Thursday January 1, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 1, 2015

• BaseballAmerica.com offers a closer look at the trade of Manny Banuelos for Dan Carpenter and Chasen Shreve.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #160 Neil Walker.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Houston Astros farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 100 outfielders for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: GradingOntheCurve.com takes a closer look at Ben Lively who is headed to Philadelphia in return for Marlon Byrd.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 30 outfielders for 2015 fantasy baseball.
• Rotoworld.com breaks down possible RBI sleepers for the 2015 season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 100 overall players for 2015.
• FakeTeams.com – All Questions Answered Post

Wednesday December 31, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 31, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the San Diego Padres organization.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #161 Derek Holland, #162 Tanner Roark and #163 John Lackey.
• FakeTeams.com believes Devin Mesoraco may propel himself to the top of the catchers list by the end of 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the San Francisco Giants farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com offers some advice to all of the fantasy baseball league commissioners out there.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes Avisail Garcia will disappoint fantasy owners in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com explains why they believe Shane Victorino will be a fantasy sleeper in 2015.

Tuesday December 30, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 30, 2014

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #164 Howie Kendrick.
• Having gone back to Chicago, FanGraphs.com wonders if Jason Hammel can return to form.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Toronto Blue Jays farm system.
• Razzball.com explains why you need to add Carlos Carrasco to your list of sleepers heading into 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com tries to figure out who Kris Bryant‘s fantasy doppelgänger might be.
• FakeTeams.com wonders if Chris Davis may actually be a high-priced sleeper in 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Joaquin Benoit could be an elite closer in 2015.

Monday December 29, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 29, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Francisco Giants organization.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com names five players they are targeting in 2015 drafts, including Giancarlo Stanton.
• FanGraphs.com discusses the latest injury news from the offseason including updates on Jason Kipnis and Matt Kemp.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the St. Louis Cardinals.
• FantasySports.About.com identifies the six things wrong with rotisserie fantasy baseball leagues.
• TheFantasyFix.com believes post-hype sleeper Travis Snider is worth taking a chance on late in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• Razzball.com explains why Oswaldo Arcia looks like a fantasy sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #165 Ben Zobrist and #166 Jimmy Rollins.
• GradingOntheCurve.com looks at five pitching prospects that could be on the trade block in the New Year.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Carlos Carrasco and hate Doug Fister heading into 2015.
• Despite a down season in 2014, Rotoprofessor.com explains why Gio Gonzalez was not as bad as you may think last season.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com ranks the top 15 prospects in the New York Mets farm system.
• FakeTeams.com reminds you to remember Jake Odorizzi when finalizing your fantasy staff in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com wonders if Carlos Martinez could be the next Carlos Carrasco.

Sunday December 29, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 28, 2014

• RotoBaller.com explains why Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks looks like a sleeper to target in 2015. They feel the same way about Adam LaRoche as well.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Arizona Diamondbacks farm system.
• Razzball.com provides some advice to help you identify the best prospects for your fantasy league.
• FantasyAssembly.com notes that Adam Eaton can only help in one category, thus limiting his fantasy value.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com identifies five players they are avoiding in 2015, including Jose Altuve.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes that it is likely Tony Cingrani will be a fantasy bust again in 2015.

Saturday December 27, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 27, 2014

• FakeTeams.com explains why they believe Michael Pineda is a sleeper worth targeting in fantasy drafts.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: CBSSports.com has released their 2015 projections, by position – C | 1B | 2B | SS | 3B | OF | SP | RP
• FantasyAssembly.com believes Danny Salazar will improve his control in 2015 and therefore will be a player worth targeting in your fantasy draft.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders who Dian Toscano is and whether he has any fantasy upside in Atlanta.

Friday December 26, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 26, 2014

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #167 Torii Hunter.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com believes Jay Bruce has a chance to bounce back after a tough 2014 season.
• FakeTeams.com believes Jonathan Schoop could be undervalued heading into 2015.
• MrFantasyFreak.com identifies some rookies who could enjoy breakout seasons in 2015.
• Rotoworld.com recaps the week’s news, including the Pirates’ pursuit of Jung-Ho Kang, the Justin Upton deal and more in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• FantasyAssembly.com wonders if Japanese League player Kenta Maeda is someone to stash for the future.
• Rotoprofessor.com takes a closer look at the Detroit outfield and wonders if J.D. Martinez can repeat his success in 2015 and who will play center field.
• Razzball.com continues their month-by-month breakdown of the 2014 fantasy season by discussing the top starting pitchers from June 2014.
• FakeTeams.com – All Questions Answered Thread

Thursday December 25, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 25, 2014

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 30 second basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• FantasySports.About.com examines ten key trades from this offseason to determine how they affect fantasy 2015 and beyond.
• FantasyAssembly.com believes Kole Calhoun will continue to improve in 2015, making him a valuable fantasy asset.
• Rotoprofessor.com looks at the players that made the most swings and misses in 2014. Could they see their batting average drop in 2015?

Wednesday December 24, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 24, 2014

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #168 Brett Lawrie, #169 Doug Fister and #170 Kennys Vargas.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Starting with Cuban stars Jorge Soler and Rusney Castillo, CBSSports.com ranks the top 20 outfield prospects, many of whom will spend next summer starring in the Majors.
• FakeTeams.com wonders if Mike Trout should be the #1 overall pick in 2015 fantasy leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Tampa Bay Rays farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com discusses the potential effects of Petco Park on the newest additions to the San Diego Padres.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Washington Nationals organization.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Diego Padres farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the New York Mets organization.

Tuesday December 23, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 23, 2014

• Rotoworld.com identifies some players to avoid in the NL Central, including Joey Votto, Lance Lynn, Josh Harrison and others.
• A lot of things can still change from now until Opening Day, yet DynastySportsEmpire.com takes a look at the projected lineup and rotation for the 2015 Oakland A’s.
• RotoBaller.com believes Travis d’Arnaud is a sleeper heading into the 2015 season.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Nate Eovaldi loses his breakout potential now that he has landed in the AL East.
• Which Phil Hughes will we get in Minnesota after he signed his extension? NumberFire.com offers their thoughts.
• FakeTeams.com wonders how the new offense in San Diego will fare in Petco Park.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Diego Padres farm system.
• Razzball.com identifies the players that have multi-positional eligibility heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #171 Justin Morneau.
• FantasyAssembly.com compares Joc Pederson to some other young outfielders to try to determine what his ceiling is long-term.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 30 first basemen for 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com identifies new Marlins starter Mat Latos as a potential bounce back candidate for 2015.

Monday December 22, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 22, 2014

• TheFantasyFix.com explains why Carlos Carrasco could enjoy a breakout season in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the San Francisco Giants.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings:Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 relief pitchers heading into 2015.
• Razzball.com recaps some of the most recent transactions throughout the Majors and their fantasy effects…most of which involved the San Diego Padres.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #172 Brandon McCarthy and #173 Phil Hughes.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they are loving J.D. Martinez and hating Josh Hamilton heading into 2015.
• Rotoworld.com takes a look at some players coming back from injury and their chances of helping your fantasy team in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Colorado Rockies farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com has released their rankings of the top 100 starting pitchers for 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com believes Gio Gonzalez will bounce back in 2015.
• TheFantasyFix.com previews the NL West from a fantasy perspective, providing projected lineups and rotations for all five teams.
• After being dealt to San Diego, FakeTeams.com wonders if fantasy owners should abandon ship.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Sunday December 21, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 21, 2014

• FakeTeams.com looks at the fantasy effects of the moves made by San Diego to acquire Justin Upton, Derek Norris, and Will Middlebrooks.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Philadelphia Phillies farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Cleveland Indians organization.
• FantasyAssembly.com examines the fantasy value of Manny Machado heading into 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: FakeTeams.com takes a closer look at the prospects heading to San Diego in the Justin Upton trade.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes Steve Pearce will be a bust in 2015.

Saturday December 20, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 20, 2014

• FantasyAssembly.com does not believe Chase Headley should be drafted amongst the top 10 third basemen in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: Rotoprofessor.com believes J.T. Realmuto is going to be the catcher of the future for the Miami Marlins and could contribute as soon at 2015.
• BaseballAmerica.com looks at the trade that sent Will Middlebrooks to San Diegoin return for Ryan Hanigan.

Friday December 19, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 19, 2014

• MiLB Prospect News: MinorLeagueBall.com looks at the trade that sent Ross Detwiler to Texas in return for Chris Bostick and Abel De Los Santos.
• MiLB Prospect News: FanGraphs.com looks at some of the prospects dealt to Atlanta in exchange for Justin Upton.
• RotoExperts.com looks at the fantasy fallout from the Winter Meetings transactions.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Washington Nationals.
• RotoBaller.com suggests you include Gregory Polanco as a potential sleeper for 2015.
• FanGraphs.com believes Alfredo Simon will be better than you think in the American League.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #174 Andrew Cashner, #175 Oswaldo Arcia and #176 Brian McCann.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Washington Nationals farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com completes their rankings of the top 15 prospects in the Detroit Tigers organization.
• BaseballAmerica.com breaks down the trade that sent Derek Norris to the San Diego Padres.
• Will 2015 be the season Sonny Gray breaks out for fantasy owners and the Oakland A’s? Rotoprofessor.com does not think that is very likely.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 200 overall players dynasty/keeper leagues.
• After throwing only 126 innings in 2014, FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com wonders what 2015 has in store for Anibal Sanchez.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: CBSSports.com ranks the top 10 fantasy shortstop prospects for long-term dynasty leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Dodgers farm system.
• Razzball.com declares Kennys Vargas a fantasy sleeper heading into 2015.

Thursday December 18, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 18, 2014

• FakeTeams.com offers their thoughts on the fantasy effects of the three-team trade between Tampa Bay, Washington, and San Diego.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #177 Jose Quintana and #178 Jake Odorizzi.
• MinorLeagueBall.com examines the trade that sent Alfredo Simon to Detroit in exchange for Jonathan Crawford and Eugenio Suarez.
• Razzball.com provides their unique take on the fantasy ramifications of a number of recent moves including Tuesday’s trade of Wil Myers.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders what fantasy owners should expect from Josh Harrison in 2015 after a breakout 2014 season.
• FantasyAssembly.com digs a little deeper in search of lesser-known prospects that could produce for fantasy owners in 2015.

Wednesday December 17, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 17, 2014

• MinorLeagueBall.com examines the eight player, three-team swap between Miami, Dodgers, and Angels.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Chicago White Sox.
• BaseballAmerica.com examines the trade sending Justin Ruggiano from Chicago to Seattle in exchange for Matt Brazis.
• TheDynastyGuru.com sees similarities between Rubby de la Rosa and Wade Davis.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the New York Mets organization.
• FantasySports.About.com looks at the fantasy effects of the signings and trades to this point in the offseason.
• Now that he has signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Brett Anderson will be able to stay healthy.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #179 Devin Mesoraco, #180 Trevor Rosenthal and #181 Desmond Jennings.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com foresees a bounce back season from Mike Minor in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Oakland A’s farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com warns fantasy owners not to believe the hype surrounding Steve Pearce.

Tuesday December 16, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 16, 2014

• BaseballAmerica.com examines the trade sending Matt Joyce to Los Angeles for Kevin Jepsen.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the New York Mets farm system.
• NumberFire.com looks at how the Chase Headley signing affects Alex Rodriguez and the New York Yankees.
• Is Jose Quintana a stud or dud heading into 2015?  FanGraphs.com offers their thoughts.
• TheDynastyGuru.com believes Kevin Gausman could be a breakout ace in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Colorado Rockies farm system.
• FanGraphs.com looks at the pitchers that gave up the least amount of solid contact in 2014.
• Razzball.com explains why C.J. Cron is a fantasy sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #182 Josh Hamilton, #183 Wil Myers and #184 Adam Eaton.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders who should be the closer in Houston, Chad Qualls, Luke Gregerson, Pat Neshek, or another.
• FakeTeams.com looks at the players that joined the Boston Red Sox this offseason and the corresponding fantasy effects.
• Rotoworld.com identifies some players to avoid in the National League East, including David Wright, Wilson Ramos, Nick Markakis and more.
•  BaseballProf.com Profcast – Winter Meetings
•  FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper & the Bust
•  CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – Signings & Trades

Monday December 15, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 15, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Miami Marlins farm system.
• DynastySportsEmpire.com looks at the top 10 Contact% hitters from 2014.
• FanGraphs.com examines some of the offseason injuries and their potential fantasy ramifications.
• RotoBaller.com explains why Drew Hutchison should be on your fantasy radar heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Oakland A’s.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #186 Marlon Byrd and #187 Willin Rosario.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Philadelphia Phillies farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com is loving Jake Arrieta but hating Sonny Gray as we get closer to 2015 fantasy.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders which new Boston starter has the most fantasy appeal heading into 2015.
• FanGraphs.com notes that Jordan Zimmermann is far more valuable now that he is striking batters out.
• Now that the Winter Meetings are behind us, SportingNews.com looks at how the latest transactions will affect fantasy value in 2015 and beyond.
• Razzball.com explains why Kolten Wong could be a nice fantasy sleeper in 2015.
• TheDynastyGuru.com believes fantasy owners need to trade Danny Duffy right now.
• How good is A.J. Pollock?  FakeTeams.com believes he is a solid third outfielder in most fantasy leagues heading into 2015.

Sunday December 14, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 14, 2014

• ESPN.com highlights players who gained and lost the most value after the winter meetings deals.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why Tanner Roark is going to regress in 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com previews the 2015 Toronto Blue Jays and believes their offense will be explosive.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Texas Rangers farm system.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com wonders whether Luke Gregerson or Pat Neshek will close in Houston.

Saturday December 13, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 13, 2014

• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com looks at a few stagnant hitting prospects, such as Albert Almora and Matt Davidson, and offers advice to fantasy owners on how to handle them.
• Is Marcus Semien fantasy relevant in Oakland? FantasyAssembly.com takes a closer look at the fantasy appeal of the middle infielder.
• Razzball.com wonders which Cuban defector is the best fantasy option long-term, Rusney Castillo or Yasmany Tomas.
• BaseballAmerica.com looks at all the pieces involved in the trade between Washington and Texas that sent Ross Detwiler to the Rangers.
• TheDynastyGuru.com identifies some of the best hitters over the age of 35 that could be acquired on the cheap in dynasty leagues.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com wonders how Matt Kemp will perform in San Diego for fantasy owners.
• Has Alex Rios lost his fantasy appeal?  Rotoprofessor.com offers their thoughts.

Friday December 12, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 12, 2014

• Now that the trade is official, BaseballAmerica.com examines the deal between Arizona and Boston.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Colorado Rockies.
• TheFantasyFix.com breaks down the Yoenis Cespedes for Rick Porcello trade from a fantasy perspective.
• FantasyAssembly.com makes a case for using OBP, not batting average, in your roto league.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Miami Marlins farm system.
• NumberFire.com discusses the trade between the two Los Angeles teams, swapping Howie Kendrick for Andrew Heaney.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if there is any fantasy appeal in the package sent to Oakland in exchange for Jeff Samardzija.
• Razzball.com offers their unique take on the Winter Meetings transactions including thoughts on the trade between Los Angeles and San Diego.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #188 Jered Weaver, #189 Ian Kennedy and #190 Travis d’Arnaud.
• Rotoworld.com recaps a busy Day Four of the MLB Winter Meetings.
• A lot of things can still change from now until Opening Day, yet DynastySportsEmpire.com takes a look at the projected lineup and rotation for the 2015 Houston Astros.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com recaps a busy Winter Meetings from a fantasy perspective.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Arizona Diamondbacks farm system.
• FanGraphs.com takes a quick look at which players gained and lost fantasy value following the Winter Meetings.
• Even more on the aftermath of the Winter Meetings, this time from TheFantasyFix.com.

Thursday December 11, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 11, 2014

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: ESPN.com updates their top 250 overall and positional rankings following the flurry of moves at the Winter Meetings.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates system based on potential 2015 contributions.
• BaseballAmerica.com examines the trade that landed Josh Rutledge for the Los Angeles Angels.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #191 Francisco Liriano, #192 Jonathan Papelbon and #193 Kevin Gausman.
• Razzball.com offers their unique take on a number of moves made at the Winter Meetings including the signing of Jon Lester and trade of Dee Gordon.
• Rotoworld.com recaps Day Three of the MLB Winter Meetings, which was dominated by the Dodgers.
• Rotoprofessor.com looks at how the fantasy landscape changed yesterday after all the second basemen changed teams.
• FakeTeams.com discusses the bevy of moves made by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday from a fantasy perspective.
• DynastySportsEmpire.com projects 15 wins and a sub-3.00 ERA for Jon Lester in 2015 for the Chicago Cubs.

Wednesday November 10, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 10, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: RotoExperts.com continues their top 50 fantasy prospects for 2015 with #31-40.
• TheFantasyFix.com examines the fantasy ramifications of the Chicago – Oakland trade.
• USAToday.com examines the fantasy impact of Jon Lester signing with the Chicago Cubs.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Atlanta Braves organization.
• Rotoworld.com recaps Day Two of the MLB Winter Meetings, which began with two major trades and ended with the Cubs signing Jon Lester.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Chicago White Sox farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #194 Glenn Perkins, #195 A.J. Pollock and #196 Michael Wacha.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Mike Zunino will finally put it together for a breakout season in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Atlanta Braves organization.
• FanGraphs.com wonders how Jeff Samardzija will pitch in his new home on the South Side.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Baltimore Orioles farm system.
•  FanGraphs.com Podcast – The Sleeper and the Bust
•  CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – Offseason moves

Tuesday December 9, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 9, 2014

• After a trade to Oakland, FakeTeams.com believes Marcus Semien has become fantasy relevant.
• USAToday.com looks at the two pitchers acquired by the Chicago White Sox, Jeff Samardzija and David Robertson.
• BaseballAmerica.com examines the trade that sent Miguel Montero to Chicago in exchange for a pair of Minor League pitchers.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: CBSSports.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospect third basemen for the 2015 season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #197 Michael Pineda, #198 Jhonny Peralta and #199 Michael Cuddyer.
• MinorLeagueBall.com provides their thoughts on the swap of Brandon Moss and Joe Wendle.
• Rotoworld.com examines some players from the American League West whose arrows are pointing up for the 2015 fantasy season.
• FanGraphs.com wonders if Jake Odorizzi can build on his successful 2014 season.
• NumberFire.com breaks down the Brandon Moss – Joe Wendle trade from a fantasy perspective.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com ranks the top 15 prospects in the Los Angeles Angels organization.
• FakeTeams.com looks back at the unluckiest hitters from the 2014 season.  Are better days ahead?
• Rotoworld.com recaps an eventful first day of the Winter Meetings, including David Robertson, Jeff Samardzija, Brandon Moss and more.
• Razzball.com reacts to some of the recent transactions throughout the Majors including the Jeff Samardzija trade, signings of Andrew Miller and Jason Hammel, and much more.
• A lot of things can still change from now until Opening Day, yet DynastySportsEmpire.com takes a look at the projected lineup and rotation for the 2015 Los Angeles Angels.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Toronto Blue Jays and Arizona Diamondbacks farm systems, respectively.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders how Brandon Moss should be valued by fantasy owners in Cleveland.
•  BaseballAmerica.com Podcast – Winter Meetings

Monday December 8, 2014 – Baseball LInks

by Goose | Dec 8, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Angels farm system.
• MinorLeagueBall.com examines the three way trade between New York Arizona, and Detroit.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com kicks off their top 200 player ranking countdown with #200 Joe Mauer.
• Razzball.com explains why recently traded Michael Saunders enters 2015 as a fantasy sleeper.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com identifies Oakland first base prospect Matt Olson as someone flying under the radar to target in dynasty leagues in 2015.
• Despite a rough 2014 season, FakeTeams.com believes you should draft Bryce Harper with confidence in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 shortstops heading into the 2015 fantasy season.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love George Springer but hate Bryce Harper heading into the 2015 season.
• FanGraphs.com explains why Jacob de Grom is the real deal and not just a one-year wonder.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the New York Yankees farm system.

Sunday December 7, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 7, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Chicago Cubs farm system.
• Razzball.com checks in with a few youngsters playing in the Dominican Winter League including Arismendy Alcantara an Rougned Odor.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if fantasy owners should invest in Russell Martin this season.
• FantasyAssembly.com examines all 30 closer situations at this point in the offseason.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com looks at some hitting prospects that may be worth targeting in your deep league drafts in 2015.

Saturday December 6, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 6, 2014

• TheDynastyGuru.com explains why Steve Pearce will be a fantasy bargain heading into 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Dariel Alvarez could make a fantasy impact in 2015.
• Despite not being lined up to close in 2015, FantasyAssembly.com believes Dellin Betances is a great addition to any fantasy bullpen.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com uses Ben Revere as an example to why you do not need to pay a premium for steals in your fantasy league.

Friday December 5, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 5, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Seattle Mariners organization.
• Razzball.com discusses the fantasy ramifications of some recent moves including thoughts on the signing of Nelson Cruz in Seattle.
• Rotoworld.com examines some players from the American League Central whose arrows are pointing up for the 2015 fantasy season.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361 ranks the top 10 prospects in the Tampa Bay Rays farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 relief pitchers for the upcoming fantasy season.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Miami Marlins.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Torii Hunter is still fantasy relevant now that he has signed with the Minnesota Twins.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects in the Milwaukee Brewers system based on potential 2015 contributions.
• BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Toronto Blue Jays organization.

Thursday December 4, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 4, 2014

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects in the Cincinnati Reds system based on potential 2015 contributions.
• NumberFire.com breaks down the J.A Happ for Michael Saunders trade.
• BaseballProf.com suggests fantasy owners know these five International players before 2015 fantasy starts.
• Razzball.com explains why Jedd Gyorko should be considered a fantasy sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the St. Louis Cardinals farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com has released their relief pitcher prospect grid valuing ceiling and proximity to the Majors.
• ESPN.com says that Josh Donaldson‘s upside is even higher now after being dealt to the Blue Jays.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Nelson Cruz can match his 2014 success in Seattle.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Wednesday December 3, 2014 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Dec 3, 2014

• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Tampa Bay Rays.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Oakland A’s organization.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: There are so many young second base options starting with Devon Travis and Dilson Herrera, but CBSSports.com says there is more quantity than elite quality as they rank the top 10 prospects at second base.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Philadelphia Phillies farm system.
• FanGraphs.com believes Drew Hutchison could be a breakout candidate heading into 2015.
• Rotoworld.com evaluates potential batting average hitting sleepers for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Tampa Bay Rays organization.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders which reliever will convert the most saves for the New York Mets in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com wonders if fantasy owners can trust Scott Kazmir heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 80 outfielders for 2015.