Trying to capitalize on Standard-based spikes can be unreliable. Brian explains how a strong understanding of Standard demand can inform more long-term speculation.

Julian Biondillo goes off the beaten path with a mono-red Reanimator deck built around Feldon of the Third Path.

Chaz covers things to come in October, analyzing Theros block and M15 and looking to the future of rotation–plus another handy Trader Tools list!

Derek talks about why now is the time to sell, and why waiting will cost you money.

Fate Reforged has arrived and Mike Lanigan is wasting no time getting brewing. He provides some updates to established Standard decks using the new cards and presents a few novel ideas.

Derek takes a look at the cards in and around Fate Reforged that will have the most room for growth after the set is released.

Mike Lanigan eschewed a 5k last weekend in favor of watching coverage from the World Championship. He recaps the strategic lessons he took away.

Mike Lanigan believes Magic is in a great place right now. Between the new SCG events mirroring Grand Prix, a Standard format that is legitimately diverse, and a well-running store, there’s a lot he’s excited about.

Adam scoured the internet for the news you can’t afford to miss. See what he learned about Standard and Legacy movements!

Mike Lanigan missed out on the TCG Invitational this year for a wedding, but he still payed close attention to the metagame developments there. He breaks them down, and covers the new archetypes that emerged.

Mike Lanigan examines the tokens strategy in Standard that appeared at the Pro Tour, and offers his take. The centerpiece of the deck, Purphoros, packs a wallop and may be well positioned financially as well.

Adam studied financial trends, articles, and social media to reach this list of sleepers with rising stock this post-rotation Standard season. Keep an eye on them, because they could easily be the next big thing.