The Reds are strong favorites, while the Pirates and Cards battle for Wild Card spots

Looking at starting pitcher value through the lens of an expected wins formula

Things look about right so far, though there are a few unexpected twists.

Some early surprises from baseball’s largest division.

Ten teams’ seasons will just be heating up, while the rest will be left out in the cold.

What might have been.

No Pujols, no La Russa, no problem.

A new playoff schedule, a bunch of five-year contracts, and another shady signing.

Nixon is squaring off against Humphrey in what will turn out to be a squeaker, with Wallace in as a third-party spoiler. Our final race makes that one look like a snoozer.

And remember, if you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair.