Perfection in Trade Form
An example of how to best use one's assets lies in a trade that most people will probably ignore or forget.
Trades & Transactions
Tony Campana: Strikeouts, no power, and value?
Campana did something in 2012 that no player in the modern era has ever done.
A's and Astros swap Lowrie, Carter, 3 more
The Athletics and Astros pulled the trigger on a five-player deal on Monday, sending utility infielder Jed Lowrie and Fernando Rodriguez to Oakland in exchange for thumper Chris Carter and two prospects.
Analyzing the Justin Upton Trade
Taking a look at who comes out ahead from the Justin Upton trade.
Mike Morse goes back to Seattle, but why?
A three-team trade happened on Wednesday -- one that promises big changes to two teams, and adds a little future value to a third. Let's break down why each team did what they did, especially when there are other players in place.
Hanrahan or Melancon?
Hanrahan and Melancon may not be as different as you think.
5 Reasons Dickey to Jays Makes Sense
Why the timing was right to trade future value for present value.
Trade Analysis: R.A Dickey to the Blue Jays
Pending an extension, R.A. Dickey is headed to Toronto, in exchange for Travis d'Arnaud and Noah Syndergaard. Provided that the proposed trade goes through, what should each team expect from their new acquisitions?
Does Josh Hamilton make the 2013 Angels better?
The Angels just signed Josh Hamilton to a lucrative contract in hopes that he could put their team over the top. But does he even add a marginal improvement over their roster from last season?
Reds Choo-Choo-Choose Shin-Soo
Breaking down the three-team, nine-player deal that landed Choo in Cincinnati and Trevor Bauer in Cleveland.
#DontSignLohse
Kyle Lohse is one of baseball's top free agents. But he's on the wrong side of thirty and coming off of a career year; which usually is a clear indicator that an albatross is on the horizon.
Have Blue Jays Improved Enough?
The Jays have made some huge additions. But is it enough to get this 73-win team into the playoffs?
Simulated trade talks: Coco Crisp to Atlanta
Beyond the Boxscore writers Nathaniel Stoltz and Bryan Grosnick put on their GM hats. The goal: to hash out the trade of an Oakland outfielder to the Atlanta Braves!
Simulated Trade Talks: A-Rod Rumors
Spencer and Blake face off in an Ultimate Showdown of hypothetical trade negotiation!
Simulated Trade Talks: Profar-d'Arnaud rumors
Spencer and Blake face off in an Ultimate Showdown of hypothetical trade negotiation!
What do the Rangers do with their middle infield?
With top prospect Jurickson Profar knocking on the door, the Rangers have some tough choices to make regarding him and current infielders Ian Kinsler and Elvis Andrus.
Can Heath Bell Rediscover His Mojo in Arizona?
A look at what made Heath Bell's career spiral downward, and whether there's any chance he can make Kevin Towers & Co. look smart for acquiring the portly righthander and the majority of his equally hefty contract.
Josh Reddick, Andrew Bailey and a Lopsided Trade
The Athletics traded for Josh Reddick, this offseason, and boy has it worked out in their favor.
Sox Fans! If You Liked Casey Kotchman, You'll Love James Loney!
In this piece, Bryan Grosnick examines a comparable player to new Red Sox 1B James Loney. It's probably not a comparison many Sox fans would appreciate: current Indians 1B / disaster Casey Kotchman.
A Tale Of Two Pitchers: The Francisco Liriano Enigma
Francisco Liriano has been everything from tremendous to terrible in his career. What drives his seismic shifts, and what are the White Sox getting as he comes off a hot streak?
Aren't You Glad You Traded For That Relief Pitcher? (Part 2)
Today at Beyond the Boxscore, Bryan Grosnick is examining all the deadline deals where a relief pitcher is moved in exchange for one or more positional player. Do these deals work out better for teams acquiring relievers, or position players? Part 2!
Aren't You Glad You Traded For That Relief Pitcher? (Part 1)
Today at Beyond the Boxscore, Bryan Grosnick is examining all the deadline deals where a relief pitcher is moved in exchange for one or more positional player. Do these deals work out better for teams acquiring relievers, or position players?
Four Pitchers Who Could be Traded
As we move past the all-star break and closer to the trade deadline, we will start hearing more and more rumors regarding potential players on the move. I thought it might be interesting to take a...
With Oswalt Heading to the Cardinals, Should the Red Sox Trade for Jake Westbrook?
If the Red Sox are still looking for financial and roster flexibility, should they consider trading for Jake Westbrook?
What Will the Tigers Do with Fielder, Martinez, and Cabrera after 2012?
By signing Prince Fielder to a nine-year deal, the Tigers have now positioned themselves for some serious decision making following 2012 and 2014.
Despite Moving from Safeco, Michael Pineda Should Thrive as a Yankee
The Yankees moved a big chip in Jesus Montero to sure up their starting rotation. Even with the change of address, Michael Pineda should be well worth the cost.
