
- Bay City Ball (Giants) – Rory Paap holds a vigil for Buster Posey. It’s a crappy time for Giants fans right ow.
- Dodger Thoughts (Dodgers) – Dodger Thoughts starts looking forward to 2012—on the hypothetical assumption they can’t turn it around, of course.
- Camden Depot (Orioles) – Jon Shepherd argues the merits of a bone crunching play.
- It’s Pronounced “Lajaway” (Indians) – Stephanie Liscio marvels at the tear Asdrubal Cabrera’s been on.
- Daily Fungo (Tigers) – No update.
- Baseballin’ on a Budget (Athletics) – Holy crap the A’s infield has been bad this season. Dan Hennessey explains.
- Pro Ball NW (Mariners) – Rick Randall wonders what Michael Saunders role is now that Franklin Gutierrez has returned from the DL.
- Baseball Time in Arlington (Rangers) – Alex Ogando is probably the luckiest pitcher alive—for now anyway. Joey explains.
- Ghostrunner on First (Blue Jays) – Does defense matter? Yes. Yes, it does.
- View from the Bleachers (Cubs) – Joe Aiello shares his sports bucket list.
- Redleg Nation (Reds) – May’s been a strange month for the Reds and their fans. By the way, Paul Janish has been atrocious at the plate this month.
- Austin’s Astros 290 Blog (Astros) – Austin rants about Brad Mills starting Carlos Lee at first over Brett Wallace against lefties. I have to admit, I’m as perplexed as he is.
- Disciples of Uecker (Brewers) – Jack Moore explains how the Brewers one run win over the Nationals proves they can contend for the playoffs.
- Blake Street Bulletin (Rockies) – Rich Kurtzman chronicles the return of Carlos Gonzalez’s bat.
- Mets Today (Mets) – Perhaps you heard about this…the Wilpons get a life preserver.
- Ducksnorts (Padres) – The Padres are playing a game of musical outfielders after optioning Will Venable to AAA.
- Nationals Baseball (Nationals) – Harper’s right…waiting is the hardest part.
- Snakes on Jefferson (Diamondbacks) – Tyler explains why the D’Backs improved bullpen is the key to their turnaround.
Tales from around the Baseball Blogosphere:
- Fangraphs – Dave Cameron says it’s time to dump E5; Alex Remington discusses Fred Wilpon’s crazy week; Eno Sarris wonders if it’s time to move on from Dice-K; Joe Pawlikowski marvels at Curtis Granderson’s home run prowess; and Matt Klaassen examines the similarities between Jose Bautista and Ben Zobrist.
- Rob Neyer – Rob asks a couple of great questions this week: (1) is it time for the Padres to bring in the fences, and (2) what’s wrong with Chris Carpenter?
- Joe Posnanski – Joe explains that the unexpected is always expected at Yankee Stadium.
- NBC Hardball Talk – If you don’t read Calcaterra daily, you need to start. The last paragraph symbolizes why I’ve been reading his work almost daily for four years now. Sadly, it’s not far fetched.
- CBS Eye on Baseball – Evan wonders when the Padres will promote Anthony Rizzo.
- Hardball Times – On the flip side, Brad Johnson explains why promoting Anthony Rizzo is a bad idea.
- Splashing Pumpkins – Julian explains what we should expect out of the Giants most recent call-ups. Apropos of nothing, I’m thrilled to see Brandon Belt back in the majors.
- Camden Crazies – Great minds think alike. Daniel Moroz tells us what to expect out of the Orioles most recent call-ups.
- Mike Scioscia’s Tragic Illness – MSTI chronicles the Dodgers ninth inning curse.
- USS Mariner – Dave explains that patience is a virtue. If only Chone Figgins would remember that…
- Beyond the Boxscore – Peter Hjort revisits the Orioles offseason spending spree.
- The Outside Corner – Joe Lucia provides his take on Fred Wilpon’s crazy week.
- DRaysBay – Jason Hanselman shares the ZiPS win total projections for the AL East.
- Chop n’ Change – Mark wonders if we should be worried about Jason Heyward.
- Aaron Gleeman – Aaron examines the Kevin Slowey situation in Minnesota.
- McCovey Chronicles – Grant Brisbee calls for a rule change.
- Dodger Divorce – I missed this one a few weeks ago, but it’s so good I’m linking to it anyway. Josh explains what could happen if Frank McCourt files for bankruptcy.
- Tiger Tales – Lee Panas wonders if it’s time for another Tiger hot streak.
- Rany Jazayerli – Rany discusses a new and improved Royal lineup.
- The Process Report – R.J. Anderson updates us on the Rays playoff chances according to PECOTA.
- Brew Crew Ball – If there’s one thing the Brewers need, it’s another mediocre shortstop.
- Monkey with a Halo – Garrett Wilson looks at the Angels through the prism of UBR.
- Don’t Bring in the Lefty – Lucas Apostoleris analyzes Mike Pineda’s performance using pitch f/x.
- Cubs Stats – No update.