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About Aaron GleemanAaron Gleeman is a freelance writer whose work can also be found regularly at AaronGleeman.com, Fox Sports, Rotoworld, and Insider Baseball.Note: This page displays up to 100 articles at a time. To view a subset of a writer's work, click on one of the following years: 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Aaron Gleeman's ArticlesClick here to view an RSS feed of this writer's articles. Bowden 1, Krivsky 0July 14, 2006Aaron discusses the most lopsided trade of the season. 2006 SABR Convention RecapJuly 05, 2006Aaron recaps the fun he had at the 36th annual Society for American Baseball Research convention in Seattle. The Joe Mauer ShowJune 12, 2006Aaron takes a look at the hottest hitter in baseball. Riding With The KingMay 29, 2006Aaron recaps his trip to the Metrodome for a great pitching matchup. Limping Into MayMay 01, 2006Aaron looks at why the Twins' offense is among the worst in baseball for the second straight year. The Real ChaseApril 12, 2006Look, Mikey, there goes the worst damn hitter who ever lived. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 1-5April 04, 2006Aaron finishes up his fourth annual top-50 prospects rankings with the five best prospects in baseball. Five Questions: Minnesota TwinsApril 03, 2006Can the Twins rebound from a dismal 2005 season to reclaim the division? Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 6-10April 03, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 6-10. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 11-15March 30, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 11-15. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 16-20March 29, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 16-20 Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 21-25March 28, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 21-25. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 26-30March 27, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 26-30. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 31-35March 23, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 31-35. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 36-40March 22, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 36-40. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 41-45March 21, 2006Aaron continues his fourth annual top-50 rankings with prospects 41-45. Top 50 Prospects of 2006: 46-50March 20, 2006Aaron kicks off his fourth annual top-50 rankings with the five players who narrowly made the cut. News, Notes and Quotes (March 6, 2006)March 06, 2006Aaron talks the 2,000-Year-Old First Baseman, the 28-Year-Old Overpaid Shortstop, and the 19-Year-Old King. Book Review: The Mind of Bill JamesFebruary 22, 2006Aaron reviews the new biography about Bill James. Really, Bruce Sutter?January 11, 2006Now that Bruce Sutter is a Hall of Famer, Aaron wonders what it really means. Catching Up On Trades (Part 2)December 15, 2005Aaron runs down the latest trades in a busy offseason. Catching Up On TradesDecember 08, 2005Aaron reviews this offseason's trades. Counting on ComebacksNovember 30, 2005Aaron looks at what might be in store for Jim Thome and Mike Lowell. Coming to America: Kenji JojimaNovember 22, 2005Aaron looks into his crystal ball for Seattle's new catcher, Kenji Jojima. Playing in the RainOctober 24, 2005Aaron takes a look at Game 2 of the World Series. Playoff Preview: White Sox-AngelsOctober 11, 2005Chicago White Sox (99-63, AL Central champs) vs. Los Angeles Angels (95-67, AL West champs) Playoff Preview: Braves-AstrosOctober 05, 2005Atlanta Braves (90-72, NL East champs) vs. Houston Astros (89-73, NL Wild Card champs) Playoff Preview: White Sox-Red SoxOctober 04, 2005Chicago White Sox (99-63, AL Central champs) vs. Boston Red Sox (95-67, AL Wild Card champs) Playoff Preview: Cardinals-PadresOctober 03, 2005St. Louis Cardinals (100-62, NL Central champs) vs. San Diego Padres (82-80, NL West champs) And Down the Stretch They Come!September 26, 2005Seven days left in the season and there's still plenty to be decided. Just How Good Are These Rookies? (Part 2)September 21, 2005After examining past rookie classes last week, Aaron takes a stab at this year's crop. Trading ToriiSeptember 19, 2005Torii Hunter's home in Minnesota is for sale and Hunter may be going to the highest bidder as well. Just How Good Are These Rookies?September 14, 2005Aaron takes a look at how good your average rookie class is. Kendall PowerSeptember 12, 2005The Jason Kendall Homer Watch is in full effect. Walks Won’t HauntSeptember 07, 2005Do not walk to first, do not collect $200. Winning and LosingSeptember 05, 2005The wisdom of Rosie Perez, and how Roger Clemens relates to Jessica Simpson. SplitsvilleAugust 31, 2005Aaron takes a stroll through Splitsville. News, Notes and Quotes (August 29, 2005)August 29, 2005Aaron has deja vu and talks about pink bikinis. The Winning MachineAugust 22, 2005It's almost September, and you know what that means. News, Notes and Quotes (August 19, 2005)August 19, 2005Aaron talks questionable managing, The Next Big Thing next's big start, and booing. The Next Big ThingAugust 15, 2005Aaron has seen the future of pitching and it's in Seattle. 2005 SABR Convention RecapAugust 09, 2005Aaron recaps the 2005 Society for American Baseball Research convention in Toronto. Analyzing the Deadline Deals: 2005August 01, 2005Aaron breaks down all the weekend's action. Where Did All the Strikeouts Go?July 29, 2005Aaron looks beyond the obvious to find something concerning about a pitcher who is 9-1 with a 2.49 ERA. Resurrection in OaklandJuly 27, 2005Is it possible to reverse-jinx a team after you jinxed them? Lost in the NumbersJuly 25, 2005Aaron gets lost in THT's stats section. News, Notes and Quotes (July 22, 2005)July 22, 2005Aaron talks shirtless shortstops, the greatest office pool ever, bad coaching, and the WNBA. Raffy and the HallJuly 18, 2005Now that he has 3,000 hits, is Rafael Palmeiro a lock for the Hall of Fame? Bizarro World All-Stars: 2005July 13, 2005You saw the All-Stars in Detroit last night. Now take a look at their Bizarro World counterparts. News, Notes and Quotes (July 11, 2005)July 11, 2005Lots and lots of links. News, Notes and Quotes (July 6, 2005)July 06, 2005How Roger Clemens is like Jessica Alba, and other startling revelations. Reader Mail: My All-Stars EditionJuly 01, 2005Aaron opens up the old mailbag to defend his All-Star picks. My 2005 All-Stars: National LeagueJune 29, 2005Aaron picks his National League All-Stars. My 2005 All-Stars: American LeagueJune 27, 2005Aaron picks his American League All-Stars. Those Who Can’t Do, Teach (Part 1: Managers)June 22, 2005Aaron looks at the playing careers of today's managers. News, Notes and Quotes (June 20, 2005)June 20, 2005You guessed it ... Frank Stallone. Notes From the WeekendJune 13, 2005Six homers in three games, and other interesting feats from the weekend. News, Notes and Quotes (June 10, 2005)June 10, 2005Aaron talks handsome shortstops, famous fans, botched surgeries, and the new Babe Ruth. Draft NotesJune 08, 2005Aaron has some interesting notes on day one of the amateur draft. The Arm Pitch Counts ForgotJune 06, 2005Aaron takes a look at the arm that singlehandedly makes an argument against the importance of pitch counts. News, Notes and Quotes (June 3, 2005)June 03, 2005Aaron marvels at the Cubs' lineup, roots for a fight, and agrees with Joe Morgan. Disappearing NumbersJune 01, 2005Where have all the numbers gone? Murphy’s A’sMay 30, 2005His mother always told him not to say anything at all if he didn't have something nice to say, but Aaron discusses the 2005 Oakland A's anyway. News, Notes and Quotes (May 25, 2005)May 25, 2005Aaron talks partying, typing, and being delusional. To Live and Die in LAMay 23, 2005Aaron looks at the two sides to struggling in Los Angeles. Old(er) Man FrancoMay 16, 2005Believe it or not, Julio Franco is even older this year. News, Notes and Quotes (May 9, 2005)May 09, 2005Aaron explains why knowing how to win with huge pitch counts is overrated when compared to pinch-hitters with two moms. Or something like that. The New SoxMay 02, 2005Aaron takes a look at the new-look White Sox, who finished April with the best record in baseball. State of the Site: Help WantedMay 02, 2005It's a tough job, but someone's got to do it. News, Notes and Quotes (April 27, 2005)April 27, 2005Aaron talks flawed premises, sex and drugs, and the danger of small samples. Jeff Weaver’s 2005 Season, By Robert Louis StevensonApril 25, 2005From the man who brought you Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, it's the strange case of a certain Los Angeles righty. Hot Starts and On-Pace-ForsApril 20, 2005Aaron looks at some of the wacky early season numbers around baseball. News, Notes and Quotes (April 18, 2005)April 18, 2005Aaron talks triplets, freedom, 'Lil Joe, and the best pitching coach in baseball. The Sophomore SlumpApril 13, 2005Does the "sophomore slump" really exist? Aaron examines what happens the year after a Rookie of the Year season. The Hot CornerApril 11, 2005Aaron examines what is suddenly baseball's strongest position. THT Live: Gizzi on the A’sApril 07, 2005Five Questions: Minnesota TwinsApril 05, 2005Aaron previews the back-to-back-to-back American League Central champs. The Smiles Are Returning to the FacesApril 04, 2005It's been a long, long lonely winter. Five Questions: Houston AstrosApril 04, 2005Aaron previews the forgotten member of last year's Final Four. THT Live: DePo at Dodger ThoughtsApril 01, 2005THT Live: Blez and the A’sMarch 29, 2005Five Questions: Florida MarlinsMarch 29, 2005Aaron previews the 2003 champs. Top 50 Prospects of 2005: 1-10March 25, 2005Aaron counts down the top 10 prospects in baseball. Top 50 Prospects of 2005: 11-20March 24, 2005The fourth installment of Aaron's five-part Top 50 Prospects series. Top 50 Prospects of 2005: 21-30March 23, 2005The third of Aaron's five-part series covering the year's best prospects. Top 50 Prospects of 2005: 31-40March 22, 2005The second installment of Aaron's third annual Top 50 Prospects series. Top 50 Prospects of 2005: 41-50March 21, 2005Aaron kicks off his third annual Top 50 Prospects series. The Great Debate: RevisitedMarch 15, 2005When sure things aren't. Tony O’s Beef?March 09, 2005Gleeman decides if Tony Oliva deserves to be in the Hall of Fame. Projecting MorneauMarch 08, 2005Minnesota's first legitimate slugger in a long time is set to begin his first full season in the big leagues. Aaron takes a look at what to expect from Justin Morneau. Coming to America (Part Two)February 24, 2005Aaron takes a look at what to expect from the newest Japanese League imports. Larkin for the Hall?February 23, 2005Does the recent retiree belong in Coopertown? THT Live: Sickels’ New HomeFebruary 16, 2005Top 50 Prospects: Year in Review (1-10)February 16, 2005The final installment of Aaron's review of last season's top 50 prospects. THT Live: Santana’s New ContractFebruary 15, 2005Top 50 Prospects: Year in Review (11-20)February 03, 2005Aaron continues his review of last season's top 50 prospects. Top 50 Prospects: Year in Review (21-30)February 02, 2005Aaron continues his review of last season's top 50 prospects. Coming to AmericaJanuary 26, 2005What can we expect from Chicago's new second baseman? Aaron takes a look. Top 50 Prospects: Year in Review (31-40)January 25, 2005Aaron continues his review of last season's top 50 prospects. Top 50 Prospects: Year in Review (41-50)January 24, 2005Aaron kicks off his review of last season's top 50 prospects. Welcome to The Hardball TimesMarch 15, 2004Where am I? What is this place? Who are these guys? The Magic Twenty (Second Base)February 07, 2005Aaron and Craig continue their 24-and-under draft picking from a seemingly weak crop of young second basemen. The Magic Twenty (Third Base)August 05, 2004Aaron and Craig continue their 24-and-under draft picking from the outstanding crop of young third basemen. The Magic Twenty (Shortstop)July 07, 2004Aaron and Craig continue their 24-and-under draft with their shortstop selections. The Magic Twenty (Left Field)June 15, 2004Aaron and Craig finish up picking their 24-and-under outfields with their selections in left. The Magic Twenty (Center Field)June 07, 2004With their rightfielders chosen last week, Aaron and Craig move to centerfielders in their 24-and-under draft. The Magic Twenty (Right Field)June 03, 2004Aaron and Craig kick off their 24-and-under draft with their picks in right field. | ||||