Prospectus Hit and Run

Prospectus Hit and Run: Big Fish Story

Has the stage been set for another Miami miracle?

Checking in on the players who are sabotaging contenders, while there's still time for something to be done.

Adding together win expectations generated by starters and relievers, which staffs are getting the mostest from their moundsmen?

Examining a strange love for early-season results.

Marvin Miller wants no part of an invitation to Cooperstown.

The glory of the Dodgers in the '60s, followed by an inglorious Padres period and putting the Angels on the map.

A look back at the career of one of the game's great executives.

Among active players, who's helping themselves, and whose cases are a bit more problematic?

Sorry tales of woes on the mound, in the present, the recent past, and a solid chunk of our lifetimes.

Dissecting how much difference an improved defense can make for Tampa Bay makes for some reservations over the Rays' chances.

Who's been really delivering high-leverage set-up work, and what does that mean for the Yankees prospect?

Has the perceived decrease in foul territory brought by the new stadium boom contributed to the surge in home runs over the past two decades?

Cork and rubber, not HGH and steroids, might be responsible for baseball's home run increases, which certainly aren't due to smaller park dimensions.

Roger Clemens didn't do himself any favors on Capitol Hill, despite his intentions.

The Mets' big move creates the question: Where does a Pedro/Johan pairing rank all-time?

A brief rundown of some recent things on Jay's mind, including Jim Rice, David Justice, and the Brewers' infield defense.