FROM THE PUBLISHER

Packed with statistics, analysis, and attitude for the information age, Baseball Prospectus is the essential guide for the 3.4 million serious fantasy baseball players, and the perfect game-side companion for millions more seamheads who want to understand the inside game-why, for example, Derek Jeter's recent contract makes A-Rod's look like a bargain, why the hiring of Dusty Baker should end the Cubs' long nightmare, and why, if he remains healthy, Pedro Martinez has a legitimate shot at being remembered as the best pitcher ever. Baseball Prospectus gives in-depth actual data and performance analysis of 1,600 players, more than any other guide, covering the majors and minors, the top 40 prospects, draft choices, and rookie ball. It features essays on every team and gimlet-eyed evaluations of at least 50 players per organization. It's the final word -- delivered in a wry and witty style -- on what pitchers and hitters really did in 2003, and how they'll do in 2004 and beyond.

About the Authors
The BP Team of Experts on Baseball Talent includes, among others, Gary Huckabay, the founder of Baseball Prospectus; Chris Kahrl, a sports editor who lives in Washington, D.C.; and Dave Pease, who roots for Ryan Klesko in San Diego. The roster of Baseball Prospectus writers produces this annual, consults for MLB clubs, and creates content syndicated nationwide in newspapers, on radio, and on the web.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

USA Today: "￯﾿ﾽthe best book for preparing for a rotisserie draft." — John Hunt

ESPN.com: "When I have a question about a player, no matter how obscure, I pull out Baseball Prospectus," — Rob Neyer

From the Oakland A's GM: "￯﾿ﾽthe standard by which all scouting guides should be measured." — Billy Beane