The Rangers’ 2006 top pick is still looking to make his mark.

Let’s kick off THT’s annual preseason survey with a look at the South Side squad.

Examining The Process

Percentage of strikes thrown seems to influence how often a batter swings

Both pitchers had surprisingly poor seasons and also extremely similar numbers.

On the use and misuse of batted ball stats.

A closer look at an overlooked great player.

Evaluating the arts of blocking pitches and keeping the runners honest.

Bruce Markusen bids a fond farewell to one of the game’s colorful characters.

With the season approaching, and the requests dwindling, we’re returning to the “roots” of Waiver Wire for the AL side, and addressing more players this week with less analysis since we know drafts are happening, and choosing specifically from the ones who were taken in under 20% of the drafts at Mock Draft Central this week.