[FREE] Talking monthly games, state of the industry and Studs & Duds with Ron Shandler, founder of BaseballHQ.com and the new website Shandler Park ... Runs 46:10

Parker next to go under the knife, Corbin awaits Dr. Andrews, and Jon Niese somehow escapes calamity.

Hunter Pence isn't the smoothest player out there, but do his skills say he'll be a productive OF in 2014? Plus Tony Cingrani, Will Venable, Ian Kennedy, and Jimmy Rollins.

Risk averse owners take heed: Gambling is not only okay late in drafts, it is essential. This week's article explains why and looks at players with skills that merit a roll of the dice.

Barring an injury, Billy Burns won't crack the A's Opening Day roster. But's a likely call-up at some point in 2014, and when he plays, he'll run.

With our draft rapidly approaching, a few quick thoughts on the draft and our strategies towards team construction.

It's an even-numbered year, which means we should expect big things from Alex Rios (OF, TEX), right? Also, Nolsaco, Ackley, Calhoun, Beckham.

Taylor Jordan is one of many young starting pitchers who have a great shot to produce heaps of profit for you in your end game due to their mediocre average draft position.

Which teams might be in line for unexpected contending runs in 2014?

Felix Doubront came into camp in great shape, and his spring numbers have looked good as well. Plus, BAL gets a bit of bad news on Machado; Pineda, Karns, TOR OF.

Points formats reward Ks, not ratios, yielding unique rankings.