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Weekly Rundown: Cards' mending pair of aces, Anibal 'The Animal' and Oakland's Neo Gio
Published 7/20/2008 by Big Noise at Roto Arcade
Known as the Sacagawea of fantasy primers, the Weekly Rundown guides head-to-head owners through a forest of obscure stats and exploitable matchups in an attempt to help solve lineup conundrums. While reading, keep in mind matchups are subject to change due to managerial moves, unforeseen injuries and Mother Nature's influences. LEADING OFF • St. Louis' pitching staff figuratively and literally has been a fragile house of Cards this season. However, two rotation royals, Chris Carpenter and Adam Wainwright, are expected to stabilize Master Splinter's (Dave Duncan) rotation soon. Nail-driving ace, ...

Starting Pitcher Report
Published 7/20/2008 by Fantasy Sports PT at The Disabled List Informer
Fantasy owners rejoice: Fausto Carmona ’s extended stay on the DL is nearing an end. He was able to toss 5 innings last night in a 7-2 win against the AA Erie Sea Wolves. Though he allowed 9 hits in those 5 innings, he was able to induce three double plays - a good sign that he has been able to locate the ball low in the zone and flex his trunk over his formerly strained left hip. He threw 80 pitches over those 5 innings, and the Indians will likely wait to see how his hip responds to the effort. With not much left to play for, the Tribe will continue their conservative approach with their prized pitcher. Erik Bedard is going to ...