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Spring Training Position Battles to Watch

By FanHouse TVFeb 24th 2011 – 5:00PM

It's not even Opening Day yet, but many baseball experts already have the Phillies and Red Sox playing in the World Series in October. There is no doubt that both teams had excellent offseasons, but even powerful contenders have spring training question marks. FanHouse TV's Steve Phillips takes a look at some of the...

2011 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: 2B

By R.J. WhiteFeb 21st 2011 – 7:00AM

Chase Utley has been the king of the second base position for years in fantasy baseball, but he's now in danger of being usurped. Threatening Utley's crown is 28-year-old Robinson Cano, who hit .319 with 29 HRs in 2010 as well as triple-digit figures in runs and RBI. Both play in great lineups and in great hitting home...

Michael Young Trade Talk Won't Go Away

By Josh AlperFeb 4th 2011 – 4:38PM

Rangers president Nolan Ryan said last week that Michael Young was going to be their designated hitter on Opening Day. Not everyone is listening to the message. For what feels like the hundredth time this offseason, there's a report that the Rangers are looking to trade Young before April rolls around. It's Buster Olney...

Categorically Speaking: Stolen Bases Galore on the Waiver Wire

By Knox BardeenSep 14th 2010 – 2:45PM

If you've found yourself just a few stolen bases away from being able to gain a point or two, maybe more, in your fantasy baseball league, you'll need to hit the waiver wire for help. Here are five options to consider: Rajai Davis, OF, Athletics - Remember that it's tough to gain ground or lose ground in batting...

The Pickup Artist: Eric Young Jr. To The Rescue

By Paul BourdettAug 19th 2010 – 11:45PM

Need help navigating the waiver wire each week? Let the Pickup Artist be your guide. Infielders Eric Young Jr. (2B/OF, COL) - 21% According to the Denver Post, Young is going to get a "long look" at leadoff for the Rockies. Need I say more? OK, I will. Since being recalled from Triple-A on August 14, Young's started...

Background on Eric Young Jr

Eric Orlando Young, Jr. (born May 25, 1985) is an American professional baseball second baseman and outfielder for the Colorado Rockies.

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