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Astros' first order of business: Re-sign Wolf

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Nothing would help the Astros more than re-signing left-hander Randy Wolf and adding another quality starter.

Story | Conversation | November 06, 2008

Zambrano, Harden ready for October

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden are both coming back from arm trouble, but Phil Rogers says both are fine and ready for the postseason.

Story | Conversation | September 14, 2008

Astros should focus on rebuilding, not contending

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

New Astros GM Ed Wade should focus his attention in 2008 on rebuilding a depleted farm system.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2007

Cardinals still eyeing playoffs despite arduous season

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

In a season filled with setback after setback both on and off the field, the Cardinals remain very much alive in the NL Central race.

Story | Conversation | September 10, 2007

Relocating a team to Portland makes sense

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

An appealing market that makes geographic sense is a big reason why Portland, Ore., should be a serious candidate to land a big-league team.

Story | Conversation | January 11, 2007

This market could be a tad pricey

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

With a new labor agreement and record revenue and attendance, this might be the best year to be a free agent since the insanity of 2000.

Story | Conversation | November 08, 2006

Can't pitch around ChiSox's 3-4-5 hitters

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

While other thunder-makers get more attention, the White Sox have quietly assembled the best 3-4-5 combination in the majors, writes Phil Rogers.

Story | Conversation | August 22, 2006

Up, down and everything in between

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Phil Rogers takes a glance at what lies ahead for all 30 teams heading into the second half of the season.

Story | Conversation | July 11, 2006

Cards on another level

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The Astros may be the sentimental favorites, but the Cardinals are playing baseball on another level. • NLCS page

Story | Conversation | October 10, 2005

No one saw the Indians coming

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Once down and nearly forgotten, the Indians are suddenly challenging for the AL Central crown.

Story | Conversation | September 19, 2005

Toeing rubber for NL team the way to go

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Pitching in the American League is a far more dangerous task than pitching in the National League.

Story | Conversation | September 12, 2005

Even with Clemens, Astros far from a contender

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Despite Roger Clemens' dominance, the Astros have thus far been a team in serious need of help.

Story | Conversation | May 02, 2005

Health woes could leave Cubs in a bind

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

With the health of both Mark Prior and Kerry Wood in question, the Cubs are holding their collective breath.

Story | Conversation | March 15, 2005

Munro rested for key start

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Unlike the other Astros starters, Pete Munro is at least rested for the biggest start of his life.

Story | Conversation | October 14, 2004

Clemens, Oswalt a formidable pair

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Led by Roger Clemens and Roy Oswalt, the Astros' starting staff is the best among NL playoff teams.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2004