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Not only in fantasy baseball, but in fantasy
sports across the board, the enigma known as the
"contract-year player" has become a very relevant topic. Do players typically exceeded expectations when searching for big money? FIO co-founder & editor Matt Hinzpeter takes a look at this from a baseball point of view - citing examples in the past, as well as looking at this season's contract-year studs
With the Conference Finals set to start, FIO
staff writer Greg Gibeault provides a concise preview of
those teams fighting to make it to the Stanley Cup Finals. Find out what each team needs to succeed, as well as some predictions.
In this edition of FIO's NASCAR Burning Issue
of the Week, staff writer Josh Lobdell discusses the
impact that one of racing's most highly-touted youngsters - Joey Logano - will have on the track. Believe the hype and be prepared for Logano to put his stamp on NASCAR!
Heading out to the desert this week, FIO
and On Pit Row writer Charlie Turner discusses this
weekend's Dan Lowry 400 in this weekly fantasy racing column. Check out the top drivers headed into this weekend's events, including their Loop Data and how they project to perform.
In this weekly fantasy column, FIO co-founder &
editor Matt Hinzpeter takes a look at the walking
wound in the world of fantasy baseball. Find out which guys are set to return, news and updates concerning some key players, as well as the newest additions to the DL.
In the middle of the NHL Playoffs, FIO
staff writer Rob Edwards has already started to look
ahead to the hockey offseaon and next year. Creating somewhat of a wish list, Edwards lays the foundation of some of the things he'd like to see happen in the NHL. From more TV time to Rick Nash playing with a real center, "I'd like to see..."
A month into the season, FIO co-founder &
editor Matt Hinzpeter takes a look around the league
at bullpens and closers. Helping you look in the right direction for your fantasy roster, this comprehensive article includes: Closer News & Notes, Closer DL Report, Middle Relievers/Setup Men, and Closer & Reliever Rankings.
Now that the NFL Draft excitement has died
down, it is now time to turn our attention
to the next big draft - the NBA Draft. FIO staff writer Dan Rossi discusses some of the players who have decided to enter this year's NBA Draft, and whether or not it was a good idea on their part.
Another one of FIO's weekly baseball articles, staff
writer Tim Hays gives you some waiver wire players
who you should be paying attention to. Whether you're streaming guys at a position or need a fill-in due to injury, these are the players to look at for a pick-up.
Pittsburgh native and FIO humor writer Brian Lutz
sheds some light on what has been going on
in the Steel City during this season's NHL Playoffs. Forget experience - these youngsters are just downright good!
One of the keys to a fantasy team
is finding five-tool players – guys who impact every
scoring category. Balanced players like these have the most value towards a successful season. Often, though, it is the single-tool phenom who can make a fantasy team's season. FIO staff writer Rich Lerner explain how to effectively use these base stealers and homerun hitters in your fantasy league this season.
In this weekly fantasy column, FIO co-founder &
editor Matt Hinzpeter takes a look at the walking
wound in the world of fantasy baseball. Find out which guys are set to return, news and updates concerning some key players, as well as the newest additions to the DL.
Heading out to the desert this week, FIO
and On Pit Row writer Charlie Turner discusses this
weekend's Aaron's 499 in this weekly fantasy racing column. Check out the top drivers headed into this weekend's events, including their Loop Data and how they project to perform.
Welcome to "The Punch Line," bringing you the
latest news, gossip and happenings in and around the
fight game. Make sure to check back regularly for updated versions of this column by FIO staff writer Jim Cawkwell. Included in this edition: The Future of Antonio Margarito; Cotto vs. Margarito; Cotto Aims for Mayweather - Southpaw Style; Calzaghe Underappreciated in America;
Now that the pretenders have been trimmed down,
FIO staff writer Greg Gibeault previews the second round
of the NHL Playoffs. Find out which teams have the edge as they battle to make it to the conference title game.
Rounding out the defensive line positions for the
2008 NFL Draft, FIO co-founder Adam Allen breaks down
this year's Defensive Tackles - including: an overall look at the position, the top prospects (with Player Profiles), additional noteworthy players, and talk about who is underrated, overrated, the best value, a sleeper and the hottest name.
Heading into this weekend's festivities for the 2008
NFL Draft, FIO co-founder Adam Allen breaks down this
year's Defensive Ends/Rush OLBs - including: an overall look at the position, the top prospects (with Player Profiles), additional noteworthy players, and talk about who is underrated, overrated, the best value, a sleeper and the hottest name.
Long-time FIO contributor Lou Poulas previews his newest
project - The Fantasy Baseball Hall of Fame. Learn
about the thinking behind it and how fantasy baseball has impacted the way in which we watch sports.
In this edition of FIO's NASCAR Burning Issue
of the Week, staff writer Josh Lobdell discusses NASCAR's
payout system - including all of the "ins and outs" and how a driver finishing in 39th could actually earn more than a driver finishing 12th.
Another one of FIO's weekly baseball articles, staff
writer Tim Hays gives you some waiver wire players
who you should be paying attention to. Whether you're streaming guys at a position or need a fill-in due to injury, these are the players to look at for a pick-up.

Contract-Year Studs: Fact or Fiction?