Ben and Sam discuss recent trades and signings, focusing on moves by the Indians, White Sox, and Diamondbacks, Kevin Towers’ changing approach to building a bullpen, and the reliever market.
The Cardinals add even more depth with Mark Ellis, the Indians make an Indians-esque signing with John Axford, and the Pirates bring back Clint Barmes.
Jason Kipnis, Carlos Santana, and Danny Salazar headline a roster whose complementary players could be appealing in deeper formats.
The depth thins out quickly after top prospect Francisco Lindor.
Josh Johnson signs with San Diego, Cleveland adds David Murphy, and the Rangers and Orioles add intriguing righty relievers.
What should the Tigers do to stay on top, and what can their rivals do to catch them?
The Tigers have a new manager, Derek Jeter has a new salary, and the Indians ditch their proven closer.
The Indians have the home field, but they also have a closer controversy, as these teams try to extend their seasons.
Mariano Rivera bids farewell to New York, the Rangers and Indians win wild ones, and Jason Heyward has a big day.
The Indians walk off, Michael Wacha almost makes history, Matt Moore wins a wild one, and more.
The Indians pull off the sweep, the Reds edge Pittsburgh, the Royals take a close one from Texas, and more.
The Indians might find their playoff edge in their putative no. 3 starter
Are the struggles of erstwhile ace Ubaldo Jimenez over?
Reviewing the disappointing seasons of Bubba Starling, Trevor Bauer, Gary Sanchez, Francisco Lindor, and others.
Pennant race updates on the A’s, Indians, and Cardinals, plus the best defensive plays of the weekend and what to watch on Tuesday.
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