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Even if your team isn't in the pennant race, September is an important month. Here is what each American League team hopes to accomplish in the final month. Boston Red Sox: As the Red Sox enter the season's final stretch, Terry Francona's focus wi...

New York Yankees (29-23) For all the dithering and complaining that's been going on in the Bronx, the Yankees have the second-best record in the American League, propelled by the best offense in baseball. Russell Martin (.253/.363/.479) has been ...

Baltimore Orioles Zach Britton was supposed to start the year in the minors but injuries to Baltimore's rotation forced his promotion. In five starts he is 4-1 with a 2.84 ERA. He is a ground ball pitcher (57.3 GB percent) who has already induced fi...

Oh, how things have changed this week. The Phillies surged back into the NL East race, the Yankees suddenly appear postseason bound and the D-backs went from favorite to underdogs in the NL West.

With two playoff teams from last year, the AL Central is the majors' hottest division. But will it continue its success in '07?

Story | Conversation | January 24, 2007

Plenty can be learned from a fantasy baseball symposium and some Arizona Fall League games.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2005

While stars rule the headlines, lesser-known players have always stepped up in the clutch to help teams capture glory.

Story | Conversation | October 21, 2005

Even though the Indians missed the playoffs, they still managed to accomplish a lot this season.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2005

We're down to nine AL playoff possibilites, and Rob Neyer is looking forward to an interesting Monday.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2005

Rob Neyer examines 16 possible combinations of final standings involving the Indians, Red Sox and Yankees.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2005

Nothing is guaranteed, but the Indians should win the American League wild card.

Story | Conversation | September 28, 2005

There's a reason teams overpay for starting pitching year after year: Proven VeteransTM Syndrome.

Story | Conversation | September 21, 2005

The American League and National League wild-card races are finally sorting themselves out.

Story | Conversation | September 09, 2005

Eight AL teams still have legitimate postseason hopes, but the White Sox are the favorites.

Story | Conversation | August 15, 2005

Who is the greatest third baseman in history? Here's a hint: He played for the Phillies.

Story | Conversation | July 29, 2005

With apologies to Lou Whitaker and Bobby Grich, here are the top 10 second basemen in history.

Story | Conversation | July 28, 2005