Jason Collette

The NL Central edition of the Bold Predictions series features several up-and-coming players around the division and asks whether this could finally be the year for Nick Lodolo.

Emmanuel Clase has dominated the late innings for Cleveland for the last several seasons, but can he keep it up in 2025?

The latest batch of bold predictions foretells big things for Kyle Schwarber in his contract year while offering a warning about a young Atlanta right-hander.

This year's bold predictions series kicks off with the Orioles and Jordan Westburg, who could be the top second baseman in a weak year for the position.

Yusei Kikuchi spent last season with two teams who controlled the running game well, but he's heading to an Angels team which did not. What might that mean for his ERA?

Spencer Strider leads a strong group of pitchers set to return from elbow surgery in 2025. How much can we trust them in their first season back?

Jason Collette reviews his preseason pitcher predictions, featuring correct calls on Michael King and Michael Kopech but a lack of faith in Cole Ragans.

Jason Collette reviews the hits and misses from his hitting half of his preseason bold predictions, including big hits on Brenton Doyle and Mark Vientos.

Early-round pitching was full of busts this season, but some of the riskiest picks like Tarik Skubal and Chris Sale were also some of the best. How do we make sense of it all for 2025?

Corbin Burnes has been one of the best pitchers in baseball in recent seasons, but there are enough red flags in his profile to make him look like a potential bust next season.

Will it all come down to wins? Jason Collette details his tight battle with RotoWire colleague James Anderson for the AL LABR crown.

Bowden Francis lost his no-hitter in the ninth inning on Saturday, but that might have been the best possible outcome for him, argues Jason Collette.

Cole Ragans headlines a group of pitchers whose workloads could become worrisome should their teams make a postseason run.

Several previously reliable veterans have taken a large step back this season. Is there a common cause?

How much ground can you make up in various categories down the stretch? A look at the statistical leaders from the last two seasons offers some answers.

Which teams should be looking to add depth to their collection of high-leverage relievers at the deadline?

Remaining strength of schedule could have a big impact on fantasy values in the second half, with Atlanta's friendly run-in giving the team's bats and arms a boost.

Converted relievers like Garrett Crochet have had plenty of success in the first half, but will they have enough left to be productive after the break?

Jason Collette breaks down which teams have been the easiest to run on this season, and it might not be the ones you expect.

Hunter Greene is one of several pitchers who have been much better at keeping fastballs in the park this season.

Jason Collette attempts to make sense of the offensive environment around the league, which has seen widespread power outages.

Ryan Helsley was the first closer to 20 saves this season despite the Cardinals' losing record. Just how historic is that, and is it likely to continue?

What has gone wrong for Randy Arozarena this season, and will he be able to turn it around anytime soon?

Searching for steals? Take a look at the rosters with the highest attempt rates, such as the Reds and Angels, argues Jason Collette.

Elly De La Cruz has made several big steps forward this season and is right at the top of the earned value leaderboard. Could we have seen any of this coming?

Jason Collette examines three hitters who are dealing with long homer droughts, including Spencer Torkelson.

Stuck with someone off to a slow start like Nick Castellanos? Jason Collette offers perspective, reminding us of eight players who bounced back from awful Aprils last year.

Jordan Walker has been demoted in April for the second year in a row. What went wrong this time around?

An early look at the state of pitching in 2024 reveals more wins going to relievers and a hint that scoring could be down this year compared to 2023.

An early look at leaguewide power and speed numbers suggests that both could be down slightly this year compared to 2023.

Just how much should we buy into excellent first outings from pitchers like Ronel Blanco, who threw a no-hitter on Monday? It depends on whether they've made real changes, writes Jason Collette.

The Brewers are running wild this spring under new manager Pat Murphy. Jason Collette examines what the spring training steals stats could tell us about the upcoming season.

Jason Collette breaks down his AL Tout Wars Team, a balanced squad led by Luis Castillo.

Jason Collette looks at groups of pitchers with very different ADPs but surprisingly similar skills, including one pitcher who has drawn comparisons to Tyler Glasnow.

Defending AL LABR champion Jason Collette shares the thought process behind the squad he hopes will lead him to back-to-back victories.

When someone drafts your favorite target several rounds before his ADP, who should you turn to as a backup plan? Jason Collette shares his Plan B at every offensive position.

Every year, someone emerges from the middle or late rounds to produce first-round fantasy value. Who will that player be this season?

Jason Collette tackles four bullpens with uncertain late-inning hierarchies, including a Philadelphia pen in which Jeff Hoffman could earn quite a few saves.

Nick Pivetta, no stranger to generating divisive opinions, features in the latest edition of Jason Collette's Bold Predictions series.

Jason Collette's latest set of bold predictions includes a potential MVP campaign for Trea Turner.

Jason Collette's latest set of bold predictions features one on Cole Ragans, but in which direction?

Jason Collette's latest set of bold predictions includes a potential breakout season for Seiya Suzuki.

Jason Collette's latest set of Bold Predictions features both an MVP and a Cy Young Prediction.

Last year's NL West bold predictions correctly pegged Blake Snell as the future Cy Young. Will Tyler Glasnow continue the trend?

What does recent history tell us about 2023's biggest workhorses such as Arizona's Zac Gallen?

Jason Collette highlights 10 hitters and 10 pitchers who have been nearly forgotten about in the first handful of 2024 drafts, including shortstop Tim Anderson.

Jason Collette takes a look at middle relievers who could have fantasy value next season without earning saves, including Baltimore's DL Hall.

Did spring training trends accurately predict the increase in steals last season? Jason Collette investigates.

Jason Collette looks at which managers were most willing to let their players loose on the basepaths last season.

Jason Collette reviews his final set of bold preseason predictions, including a particularly prescient one about Padres pitcher Blake Snell.