You know me and my random thoughts that seem to go in many tangeants. Well it seems that I have a lot of things to talk about during the All-Star Break but unfortunately nothing of great substance. So here's a few quick hits to let you know what's going on at The BearDown during the slowest   more...
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I don't usually venture into the world of MLB around here, it doesn't interest me as much until October, but the All Star Game gives me reason every year. My normal irritation is with way these teams are picked...Popularity Contests...Especially with home field advantage for the World Series being   more...
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Atlanta trading for Greg Maddux is a deal that is unlikley to happen. The Tigers are unlikley to trade for big players before the Trading Deadline. The rumor of the Twins aquiring Adrian Beltre is getting hotter but it is not sure how far these discusions will go. Joe Blanton is getting a lot of   more...

There has been debate about who should vote for the All-star teams but in the end, the teams usually end up equally, even if the AL team always wins. This year's voting has been filled with late overtakings including the young wiz kid Ryan Braun overtaking Ken Griffey Jr. This year there are two   more...
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The Edgar Renteria trade continues to pay huge dividends for the Braves, and as they turn the corner to the halfway point of the season, there are now different trade needs for the Braves. Pop in to find out the trade rumors as they continue to swirl.
Original Story: http://www.bravesblast.com/2008/06/27/tr....

There has been debate about who should vote for the All-star teams but in the end, the teams usually end up equally, even if the AL team always wins. This year's voting has been filled with late overtakings including the young wiz kid Ryan Braun overtaking Ken Griffey Jr. This year there are two   more...
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Fellow fantasy baseball tragics, with the All-Star break fast approaching, I thought it was time to take stock of all those blokes that have collectively made mine and possibly your fantasy baseball season a disaster thusfar.
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If you're a baseball card guy, or gal, I've got some for sale on eBay. Have a look-see. http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZjdm2180

Several teams could be interested in Seattle Mariners reliever Arthur Rhodes, especially the Philadelphia Phillies.
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Trying to write about the most overrated baseball players of all-time is tough because the sport has been around since before the 1880's. As I did my homework several names came up from so called experts and I'm shocked. One name in particular I've seen is Pete Rose! www.rawsportsblog.com
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Numerous injuries and returns to talk about when it comes to the New York Yankees. Two key players (Hideki Matsui and Johnny Damon) have some nagging injuries, while two young prospects (J.B. Cox and Humberto Sanchez) make their returns.
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It looks like father time is starting to catch up to Detroit Tigers closer Todd Jones. Manager Jim Leyland has recently said that he plans on cutting the work load of the 40-year old pitcher. To many this is no surprise, Jones has never been a great closer but he has been pretty effective usually   more...
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With how much emphasis is put on the NFL and NBA drafts, not many realize that Major League Baseball will be holding its draft on June 5th. Once again, the Tampa Bay Rays will be on the clock to open the 2008 draft with the No. 1 overall pick, but with everything being very hush-hush, it's tough   more...
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Can Tampa keep up its magical run? Will the Cubs win the Central? Would baseball like this World Series?

A month into the season, FIO co-founder & editor Matt Hinzpeter takes a look around the league at bullpens and closers. Helping you look in the right direction for your fantasy roster, this comprehensive article includes: Closer News & Notes, Closer DL Report, Middle Relievers/Setup Men, and   more...
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