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A whole new ballgame in '06

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

With pitchers and catchers ready to report, Peter Gammons looks ahead to everything new and improved in 2006.

ESPN Insider Story | February 12, 2006

Tough to stay competitive

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

It's never easy in the land of the expansionites. Just ask the D-Backs, Marlins, Devil Rays and Rockies.

ESPN Insider Story | January 13, 2006

Burnett's deal suddenly has an impact

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

A.J. Burnett's deal could mean even more lucrative contracts for next winter's free agents, including one Barry Zito.

ESPN Insider Story | December 07, 2005

Initial deals could ignite market

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

With all of the major power figures in Dallas, the first 24 hours of the winter meetings could set off a number of chain reactions.

ESPN Insider Story | December 04, 2005

Jays aren't done yet

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

B.J. Ryan's rich contract is a sign of more big-spending activity to come -- for the Blue Jays and the rest of baseball.

ESPN Insider Story | November 28, 2005

High-scoring teams take cue from their hitters atop order

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Impact leadoff hitters like Brandon Inge and Johnny Damon are maximizing their value through plate discipline and on-base percentage, Peter Gammons writes.

Story | June 04, 2005

Marlins' staff could own NL East

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Forget the ones that got away (Lee, Rodriguez, Urbina), the Marlins may actually be better this season.

Story | April 19, 2004

Pitching comes first for Yankees

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

When it comes to spending on talent, the Yankees realize the place to start is always with pitching.

Story | November 23, 2003

Meetings big on talk, not action

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Why only one trade at the GM meetings? Because the mindset called for slashing payrolls -- not spending.

Story | November 15, 2003

Every number tells a story

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Some statistical gems from 2003, like Billy Wagner throwing 100-mph heaters with astonishing regularity.

Story | November 12, 2003

Big spenders in short supply

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

General managers head to Phoenix looking to create payroll flexibility before jumping into the free agent market.

Story | November 09, 2003

Union has double standard

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

The Ramirez saga sheds light on how baseball salaries -- and agents -- are out of control.

Story | November 01, 2003

Pitching will keep Marlins strong

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

The Marlins should be good for years to come, with young Josh Beckett leading the way.

Story | October 25, 2003

Clemens once again brilliant

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

After a slow start, Roger Clemens found his rhythm and pitched superbly in perhaps his final game.

Story | October 23, 2003

Players find pressure cookers awaiting in Boston, New York

Peter Gammons, Special to ESPN.com

Being traded to Boston or New York is extremely tough for players from small-market, non-contenders.

Story | August 24, 2003