Week 15 in the AL Waiver Wire series assesses the fantasy value of Cliff Lee, Chris Carter, J.P. Arencibia, Yunel Escobar, Brandon Morrow, Chris Davis, Justin Smoak and Scott Baker . . . plus Jose Bautisa watch continues!

Who saw it coming? The Braves, the Reds, the Padres.

A couple of minor leaguers who have yet to throw a pitch in the majors are featured this week.

In real life, first place was entirely beyond the Cardinals’ reach in these years. Let’s see how many St. Louis flags might have flown in our scenario.

Another unusual pitcher makes the grade in the latest look at the 1980 Topps set.