Phillies appear primed to repeat as champs
Peter Gammons...and aren't likely to be intimidated by the formidable aura of Yankeeology. The fact that Brad Lidge (4 IP, 1 H, 0 R), Ryan Madson (6 IP, 8 K) and Chad Durbin (4...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 24, 2009
Phillies' comeback all about people, J-Roll
Peter GammonsPHILADELPHIA -- The boys in the bullpen started rising when Jonathan Broxton went 2-0 on Matt Stairs. "If he pitches around Stairs," someone yelled, "...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 20, 2009
Rivera just keeps on ticking … and dominating
Peter GammonsThe job is like being a steeplejack. We've watched Brad Lidge go from World Series hero to suspended animation to three straight postseason saves. We have seen...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 16, 2009
Reaping rewards of improved defensive efficiency
Peter GammonsIt was last winter that Jim Leyland said the first thing the Tigers had to address was their defense. General manager Dave Dombrowski traded for Geral...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 01, 2009The road to success begins with youth
Peter Gammons, ESPNDeveloping and leaning on young players is a sound philosophy for a successful organization.
Story | Conversation | March 31, 2009Phillies comfortable in role as defending champs
Peter GammonsCLEARWATER, Fla. -- One of the most unfortunate things about the 2008 World Series is that it was drowned and delayed, with weather and the hubbub of ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | February 20, 2009Hamilton headlines top '08 story lines
Peter Gammons...story lines. The Phillies, with their resolute determination and "Upstairs, Downstairs" combination of Cole Hamels and Brad Lidge, clearly deserved what they won. We all enjoyed the rides provided by the leagues' winningest teams...
Blog Entry | Conversation | January 01, 2009Lure of Yankees draws Pettitte in; Red Sox have issues
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comYankee Stadium is a different place than it was in the 1980's, and it's more than just money that's attracting players to the Pinstripes.
Story | Conversation | December 09, 2006Contenders' highs and lows
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comEvery team bidding for a spot in the postseason has good parts and bad parts.
Story | September 11, 2005
Bullpen sparks Cubs' surge
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comThe Cubs' bullpen has been a huge key to the club's revival over the last month, writes Peter Gammons.
Story | June 12, 2005Award winners for 2004
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comVladimir Guerrero and Barry Bonds are this season's MVPs, at least on Peter Gammons' ballot.
Story | October 04, 2004Uncertainty reigns in races
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comBreaking down the teams that remain in the mix as the postseason slowly comes into focus.
Story | October 02, 2004Royals facing several hurdles
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comCarlos Beltran is the biggest name on the trading block. The problem for KC? Most teams need pitching.
Story | June 14, 2004Expectations high with Astros
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comThe Astros know they'll be in for a dogfight in the NL Central with the pitching-rich Cubs and talented Cardinals.
Story | March 28, 2004Clubs with spring in their step
Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.comThe Angels are among teams headed toward spring training having made dramatic winter improvements.
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