MLBDepthCharts Magazine (NOW thru APRIL 3, 2012)

updated 1/9/12 3:21 PM PST
by Jason Martinez

Here's the latest on 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine', which was launched on January 3, 2012. The first six editions (NL and AL Roster Projections, Projected Starter By Position Comparisons, FA Tracker, Transaction Tracker, Roster Projection Grids, Roster Projection Spreadsheets, FANTASY EDITION, LINEUP EDITION, PROSPECT CORNER, etc.) have been sent out, and updated several times. We're currently working on another great edition.

How do I sign up? The offseason subscription, which runs through April 3rd, 2012, has been set at $7.99. The price will remain the same even if you sign up in March. No matter when you sign up, you'll always receive updated versions of the magazine and will continue to receive updates until the start of the season. That's when the regular season begins and new subscription rates will be available. Those of you who do not wish to subscribe through the remainder of the offseason, but would like the latest versions of the magazine, can pay the $1.99 one-time fee. You will not have access to the organizational depth charts or excel spreadsheets, but you'll receive plenty of up-to-date information. I can't guarantee that it won't be outdated within a few days, though. So consider becoming a subscriber in order to stay informed of all the latest happenings around the league. If you pay the $1.99 for the latest edition, you can upgrade at a later date by paying the $6 difference. Contact me directly for that option.

Whether you sign up for the subscription or the one-time non-subscriber fee, the first four or five editions will be sent out every few days as they're completed. Non-subscribers will not receive updated information after they've received each of the first group of editions. The organizational depth charts should also be accessible for subscribers later this month. So what are you waiting for? Get signed up! If you happened to miss the FREE Trial, I'll be happy to send you some samples. Just shoot me an email to request it. Then come back and SIGN UP!

If you're a PayPal subscriber, you can log in and pay. Or just choose the visitor option at the bottom of the screen and make the payment that way. I will receive an email notification that you've signed up and I'll also receive your email address. That's all I will see. If you entered your correct email address, you should receive an email confirmation from PayPal. Depending on when you sign up, you will receive the latest edition(s) of the magazine within 24 hours. If you haven't, please contact me and let me know.

MLBDepthCharts Magazine

What is it? A digital magazine that will be sent out via email in pdf form a few times throughout the week. Subscribers will also have the option of requesting an excel file of the roster projection feature.

What kind of information will be included? While the ideas keep on coming, here is what we know will be included thus far:

•Organizational Depth Charts: An updated depth chart for each of the 30 teams that includes approximately 90% of players in the organization, separated by primary position with 2011 stats, age, date of birth, height, weight, salary, contract info, estimated service time, how acquired by current team, how acquired originally (drafted or signed as amateur), and pre-season prospect rankings by Baseball America and Baseball Prospectus. This finale will be the grand finale of the offseason magazine and will be available later this month. (ETA: one division at a time beginning in late January)

•Offseason Roster Projections: Lineup, bench, and pitching staff projections for the 2012 season with 2011 stats and analysis. Players 'On the Outside Looking In' are also included. (Done)

•Offseason Roster Projections (EXCEL SPREADSHEET VERSIONS): Lineup, bench, and pitching staff projections for the 2012 season with 2011 stats and analysis, 2012 salary and contract info. Players 'On the Outside Looking In' are also included. (Done)

•Position Comparisons: A list of projected starters at each position, including age, 2011 stats, 2012 salary, contract, etc. (Done)

•Fantasy Edition: 2012 Rankings, 2011 Efficiency Ratings, Games by Position, Park Factors, Estimated Auction Price, Average Draft Position. (Done)

•Injury Report: Updates on any injured major leaguer who may not be ready for Opening Day. (Done)

•Transaction Tracker: Roster moves from the previous day(s) with stats and analysis of players involved. (Done)

•Roster Projection Grid: Side-by-side comparisons of current lineup, bench, and pitching staff projections. (Done)

•Free Agent Tracker: A list of major league free agents separated by position with 2011 stats, age, and 2011 salary. Contract info for 2012 will be included after a player is signed. (Done)

•Prospect Corner: A list of the top 100 prospects heading into the season with 2011 level and stats, separated by position, by projected 2012 level, and sorted by ranking (top 100 list TBD). Another 50-75 'On the Rise' prospects will be added during the season for the regular season subscribers. (DONE)

•Lineup Edition: A list of the top 100 prospects heading into the season with 2011 level and stats, separated by position, by projected 2012 level, and sorted by ranking (top 100 list TBD). Another 50-75 'On the Rise' prospects will be added during the season for the regular season subscribers. (DONE)

If you would like to see some free previews of features that have already been sent to subscribers, please email me to request them.