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NL West is better than you might think

Peter Gammons

Two years ago, four of the five teams in the NL West had better than .500 records, and the Rockies and Diamondbacks played in the NLCS. This season, t...

ESPN Insider Blog Entry | Conversation | September 05, 2009

Phils have what most others don't … rotation depth

Peter Gammons

Those who saw Pedro Martinez pitch for Double-A Reading on Wednesday thought he looked better than he has in two years, changing speeds and eye levels...

ESPN Insider Blog Entry | Conversation | August 07, 2009

There's a certain ring to a Hershiser-Bobby V pairing

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

After firing Paul DePodesta, don't be surprised if the Dodgers hire favorite sons Orel Hershiser and Bobby Valentine.

ESPN Insider Story | October 29, 2005

Yanks, Sox must rethink plans

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees and Red Sox need to realize a big payroll doesn't guarantee success and try a new approach.

ESPN Insider Story | October 15, 2005

Mets needed extreme makeover

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

So the Mets overspent and took some risks. Omar Minaya clearly understands what's at stake operating in New York.

Story | January 26, 2005

Grateful Nation trusts Theology

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

A huge cloud has been lifted from the Red Sox during this postseason, and no, it has nothing to do with any curse.

Story | October 26, 2004

The many points of interest

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Lou Piniella to the Mets? Is Mark Mulder's slump serious? Ten big issues for the season's final week.

Story | September 26, 2004

Clubs with spring in their step

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

The Angels are among teams headed toward spring training having made dramatic winter improvements.

Story | January 11, 2004

Deal in owners' hands

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

If A-Rod gets traded to the Red Sox, it will be the doing of John Henry and Tom Hicks.

Story | December 06, 2003

Manager search tall task for Sox

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

With Grady Little now gone, the Red Sox begin the near impossible task of finding a new manager.

Story | October 28, 2003

Yankees begin as frontrunners

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Playoff success usually requires pitching, experience and leadership. Qualities the Yankees have in large amounts.

Story | September 29, 2003

Expos playing with pride, dignity while facing even more injustice

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

After what the owners put them through this season, the Expos are easily the most heroic team of 2003.

Story | September 09, 2003

Cashman, Epstein say they don't feel personal rivalry

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees-Red Sox rivalry is heated, but there's respect between GMs Brian Cashman and Theo Epstein.

Story | August 04, 2003

Everett showing plenty of life

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

After two dismal seasons, both on and off the field, Carl Everett is back and swinging the bat with authority.

Story | June 13, 2003

Notebook: Arms race in NL East

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

It's been the Braves' calling card. But now the Expos and Phillies have the pitching to compete in the NL East.

Story | April 28, 2003