In the second article in today’s series of three keeper league pieces, Derek Carty explores the tricky subject of closers and how to avoid paying top dollar for one.

Derek Carty talks strategy, today about keeper leagues. Part of a series of three articles, the first deals with the concept of winning.

Derek Carty looks at the National League pickups for the week.

Derek Carty looks at the American League side of the Waiver Wire.

Derek Carty looks at how his favorite team, the New York Mets, is doing this year with its pitching and what changes could be made for next year.

Derek Carty looks at whether we should expect Ryan Braun to continue producing at such a high level.

What does it take to be fully prepared to win?

Derek Carty looks at the best and worst pitchers by LIPS ERA and DIPS WHIP.

Derek Carty talks trading strategy, looking at the importance of who you trade with and why it isn’t always necessary to take back 100% value in a trade.

Derek Carty takes an updated look at the lucky and unlucky pitchers in the categories of ERA and WHIP.