What happens to the numbers if your guy doesn’t play?

Taking a look at Ben Sheets’ risk profile.

Taking a looking at Jason Kubel’s risk profile.

What the financial crisis can teach us about managing risk.

Introducing player risk profiles, using Troy Tulowitzki as an example.

Victor looks at whether taking a chance on that toolsy prospect is worth it for your team.

Did the GM do right? Let’s run the numbers.

What a player’s minor league stats and pedigree can tell us about his chances of success in the majors.

The Braves flipped Mark Teixeira for prospects just a year after giving up five of their own to get him. Victor says that they came out behind.

Most observers think the Cubs got the better end in the Rich Harden trade, but Victor takes a longer view and finds value for both sides.