Hoffman will add to record in 2010
Rob Neyer, SweetSpot...266 Jason Isringhausen: .284 Francisco Cordero: .308 Joe Nathan: .253 Francisco Rodriguez: .269 Brad Lidge: .319 Eddie Guardado: .284 Jose Valverde: .273 There's a selection bias here, of course; pitchers who give...
Blog | October 05, 2009Elite closers keep the ball in the yard
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderThere are a number of outstanding closers in the majors, but only two should be considered elite: Mariano Rivera and Joe Nathan.
Story | Conversation | August 14, 2006
What were they thinking?
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderWhat were they thinking? It's a whole new season, but managers are still making the same old mistakes.
Story | Conversation | April 05, 2006
Future is bleak for Kansas City
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderThe Royals have become chronic losers, and it looks like they will be bad for a while.
Story | Conversation | August 16, 2005
Red Sox have edge over Yankees
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderThe Yankees and Red Sox have performed roughly as we should have expected.
Story | Conversation | July 14, 2005
Ninth inning is special
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderIn the past five seasons, some competent middle relievers have developed into outstanding closers.
Story | Conversation | April 25, 2005
M's have huge hill to climb
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderAdrian Beltre and Richie Sexson will make the Mariners a better team, but not a great team.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2004
Hawkins set up to fail?
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderLaTroy Hawkins' meltdown against the Cardinals raises questions about his ability to be a top-flight closer.
Story | Conversation | July 21, 2004
Gagne a true convert
Rob Neyer, ESPN InsiderNot all saves are created equally.That's why Eric Gagne's streak is both better and worse than you might think.
Story | Conversation | July 01, 2004
What to expect from Twins, Red Sox
Rob Neyer, ESPN.comThe Twins and Red Sox are two teams to watch closely to see if both can repeat their success from a year ago.
Story | Conversation | March 09, 2004Sizing up the good ... and the bad
Rob Neyer, ESPN.comWhile the Angels, among others, have made significant additions, the White Sox are among clubs to have lost talent.
Story | Conversation | March 05, 2004Royals' offseason filled with positives
Rob Neyer, ESPN.comAdding Juan Gonzalez to their lineup could potentially be a huge upgrade for the Royals in 2004.
Story | Conversation | January 05, 2004M's fortunate to not have Vizquel
Rob Neyer, ESPN.comIt's for the Mariners' best that their attempt of acquiring Omar Vizquel fell through.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2003Twins simply not using their talent correctly
Rob Neyer, ESPN.comAfter advancing to the postseason last year, the Twins are struggling to find that winning consistency this season.
Story | Conversation | July 09, 2003Don't count the Twins out come October
Rob Neyer, ESPN.comThe Twins are winning with their bats and now Joe Mays and Brad Radke are perhaps back to help out the rotation.
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