Wide-open division races should make for a compelling finish
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith five of the six division races still very much up for grabs, which teams hold a scheduling advantage over the final eight weeks of the regular season?
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2008By adding Soriano, expectations rise for Cubs
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith his combination of both power and speed, expect Alfonso Soriano to provide an offensive jolt to the Cubs' lineup in '07.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2007Blind bidding process first step to signing Matsuzaka
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comJapanese pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka is expected to be highly pursued this offseason, but it's not a certainty he'll pitch in the majors in 2007.
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2006Piniella not a shoo-in to land a managerial job
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWill Lou Piniella land a managerial job for the '07 season? How about Joe Girardi? Sean McAdam sizes up the four vacant posts.
Story | Conversation | October 10, 2006Those that fell far short of expectations
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Indians are among five teams that were expected to be contenders, but instead have disappointed.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006Hope returns to Detroit, Cincinnati
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comAs the season approaches the quarter pole, here's a look at the most surprising and disappointing developments.
Story | Conversation | May 11, 2006Teams that have much in reserve
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Dodgers are among the few teams that will enter the '06 season with a number of quality bench players, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | March 20, 2006Old memories die hard
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comJust because Grady Little is wearing Dodger blue now doesn't mean Red Sox Nation has forgiven him, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | March 12, 2006If healthy, Garciaparra should help Dodgers
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comOnce considered to be among the game's elite players, Nomar Garciaparra will enter 2006 seeking to regain his former status.
Story | Conversation | January 31, 2006Far from a buyer's market this winter
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comMoney will be spent, but without any franchise players available, it's a down year for free agency.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2005First class all the way
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comLife on the road is better than it has ever been for major league baseball players, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | June 10, 2005Uncovering the bargains
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comNomar Garciaparra leads a group of players who could prove to be big bargains in the '05 season.
Story | Conversation | January 05, 2005Nomar could undoubtedly excel again
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comIf healthy, Nomar Garciaparra could return to being an elite players again for the Cubs in 2005.
Story | Conversation | December 08, 2004Wild cards most compelling
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comSix weeks left. Eight playoff spots up for grabs. Which races are over and which ones will go down to the wire?
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2004Big Unit remains the big prize
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comAs the July 31 trading deadline approaches, there are a large number of teams looking to acquire players.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 2004EDITOR'S PICKS

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