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Slew of signings lie ahead
Buster Olney...hundred sixty-six. And keep in mind that many free agents already have agreed to terms, from Rafael Soriano to Brandon Lyon to Henry Blanco to Alex Cora to Pedro Feliz to others -- about 29...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 13, 2009
Where we stand as winter meetings arrive
Buster Olney...flexibility, writes Geoff Baker. Moves, deals and decisions 1. ESPN colleague Jerry Crasnick reported on Saturday that Rafael Soriano is seriously considering taking arbitration from the Braves. He could make as much as $8 million...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 06, 2009
Kiss 'Em Goodbye: Atlanta Braves
Buster Olney, Baseball Prospectus and Insider staff, ESPN InsiderInsider and Baseball Prospectus collaborate to dissect the demise of the 2009 Atlanta Braves, who set the stage for Bobby Cox to go out a winner next season.
Story | Conversation | October 02, 2009
Type A positive
Buster Olney...agents, along with Matt Holliday, and it was unanimous that the Red Sox will offer him arbitration. Rafael Betancourt, Rockies -- Earning $3.35 million this season with a $5.4 million club option for 2010...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 02, 2009
Rivera, Nathan lead '10 relief rankings
Eric Karabell, ESPN.comEric Karabell reviews each team's bullpen situation this year and previews the closer situations for 2010.
Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009Braves within 2 of wild card after winning for 15th time in last 17 games
Associated PressJair Jurrjens pitched seven outstanding innings, Chipper Jones homered and the Braves beat Florida 4-0 Monday.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | September 28, 2009The King becomes a craftsman
Buster OlneyIt wasn't the optimal situation for a new pitching coach to get to know a star pitcher. In spring training, Felix Hernandez was away from the Mariners...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 25, 2009
The Cy Young cases for Greinke and King Felix
Buster OlneyThis time of year, teams begin to include information in their media dispatches about their various candidates for major awards. The AL Cy Young Award...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 18, 2009
Giambi helps keep Rockies relaxed, rolling
Buster Olney...thirds of his plate appearances since joining the Rockies. "Multiple guys have worn it," Colorado general manager Dan O'Dowd said on Friday morning. The Rockies are running away from the Giants, whose season is...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 12, 2009
Hudson waits out rain, beats Marlins in first start since July '08
Associated PressTim Hudson pitched effectively into the sixth inning in his return to the majors, lifting the Braves to a 4-3 victory over the Marlins on Tuesday night.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | September 01, 2009How Wagner shifted the market
Buster OlneySometime Tuesday morning, the reality of Billy Wagner's circumstances broadsided him. Regardless of whether he stayed with the Mets or not, Wagner alm...
Blog Entry | Conversation | August 26, 2009
Inside another great Colorado run
Buster Olney...more money to add help. Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd sorted through different options and presented...Dowd went shopping for relief help. He grabbed Rafael Betancourt from Cleveland, and lefty Joe Beimel from...
Blog Entry | Conversation | August 25, 2009
McCann's single in 8th proves difference in win over Marlins
Associated PressBrian McCann hit a tie-breaking, two-run single in the eighth inning and matched a career high with five RBIs, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 7-5 victory over the Florida Marlins on Sunday.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | August 23, 2009Why the Yankees are now firing on all cylinders
Buster Olney*Following this post, Buster will be taking a one week break to work on another project, and perhaps even play some King of the Mountain. He'll be bac...
Blog Entry | Conversation | August 15, 2009
Dodgers dropping back to pack
Buster OlneyI hated the Cincinnati Reds as a kid, because they were the Big Red Machine that seemed to zoom past my own favorite team, the Dodgers, giving me litt...
Blog Entry | Conversation | August 09, 2009
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