Five positions on NL contending teams where playing time is still up for grabs this spring.
The Astros aren’t great now, but once upon a time, Jimmy Wynn, Jose Cruz, and Cesar Cedeno made them look respectable. Also, a look at what would have been written in BP Annuals of the ’60s and ’70s.
Michael Bourn finally signs, Drew Stubbs could be on the move, and Jordan Zimmermann and the Nationals are moving closer to a one-year deal.
Will the BP arbitration panel reward Martin Prado’s positional versatility with a sizeable raise?
Felix Hernandez’s megadeal might be off the table, but Michael Bourn is still attempting to woo someone toward his table.
Running through the notable quotes of the week that was.
Is one season of 50-plus saves enough to make the panel pay Johnson like an elite late-inning arm?
Jon Garland is garnering interest, and the Dodgers would like to extend Clayton Kershaw.
The Tar Heels have compiled a solid array of talent for the 2013 season.
Will the BP arbitration panel show Max Scherzer the money after his career year?
As spring training camps prepare to open, a few headlines are sure to circulate. Our resident beat writer also checks in on the Cardinals’ rotation and Matt Wieters.
The Rangers could use prospects outside of their natural positions in 2013, and the Mets are still interested in Michael Bourn.
How much fake money will the Reds’ new center fielder and leadoff hitter be awarded in his hearing at BP?
Chris Carpenter’s season is over before it had a chance to begin thanks to a thoracic outlet syndrome flare-up.
With spring training around the corner, the BP staff takes a look at intriguing non-roster invitees.
The Astros might not be done dealing, and the Indians could look in on Michael Bourn.