Hit Parade

08/31/2010 8:00 PM - 

The critical time of season is here, both on the diamond and in fantasy; in the on-field game, the pennant chases are heating up, and in fantasy, many leagues — especially head-to-head — are entering their playoffs or stretch runs. A key date in the season arrives Wednesday: Sept. 1.

That date, naturally, has significance in baseball because it’s the day rosters expand to 40 players, not to mention the day after postseason rosters officially lock, meaning no more trades/waiver moves for players who will be playoff-eligible. It’s a good thing Manny Ramirez changed teams when he did; 48 hours later and he’d be sitting on the Chicago White Sox bench in October if his team reaches the playoffs!

SOURCE: ESPN