This column takes a deeper dive into pens where the closers have weaker skill sets and could lose the role, giving other relievers hidden value.

Part 2 of last week's bullpen article—evaluating bullpen options in the event that the incumbent or designated closer is traded, injured or otherwise replaced. This article covers Milwaukee through Washington.

This column is the first of two parts that examines which relievers are in line should an incumbent get hurt, traded or replaced and discusses potential scenarios. Arizona through Florida this column; Milwaukee through Washington next column.

Friday the 13th. Perfect for discussing the frightening Orioles, White Sox, Twins, A's, Reds and Astros bullpens.

This column is a quick peek into the Baseball Forecaster's LIMA ratings of relievers for 2012.

Completing the look ahead to 2012, this week the column tackles the western divisions.