Around the Horn: September 18, 2012

(1) Gordon Beckham hot in September. Sign of things to come?

(2) Rob Brantly streaking for Marlins at the dish.

(3) Chase Utley to play 3B for Phillies?

(4) Cliff Lee streaking for Phillies.

(5) Martin Prado scorching with 17 hits in 10 games.

(6) Nate McLouth savior in Baltimore even if no one is noticing (see Fleaflicker)?

(7) Kevin Correia getting it done.

(8) Ike Davis to be dealt by Mets?

By Ray Flowers

Fantasy Beat – Pitch, Pitch, Pitch

Trevor Ray and Justin Fensterman discuss some pitchers down the stretch you will want to keep an eye on: A.J. Griffin, Jeremy Guthrie, Ricky Nolasco and Zach Britton.

The guys also discuss some playoff strategies that can help you out down the stretch.

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Around the Horn: September 12, 2012

(1) Dustin Pedroia overcoming slow start with impressive play.

(2) Joe Mauer = the quiet superstar.

(3) John Axford rolling in 9th inning.

(4) Yoenis Cespedes budding fantasy superstar?

(5) Vernon Wells vs. Mark Trumbo.

(6) Brandon Belt surging but lacking pop.

(7) Jordan Pacheco to see some time at catcher.

(8) Ben Zobrist picks up SS eligibility to add to 2B and OF.

By Ray Flowers

Around the Horn: September 11, 2012

(1) Aroldis Chapman dealing with shoulder fatigue.

(2) Lance Berkman’s season over, career too?

(3) Kyle Kendrick pitching like a star.

(4) Gio Gonzalez excellent in first season in Washington.

(5) Brandon Moss to make history?

(6) Cameron Maybin, Logan Forsythe hot for Padres.

(7) Wandy Rodriguez finally back on track.

By Ray Flowers

Fantasy Beat – Looking at the Mound

Trevor Ray and Justin Fensterman discuss some surprise pitchers this season and some good spot starters down the stretch:  Matt Wieters, Ryan Reynolds, Kris Medlen, Hisashi Iwakuma, Zach Britton, Jason Hammel, Jeremy Guthrie and Chris Archer.

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Around the Horn: September 5, 2012

(1) Ryan Vogelsong struggling for Giants.

(2) Kenley Jansen to return in September.

(3) Zack Greinke finally finding his groove with Angels.

(4) Andrew McCutchen back on track. Can he hold off Melky Cabrera?

(5) Adam LaRoche big time run producer.

(6) Jesus Montero solid in 2nd half.

(7) Alfonso Soriano powering the ball.

(8) Mark Reynolds also powering the ball.

By Ray Flowers

Around the Horn: September 4, 2012

(1) Kris Medlen, best pitcher in baseball?

(2) Jacoby Ellsbury struggling to produce.

(3) Chase Headley – out of control. Just killing it.

(4) Marco Scutaro strong pickup for Giants.

(5) Chris Iannetta surging at the dish.

(6) Wil Myers Minor League Player of the Year. Not getting called up Royals?

(7) Troy Tulowitzki nearing a return from groin injury?

By Ray Flowers

Fantasy Beat – PEDs

Justin Fensterman and Trevor Ray discuss some key trades this season and the effect PEDs in fantasy: Melky Cabrera, Bartolo Colon.

Also, baseball only talk about players that have switched teams this year – Hanley Ramirez, James Loney, Also Chase Headley, Juan Pierre

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Around the Horn: August29, 2012

(1) Jose Bautista (wrist) done for the year.

(2) Matt Kemp escapes serious injury.

(3) Todd Frazier will not lose playing time when Joey Votto returns.

(4) Wade Miley starring for D’backs. Should you be wary?

(5) Wilin Rosario having special year.

(6) Greg Holland locking it down for Royals.

(7) Yovani Gallardo on patented hot streak.

By Ray Flowers

Around the Horn: August28, 2012

(1) Erik Bedard released by Pirates. Kevin Correia to take over.

(2) Mark Teixeira out 1-2 weeks with calf strain.

(3) Felix Hernandez tosses 5th shutout. Amazing in second half.

(4) Tyler Colvin hot again.

(5) Brett Jackson driving ball into seats. Still striking out.

(6) Luke Gregerson Padres new closer?

(7) Dice-K on waivers. Roy Oswalt passes through waivers.

By Ray Flowers