Francona has earned his lofty spot in Red Sox history

Terry Francona has outlasted the legendary Boston star system to quietly become the most successful manager in the history of the Red Sox.

Caught stealing? That's rare with these players

The object isn't just to steal the most bases, it's also to avoid getting caught. Here's a look at baseball's all-time best.

McLaren couldn't fix GM's mistakes

...the Chicago Cubs and the San Diego Padres baseball clubs. Well, at least Riggleman is not Buddy Bell. And it's not like things can get any worse than they are. For the record...

Blog Entry | Conversation | June 19, 2008

The failure dynasties

There have been a lot of losses for the O's, Royals, Pirates, Rays and Nationals over the years. Jonah Keri examines their losing ways.

Manager's impact is tough to gauge

Does a good manager make a team, or vice versa? Other than using wins and losses, a manager's true impact is tough to measure.

Story | Conversation | April 25, 2008

Slow starters in April who rose to play in October

Starting 9 looks back through baseball history and pays homage to nine April laggards who found their mojo in time to play in October.

Soria drawing comparisons to Mo

Joakim Soria was summoned into the office of then-Royals manager Buddy Bell last summer, and Bell and pitching coach Bob McClure explained to Soria that he was going...

Blog Entry | Conversation | April 06, 2008

Is Hillman the difference in K.C.?

...like the Royals, and I can't believe it didn't occur to me until yesterday ... Buddy Bell is gone. Buddy Bell was a loser. I don't mean that in a personal way...

Blog Entry | Conversation | April 04, 2008

Padres 3, Royals 2(10)

Padres 3, Royals 2(10)

Patterson, finding cheap steals

...time, so if you're in the area, check it out as myself, Matthew Berry and Stephania Bell share the fantasy baseball knowledge. Attendance, refreshments and the advice are all free. And it's Vegas...

Blog Entry | Conversation | March 06, 2008

Rangers hope for best from Hamilton, Bradley

The Rangers are taking a chance on new outfielders Josh Hamilton and Milton Bradley, who bring exceptional tools and personal baggage.

Fantasy Camp Notes: Pirate catchers boning up

A.J. Mass has the fantasy spin on the latest spring training news, including the defensive help the Pirate catchers are getting to keep them in the lineup.

The Oscars aren't so different from baseball awards

Jim Caple is perfectly willing to share his Academy Awards choices. Why won't the real voters?

Kansas City Royals fantasy team preview

Christopher Harris previews the Kansas City Royals from a fantasy perspective. There isn't much fantasy value to be found in KC, but there are some names to know.

...City, Mo. Hillman comes to the Royals after managing five seasons in Japan taking over for Buddy Bell who quit at the end of the season. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel