Fantasy sports articles written by Jan Levine
May 12, 2013
FAAB Factor - NL: For Whom the Bell Tolls
Heath Bell has bounced back from a miserable 2012 campaign and 2013 debut to provide excellent component numbers and is now closing for Arizona with J.J. Putz on the DL.
May 5, 2013
FAAB Factor - NL: Cheap Speed on the Way
Dee Gordon just got called up to replace Hanley Ramirez with Ramirez going on the DL. Can Gordon get on base frequently enough to use his speed?
April 29, 2013
NHL Barometer: NHL Playoff Ranks
Jan Levine predicts that Marc-Andre Fleury and the Penguins will be hoisting the Stanley Cup.
April 28, 2013
FAAB Factor - NL: Nolan Arenado Gets the Call
How much should you bid for Nolan Arenado now that the Rockies have called him up? Jan Levine shares his opinion.
April 21, 2013
FAAB Factor - NL: Cingrani and Rendon Debut
Tony Cingrani and Anthony Rendon made their major league debuts this week. How much should you bid on them? Jan Levine has the answer.
April 19, 2013
NHL Barometer: Finishing Strong
Zach Bogosian hasn't had a great year for the Jets, but he looks to be closing the season with a flourish.
April 14, 2013
FAAB Factor - NL: Dodger Fallout, Injured Players Return
Chase Headley's imminent return and the fallout from Zack Greinke's injury headline this week's review of NL free agents.
April 11, 2013
NHL Barometer: Mr. Streaky Heats Up
Phil Kessel is on another hot streak; just in time too for the playoff-bound Maple Leafs.
April 7, 2013
FAAB Factor - NL: First Closer Change of the Year
Kyuji Fujikawa has been given the Cubs' closer job over Carlos Marmol, and Chris Heisey has been freed. Jan Levine tells you how much to bid on both.
April 5, 2013
NHL Barometer: Stop the Presses
Mike Green is back; after looking washed up, Green has flipped the switch since returning from injury.
March 31, 2013
FAAB Factor-NL: Countless Buying Opportunities
Pictured in happier (well, at least on the field) times in Tampa Bay, Carl Crawford surprised many by rehabbing his elbow enough to be ready for Opening Day.
March 28, 2013
NHL Barometer: Mr. Consistency
Martin St. Louis has been one of the league's most consistent point producers this season for Tampa Bay.
March 22, 2013
NHL Barometer: Good Times Again
The misery of last season is long gone for Matt Duchene, who already has topped the 30-point mark.
March 15, 2013
NHL Barometer: Crowning Achievement
Jake Muzzin has taken advantage of the absence of several L.A. defensemen to seamlessly fit into the blueline for the defending Stanley Cup champions.
March 8, 2013
NHL Barometer: Ovi Still the Great
Rumors of Alexander Ovechkin's fantasy demise may have been greatly exaggerated, at least if his recent performance is to be believed.
March 1, 2013
NHL Barometer: Perry's Firework Lighting it Up
Corey Perry no longer is being confused for Katy, as he's turned his game around in Anaheim.
February 22, 2013
NHL Barometer: A Kid Again in Pittsburgh
Sidney Crosby is finally healthy and producing for the Penguins after two seasons of setbacks.
February 15, 2013
NHL Barometer: Star Shines Once More
Brenden Morrow has turned back in the clock in Dallas after ascending to the Stars' top line recently.
February 14, 2013
Mets' Team Preview: Fools Gold
The Mets got off to a great start last season but really faltered down the stretch.
February 8, 2013
NHL Barometer: Mighty Mite Power
Among the NHL leaders in points, Martin St. Louis continues to defy old age and build his Hall of Fame credentials.
February 2, 2013
NHL Barometer: Tavares on his Way to Elite Status
The Islanders are off to a somewhat surprisingly strong start, and it's John Tavares leading the way.
January 24, 2013
NHL Barometer: On his Way Up Again
His game may have changed, but so have Vincent Lecavalier's fantasy prospects -- he's on his way up again.
January 18, 2013
NHL Barometer: New Canuck to Stop the Puck
Cory Schneider is set to take over between the pipes for the Canucks, ousting veteran netminder Roberto Luongo.
January 7, 2013
Draft Kit - Busts: Beware the Winged Wheel
Jimmy Howard has a depleted defensive corps in front of him and probably won't produce the same elite rate stats for you this year.
September 30, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Vote For Pedro
Pedro Alvarez reached the 30-homer plateau for the Pirates this week.
September 23, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Carpenter Returns
Chris Carpenter returned to live action Friday against the Cubs. Jan Levine tells you what to bid on him.
September 16, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Closing Opportunities
A few NL teams have had some instability with their closers in the last week. Jan Levine gives you a few ideas on how to profit.
September 9, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Replacing Strasburg
Jan Levine identifies a few pick-up targets if you just lost Steven Strasburg this week.
September 2, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Huge Slate of September Callups
Jan Levine reviews the slate of NL players getting the call and suggests a few others that might be on their way.
August 26, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Adrian, Beckett, Skaggs
Adrian Gonzalez headlines this week's article, which is the Escape From Boston version.
August 19, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Hanson Back in Business
Hanson Among Those Getting Healthy
August 12, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Panda Sighting
Pablo Sandoval will return from his hamstring injury shortly.
August 5, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Post-Deadline Edition
Johan Santana is among those featured this week.
July 15, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: For Whom the Bell Tolls
Heath Bell won't get as many chances to misfire on a high-five at the end of games, now that the Marlins are going to a closer committee.
July 8, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Ryan Howard is Back
Ryan Howard is among the interesting first basemen discussed by Jan Levine this week.
July 1, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Bauer Power
Trevor Bauer is just one of the top prospects that gets Jan Levine's attention this week.
June 24, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Howard Nearing His Return
Ryan Howard is getting closer and closer to returning -- will he be a fantasy gamechanger when he hits the field?
June 17, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Chasing Utley's Return
Chase Utley is on a rehab assignment and could be a difference maker upon his return to the big leagues.
June 3, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Carlos Quentin Returns
The returns of Carlos Quentin and Mike Morse headline this week's NL pickups.
May 6, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Hospital Ward Shuffle
A number of National League players either hit the DL or are on their way back this week.
April 29, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Pedro Alvarez A Pirate Treasure Again?
Pedro Alvarez and his hot streak rank among the popular FAAB picks this week.
April 22, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Carlos Quentin On The Way Back
Carlos Quentin and Allen Craig headline some injured players on their way back to the majors.
April 10, 2012
NHL Barometer: Overall Playoff Rankings
RotoWire's Jan Levine picks Pekka Rinne and the Preds to win the Cup.
April 1, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: First FAAB Period Suggestions
Who should you be bidding on after the spring training fallout? Jan Levine has the answers.
March 30, 2012
NHL Barometer: Team Teemu HoF
If this is the final season for Teemu Selanne, he should go right into the Hall of Fame.
March 23, 2012
NHL Barometer: Penguin Party
James Neal is loving life in Pittsburgh and has an outside shot at bagging 40 goals this season.
March 16, 2012
NHL Barometer: A Refreshing Moulson
Matt Moulson proved last year he was no fluke, and he's back at it again this year with 30 goals for the third straight season.
March 9, 2012
NHL Barometer: Few have been Sharper
Patrick Sharp is overshadowed by teammates, but he is having a strong season.
March 2, 2012
NHL Barometer: No More Staal-ing
Eric Staal has more than rebounded from his abysmal start and is giving Carolina the production fantasy owners expected.
February 24, 2012
NHL Barometer: Capital Contradiction
Alexander Semin has been criticized at times for his seemingly indifferent play, but he's piling up the points.
February 18, 2012
NHL Barometer: Devil of a Time
Martin Broduer's hot stretch has been lost in the shuffle of the fine play in New Jersey.
February 14, 2012
NHL Barometer: Edmonton's Magic Man
Sam Gagner has been on a magical run lately for the Oilers.
February 1, 2012
NHL Barometer: Still Bringing It
Vincent Lecavalier might not be the feared scorer he once was, but he's regained fantasy relevance for sure.
January 20, 2012
NHL Barometer: Devil of a Time
Long-time Devil Patrik Elias is on a point-per-game pace for New Jersey this season.
January 16, 2012
NHL Barometer: Okposo's Island
Kyle Okposo has produced more regularly the last three weeks, and as long as he stays hot, he should continue to see ice time on the Island.
January 6, 2012
NHL Barometer: Keeping Father Time Away
Daniel Alfredsson has 31 points in 35 games this season, but that's not the full story for the 39 year old.
December 30, 2011
NHL Barometer: Back on the Beam
Jordan Staal appears to be fully healthy for the Penguins.
December 23, 2011
NHL Barometer: The Geno Who Saved Pittsburgh
Evgeni Malkin has stepped up for Pittsburgh in Sidney Crosby's absence.
December 9, 2011
NHL Barometer: Red Wing Rising
Henrik Zetterberg has turned his season around with his recent hot streak.
December 2, 2011
NHL Barometer: Heating Up in Anaheim
After a slow start, Corey Perry is playing like the Hart Trophy winner he was last season.
November 25, 2011
NHL Barometer: Rising and Falling
Shea Weber is making a case that he is the NHL's best overall defenseman.
November 18, 2011
NHL Barometer: Injury Caps Green's Status
The word out of Washington keeps getting worse for Mike Green.
November 10, 2011
NHL Barometer: Crosby Comeback Close
Sidney Crosby's return to the Penguins could come as early as next week.
November 4, 2011
NHL Barometer: Cracks in the Armor
Is the end near for Martin Brodeur?
October 27, 2011
NHL Barometer: Risers, Fallers
Evgeni Malkin is back in action for the Penguins, making his season debut Tuesday.
October 13, 2011
NHL Barometer: Staal's Fortuitous Situation
Pittsburgh injuries have opened opportunities for Jordan Staal, and he is taking advantage.
October 6, 2011
NHL Barometer: Power Up in Pittsburgh
Chris Kunitz's fantasy value is rising, as he's set to play on the Pens' No. 1 power-play unit.
September 25, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Jansen Creating Striking Impression
Jan Levine's final NL free agent article of the season.
September 4, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: September Reinforcements Galore
Jan Levine breaks down all the new additions to the NL player pool.
August 28, 2011
FAAB Factor-NL: LoMo in N.O. NoMo
Logan Morrison has returned from a brief punitive demotion to New Orleans.
August 21, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Will Bauer Get the Call - Now!?
Trevor Bauer is turning heads in the Diamondbacks' farm system.
August 14, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Crowded Ship
With Jose Tabata and Alex Presley nearing a return, the Bucs have a crowded outfield deck.
August 7, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Deadline Fallout
While many are now getting an opportunity following last week's trade deadline, Mike Minor is getting a look from the Braves after Jair Jurrjens' injury.
July 10, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Cozart Debuts
Zach Cozart got the call for the Reds this week - what should you bid on him?
June 26, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Return of Zito
Jonathan Sanchez's injury has opened up a rotation spot -- at least temporarily -- for Barry Zito.
April 11, 2011
NHL Barometer: Postseason Player Rankings
Is this the year Roberto Luongo and the Canucks get over the hump?
April 3, 2011
FAAB Factor - NL: Relievers Turned Starters
Kyle McClellan is among a handful of former relievers that have won starting rotation jobs this spring. See what Jan Levine thinks about his free agent value.
February 6, 2011
NHL Barometer: No More Malkin
Evgeni Malkin is out for the season with multiple knee injuries.
January 22, 2011
NHL Barometer: A Pair of Rising Stars
Milan Hejduk is among this week's risers.
January 16, 2011
NHL Barometer: Risers and Fallers
Daniel Briere has carried last year's playoff performance into this season.
December 24, 2010
NHL Barometer: Big Injuries in Detroit and Buffalo
The Red Wings and Sabres lost key players in the season of giving with Pavel Datsyuk and Derek Roy going on the shelf.
December 17, 2010
NHL Barometer: Clowe-sing the Year Strong
San Jose's Ryan Clowe has found December to his liking, putting up 11 points through the month's first nine games. Find out who else has been hot enough to make the list this week.
December 3, 2010
NHL Barometer: A Peek at a Point-Producing Penguin
Pittsburgh's Kris Letang is second among all defensemen in points scored, earning him a mention in this week's column. See who else makes the list.
November 19, 2010
NHL Barometer: Happy Times For Vanek
Buffalo's Thomas Vanek has picked up the scoring pace of late, and it is not the only reason he is having a very good week. Find out who else gets a mention.
November 5, 2010
NHL Barometer: Keith Back on Track
After a slow start to the season, Duncan Keith has been able to turn things around. Find out who else moves the ticker this week.
October 29, 2010
NHL Barometer: Jumping Flames
Rene Bourque (pictured) and Brendan Morrison have the Flames in first place in the Northwest Division.
October 22, 2010
NHL Barometer: Penguin's Pending Return
Jordan Staal has resumed practicing and could return to the ice soon. Find out who else makes the list this week.
October 15, 2010
NHL Barometer: Upgrade This Islander
Rick DiPietro's apparent good health gives his fantasy value a boost. Find out who else gets a bump, or a drop, this week.
