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Lucas Duda (OF, NYM), who had collected just nine hits along with 23 strikeouts in his last 65 at-bats, was sent down to Triple-A Buffalo. After putting up a solid 134 PX and 81% contact rate last season, Duda's production has dropped significantly thus far in 2012. Duda's PX has dipped to 104, and his contact rate has fallen to 69%, leading to his .241 batting average. He has particularly struggled against left-handed pitching, as he has hit just .225/.275/.324 in 111 at-bats.
Jul 24 2012 11:05pm
Jul 24 2012 11:05pm
With a power surge in the second half of 2011, Billy Butler (DH, KC) was on many breakout lists going into this season. Sure enough, with over two months left, he’s close to matching his career high in HRs.
Jul 24 2012 11:04pm
Jul 24 2012 11:04pm
Nothing changes teams fortunes more than deadline deals involving closers. Who might move?
Jul 24 2012 11:03pm
Jul 24 2012 11:03pm
The MLB trade deadline can be a scary time for owners in AL- or NL-only leagues. But that creates opportunities, as well.
Jul 24 2012 11:02pm
Jul 24 2012 11:02pm
Ichiro Suzuki is about to find out whether there's life after SEA. Colby Lewis is done for the season, Erick Aybar is on the shelf indefinitely, while trade rumors are now coming fast and furious ...
Jul 23 2012 11:05pm
Jul 23 2012 11:05pm
It might be difficult to remember that just four months ago, Ryan Braun's (OF, MIL) 2012 season was a great unknown. Though he had a history of stable and elite skills, his performance level was stained (legitimately or not) by a PED allegation. How would this roto-god respond on the field?
Jul 23 2012 11:04pm
Jul 23 2012 11:04pm
Five batters, including Robinson Cano (pictured) are whacking more line drives than other players but getting fewer hits.
Jul 23 2012 11:03pm
Jul 23 2012 11:03pm
Even while shuttling between AAA and MLB part-time play in 2011, Trevor Plouffe was hinting at better production to come. Now is the best time for rebuilders to look for 2013 help -- and we have both tips and ideas.
Jul 23 2012 11:02pm
Jul 23 2012 11:02pm
Two AL teams in the playoff chase which have struggled since the All-Star break are hopeful of starting rotation boosts as Dan Haren (RHP, LAA) and Gavin Floyd (RHP, CHW) return. Haren was activated from the 15-day DL to start Sunday, while Floyd will be activated to pitch Monday.
Jul 22 2012 11:06pm
Jul 22 2012 11:06pm
Many pitchers continue to try, but the only thing capable of shutting Dustin Pedroia (2B, BOS) down apparently is injury. Pedroia remains one of the AL's top second basemen, but his struggle with a thumb injury this season has cut into his production significantly...
Jul 22 2012 11:05pm
Jul 22 2012 11:05pm
Rick Porcello (RHP, DET) now owns a higher average fastball velocity than Felix Hernandez (RHP, SEA).
Jul 22 2012 11:04pm
Jul 22 2012 11:04pm
Lucas Duda (OF, NYM), who had collected just nine hits along with 23 strikeouts in his last 65 at-bats, was sent down to Triple-A Buffalo. After putting up a solid 134 PX and 81% contact rate last season, Duda's production has dropped significantly thus far in 2012. Duda's PX has dipped to 104, and his contact rate has fallen to 69%, leading to his .241 batting average. He has particularly struggled against left-handed pitching, as he has hit just .225/.275/.324 in 111 at-bats.
Jul 24 2012 11:05pm
Jul 24 2012 11:05pm
With a power surge in the second half of 2011, Billy Butler (DH, KC) was on many breakout lists going into this season. Sure enough, with over two months left, he’s close to matching his career high in HRs.
Jul 24 2012 11:04pm
Jul 24 2012 11:04pm
Nothing changes teams fortunes more than deadline deals involving closers. Who might move?
Jul 24 2012 11:03pm
Jul 24 2012 11:03pm
The MLB trade deadline can be a scary time for owners in AL- or NL-only leagues. But that creates opportunities, as well.
Jul 24 2012 11:02pm
Jul 24 2012 11:02pm
Ichiro Suzuki is about to find out whether there's life after SEA. Colby Lewis is done for the season, Erick Aybar is on the shelf indefinitely, while trade rumors are now coming fast and furious ...
Jul 23 2012 11:05pm
Jul 23 2012 11:05pm
It might be difficult to remember that just four months ago, Ryan Braun's (OF, MIL) 2012 season was a great unknown. Though he had a history of stable and elite skills, his performance level was stained (legitimately or not) by a PED allegation. How would this roto-god respond on the field?
Jul 23 2012 11:04pm
Jul 23 2012 11:04pm
Five batters, including Robinson Cano (pictured) are whacking more line drives than other players but getting fewer hits.
Jul 23 2012 11:03pm
Jul 23 2012 11:03pm
Even while shuttling between AAA and MLB part-time play in 2011, Trevor Plouffe was hinting at better production to come. Now is the best time for rebuilders to look for 2013 help -- and we have both tips and ideas.
Jul 23 2012 11:02pm
Jul 23 2012 11:02pm
Two AL teams in the playoff chase which have struggled since the All-Star break are hopeful of starting rotation boosts as Dan Haren (RHP, LAA) and Gavin Floyd (RHP, CHW) return. Haren was activated from the 15-day DL to start Sunday, while Floyd will be activated to pitch Monday.
Jul 22 2012 11:06pm
Jul 22 2012 11:06pm
Many pitchers continue to try, but the only thing capable of shutting Dustin Pedroia (2B, BOS) down apparently is injury. Pedroia remains one of the AL's top second basemen, but his struggle with a thumb injury this season has cut into his production significantly...
Jul 22 2012 11:05pm
Jul 22 2012 11:05pm
Rick Porcello (RHP, DET) now owns a higher average fastball velocity than Felix Hernandez (RHP, SEA).
Jul 22 2012 11:04pm
Jul 22 2012 11:04pm
