14 Results for john smoltz

Philly soap opera nothing new

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

As I look at the playoff races, the drama in Philly reminds me of '83, when I played for the Phillies.

Story | Conversation | August 11, 2004

MLB needs new save rule

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Now that Eric Gagne's streak is history, it's time to redefine the save rule (plus my take on baseball's best streak).

Story | Conversation | July 08, 2004

Is Gagne's saves streak overrated?

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Is closer Eric Gagne's saves streak a great accomplishment or an overblown statistic? I can see both sides.

Story | Conversation | June 09, 2004

One year later, McKeon eyes repeat

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Led by old-school Jack McKeon, who's been at the helm one year now, the Marlins aim to defend their title.

Story | Conversation | May 19, 2004

MVP, Cy races in photo finish

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Jorge Posada for MVP? Let's revisit the MVP and Cy Young awards races before the photo finish.

Story | Conversation | September 17, 2003

Red Sox angst magnifies Ramirez saga

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Red Sox fans see the Manny Ramirez situation with the perspective of their passionately colored glasses.

Story | Conversation | September 02, 2003

Eyeing the Cy Young and pennant races

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Starters should get preference over closers in Cy Young voting, making Russ the current favorite in the NL.

Story | Conversation | August 27, 2003

Pujols dispels skepticism, eyes MVP

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

After meeting Albert Pujols, I can see why Tony La Russa is singing his praises.

Story | Conversation | August 14, 2003

A great All-Star Game? Yes, but it always counted

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

With the All-Star Game over, I hope I don't have to hear the slogan "This time it counts" anymore.

Story | Conversation | July 16, 2003

Sheffield leads role reversal for new-look Braves

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Gary Sheffield crushing fastballs is a potent symbol of the role reversal of the new-look Braves.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2003

Not second-rate: Soriano on track for rare MVP

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

Alfonso Soriano will become the first second baseman in 44 years to win the American League MVP.

Story | Conversation | April 29, 2003

Expect Angels to pitch to Bonds

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

ESPN's Joe Morgan expects Anaheim to pitch to Barry Bonds and the Giants to win the Series.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2002

Wins, innings pitched matter most toward Cy Young

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

ESPN's Joe Morgan says the Cy Young Award is less about the pitcher's team and more about his production.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2002

In a tie, baseball loses again

Joe Morgan, Special to ESPN.com

The All-Star Game outcome cheated the fans and was another huge loss for Major League Baseball.

Story | Conversation | July 11, 2002