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Tuesday, August 31
by Jonah Keri
In Part II of a three-part Q&A;, J.P. Ricciardi talks to Jonah Keri about Carlos Delgado's tough season, new ways to evaluate pitchers, and more. > >
by Keith Woolner
After Derek Zumsteg and Joe Sheehan shared their thoughts on Ichiro Suzuki's run at .400, Keith Woolner looks into Barry Bonds' chances of turning the trick.
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Monday, August 30
by Joe Sheehan
Ichiro Suzuki is chasing an 84-year-old record that has barely even been challenged in that time. Can he get there? Joe Sheehan looks at his chances. > >
by Will Carroll
Returns are the order of the day, as Troy Glaus comes off of the DL, and stars such as Mike Piazza and Trot Nixon wait in line behind him. Will Carroll has all the updates--and a Jerome Benton reference--in today's UTK.
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by Ryan Wilkins
Whether getting mad about faked beanballs or paving the way for the best player to leave, no one on either side of Chicago is happy. Find out what they're saying in The Week in Quotes.
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by Derek Zumsteg
Derek Zumsteg weighs in on Ichiro Suzuki, whose two-month hot streak has produced staggering numbers and a reason to watch Mariner baseball this year. > >
by Jonah Keri
After two seasons as a minor league player, J.P. Ricciardi became a coach in the Yankees' system at age 23. He joined the A's organization, climbing the ranks from minor league instructor, through multiple scouting positions, to director of player personnel under Billy Beane. Hired by the Blue Jays to be the team's new general manager in November 2001, he's now in the midst of a five-year contract extension that takes him through the 2007 season, after being offered the Red Sox job before Theo Epstein took over. Now in his third season with the Jays, Ricciardi has encountered both success (86-76 in '03) and disappointment (last in the division this year). Ricciardi recently chatted with Baseball Prospectus about expectations for young players, picking the right manager, and more. > >
Saturday, August 28
by Joe Sheehan
The Angels are as hot as any team in baseball, and seem prepared to make another run deep into October. Joe Sheehan takes a closer look. > >
by Chris Kahrl
Chris' faith in hard-throwing left-handers is on display in the latest edition of TA. Also: kind words for the Orioles and Rangers. > >
by Clay Davenport
As Cuba celebrates their return to the top of the heap, Clay Davenport takes a look at the field they conquered and comes away less than impressed. > >
Friday, August 27
by Dayn Perry
Dayn Perry checks in on Jeff Francoeur, James Loney, Curtis Granderson and others in this around-the-minors edition of Can of Corn. > >
by Jim Baker
With just two of 15 weekend series featuring a pair of good teams, Jim Baker focuses on some of the milestones that individuals are pursuing.
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by Steven Goldman
The Angels and Red Sox had curve-wrecking weeks, balanced out by the latest collapse by the Orioles and a heartbreaking slump by the Indians. Professor Goldman explains his grades inside. > >
by Will Carroll
While searching for excitment in what has become a tepid pennant stretch, Will Carroll provides updates on a number of big-market players battling injuries. > >
by Joe Sheehan
Back from the road, Joe Sheehan expresses disappointment in the effort the Brewers put into their game with the Cubs on Wednesday. > >
Thursday, August 26
by Will Carroll
Armando Rios has become the first player with a significant major-league career to fail his drug test. Will Carroll looks at the situation. > >
by Derek Zumsteg
Readers contribute more thoughts in the aftermath of Derek's article on the rule changes baseball should consider. > >
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