Free-agency side dishes (before the turkey)
Buster OlneySo many teams are sitting back and waiting for the completion of the Type A free-agent and possible non-tender markets that there probably won't be a ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 25, 2009
Pujols wins third MVP
Associated PressAlbert Pujols is the unanimous winner of the National League MVP award, becoming the first player to repeat since Barry Bonds won four in a row from 2001-04.
Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009Red Sox in a curious position
Peter Gammons, ESPN.comVoodoo economics, Boras Market make this an interesting winter in Boston.
Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009Meet digital Lincecum, 2.0
Jim Caple, Page 2With another Cy Young (and a drug arrest) under his belt, Jim Caple wonders what the future holds for Tim Lincecum's digital self.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009Right team, wrong Rookie
Rob Neyer, SweetSpot...caps an improbable ride for Bailey, a roster long shot in spring training who wound up making...finished well behind the other two, Porcello and Jeff Niemann. Well behind: Porcello got 64 points, Niemann...
Blog | November 17, 2009Hoyer sure has opportunity in San Diego
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRecently hired Padres general manager Jed Hoyer is now the leading man in San Diego after spending the last several years in the background in Boston.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2009Wilson, Mariners agree to 2 years, $10M
Associated PressThe Mariners will keep shortstop Jack Wilson in Seattle through 2011.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009Is Padres' Gonzalez on block?
Rob Neyer, SweetSpot...be sure it can sign him to a long-term contract before finalizing any trade. And it...that he and Paul DePodesta and perhaps even Jeff Moorad know what should be done. Whether they...
Blog | November 09, 2009Six key matchups for Game 6
Buster Olney...to consider that fatigue is a factor. Pettitte's command early in the game will dictate how long he can go. Pedro Martinez versus the chill: Older pitchers will tell you that pitching in warmer...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 04, 2009
A-Rod starts rally, Pettitte hits RBI single as Yankees claim 2-1 lead over Phillies
Associated PressAlex Rodriguez wound up with a home run after the first instant replay review in World Series history, and the New York Yankees beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-5 on Saturday night for a 2-1 edge.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | October 31, 2009Winter market forecast: A flood of non-tenders
Buster OlneyThe conversations between general managers began accelerating this week, and some have noticed a distinct trend that does not bode well for this winte...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 31, 2009
The leftovers tell us a lot from Game 2
Buster OlneyIt has been a World Series of pitching so far, with the inevitable umpiring controversy sprinkled in. Some leftovers from Game 2: Mariano Rivera is ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 30, 2009
Are Cubs fans in for a treat?
Jon Greenberg, ESPNChicago.comThe Ricketts' family is living every fan's dream. Will Cubs fans be in for a treat?
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009Athletes share Halloween memories
ESPN.comThe Life asks some pro sports personalities about their Halloween memories and favorite costumes.
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2009A new chapter for Lee and Sabathia
Buster OlneyThe old friends pitched against each other in the first game ever at new Yankee Stadium back in April, and then afterward, CC Sabathia took Cliff Lee ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 27, 2009
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