
Jason Collette grades his preseason predictions, and while missed a few here and there, he nailed Yuli Gurriel's rise.

In this week’s column, Erik Halterman talks about Shane McClanahan, who has been excellent over his last 10 starts, pitching more innings than previously and with an ERA of 3.07.

Jason Collette analyzes the fall of Cavan Biggio, whose last name might have been the real reason for his preseason hype.

Dan Marcus reviews a number of available NL players, including a veteran Milwaukee outfielder in line to receive significant playing time.

Mike Barner says Freddie Freeman was red-hot heading into the break, which should continue hitting against Michael Wacha.

Jason Shebilske analyzes the top waiver-wire options for the week, including the Nationals' Starlin Castro.

Jan Levine looks at the latest NL recruits, including a Colorado starting pitcher who could be back soon.

With a third of the season in the books, Jason Collette checks in on his preseason predictions to see how he's doing. So far, so good for Yuli Gurriel.

Chris Morgan checks out Thursday's slate and expects Ronald Acuna to keep raking against aging Nationals lefty Jon Lester.