Here's a retrospective on the original works we published here at MLBTR last week:
- Tim Dierkes examined which contenders could use an upgrade in left field.
- Tim analyzed the trade candidacy of Cubs first baseman Carlos Pena.
- We launched CloserNews.com!
- If you've wondered what the Pirates and Rays might do if they become sellers, Tim considered that very thing.
- Ben Nicholson-Smith had a look at which trade candidates are playing well.
- This year's trade market has its strengths and weaknesses. Tim broke it down.
- Tim looked at the least likely All-Stars at this year's Midsummer Classic. Here's a look at which agencies had the most All-Stars.
- We identified a handful of players in the offseason who were facing make or break campaigns in 2011. Ben gave an update on them.
- Here's the transcript to Tim's chat with MLBTR readers.
- With Carlos Beltran again on the trade block, Ben recalled what the Royals got for the outfielder when they traded him in 2004.
- Here's how to use MLBTR.
- Ben looked at the Elias rankings for relievers headed to free agency.
- Mike Axisa rounded up some of the best pieces from various baseball blogs. Among the hot topics: Francisco Rodriguez, Derek Holland and James Shields.