Facts & Flukes

Jeffrey
Tomich
May 23, 2013 12:05 AM GMT
Matt Carpenter had 33 extra-base hits in a part time role last year, helping make him a popular draft day choice, especially in NL-only leagues. Has he met expectations? Plus Jeff Locke, Jonathan Lucroy, Scott Feldman and Didi Gregorious.
Matthew
Gelfand
February 25, 2013 1:04 AM GMT
Jim Johnson's rise from unsung reliever to MLB saves leader was one of last season's most fascinating storylines. But can he repeat? Also Dayan Viciedo, Trevor Plouffe, Chris Iannetta and Vinnie Pestano.
Jeffrey
Tomich
February 21, 2013 1:04 AM GMT
Aaron Hill posted his best all-around season in 2012 with a .300 average, 26 HRs and 14 SBs. As with any player coming off a career year, we wonder is it repeatable? Also Alexi Amarista, Bobby Parnell, Cliff Pennington and Brian McCann.
Dave
Adler
February 20, 2013 1:05 AM GMT
With Alex Rodriguez expected to miss at least the first few months of the season, Kevin Youkilis will see plenty of playing time. Can he overcome his own recent health woes? Plus Ivan Nova, Melky Cabrera, Lucas Harrell and A.J. Pierzynski.
Brent
Hershey
February 19, 2013 1:05 AM GMT
Buster Posey has collected a Rookie of the Year and MVP trophy in just three seasons. What's next? Plus Jayson Werth, Jason Grilli, Alfonso Soriano and Henderson Alvarez.
Matthew
Gelfand
February 18, 2013 1:05 AM GMT
The move from arguably the league's softest division (NL West) to arguably its most challenging (AL East) had little effect on Hiroki Kuroda. Can he repeat? Also, Tommy Milone, Nate McLouth, Gordon Beckham and Quintin Berry.
Jeffrey
Tomich
February 14, 2013 1:04 AM GMT
Splitting time between outfield and first base, Tyler Colvin recaptured his early-career form. Can it continue? Plus A.J. Ellis, Jonny Venters, Ian Stewart and Sergio Romo.
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