By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
There are lots of starting pitchers for interested teams to consider and lots of interested teams considering starting pitching. Let's set all salaries aside for a moment and talk about pitching ability alone.
Which potentially available starter would you want to see in your favorite team's rotation?
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By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
The top four NL West teams are within four games of each other. The Padres could use a bat, and they may need an arm, since they're hesitant to push their young starters too hard. The Rockies (2.0 games back) are hanging around, even with Troy Tulowitzki on the DL, but they could add an infielder. The Dodgers (2.0 games back) aren't going anywhere, though they could use some pitching. And the Giants (4.0 games back) have pitching, but they wouldn't mind adding a big bat before July 31st.
Considering each team's needs, their ability to make a deal and the standings, let's tackle a tough question:
Which NL West team is best-positioned to win the division?
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By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
The Braves and Blue Jays swapped shortstops today and it's time for you to weigh in. We've heard from the experts, but what do you think? The Blue Jays sold high on Alex Gonzalez for a player with star potential. Does that make them winners? The Braves acquired the player who leads MLB shortstops in homers for someone who has had his ups and downs in Atlanta. Does that make them winners? Maybe one of the minor leaguers will be the difference-maker. Let's see what you think:
Considering the short-term and the long-term, which team won the Alex Gonzalez–Yunel Escobar swap?
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By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
About 14% of MLBTR readers correctly predicted that David Ortiz would win the Home Run Derby. Today's question is a little simpler. Will the AL continue its dominance? Will the NL win for the first time since 1996? You tell us:
Who will win the 2010 All-Star Game?
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By Tim Dierkes | at
Tonight's Home Run Derby features five first-timers: Corey Hart, Chris Young, Nick Swisher, Hanley Ramirez, and Vernon Wells. Miguel Cabrera, Matt Holliday, and David Ortiz will also compete. Today's poll question:
Who will win the Home Run Derby?
By Luke Adams 2 | at
The Indians got a head start on trading season last month, when they dealt Russell Branyan to the Mariners. However, that may not be the last move the Indians make before July 31st, as trade rumors have continued to follow a handful of their veterans. Today's poll question:
Who will the Indians trade next?
By Mike Axisa | at
The trade deadline is exactly three weeks away now, and it's entirely possible that yesterday's Cliff Lee blockbuster is the deal that starts the chain reaction. We know there are 30 teams out there looking for upgrades, but some have their eyes on stars while others are looking for role players or prospects.
Who will be the next player to be traded?
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By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
We asked this a month ago, but given everything that has happened today, I'd say this question is worth asking a second time. It's a simple one:
Which team will acquire Cliff Lee?
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By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
After voting on the best free agents deals for hitters and pitchers, it's time to combine the top vote getters from each poll and determine the best free agent signing of all. This week's results suggest Vladimir Guerrero and Andy Pettitte are the favorites, but let's see how the voting turns out.
Which free agent signing has worked out best in 2010?
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By Ben Nicholson-Smith | at
Andy Pettitte, Jose Valverde and Joaquin Benoit are some of the pitchers who have turned in fantastic first halves after signing free agent deals over the winter. Yesterday we determined that our readers believe Vladimir Guerrero was the best hitter signed last winter. Today, let's turn our focus to the mound:
Which of the free agent pitchers signed last winter has performed best in 2010?
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