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As the ball settled into Prince Fielder's glove Thursday, the Yankees' offseason officially began. And, as Buster Olney writes, there are a number of crucial needs that must be addressed.

Blog | Conversation | October 19, 2012

DETROIT -- The postseason is a fun time for conspiracy theories, especially when there are ALCS Game 4 rainouts to wade through, and there were many theories flying around at Comerica Park on Wednesday, like Bigfoot sightings. For example: 1. Yan...

Blog | October 18, 2012

The conspiracy theories have been drifting around Alex Rodriguez, but the real reason for his absence in the lineup, and his future career with the Yankees, isn't that hard to figure out.

Blog | Conversation | October 18, 2012

The Yankees have hit so poorly that they now find themselves in a 3-0 hole. But they can fall back on some slivers of hope. For one, they couldn't possibly hit any worse. And two, they've seen the impossible happen when it happened to them.

Blog | Conversation | October 17, 2012

After a crucial call was missed in Game 2 of the ALCS -- one that led to the ejection of Joe Girardi -- the Yankees manager called for more instant replay. As Buster Olney writes, it's time for MLB to take the necessary steps to embrace the technology.

Blog | Conversation | October 15, 2012

The most intriguing matchups in the upcoming league championship series: 1. The Cardinals' immortality versus the Giants' immortality The Cardinals have been on the bad side of four match points in the last 13 months, and after Friday nig...

Blog | October 13, 2012

Buster Olney breaks down the most intriguing matchups of the ALCS and NLCS.

Blog | Conversation | October 13, 2012

Dave Cameron of FanGraphs breaks fown the key players and matchups in the ALCS between the Detroit Tigers and New York Yankees.

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2012

When Raul Ibanez pinch-hit for the Alex Rodriguez in Game 3 of the ALDS, it signified the start of something new. As Buster Olney writes, the pressure is off A-Rod as he begins a new role with the Yankees.

Blog | Conversation | October 11, 2012

It's been a circuitous path to stardom for Texas Rangers outfielder Nelson Cruz. So many times he could have just given up or pouted because it was taking so long for him to make the major leagues. Last week he became the ALCS Most Valuable Player af...

Blog | October 19, 2011

With the World Series now set, Buster Olney previews the 10 biggest matchups between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers. Plus, Theo Epstein to the Cubs should be resolved soon, Frank McCourt may have settled his divorce, and other MLB notes.

Blog | Conversation | October 17, 2011

Buster Olney writes that the Texas Rangers advanced to the World Series on a series of shrewd moves after missing out on Cliff Lee in the offseason. Plus, notes from the NLCS and other news from around MLB.

Blog | Conversation | October 16, 2011

In retrospect, it could have been a monumental error. After injuring his left oblique in Game 1 of the ALCS, Detroit Tigers left fielder Delmon Young was placed on the disabled list, effectively eliminating him from the series. Oddly enough, team...

Blog | October 15, 2011

Buster Olney writes that, according to CC Sabathia's agent, the pitcher's only focus right now is reaching an agreement with the Yankees. However, Buster adds that if CC does hit the open market, teams like Texas, the Cubs and Angels could enter the mix.

Blog | Conversation | October 15, 2011

Carson Cistulli of FanGraphs takes a look at one ground ball that completely changed the complexion of ALCS Game 5. Chance events have more impact than one would think -- especially during the playoffs.

Story | Conversation | October 14, 2011

One of the charms of Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington is his rapport with his players and his ability to stay loose, even under extreme pressure. He always seems to be smiling, shaking hands or laughing. Reds manager Dusty Baker is much the same ...

Blog | October 13, 2011