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Mike Petriello details what has gone wrong with the Tigers' bullpen, which ranks 27th in the majors in ERA.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2014

Mike Petriello pores through the history books to see if home-field advantage in the playoffs is truly a significant advantage, as many people believe, and reports some interesting findings.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2014

In ESPN The Magazine, Insider Mike Petriello explains how the Angels turned their bullpen from the worst to arguably the best, and Jim Keller shows how other contenders turned their seasons around.

Story | Conversation | September 15, 2014

Mike Petriello examines the metrics of underappreciated White Sox starter Chris Sale, and finds they compare favorably to the best pitcher in baseball, Clayton Kershaw, and then explains what makes Sale so dominant.

Story | Conversation | September 12, 2014

Mike Petriello looks for what's behind the Oakland Athletics' August and September collapse, and identifies many reasons.

Story | Conversation | September 12, 2014

Mike Petriello looks at what has gone right and wrong with regard to instant replay and provides a helpful table showing all the challenges and results by category.

Story | Conversation | September 04, 2014

Which National League team is the front-runner to make the World Series? Mike Petriello outlines why all signs point to the Washington Nationals playing deep into October.

Story | Conversation | August 22, 2014

Mike Petriello looks at the candidates to win the National League MVP award, a race that has no clear favorite right now.

Story | Conversation | August 15, 2014

Mike Petriello breaks down four young -- and previously overlooked -- pitchers who have been major contributors this season. He leads with Mets starter Jacob deGrom.

Story | Conversation | August 01, 2014

Mike Petriello looks at how Angels pitcher Garrett Richards has turned himself into one of the AL's best starters.

Story | Conversation | July 18, 2014

Mike Petriello examines George Springer's season thus far, shining a spotlight on his impressive power numbers and, more importantly, his contact issues. Will Springer's high miss rate ultimately make him only a good player rather than a great one?

Story | Conversation | July 03, 2014

Mike Petriello explains why Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo is turning into a superstar.

Story | Conversation | June 25, 2014

Jeff Samardzija is being mentioned in a lot of trade rumors, but if you're looking to add an arm, there are plenty of comparable pitchers available who will cost a lot less.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2014

Mike Petriello explains why the A's are enjoying unusual success from their staff of young hurlers.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2014

Mike Petriello explains just how bad the Boston Red Sox's outfield has been this season, and explores possible improvements.

Story | Conversation | May 29, 2014

Mike Petriello explains why the Minnesota Twins are a perfect example of how not to build a team.

Story | Conversation | May 16, 2014