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Bobby Cox may want to rethink his retirement.   Never shy about elevating top prospects, throughout the years Cox has overseen the arrival of a number of impact players at Turner Field.   Steve Avery, David Justice, Chipper Jones, Andruw Jones, Brian McCann, and most recently Tommy Hanson are among the high-profile stars to begin their careers under Cox’s guidance.   Now in Cox’s final year as skipper, Jason Heyward is ready to add his name ...

When Justin Upton signed his six-year, $51.25 million contract, it not only signified that the Diamondbacks were committed to Upton, but also that the 22-year-old was ready to step into his seemingly reserved role as one of baseball’s elite outfielders. But the deal also sent another message to baseball fans. A little less than a month earlier B.J. Upton lost his arbitration case to the Tampa Bay Rays, resulting in a ...

Pitching wins championships. It is a mantra subscribed to by many baseball enthusiasts, managers, and the like. However, acquiring the pitching depth and talent to make it to October is easier said than done. Every team is looking for an ace, a starting pitcher who can compile innings and strikeouts while maintaining a low WHIP and ERA and come through when the club needs a win. Despite the demand for staff aces, there ...