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MLB Prospects Update: Hottest, Coldest Hitters at Every Minor League Level

Having reached the halfway point of the 2013 minor league season, it’s not surprising that many of the game’s top young hitters have recently received a promotion to a more advanced level.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Washington Nationals Live Blog: Reactions and Analysis

The Arizona Diamondbacks traveled to Washington, D.C., on June 25 to open a three-game series against the Nationals.

The Washington Nationals were desperately in need of some wins before the All-Star break. The Nationals were a team many picked to win the World Series this year, but they came into this series with a losing record.

The great grit experiment has been successful so far in Arizona, as the Diamondbacks are currently sitting atop the NL West. Led by Paul Goldschmidt, the D-Backs looked to pad their division lead at the expense of the Nationals.

3 Moves the Reeling San Francisco Giants Could Make to Right the Ship

With essentially the same roster back from the team that won it all in 2012, the San Francisco Giants entered the season expected to once again contend for a title, but they have stumbled to a 38-38 start and currently sit in fourth place in the NL West.

They were 28-22 and tied for the division lead back on May 26, but since then they've endured a 10-16 stretch, including just 3-7 in their past 10 games.

Mariano Rivera Drafted by the Harlem Globetrotters, Becomes Honorary Member

Is the entertainment business in New York Yankees' legend Mariano Rivera's future plans? Even if it wasn't, now it could be.

Assembling Ideal Matt Garza Trade Offers from the Dodgers, Other Top Suitors

Matt Garza is on the trade block and the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres are interested in acquiring his services, according to Ken Rosenthal.

What Sets an Elite Breaking Ball Apart from the Rest of the Pack?

Work on those breaking pitches, kids. Develop an elite one, and you'll go far.

But therein lies a question: What exactly separates an elite breaking ball from a run-of-the-mill, garden-variety breaking ball?

Under the Knife: Harper and Gomez Lose to Walls

As you look at the next 10 slides, think about how much value each of these players have to their respective teams. Not just salary, but value. Even just the names tell you a lot—Bryce Harper, Alex Rodriguez, Jose Reyes and more. Teams can overcome injuries, but they cannot replace value in most cases and if you add in the value of time lost, it's pretty clear that teams need to be doing more. 

College World Series Stars Who Will Be MLB All-Stars One Day

The 2013 College World Series is drawing to a close, with UCLA holding a 1-0 series lead over Mississippi State entering Tuesday's Game 2, but the future for some of the best and brightest players in Omaha is incredibly exciting. 

Former Chicago Cubs Closer Carlos Marmol Designated for Assignment

Carlos Marmol has finally worn out his welcome with the Chicago Cubs. The organization announced on Twitter that the relief pitcher has been designated for assignment: 

UPDATE: Tuesday, June 25, at 5:21 p.m. ET by Ian Hanford

MLB Picks: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays are 15-5 in June, which can't be ignored when making your MLB picks Tuesday. They continue a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.

Courtesy of SBR Forum, the Blue Jays are plus-121 road underdogs in the pro baseball odds, while the betting total sits at eight in the market.

Poll

Best of the American League
Tampa Bay
19%
Boston
19%
Chicago
7%
Minnesota
10%
Los Angeles
17%
Texas
27%
Total votes: 270

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