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The Gospel of Juan Soto
Soto has always worked miracles. Now he’s working better miracles.
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Oakland Athletics Top 32 Prospects
Oakland's recent rebuild trades haven't gone especially well, contributing to a system that's in rough shape.
Ben Clemens FanGraphs Chat - 5/6/24
May the sixth be with you. Wait, no, that one doesn't work? Let's talk about it - and baseball while we're at it.
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Big Kid Adds (Week 6)
Several rookie hitters and a desolate starting pitcher market.
Roto Riteup: May 7, 2024
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Starting Pitcher Chart – May 7th, 2024
Plenty of frontline starters populating Tuesday's board
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The Guardians Lose Hot-Hitting Steven Kwan
The absence of the leader in the American League batting race has opened the door for prospect Kyle Manzardo.FanGraphs Power Rankings: April 29–May 5
They're a day late, but there's a new leader on top of the FanGraphs Power Rankings.A Deeper Dive Into Pitcher Usage Trends
I dove into a few theories that might explain, or at least illuminate, the change in pitcher usage over the past decade plus.The Gospel of Juan Soto
Soto has always worked miracles. Now he’s working better miracles.Starting Pitchers Streak Has Carried the Mariners to First Place
Low offense has been the name of the game for the Mariners, particularly in Seattle.- Chat
Ben Clemens FanGraphs Chat - 5/6/24
May the sixth be with you. Wait, no, that one doesn't work? Let's talk about it - and baseball while we're at it. - Trade
Another Hitter for Their Collection: Padres Acquire Luis Arraez
The Padres are always acquiring good players for a slew of prospects you've never heard of, and the Marlins are back to building for the future. What happens when an irresistible force meets a movable object? A trade. - Prospects
Oakland Athletics Top 32 Prospects
Oakland's recent rebuild trades haven't gone especially well, contributing to a system that's in rough shape. Pinch-Hitting Is on the Rise in the Age of the Universal DH
Pinch-hitting rates in games with the designated hitter have risen in every season of the universal DH era.Telling the Story of a Walk-Off Homer
John DeMarsico, director of SNY's Mets broadcasts, explains why and when he made each cut during the thrilling conclusion to Sunday's game.Top of the Order: Who Should the Marlins Trade Next?
After trading Luis Arraez, the Marlins are open for business. Also, Alek Manoah finally returned to a big league mound.Sunday Notes: Kyle Harrison's Repertoire is Coming Along Well
Plus Craig Counsell banter, the 1935 Pittsburgh Crawfords, Bob Melvin meets Yaz, Les Cain's legacy, facts and stats galore, and more.Bryce Harper Is Getting Comfortable With First Base
The Phillies star has sound fundamentals at his new position despite his lack of experience.The Orioles Are Running Out of Lineup Spots
Baltimore has a young offense that’s approaching historically significant levels of awesomeness, and more talent is on the way.Five Things I Liked (Or Didn't Like) This Week, May 3
From the thrill of victory to the agony of getting defeated over and over again, this week was full of exciting and delightful plays.
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Starting Pitcher Chart – May 8th, 2024
Definitely some potential pitfalls on the boardBig Kid Adds (Week 6)
Several rookie hitters and a desolate starting pitcher market.Starting Pitcher Chart – May 7th, 2024
Plenty of frontline starters populating Tuesday's boardPitcher Ground Ball% Changes -- May 7, 2024
Whose GB% has changed most?Roto Riteup: May 7, 2024
News, notes and streaming pitchers to start your day off Rite!The Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1293 – Superstar Breakout or Fast Start - Pitcher Edition?
Paul and Justin discuss whether some of the best pitchers thus far are worth selling high or holding for the rideHitter Fly Ball% Decliners -- May 6, 2024
Where'd the fly balls go?!Starting Pitcher Chart – May 6th, 2024
Plus a ranking of all the 2-start pitchers for the week
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How Does Seiya Suzuki Stack Up?
Comparing the Japanese slugger to other recent players to arrive from NPB.The Last Solo Umpire
In 1923, an umpire had to call a game by himself for the last time in MLB history.What Makes a Good Four-Seamer Good?
A fine look at which parts of the four-seam fastball are most important to success.
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2024 Top 100 Prospects
Eric Longenhagen and Tess Taruskin present their 2024 Top 100 list, with reports for each player. 2024 Top 50 MLB Free Agents
The most significant players to hit the open market this offseason, as compiled by Ben Clemens and the FanGraphs staff.- Prospects
2023 Top 100 Prospects
Eric Longenhagen and Tess Taruskin present their 2023 Top 100 list, with reports for each player. 2023 Top 50 Free Agents
The most significant players to hit the open market this offseason, as compiled by Ben Clemens and the FanGraphs staff.- Prospects
2022 Top 100 Prospects
The FanGraphs prospect team presents their 2022 top 100 list, with reports for each player.
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2024 FanGraphs WAR Update
Today's changes complete the move from UZR to the full suite of Statcast equivalent metrics in FanGraphs WAR. - Site News
FanGraphs Spotlight: Pitch Type Splits
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FanGraphs Spotlight: Positional Splits
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Top Prospects
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2024 Preseason Top 100ZiPS Projections
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Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
Mon | 1 PM | Justin Mason |
Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
Tue | 2 PM | Jay Jaffe |
Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Top Prospects
* Imminent Big Leaguers article. All orgs will receive a full list.
2024 Preseason Top 100ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
Mon | 1 PM | Justin Mason |
Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
Tue | 2 PM | Jay Jaffe |
Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Podcasts
Leaders
WAR
wRC+
wOBA
WPA
1.Mookie Betts | 3.0 |
2.Shohei Ohtani | 2.7 |
3.Bobby Witt Jr. | 2.3 |
4.Juan Soto | 2.2 |
5.Gunnar Henderson | 2.1 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
1.Zack Wheeler | 1.8 |
2.Tanner Houck | 1.6 |
3.Tyler Glasnow | 1.5 |
4.Tarik Skubal | 1.5 |
5.Kutter Crawford | 1.5 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
1.Mason Miller | 1.1 |
2.Hunter Harvey | 0.9 |
3.Jeff Hoffman | 0.9 |
4.Emmanuel Clase | 0.8 |
5.Clay Holmes | 0.8 |