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MLB Winter Transaction Roundup
A one-stop shop for all your transaction needs from the World Series to the Winter Meetings!
Minor League vet finds true calling after baseball
Former Astros farmhand Russell Dixon found his true calling after baseball and overcame addiction.
Looking back at the 2014 Top 150 Prospects
Take a trip down memory lane. There are a few surprises one way or the other.
Injured Prospects Community Project
Ever wanted to lend a helping hand to us here at Minor League Ball? Now is your chance!
Rule 5 pick Evan Rutckyj shipped back to the Bronx
Left handed reliever Evan Rutckyj was selected by the Braves in the 2015 Rule 5 draft, but his rights were returned to New York early Friday.
Chipper on the new Baby Braves
We all know the Braves have been stockpiling young talent. So what does one of the organization's icons have to say about them?
The Schwar-Hammer Returns to the North Side
Kyle Schwarber begins his major league second stint filling in for injured starter Miguel Montero.
The Atlantic League Is At It Again
The most innovative league in organized baseball is making a patriotic change to the game - red, white, and blue baseballs.
Random Leaderboard Fun
Some random thoughts on the leaders of various statistical categories.
Catch Y'all on Down the Trail...
A farewell to (California League) arms, at least Wilson's evaluations of them here at Minor League Ball
Movers and Shakers - Part Two
Recaps of the trades that have gone down since the beginning of January.
Minor League Ball has a new writer
Wilson Karaman joins the staff to cover the California League among other prospect topics.
Oakland deals Norris to SD in five piece deal
Derek Norris heads to San Diego along with RHP Seth Streich and IFA bonus money from the A's in exchange for RHP Jesse Hahn and RHP RJ Alvarez.
Melotticus Presents: The Phillies Top 20 Prospects
The Top 20 Prospects in the Philadelphia Phillies organization, headlined by short stop and former 1st round pick JP Crawford.
Melotticus Presents - The Mets Top 20 Prospects
The Top 20 Propsects in the New York Mets organization, headlined by one of the best pitching prospects in the game RHP Noah Syndergaard.
Melotticus Presents - The Marlins Top 20 Prospects
The Top 20 Prospects in the Miami Marlins organization, headlined by the 2nd overall pick in the 2014 draft, RHSP Tyler Kolek
Melotticus Presents - The Braves Top 20 Prospects
The Top 20 Prospects in the Atlanta Braves system, headlined by breakout 2B and future lead off hitter Jose Peraza.
Melotticus' Top 20 Prospects Lists Update
A quick update on where my Top 20 Prospects lists are and a peek to the future
This Week and A Half In Transactions
Trades, free agent signings, and the Rule 5 draft are included in This Week In Transactions from December 3rd up to December 12th.
This Week in Transactions - Nov 25 through Dec 2
All roster moves spanning the week beginning November 25th and ending December 2nd, including trades, free agent signings, and roster cuts.
OAK swaps Donaldson for Lawrie and three prospects
3B Brett Lawrie, LHP Sean Nolin, RHP Kendall Graveman and SS Franklin Barreto head to Oakland as star 3B Josh Donaldson goes north of the border.
Presenting Melotticus' Top 20 Prospect Lists
An introduction to a second perspective on prospects from the Minor League Ball staff.
Royals acquire Fuentes from San Diego for Bartsch
Last week the Royals picked up former top prospect and first round pick OF Reymond Fuentes from the Padres for 2013 7th round pick LHP Kyle Bartsch.
This Week in Transactions: Nov 17 through Nov 24
Transaction news for the week spanning from Tueday, November 17th to Monday, November 24th.
Rays Ship Peralta to LA for Pitching Prospects
RHP Joel Peralta and LHP Adam Liberatore were sent packing to Los Angeles for RHP Jose Dominguez and RHP Greg Harris.
Minor League Ball State of Affairs
A quick peek at what's in store for the near future of Minor League Ball including more of John's Top 20 lists, a fantasy AQA, and a profile of teenage Cuban phenom Yoan Moncada.
2014 AFL Fall Stars Rosters and Stats
The rosters have been announced for the 2014 Fall Stars Game, set to take place this Saturday, November 1st.
Jays prospect Matt Boyd looks for positives in AA
Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Matt Boyd struggled while making the transition to Double-A in 2014, but feels that he's found positives from the experience.
September Call Ups for 2014
Who's getting a cup of coffee and who's still standing in line? Check out here for a comprehensive list of players recalled for the stretch run.
September Call-Ups for 2014
The first wave of players to get the call for a cup of coffee in the MLB.
The Top 150 Prospects Monthly Update as of 8/19
A look at how the Top 150 prospects are doing as the 2014 season hits the home stretch.
The Top 150 Prospects Monthly Update
Season stats for the Top 150 Prospects and Sleepers through July 22.