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'NBA teams have been tracking this kind of stuff for years': Why load management is MLB's next big thing
Front offices are measuring what players do on the field like never before. Here's how it could rock baseball.
What we learned from MLB’s new bat-tracking numbers
MLB's latest metric is here, measuring what hitters really do with the bat in their hands.
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Cubs get walk-off win on a close play at the plate
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Big bets, small victories -- and a little luck: How the Braves have built a model MLB franchise
Atlanta has trusted its process instead of spending its way to success. Here's how the Braves' formula has created a potential dynasty.
Luis Arráez is following in Tony Gwynn's footsteps
The two-time batting champ is on Mr. Padre's former team, having been compared to the late Hall of Famer.
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MLB Power Rankings: The AL and NL Central are rising -- which teams are in our top 10?
While some of the usual players dominate our list, five of our top teams this week are from two unexpected divisions.
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Fantasy Baseball Forecaster: Lineup advice for Week 9
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our forecaster preview, which features pitcher rankings, hitter ratings, schedule observations and more.
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Pittsburgh's Edward Olivares hits a foul ball off of Chicago reliever Hector Neris in the 9th inning, and a fan makes a barehanded catch while holding a child with his other arm.
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Jonny DeLuca's HR gives the Rays a late lead
Jonny DeLuca gives the Rays a 5-4 lead after hitting a 2-run home run vs. the Blue Jays.
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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Sunday's MLB games
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set fantasy baseball lineups for Sunday, May 19.
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