Franco gets out of jam; Sturtze does not
In a seesaw thriller, the Mets beat the Yankees 10-9 at Shea Stadium on Saturday.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | July 03, 2004Maddon asked plate ump to check Blanton's hat
...postseason, Blanton had two hits in his major league career -- in 33 at-bats -- and no extra-base hits. But he became the 14th pitcher in history to homer in a World Series. Blanton was...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 26, 2008Rollins' homer sparks Phillies to first World Series berth in 15 years
Associated PressJimmy Rollins got the Phillies rollin' with a leadoff homer and they kept right on going. Next stop, the World Series.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | October 15, 2008Rays win a time-consuming, tension-filled affair to even series
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn the latest "pinch us" moment from a feel-good season, the Rays pulled even in the ALCS with a 9-8, 11-inning victory over the Red Sox.
Story | Conversation | October 11, 2008KAZ MATSUI IS 'NEXT'
Tim KurkjianThe talent surge Kaz represents doesn't stop with baseball, or Japan.
Story | Conversation | October 10, 2008Upton's two homers set tone as Rays wrap up spot in ALCS
Associated PressWorst in the majors last year, the Rays will play for a spot in the World Series after finishing off the White Sox 6-2 Monday in Game 4 of the AL playoffs.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | October 06, 2008White Sox show at least one Chicago team willing to fight
Wayne Drehs, ESPN.comThe White Sox again stared elimination in the face and, unlike the Cubs, answered the bell, writes Wayne Drehs.
Story | Conversation | October 05, 2008Young Dodgers are showing confidence of veteran team
Wayne Drehs, ESPN.comAfter back-to-back blowout victories over the Cubs, the team many considered the best in the NL, the Dodgers have every intention of ending this series on the West Coast and playing in their first NLCS in 20 years.
Story | Conversation | October 02, 2008
Manny Being Manipulated
Bill SimmonsWhy was the most intriguing figure of the 2008 postseason shown the door in Boston? Bill Simmons fingers the real villain.
Story | October 01, 2008Angels' Hunter says MLB's homer dip result of steroid testing
Associated PressHome runs in the major leagues dropped this year to their lowest level since 1993, and Angels center fielder Torii Hunter thinks he might know why.
Story | Conversation | September 29, 2008Johjima's 3-run shot paces early lead as Mariners roll by A's
Associated PressMariners 7, Athletics 3
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | September 27, 2008Mets score with two outs in ninth for crucial victory
Associated PressCarlos Beltran singled home the winning run with two outs in the ninth inning and the Mets rallied past the Cubs 7-6 on Thursday night for a huge win that halted their late-season slide.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | September 25, 2008Champion Red Sox grasp playoff berth, earn chance to defend title
Associated PressThe World Series champion Boston Red Sox are back in the playoffs, thanks to a 5-4 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Tuesday night that clinched at least a wild-card berth.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | September 23, 2008Manny making impact on field, in clubhouse
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Manny being Manny" has taken on new meaning in L.A., where Manny Ramirez has been the Dodgers' leading man -- an RBI machine at the plate and Mr. Congeniality in the clubhouse.
Story | Conversation | September 16, 2008Desperate Yanks back Ponson with 2 homers, halt Mariners
Associated PressBobby Abreu homered and drove in three runs and the Yankees beat the Mariners 7-4 on Saturday night.
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