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NBA Skinny: Deal or no deal? February 8, 2010
With Chris Paul expected to miss roughly half of his remaining games, fantasy owners need to seriously gauge the value of dealing him now.
NBA Skinny: To the points February 1, 2010
Chris Paul and Steve Nash are currently hobbled, with Paul drawing the shorter straw in terms of the medical diagnosis.
NBA Skinny: Hardcourt hardware January 26, 2010
Danilo Gallinari's ability to stay on the court has resulted in an award-winning first half for the Knicks' forward.
NBA Skinny: Sun up, Sun down January 19, 2010
The Suns are experimenting with their lineup, and that means pine time for Jason Richardson and Channing Frye.
NBA Skinny: Unhelpful hand January 11, 2010
Finger injuries can be at least partially blamed for Kobe Bryan't recent shooting slump.
NBA Skinny: Pinball Wizards January 4, 2010
The latest incident involving Gilbert Arenas could have Washington in a mood to shake up its roster before the trade deadline.
NBA Skinny: Bearish Bulls December 28, 2009
The Bulls are not performing to preseason expectations, and that spells trouble for head coach Vinny Del Negro.
NBA Skinny: Rockin' in Memphis December 21, 2009
Allen Iverson's quick stay in Memphis has allowed others to prosper in his absence.
NBA Skinny: L.A. story December 14, 2009
As the Lakers prepare for life on the road, Kobe Bryant is dealing with a fractured finger.
NBA Skinny: Spirit of 76ers December 7, 2009
If you are Allen Iverson, apparently you can go home again.
NBA Skinny: Seeing Redd November 30, 2009
That draft day discount on Michael Redd may not have been steep enough now that the Bucks guard has shut it down.
NBA Skinny: Three's a crowd November 23, 2009
The Blazers have ditched the three-guard system and handed the controls to Brandon Roy.
NBA Skinny: Changing of the guards November 9, 2009
Allen Iverson could be out in Memphis, and Stephen Jackson is trying his best to leave Golden State.
NBA Skinny: Redd flag November 2, 2009
It's already clear that Michael Redd's knee problems are going to be a thorn in his owner's sides.
Looks and Touches: Week 14 December 9, 2008
The usual suspects appear atop the Week 14 touch list, while a few under-the-radar names got some looks.
NBA Skinny: One content Cav December 8, 2008
LeBron James is playing fewer minutes, yes, but his production remains solid thanks in part to a healthy mindset.
Big Pictures: Net gains December 5, 2008
A major reason for Devin Harris' meteoric fantasy rise has been his ability to get to the charity stripe and convert those opportunities.
Looks and Touches: Week 13 December 2, 2008
Things are working themselves out in the Denver backfield, and it looks like Peyton Hillis is the guy going forward.
NBA Skinny: Check the charts December 1, 2008
While running down this week's bargains, booms and busts, Matt Buser discovered a handy new tool.
Big Picture: Give thanks November 29, 2008
The Thanksgiving holiday is a time to count blessings, even if its followed by a trip to the free agent pool.
Looks and Touches: Week 12 November 25, 2008
Looks and touches data for Week 12 of the fantasy football season.
NBA Skinny: Shake it up November 24, 2008
Before packing it in for the season, fantasy owners should exhaust all other possibilities – trades, waivers, you name it.
Big Picture: Race for last November 20, 2008
Gilbert Arenas says he probably won't play until 2009, and doesn't seem concerned about a last-place finish.
Looks and Touches: Week 11 November 18, 2008
Looks and touches data for Week 11 of the fantasy football season.
NBA Skinny: Golden touch November 17, 2008
You just never know with Nellie's whims, but Anthony Morrow's starting debut Saturday was something to behold.
Big Picture: Playing hurt November 14, 2008
Before you overreact to injuries, take a look around your league. Chances are everyone is playing one or two men down.
Looks and Touches: Week 10 November 11, 2008
Looks and touches data from Week 10 of the fantasy football season.
NBA Skinny: Highs and lows November 10, 2008
At this time of the season, it's wise to look for buy-low candidates while selling your fleeting stars at their peak.
Big Picture: Transition November 7, 2008
Loyal readers of the Big Picture will notice a new format as the first installment for 2008-09 hits the hardwood.
Looks and Touches: Week 9 November 4, 2008
Looks and touches data from Week 9 of the NFL season.
NBA Skinny: Trade nuggets November 3, 2008
Though technically a weekend update, the NBA Skinny couldn't help but weigh in on Monday's Iverson to Detroit trade.
Looks and Touches: Week 8 October 28, 2008
Looks and touches data for Week 8 helps illustrate the pain and pleasure of Brian Westbrook ownership.
Fantasy Hoop: Buzzer beaters October 24, 2008
Matt Buser has some last-minute advice for those fantasy owners getting ready for the start of the regular season.
Looks and Touches: Week 7 October 21, 2008
After busting out of his slump in Week 6, Braylon Edwards failed to deliver a noteworthy encore last Sunday despite a league-high number of targets.
Friends and Family: Draft Q&A October 21, 2008
The annual Yahoo! Friends and Family League hoops draft went down recently, and here's what the experts had to say for themselves.
Strategy primer: Roto vs. head-to-head October 17, 2008
Dwight Howard can have a crippling affect on your fantasy squad in roto leagues, but his shortcomings can be mitigated in head-to-head formats.
Looks and Touches: Week 6 October 15, 2008
Nobody running back/receiver touched the ball more than Ryan Grant in Week 6, but he failed to take advantage of his ample opportunities.
Position Primer: Center October 8, 2008
Big men tend to miss more games on average, so it's smart to have a reliable backup center on your fantasy roster.
Position Primer: Power Forward October 8, 2008
Power forward is a top-heavy fantasy position, with 11 players currently being drafted on average among the top 25 overall.
Position Primer: Small Forward October 8, 2008
All-around production is the name of the game when it comes to the small forward position in fantasy hoops.
Position Primer: Point Guard October 8, 2008
When it comes to the point guard position, there's Chris Paul, and then there's everyone else.
Position Primer: Shooting Guard October 8, 2008
The shooting guard position is where fantasy owners can find the greatest abundance of all things offense.
Looks and Touches: Week 5 October 7, 2008
Despite seeing the most attention among receivers in Week 5, Roy Williams failed to make a significant fantasy impact.
Looks and Touches: Week 4 September 30, 2008
Terrell Owens saw a league-high 17 pass targets in Week 4, but many of them were not to his liking.
Big Picture: On the mend September 29, 2008
NBA camps open soon, but not everyone is ready to play as some star players are nursing injuries.
Splitsville: Envelopes, please September 24, 2008
Splitsville looks back at the 2008 season and hands out some hardward to the best (and worst) in fantasy.
Looks and Touches: Week 3 September 24, 2008
Neither of the Week 3 leaders in looks and touches played a down in the NFL a year ago.
Keepsakes: Paul, James lead way September 23, 2008
At 23 years old, Chris Paul and LeBron James top their respective positions in the fantasy hoops keeper rankings for '08-'09.
Splitsville: Numbers to sleep on September 17, 2008
Carlos Quentin was the ultimate post-hype sleeper. A look at the numbers shows some candidates for 2009.
Looks and Touches: Week 2 September 16, 2008
Denver receiver Brandon Marshall announced his return from suspension in Week 2 with authority.
Buzz Index: Gone to Morrow September 10, 2008
Fantasy owners are turning to converted reliever Brandon Morrow to bolster their starting pitching.
Looks and Touches: Week 1 September 10, 2008
Despite the return of Marvin Harrison, teammate Reggie Wayne still received more attention than any other receiver in Week 1.
Splitsville: Uggla developments September 9, 2008
Do you remember when Dan Uggla was carrying fantasy teams? Neither can we.
Buzz Index: Let's be Frank August 27, 2008
Six blown saves in six chances wasn't much of an audition, but Frank Francisco has taken over as Texas closer anyway.
Splitsville: The 'it' guy August 26, 2008
Nelson Cruz is getting a second chance to prove that he can "keep it up" on the big league level.
Buzz Index: More from Mora August 21, 2008
Just when it seemed he couldn't get any hotter, Melvin Mora has taken his streak to another level.
Looks and Touches: 2008 projections August 20, 2008
LaDainian Tomlinson looks like the only player with a serious shot at touching the ball 400 times in 2008.
Splitsville: Holliday road August 20, 2008
If he stays the course, it won't be long until Colorado's Matt Holliday holds the top ranking in Yahoo! fantasy baseball.
Buzz Index: The Byrds August 14, 2008
Fantasy baseball owners have turned their attentions to all things Byrd of late.
Splitsville: Tiger tales August 13, 2008
Detroit slugger Magglio Ordonez hasn't been able to match his '07 production, but teammate Miguel Cabrera has been picking up the slack.
Splitsville: Take a whiff August 6, 2008
Ian Stewart is more than a servicable fantasy second baseman, but what he really excels at is swinging and missing.
Buzz Index: Mike check August 6, 2008
Mike Aviles keeps hitting – and earning new positions – but he's still a free agent in too many leagues.
Buzz Index: Not-so-great expectations July 30, 2008
New closers are flying off the free agent list, but new owners should keep expectations low.
Splitsville: Young guns July 29, 2008
This week's Splitsville sheds light on four underowned batters making an impact in fantasy leagues.
Buzz Index: Carp-e diem July 23, 2008
Now might be the time to sieze the chance to sign returning Cards pitcher Chris Carpenter.
Splitsville: Keeping up with Jones July 23, 2008
Big-time hitting prospect Adam Jones has been flashing his skills at the plate lately.
Splitsville: Last 12 months July 15, 2008
We know who's getting it done this season, but who are baseball's best over the last 12 months?
Buzz Index: Dynamite J.J. July 9, 2008
J.J. Hardy just keeps hitting, and fantasy owners are jumping on board by signing the Milwaukee shortstop.
Splitsville: Best, worst and bargains July 8, 2008
Now that the midway point has come and gone, Splitsville examines the best and worst in the first half.
Buzz Index: Young arms July 2, 2008
Fantasy owners are flocking to a trio of effective starting pitchers.
Splitsville: All aboard July 1, 2008
The Kevin Slowey bandwagon is getting crowded, but there may be time to board in your league.
NBA trade impact report June 30, 2008
Yahoo! Sports' fantasy NBA analyst Matt Buser breaks down the trades that went down around draft time.
NBA draft impact report June 30, 2008
While a select few incoming rookies will make a splash, expectations have to be tempered for the bulk of the draft class.
Buzz Index: Bye bye Bruce June 25, 2008
Fantasy owners are beginning to sour on Jay Bruce, but are they giving up too soon?
Splitsville: Gallagher's act a hit June 24, 2008
Expected to be a short-term replacement for Rich Hill, Sean Gallagher is looking like a Chicago rotation staple.
Buzz Index: Chasing Headley June 18, 2008
Chase Headley has been a popular add, but fantasy owners need to consider the Petco effect among other concerns.
Splitsville: Bourn discrepancy June 17, 2008
Michael Bourn hasn't seen a huge dip in on-base percentage. So where are the stolen bases?
Buzz Index: Crede revival June 11, 2008
White Sox hot corner Joe Crede is off to a hot start in June, smacking five home runs through the first eight games of the month.
Splitsville: Threats of San Francisco June 10, 2008
The Giants basically have three offensive threats, but they need runners on for their 3-4-5 hitters.
Buzz Index: Smoltz fallout June 6, 2008
The season-ending injury to John Smoltz impacts the value of Atlanta's closer candidates and some members of the rotation.
Buzz Index: Well Red May 29, 2008
Jay Bruce has been discussed plenty on these pages, and the Reds' savior has finally arrived.
Splitsville: Winning Uggla May 27, 2008
Dan Uggla's batting average generally drops in June, but a drop in the order could boost his run production.
Buzz Index: Barmes-burner May 21, 2008
The way Clint Barmes is going, he might just have an everyday job even after Troy Tulowitzki returns.
Splitsville: Petco project May 20, 2008
Based on his 2008 splits to date, it may just be a good idea to sit Chris Young away from Petco Park.
Buzz Index: Pitching patience May 14, 2008
A lot of young pitchers are being cast aside in fantasy leagues when patience is a better option.
Splitsville: Bourn to run May 13, 2008
If Astros outfielder Michael Bourn could hit just a little bit, he could make a run at baseball history.
Buzz Index: Don't dodge Kemp May 7, 2008
Five-category prospect Matt Kemp is flying off the waiver wire – and for good reason.
Splitsville: Eye on Iannetta May 6, 2008
Chris Iannetta is finally living up to expectations, and is worthy of a spot on fantasy Watch Lists at the very least.
Buzz Index: What Brown does for you May 1, 2008
Owners have been all over Oakland Emil Brown for one reason: runs batted in. The A's outfielder has been prolific in that department, thus far.
Splitsville: Raising the Aybar April 30, 2008
The numbers show that Erick Aybar is capable of a .300, 25-steal season for the Angels.
Buzz Index: Split personalities April 23, 2008
For some players on this week's Buzz Index, success is just a matter of matching home and road production.
Splitsville: Quentin's breakout April 22, 2008
The numbers suggest Carlos Quentin just might be able to sustain his early run production levels for the White Sox.
Buzz Index: Gabe's value capped April 16, 2008
Fantasy owners are lining up to sign Gabe Kapler, but is the Brewers outfielder worth the buzz?
Big Picture: Hardware April 11, 2008
It's all over but the crying for most of us, so it's time for some season-ending fantasy basketball awards.
Buzz Index: Seeing Reds April 9, 2008
The buzz levels of Cincinnati's Jeff Keppinger and Edwin Encarnacion are headed in opposite directions.
Splitsville: Early returns April 8, 2008
Some of the numbers don't mean much yet, but it's never too early to look for meaning beyond the figures.
NBA Skinny: Buzzer beater April 7, 2008
Boston's Big 3, Drew Gooden's health and the fate of the Friends & Family league are discussed in the season's final Skinny.
Big Picture: Home stretch April 3, 2008
It's still just the facts about who's playing, who isn't and why.
Opening buzz index April 2, 2008
Find out the top adds and drops in Yahoo! fantasy baseball after the first few games of the season.
NBA Skinny: Busted Matrix March 31, 2008
Don't expect Shawn Marion to help your fantasy squad down the stretch.
Big Picture: Down to business March 27, 2008
This time of year it's just the facts about who's playing, who isn't and why.
NBA Skinny: Dirk not done March 24, 2008
Though the loss of Dirk Nowitzki stings, fantasy owners should avoid a knee-jerk cut of the Dallas star.
Big Picture: Pietrus power March 20, 2008
Now that Mickael Pietrus has accepted a power forward role, fantasy owners are warming to the versatile Warrior.
Splitsville: Mounds of evidence March 19, 2008
Get ready to dig beyond the standard pitching categories to find stats that project success or failure in 2008.
Splitsville: Metrics system March 18, 2008
In order to improve the accuracy of your player projections, you have to look well beyond the standard 5x5 stat categories.
NBA Skinny: Cinderella stories March 17, 2008
Just like the NCAA tournament, anyone can win a head-to-head fantasy basketball league – assuming, that is, you make the playoffs.
Big Picture: Wade down, Davis up March 13, 2008
With Dwyane Wade shutting it down for the season, Ricky Davis has stepped up with three consecutive 27-point efforts.
NBA Skinny: Grind it out March 10, 2008
With all those DNPs appearing in NBA box scores these days, fantasy owners have work to do just to field a complete lineup.
Big Picture: To the max March 6, 2008
Managing your games-played pace can be as key as adding the right guy down the stretch in a rotisserie league.
NBA Skinny: Wade and see March 3, 2008
It might be time for fantasy owners to deal Dwyane Wade before a decision comes down on whether to shut the point guard down.
Big Picture: Sam's scam February 28, 2008
Despite missing 41 of his past 137 games, Sam Cassell felt the Clippers owed it to him to buy out his contract.
Fantasy Fallout: Yao out February 26, 2008
Kurt Thomas is one option fantasy owners might want to consider now that Yao Ming is out for the season.
NBA Skinny: More deadlines February 25, 2008
Now that the NBA trade deadline has passed, many fantasy owners will soon face a similar deadline in their leagues.
Splitsville: Law of Averages, part II February 25, 2008
If you plan to win your fantasy baseball league, you'd be wise not to punt a category like steals or saves.
Splitsville: Law of Averages February 22, 2008
Looking for a draft-day advantage? Take a look at what each active roster spot has produced, on average, for each of the past two years.
Big Picture: Deadline dash February 21, 2008
Ben Wallace, Wally Szczerbiak, and Bonzi Wells were some of the names on the move in the waning moments before the NBA trade deadline.
NBA Skinny: Getting the point February 18, 2008
Point guard Mike Bibby was dealt during the All-Star break and a re-worked Jason Kidd deal could follow soon in its wake.
Big Picture: Just Kidd-ing February 15, 2008
Devean George vetoed a trade to the Nets that would have returned Jason Kidd to the Mavs, leaving the deal in limbo.
Fantasy Fallout: Mavs get Kidd February 13, 2008
Simply put, it's a good day to own Dallas scorers and a bad day for those left on the Kidd-less ship in New Jersey.
NBA Skinny: Points of emphasis February 11, 2008
Weighing heavily on the minds of many fantasy owners is how T.J. Ford's return from a neck injury affects Jose Calderon's breakout season?
Big Picture: Diesel on the rise February 8, 2008
Fantasy owners are bullish about Shaquille O'Neal's move to Phoenix – the veteran is one of the current top five most added players.
Fantasy Fallout: Suns set on Shaq February 6, 2008
Hoping to improve its playoff chances, Phoenix is set to send Shawn Marion to Miami for the services of Shaquille O'Neal.
NBA Skinny: KG stands for Kid Gloves February 4, 2008
With Boston standing tall at 36-8 in the standings, the team has no intention of rushing Kevin Garnett back from an abdominal strain.
Big Picture: Flu bug January 31, 2008
Given the current rash of flu cases, NBA players are making it very evident that the only shots they like to take are the ones on the court.
NBA Skinny: Warriors woo Webber January 28, 2008
Don Nelson feels veteran Chris Webber is the difference between the Warriors making the playoffs or not.
Big Picture: First-half awards January 25, 2008
Rudy Gay claims two midseason awards: best draft-day value at small forward and most improved player overall.
NBA Skinny: Returning Wizard January 21, 2008
Washington star point guard Gilbert Arenas may only be a few weeks away from a return from a knee injury.
Big Picture: Without a Tracy January 17, 2008
Injury-maligned Tracy McGrady has been cleared for practice, but there still is no clarity as to his playing games.
NBA Skinny: Breakout breakdown January 14, 2008
A breakout season by Andrew Bynum has hit a bump in the road as he will be out two months with a knee injury.
Big Picture: Average Joe January 10, 2008
Despite averaging 19 points and nine boards in his past five games, expect Joe Smith to fall back to earth soon.
Big Picture: Free Lee January 3, 2008
A growing number of owners are calling for David Lee to get his shot with the regulars.
NBA Skinny: Deep needs December 31, 2007
Utah satisfied a long-standing need, picking up three-point specialist Kyle Korver from Philadelphia in a recent deal.
Big Picture: Head start December 27, 2007
With Tracy McGrady likely out the next week with a sore knee, Luther Head should be a solid short-term fantasy pickup as he steps in for T-Mac.
NBA Skinny: Fast break December 24, 2007
A shakeup in Chicago highlights a quick weekend update as the Skinny makes a break for the holidays.
Big Picture: Mourning a loss December 20, 2007
The NBA, and the fantasy community, lost one of the all-time greats when Alonso Mourning injured his knee.
Matchup Management December 19, 2007
After taking a stab at sit-start recommendations in Week 15, Matchup Management sticks to the numbers this week.
Looks and Touches: Week 15 December 18, 2007
Denver's breakout receiver Brandon Marshall led all players with 16 looks in Week 15.
NBA Skinny: Brand awareness December 17, 2007
Elton Brand still doesn't have a target date for his return from an Achilles injury, but he has been cleared for very limited court activity.
Big Picture: Ford fallout December 13, 2007
With T.J. Ford sidelined by a slap to the head, Jose Calderon sees his fantasy value rise as he'll fill in for Toronto at point guard.
Looks and touches: Week 14 December 11, 2007
Jason Witten was targeted time and again Sunday, leading all receivers with 18 looks in Week 14.
NBA Skinny: Return of the King December 10, 2007
LeBron James has sat the past five games with a sprained index finger, but he's expected to return to the Cleveland lineup this week.
Big Picture: Kidd in play? December 7, 2007
Rumors abound that Jason Kidd is pushing the New Jersey Nets for either a contract extension or a trade.
NBA Skinny: Shooting for the Moon December 3, 2007
If you've been waiting to pick up Jamario Moon because you were concerned that his early success was a fluke, you can go ahead and make the move.
Big Picture: Dealing with Arenas December 1, 2007
What to do with Gilbert Arenas has been a hot-button issue over the past week in fantasy basketball.
NBA Skinny: Crazy Cav November 27, 2007
With back-to-back triple-doubles, LeBron James is threatening Kevin Garnett's hold at the top of the rankings.
NBA Skinny: Capitol concerns November 19, 2007
Gilbert Arenas missed his first game of the season on Saturday after experiencing discomfort and swelling in his surgically-repaired knee.
Big Picture: Ahead of the pace November 15, 2007
With the threat of injury, it's not a bad idea to be ahead of the "Maximum Games" pace leading up to the final weeks.
NBA Skinny: Net negative November 12, 2007
The New Jersey Nets, and fantasy owners, took a hit when Vince Carter injured his ankle on Saturday.
Big Picture: Waiting on Wade November 8, 2007
Dwyane Wade's shoulder is feeling good, but his season debut hinges upon his left knee.
NBA Skinny: Rash response November 5, 2007
It's too early for fantasy owners to sweat a poor opening week from one of their team cornerstones, like Kirk Hinrich.
Big Picture: Salmons run November 2, 2007
John Salmons will get a lot of playing time while Ron Artest is suspended and Mike Bibby recovers from surgery.
Big Picture: Friends and Family Recap October 29, 2007
Dwight Howard landed in the top 20 of last week's Yahoo! Friends and Family League draft, which was too high in the opinion of at least one expert.
NBA fantasy preview: Pacific Division October 21, 2007
Kobe Bryant is a top-three pick in any fantasy league despite his issues with Lakers management.
NBA fantasy preview: Northwest Division October 20, 2007
Already the go-to guy in Seattle, Kevin Durant should make a significant fantasy impact as a rookie.
NBA fantasy preview: Southwest Division October 19, 2007
The cold reality of his dismal playoff effort hasn't hurt Dirk Nowitzki's fantasy stock. He's still a top-five pick.
NBA fantasy preview: Southeast Division October 18, 2007
Gilbert Arenas' free-agent status should guarantee another monster season with the Wizards.
NBA fantasy preview: Central Division October 16, 2007
Chauncey Billups ranks among the elite point guards, but ex-teammate Ben Wallace is no longer a top pick at center.
NBA fantasy preview: Atlantic Division October 15, 2007
Boston Celtics Studs and sleepers: Even if the Big Three of Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen need a...
Big Picture: Team Building October 15, 2007
You can do all the research you want, but knowing which players you want to select for your team is only half of the battle on draft day.
Splitsville: A Look Back October 8, 2007
With the fantasy baseball season over, let's take a look back at who stood out, who stunk it up, and who were the biggest draft day bargains.
Big Picture: Position Battles October 2, 2007
With Ray Allen and Rashard Lewis gone, only rookie Kevin Durant is assured a starting spot on the Sonics' roster.
Big Picture: Injuries September 21, 2007
Dwyane Wade is likely to miss the first few weeks of the '07-'08 NBA regular season after undergoing two surgical procedures last May.
Buzz Index: Bull Loney September 14, 2007
Los Angeles first baseman James Loney is on a power binge, swatting five home runs in the past week.
Splitsville: Erik with a K September 12, 2007
Baltimore ace Erik Bedard has tallied the 21st-best K-per-9 rate of all-time this season.
Buzz Index: Anderson Hunt September 8, 2007
Fantasy owners have sought out the red-hot Garret Anderson, who is hitting over .400 in September.
Splitsville: Grand Performance September 4, 2007
Curtis Granderson is on the verge of accomplishing something that only four other players in Major League history have achieved.
Buzz Index: Hart Broken August 23, 2007
Milwaukee's Corey Hart has struggled since his batting average reached a high-water mark on June 30.
Splitsville: Rolling Solo August 21, 2007
Arizona rookie Chris B. Young has hit 14 home runs in his past 49 games, but has just 17 RBI to show for it.
Buzz Index: Holy Moises! August 17, 2007
Since returning from a quad injury that cost him more than two months of the season, Moises Alou has caught fire at the plate.
2007 Looks/Touches Projections August 16, 2007
Last season, Larry Johnson, Steven Jackson, and LaDainian Tomlinson logged more than 400 touches, but only one is likely to surpass that total in '07.
Splitsville: Reyes of Hope August 15, 2007
After starting the season 0-10 in St. Louis, Anthony Reyes has won two of his past three decisions since being recalled from Triple-A.
Buzz Index: Melky Way August 9, 2007
Despite a crowded outfield in the Bronx, Melky Cabrera is seeing steady playing time, thanks to a 14-game hitting streak.
Splitsville: Fine Kazmir August 8, 2007
Tampa Bay ace Scott Kazmir is finally starting to live up to draft-day expectations. He's run off five consecutive quality starts.
Buzz Index: Cookin' August 2, 2007
Colorado starter Aaron Cook has been on fire of late, going 3-0 with a 1.82 ERA in his past four starts.
Splitsville: Wandy Watch July 31, 2007
No pitcher has produced such a dramatic discrepancy between his home and road splits as Houston's Wandy Rodriguez.
Fantasy Fallout: Boston KG Party July 31, 2007
Kevin Garnett is joining All-Stars Paul Pierce and Ray Allen in Boston as Minnesota finally found a deal to its liking.
Buzz Index: Get Gallardo July 26, 2007
Fantasy owners are slow to come around, but sooner or later it's time to notice what's brewing in Milwaukee.
Splitsville: Numbers Hunter July 25, 2007
A look at Hunter Pence's 162-game projections is a view into what might have been for the Houston rookie.
Buzz Index: Garza Clip July 22, 2007
Minnesota's Matt Garza is on a roll. He's run off 15 innings pitched without allowing an earned run, making him a popular fantasy pickup.
Splitsville: Return of the King July 17, 2007
In his past three starts, Felix Hernandez has posted numbers befitting his nickname, King.
Buzz Index: Poor Rich July 12, 2007
Oakland's Rich Harden is still making his case as the AL's version of Mark Prior. The A's ace is injured again, and surgery is an option.
Splitsville: All-Stinker Team July 10, 2007
Dioner Navarro, who has had one of the biggest negative batting average impacts in fantasy, headlines the first half All-Stinker team.
Buzz Index: DL Deluge July 5, 2007
The top of the latest most dropped list in Yahoo! fantasy baseball is littered with players who recently landed on the disabled list.
Splitsville: All-Star Starts July 5, 2007
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Russell Martin is an NL fantasy All-Star, and one of the biggest surprises of the first half of the season.
NBA Draft: Fantasy Breakdown June 29, 2007
Can anyone from the '07 NBA Draft class, besides Greg Oden and Kevin Durant, make a fantasy impact this season?
Fantasy Fallout: Draft Day Deals June 29, 2007
Ray Allen, Zach Randolph and Jason Richardson are heading to the East Coast following the 2007 NBA Draft.
Splitsville: Pirate Booty June 26, 2007
Opposing pitchers have been striking it rich against a Pirates offense that even made Jeff Weaver and Kameron Loe look good recently.
Buzz Index: Marcum Up June 21, 2007
A move to the rotation has been a fantasy boon for Toronto's Shaun Marcum, who has a 2.38 ERA and 0.98 WHIP in seven starts.
Kickers to the Curb June 21, 2007
There's data to support the notion that fantasy owners should avoid drafting a kicker until as late as possible, if not at all.
Splitsville: View from the Top June 19, 2007
A return to the leadoff role has been a boon for Pittsburgh's Jose Bautista, who is hitting .330 at the top of the Pirates' batting order.
Buzz Index: Byrd Droppings June 14, 2007
It's been a gloomy June for Cleveland's Paul Byrd, and his fantasy owners, as he's allowed 11 earned runs in 10 innings pitched.
Splitsville: Assault and Battery June 12, 2007
The battery of Carlos Zambrano and Michael Barrett has mixed like oil and water in '07, but that hasn't always been the case.
Buzz Index: Homer Derby June 8, 2007
Fantasy owners are racing to add Cincinatti top prospect Homer Bailey in anticipation of his Major League debut.
Splitsville: No Place Like Home June 6, 2007
While Ervin Santana has suffered a rocky road away from Anaheim, he has consistently shined in home starts.
Buzz Index: Blake Rakes May 31, 2007
Cleveland's Casey Blake is a hot fantasy pickup after a hot May that included an AL Player of the Week honor.
Splitsville: Run at Ruth May 29, 2007
Babe Ruth holds the record for extra-base hits in a season, but Magglio Ordonez is on pace to surpass the Sultan of Swat's mark.
Buzz Index: Catch and Release May 24, 2007
Marlin Kevin Gregg is the prize free-agent catch for fantasy owners at the moment, while Josh Hamilton is being thrown back in the waiver pool.
Splitsville: Just Winn, Baby! May 22, 2007
San Francisco outfielder Randy Winn is second to none when it comes to total hits accumulated over the past month of the season.
Buzz Index: Howlin' Wolf May 17, 2007
Fantasy owners are on the hunt for Randy Wolf's services now that he's gone 2-0 in May with a 1.56 ERA and 26 strikeouts in 17.1 innings.
Splitsville: In Cust's Shadow May 15, 2007
Lost in the home run show that minor league journeyman Jack Cust has been putting on is the 14-game hit streak of teammate Dan Johnson.
Buzz Index: Vargas, baby, Vargas! May 10, 2007
Milwaukee's Claudio Vargas has allowed one earned run or less in five of his six starts, and had a recent scoreless streak of 17.0 innings.
Splitsville: Clemens Clips May 8, 2007
Roger Clemens is projected to start 20 games for the Yankees this season, a span in which he typically produces 10 wins.
Buzz Index: Marquis Pickup May 3, 2007
Chicago Cubs starter Jason Marquis has won four straight starts, making him one of the most popular waiver wire additions in Yahoo! leagues.
Splitsville: Pace Setters May 1, 2007
With one month of the season in the books, Alex Rodriguez is on a near-100 home run pace, while Jose Reyes is on target for 115 stolen bases.
Buzz Index: Color of Money April 26, 2007
Shawn Green is paying off for the Mets and fantasy owners who own his services, hitting .351 through his first 20 games.
Splitsville: Uggla Untracked April 25, 2007
After not homering since Opening Day, Florida second baseman Dan Uggla has flipped the power switch back on with three home runs in the past week.
Eddy Curry Line: Final Count April 24, 2007
Looking at the final Eddy Curry Line for '06-'07, centers Eddy Curry and Ben Wallace were on opposite ends of the spectrum.
Buzz Index: Faith in DeJesus April 19, 2007
Owners are starting to believe that Kansas City outfielder David DeJesus can help their fantasy teams.
Splitsville: Top Jimmy April 19, 2007
Current NL home run leader Jimmy Rollins is on pace to shatter his career-high mark of 25 home runs from a year ago.
Buzz Index: Devilish Ways April 12, 2007
Tampa Bay's Ty Wigginton, Akinori Iwamura and B.J. Upton are among the most popular early-season waiver pickups.
Splitsville: Byrnes, Bautista and more April 10, 2007
Eric Byrnes is enjoying success against right-handed pitching, while Jose Bautista is showing an uncommon ability to make contact.
NBA Skinny: State of the Association April 9, 2007
As the NBA regular season nears an end, it's time to look forward to next season, and back at the biggest names that shaped this season.
Big Picture: Final Snapshot April 6, 2007
The sun is about to set on the NBA regular season but, for many players, injuries have already closed the book on '06-'07.
NBA Skinny: Injury Bug April 2, 2007
It seems only appropriate that the NBA regular season finishes up the way it started – with a rash of injuries.
Big Picture: Making the Rounds March 30, 2007
With precious little time left in the fantasy hoops season, injury information has taken center stage for owners.
Splitsville: The Availables March 30, 2007
There is still plenty of hitting and pitching help to be had in Yahoo! leagues, starting with these 20 players that are at least 50 percent available.
NBA Skinny: Ray of … Nope March 26, 2007
Ray Allen's fantasy owners are going to have to look elsewhere for help down the stretch as the Sonics' sharpshooter is out for the season.
Big Picture: Beefy Kobe March 23, 2007
Kobe Bryant earns stat line of the week honors for a 65-point scoring effort that preceded 50- and 60-point scoring performances.
NBA Skinny: Not Chancing Chauncey March 20, 2007
The Detroit Pistons are expected to treat point guard Chauncey Billups' groin injury with kid gloves down the stretch.
Big Picture: Paul in Pain March 16, 2007
While his fantasy owners hold their breath, Chris Paul will attempt to play out the rest of the season with a stress reaction in his foot.
NBA Skinny: To the Max March 12, 2007
Now is the time for fantasy owners to make sure they maximize the number of games played allowed at each active roster position.
Splitsville: Pitcher Profiles, Part II March 9, 2007
Jered Weaver was a revelation for fantasy owners last season, but a major increase in workload from '05 to '06 is cause for concern.
NBA Skinny: Ray of Hope March 5, 2007
Fantasy owners can breath a sigh of relief as it was revealed that Ray Allen's ankle problem is unlikely to end his season.
Splitsville: Pitcher Profiles, Part I March 2, 2007
Boston's Josh Beckett had an inauspicious AL debut in '06, but some of his peripheral numbers point to a rebound campaign in '07.
Big Picture: Rocket Return? March 2, 2007
Yao Ming has returned to practice, but when he'll be testing out his rehabilitated knee remains a mystery.
Splitsville: BABIP February 26, 2007
Batting average on balls put in play (BABIP) is a useful stat when establishing player expectations for the 2007 season.
NBA Skinny: In Wade's Wake February 26, 2007
Miami is playing with lineup combinations since the loss of Dwyane Wade to a shoulder injury that has sidelined the All-Star at least six weeks.
Big Picture: Heat Hit Hard February 23, 2007
In a season marred by big-name injuries, Miami's Dwyane Wade is the latest casualty, suffering a potential season-ending dislocated shoulder.
NBA Skinny: Trade Winds February 19, 2007
Pau Gasol, Jason Kidd, Vince Carter, Rashard Lewis and Mike Bibby are some of the players that could be moved by the upcoming trade deadline.
Big Picture: Stat Stuffers February 16, 2007
With the All-Star game upon us, here's a look at the players offering the most (and least) value in traditional fantasy hoops roto categories.
NBA Skinny: Foye Foils James February 12, 2007
Rookie Randy Foye has found his way into Minnesota's starting lineup at the expense of veteran Mike James' playing time.
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