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Jay Jaffe looks at the Hall of Fame candidacy of Edgar Martinez and explains why the Mariners legend, one of the greatest hitters ever, deserves to get the Cooperstown nod.

Story | Conversation | December 30, 2010

Everybody knew Buster Posey could hit. Frankly, that was his defining characteristic. But the greater test is when the league has a book on you, and weaknesses emerge. Well, good luck with Posey, who can take any pitch and do some damage.

Blog | Conversation | July 27, 2010

Keith Law looks at the 2010 MLB HOF selection process, and essentially wonders how Andre Dawson leaped over Roberto Alomar, Edgar Martinez and Tim Raines -- maybe because Jim Rice lowered the bar last year?

Blog | Conversation | January 07, 2010

Who's in? Who's out? The debate boils down to a few simple graphs.

Story | Conversation | January 05, 2010

I haven't even gotten my Hall of Fame ballot in the mail yet. But how come I already have the impression Fred McGriff's candidacy is going to get trampled in the Roberto Alomar/Barry Larkin/Edgar Martinez debate? I haven't decided yet whether I'm ...

Blog | Conversation | November 30, 2009

I don't have a ballot for the Hall of Fame yet -- just nine years to go -- but if I did, my ballot would include: Tim Raines, Mark McGwire, Bert Blyleven, Alan Trammell, Roberto Alomar, Edgar Martinez and Barry Larkin. I've written abou...

Blog | November 30, 2009

Keith Law won't be a Hall of Fame voter for another nine years, but that doesn't mean he can't opine about worthy (and unworthy) candidates for next year's inductions, including Mark McGwire, Tim Raines, Bert Blyleven and Edgar Martinez.

Blog | Conversation | November 30, 2009

If Florida falls out of the playoff race early next year, look for it to deal ace pitcher Josh Johnson, much like Cleveland dealt Cliff Lee. Plus news and notes from around MLB and winter leagues and a defense of Buster's stance on Edgar Martinez.

Blog | Conversation | November 29, 2009

As Edgar Martinez is coming up for a HOF vote this year, La Esquina looks at why he may or many not, make it in. Complete with a survey of seven BWAA writers.

Blog | Conversation | November 20, 2009

In response to your e-mails, Rob Neyer revised his all-time DH list. Is Edgar Martinez still No. 1?

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2005

Despite being a truly great hitter, Edgar Martinez falls short when it comes to Hall of Fame consideration.

Story | Conversation | August 09, 2004

I'm saddened by the sudden retirement of Edgar Martinez, who is one of the three best DHs ever (if not the best).

Story | Conversation | August 09, 2004

ESPN Insider has the latest news and notes from around MLB.

Story | Conversation | September 26, 2003

ESPN Insider has the latest news and notes from around MLB.

Story | Conversation | June 02, 2003

Jerry Manuel needs to fight for his players. Plus notes on Paul Konerko, Kaz Sasaki, Ramiro Mendoza and more.

Story | Conversation | April 25, 2003