Faltering bullpen at root of Boston's struggles
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith their once-comfortable AL East lead nearly gone, the Red Sox are struggling for answers as they try to avoid a '78-like collapse.
Story | Conversation | September 20, 2007Lester finally realizes long-awaited return to majors
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comJon Lester's inspirational story of defeating lymphoma finally has come full circle now that he's back with the Red Sox.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2007Those 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, 2006Best-built benches
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comDepth takes on added significance in the final two months, so Sean McAdam scoured the rosters to find the five best benches among the many contenders.
Story | Conversation | August 09, 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, 2006Bullpen moves may hurt Mets' rotation
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comIn an attempt to bolster their bullpen, the Mets may have inadvertently weakened their starting rotation in the process, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | February 28, 2006Experience is the greatest teacher
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comEric Wedge's job this spring is to make the Indians forget last September's slide, writes Sean McAdam. • Rob Neyer
Story | Conversation | February 14, 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, 2005White Sox's approach unlikely to sway others
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comCould a trend toward extending starting pitchers develop after the success the White Sox's starters have had this postseason?
Story | Conversation | October 20, 2005Red Sox not short on confidence
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comNo margin for error. No games to give. Win or else. That's just the way the Red Sox like it, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | October 06, 2005AL playoff spots up for grabs
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comSix American League teams still have a realistic shot at playing in the postseason.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2005Searching for starters, closers, power bats
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comAddressing the single biggest needs for contending teams as the trading deadline draws closer.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 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, 2005Red Sox, Yankees no longer playoff givens
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith the Red Sox and Yankees looking old and vulnerable, the AL playoff race is officially up for grabs.
Story | Conversation | May 04, 2005GMs throw cash to the wind
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comSo much for fiscal restraint. Free-agent signings like J.D. Drew are proof the money is flowing nicely in MLB.
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