Orioles' pieces starting to fall in place
Buster Olney...Adam LaRoche ATL (B) Kevin Millar TOR Robb Quinlan LAA Matt Stairs PHI Mike Sweeney SEA Jim Thome LAD Chad Tracy ARZ Third base Adrian Beltre SEA (B) Geoff Blum HOU Craig Counsell MIL...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 26, 2009
Pushing for a minimum payroll threshold
Jayson Stark, ESPN.comCries for a salary cap were sparked by the Yankees' winning the World Series, but what baseball really needs is a minimum payroll threshold.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009Baseball writers get it wrong
Jon Greenberg, ESPNChicago.comGordon Bekcham made the strongest case for AL Rookie of the Year award.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2009The significance of the Mauer market
Buster OlneyThe agent for Joe Mauer wouldn't characterize the state of the catcher's negotiations with the Twins on Thursday, or discuss them in any way, which is...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 13, 2009
Executives chime in on offseason topics
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs the hot stove season gets under way, ESPN.com surveys executives in the game on eight notable questions that will play out in the coming weeks.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 200927 titles, 27 World Series facts
David Schoenfield, Page 2In honor of the Yankees' 27th title, Page 2 presents 27 Fall Classic factoids that no one thought of but us.
Story | Conversation | November 05, 2009Dodgers fall short of big expectations
Jorge Arangure Jr., ESPN The MagazineThe Dodgers, who expected great things this season, were left with sadness and questions after another NLCS defeat to the Phillies.
Story | Conversation | October 21, 2009Colletti, Dodgers agree on deal
Associated PressDodgers general manager Ned Colletti agreed to an extension on Tuesday.
Story | Conversation | October 20, 2009Phillies' comeback all about people, J-Roll
Peter Gammons...to people." As Rollins strolled to the plate, Manuel caught the eye of his longtime friend Jim Thome in the Dodgers dugout. Charlie pointed to Rollins and nodded toward Thome. "I was telling him...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 20, 2009
Lee's arm, Howard and Werth's bats propel Phils
Associated PressCliff Lee dominated as the Phillies routed the Dodgers to take a 2-1 lead in the NL Championship Series.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | October 18, 2009When Pedro's away, Dodgers play
Jayson Stark, ESPN.comThe Dodgers couldn't figure out Pedro Martinez, but once he exited, L.A. began to stir -- and posted a stirring come-from-behind victory over the Phillies to even the NLCS at one win apiece.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009L.A. brings momentum for trip to Philly
Eric Neel, ESPN.comEven though Cliff Lee will be waiting in Philly, the Dodgers feel good heading into Game 3 of the NLCS.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009Ruiz highlights five-run inning as Phillies strike first in NLCS
Associated PressCarlos Ruiz's three-run homer highlighted a five-run fifth inning, Raul Ibanez added a three-run shot in the eighth and the Philadelphia beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-6 on Thursday night to win the opener of the NL championship series.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | October 15, 2009Top 10 matchups of the LCS
Buster OlneyHere's what I see as the top 10 matchups of the league championship series: The Dodgers' left-handed relievers versus the Phillies' left-handed hitte...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 15, 2009
Angels' Hunter embraces leadership role
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAlong with having a big season offensively, Torii Hunter has displayed a fiery side in his role as a leader with the Angels.
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