MARKET PULSE: An Olympic pulse

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The 2012 Olympiad has begun, and there's no better way to celebrate than by reviewing some available free agents. Okay, so there are probably hundreds of better ways to celebrate. But since the IOC decided to eliminate baseball as an Olympic sport, this is what they get! So on to the celebration!

Shallow Leagues

Ryan Roberts (3B, TB) was dealt to the Devil Rays for some jetsam this week. He had what now looks like a career year in 2011, but has disappointed owners thus far in 2012. Funny thing is, it's hard to point to any one thing that...

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