Matchup to watch: Pujols vs. Halladay
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineWhen players were asked which hitter-pitcher matchup they'd stop to watch, one dominated the rest: Albert Pujols vs. Roy Halladay.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 2009Ohlendorf brimming with intelligence
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazinePirates pitcher Ross Ohlendorf, a Princeton graduate, might be the smartest guy in any room he enters. For proof, just read his senior thesis.
Story | Conversation | June 04, 2009Reliving the Randy Johnson experience
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineWhat's it like to face one of the most intimidating pitchers ever? Ask the hitters who've stood in the batter's box against Randy Johnson.
Story | Conversation | June 02, 2009Witnessing a renaissance at third base
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineThe hot corner has never been so hot. We've got some supremely talented third basemen in the game right now.
Story | Conversation | May 15, 2009Jones remains familiar face in Atlanta
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineA lot has changed in Atlanta, but not Chipper Jones, who is still with the Braves and has no intention of going anyplace else.
Story | Conversation | February 22, 2009Give up? It's not in Smoltz's DNA
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineWhat keeps John Smoltz coming back for more year after year? His insatiable appetite for competition.
Story | Conversation | January 08, 2009Yankees will be must-see TV
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineAn offseason of big spending and a move into a brand-new stadium make the Yankees the most fascinating story heading into the 2009 season.
Story | Conversation | January 02, 2009Identifying deserving All-Stars a tall task
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineA position-by-position breakdown of the players who should be All-Star starters and reserves.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2008On-field celebrations sadly here to stay
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineOn-field celebrations have become the norm over the past decade or so, much to the chagrin of many veteran and retired players.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2008FIREPOWER
Tim KurkjianBatters always look for fastballs from Curt Schilling. He likes it that way.
Story | Conversation | February 15, 2008Four could reach 500-HR mark this season
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineFour players could reach the 500 mark this season, and another 20 have a chance -- an outside chance for some -- to achieve the feat.
Story | Conversation | May 08, 2007When making predictions, just flip a coin
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineThe Cubs could win the NL Central or finish fifth in the division. Yeah, it's one of those years that's just impossible to make predictions.
Story | Conversation | March 30, 2007Battles will be on for several open spots
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineFrom the Angels' first base job to the Red Sox's closer role, many starting spots will be up for grabs this spring.
Story | Conversation | February 14, 2007Ultracompetitive Ripken changed the game
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineWith his power, perseverance and presence, Cal Ripken was unlike any shortstop who's ever played the game.
Story | Conversation | December 27, 2006Players who must perform down stretch
Tim Kurkjian, ESPN The MagazineFrom Justin Verlander to Mark Buehrle to Bronson Arroyo, several players need to step up in the month of September.
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