As many fans know, Jake McGee is widely considered one of the top lefties in all of minor leagues. Plucked out of Sparks, Nev., in the fifth round of the 2004 draft, McGee has quickly cemented himself as one of the Rays top prospects. So, when he was penciled in to start against my local Double A affiliate, the Birmingham Barons, I could not help myself. I had to see what all the fuss was about. Let me say this, I was impressed.   more »

During my lunch break yesterday I witnessed one of the most exciting matchups between batter and pitcher so far this season. Two phenomenal prospects both destined for greatness squared off at Great American Ballpark...   more »

I know that BDD focuses on baseball in its purest form, but I'm also aware that many of our readers (and writers!) also play fantasy games such as Rotisserie. Since we didn't do the division-by-division fantasy preview this year, and so many drafts and auctions are this weekend, here's a quick peek at some players which are over- and under-rated by popular opinion this spring.   more »

Last year, I had some controversial picks in my top 100 which proved to be good picks. These included Troy Tulowitzki at #3 prospect overall, Dustin Pedroia at #18 (didn't make most top-100 lists, including BA's), with Longoria, Upton and Braun higher than most any other list, and Chris Davis in my top 100. I haven't compiled a top 100 this year, but here are the top 50 position players (with 20 pitchers added just for flavor at the end)...   more »

We continue the 'Prospect View' feature with a player that is constantly debated as to his future potential. I'm adding my two cents to the discussion...and much more!   more »

The first edition of 'Prospect View' looks at Matt Antonelli, infielder prospect for the San Diego Padres. Scouting, stats analysis and many more interesting findings on the Peabody, MA native are just a click away.   more »

SD Padres starting pitching analysis, Clemens hires private investigators, 2008 HOF class and the debate of the day...   more »