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Los Angeles Dodgers Top 51 Prospects
Despite their tendency to make at least one blockbuster trade every year that involves a couple of premium prospects, the Dodgers once again have one of the better farm systems in baseball.
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D-D-Don't Stop the Pete
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It's Been a Very Good Year for Aaron Judge
Judge's 2024 season was one for the ages in its own right, but what he's done over the past calendar year — digging out of an early slump and then rocketing to an incredibly hot start this season — deserves a closer look.
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Several interesting tidbits about mid-tier players from Jeff
Starting Pitcher Chart – April 25th, 2025
Mix of aces and fives, creating that dynamic where we could have some absolute gem performances and plenty of offense!
Big Kid Adds (Week 4)
If you were looking for starters this week, you were SOL.
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"Besting" the 2024 White Sox
Can the 2025 Rockies catch last year's White Sox? Could the Sox do it again?
ChatRosterResource Chat - 4/25/25
Jason Martinez and Jon Becker answer questions related to rosters, playing time, bullpen usage, minor leaguers, payroll, and more.
Francisco Lindor and the Mets Have Gone Streaking
The Mets are off to their best start in nearly 40 years after their star shortstop powered sweeps of the Cardinals and Phillies.
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Los Angeles Dodgers Top 51 Prospects
Despite their tendency to make at least one blockbuster trade every year that involves a couple of premium prospects, the Dodgers once again have one of the better farm systems in baseball. Five Things I Liked (Or Didn't Like) This Week, April 25
Weird aces, unlikely thieves, and sublime bluffs: It's an inadvertently poker-themed edition of Five Things.D-D-Don't Stop the Pete
What if he becomes Pete Crow-Bat Strong?It's Been a Very Good Year for Aaron Judge
Judge's 2024 season was one for the ages in its own right, but what he's done over the past calendar year — digging out of an early slump and then rocketing to an incredibly hot start this season — deserves a closer look.
Alex Bregman Solved Bryce Miller
The Mariners righty had dominated the Red Sox third baseman in their previous matchups, but Bregman finally got to him Tuesday night at Fenway Park.
ChatDan Szymborski FanGraphs Chat – 4/24/25
Szym is back from vacation and has lots of "April" replies stockpiled.
Rob Thomson Trusts Joe Ross
Sometimes you have to face your demons.
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NPB data can now be found on the site's players pages and leaderboards. Plus, an update on park adjustments.
The Biggest Cedric Mullins Yet
The diminutive speedster is hitting like a giant in his walk year, and could earn a contract to match.
Marcus Semien Tries to Shake a Season-Opening Slump
The All-Star second baseman had a big night on Tuesday, but he has been one of the majors' least productive regulars thus far.
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Ottoneu Starting Pitching Planner: April 28–May 4
Ottoneu Starting Pitcher sit/start recommendations for the week of April 28–May 4.Starting Pitcher Chart – April 25th, 2025
Mix of aces and fives, creating that dynamic where we could have some absolute gem performances and plenty of offense!Mining the News and Other Things
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The Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1406 – Hot Streak or New Peak
Paul, Justin, and Joe get together some blazing hot hitters and decide if this just a fast start or something more tangible to buy into the rest of the way
Hi, I Strikeout Opposite Handed Hitters Now
A look at the pitchers showing declines and gains in K% against opposite handed hitters.
Starting Pitcher Chart – April 24th, 2025
Plenty of options for every league size despite the shortened Thursday slateBig Kid Adds (Week 4)
If you were looking for starters this week, you were SOL.
ChatPaul Sporer's Baseball Chat - April 23rd, 2025
Transcript is now available, thanks for coming out!
Roto Riteup: April 23, 2025
News, notes and streaming pitchers to get you through the day!
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Top Prospects
AL
| BAL | CHW | ATH |
| BOS | CLE | HOU |
| NYY | DET | LAA |
| TBR | KCR | SEA |
| TOR | MIN | TEX |
NL
| ATL | CHC | ARI |
| MIA | CIN | COL |
| NYM | MIL | LAD |
| PHI | PIT | SDP |
| WSN | STL | SFG |
ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
| Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
| Mon | 12 PM | Justin Mason |
| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
| Tue | 12 PM | Jay Jaffe |
| Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
| Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
| Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
| Fri | 2 PM | RosterResource |
Top Prospects
AL
| BAL | CHW | ATH |
| BOS | CLE | HOU |
| NYY | DET | LAA |
| TBR | KCR | SEA |
| TOR | MIN | TEX |
NL
| ATL | CHC | ARI |
| MIA | CIN | COL |
| NYM | MIL | LAD |
| PHI | PIT | SDP |
| WSN | STL | SFG |
ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
| Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
| Mon | 12 PM | Justin Mason |
| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
| Tue | 12 PM | Jay Jaffe |
| Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
| Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
| Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
| Fri | 2 PM | RosterResource |
Podcasts
Leaders
WAR
wRC+
wOBA
WPA
| 1.Aaron Judge | 2.5 |
| 2.Corbin Carroll | 2.0 |
| 3.Pete Crow-Armstrong | 1.9 |
| 4.Fernando Tatis Jr. | 1.7 |
| 5.Kyle Tucker | 1.6 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.MacKenzie Gore | 1.3 |
| 2.Logan Webb | 1.3 |
| 3.Chris Bassitt | 1.3 |
| 4.Garrett Crochet | 1.3 |
| 5.Jesus Luzardo | 1.3 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Matt Strahm | 0.7 |
| 2.Josh Hader | 0.6 |
| 3.Robert Suarez | 0.6 |
| 4.Randy Rodriguez | 0.6 |
| 5.Mason Miller | 0.5 |
