Will Varitek be behind the plate in '09?
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe healthy returns of Mike Lowell and David Ortiz would go a long way toward improving the middle of the Red Sox lineup.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2008Jays' rotation has taken some hits
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comIf the Blue Jays are going to be competitive in the AL East, they'll need to beef up their lineup.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2008Wide-open division races should make for a compelling finish
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith five of the six division races still very much up for grabs, which teams hold a scheduling advantage over the final eight weeks of the regular season?
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2008Angels thrilled about Teixeira deal
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comDespite being a lock for the playoffs, the Angels acted as aggressively to get Mark Teixeira as they play on the field.
Story | Conversation | July 29, 2008Speedy, studious Ellsbury adds new dimension to Red Sox
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comJacoby Ellsbury began his major league career by stealing 25 bases before finally getting caught. What's his secret? He's both fast and well-prepared.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 2008Preparation truly defines Ramirez's offensive approach
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comManny Ramirez's personality doesn't come close to showing how prepared and how great a hitter he actually is.
Story | Conversation | May 11, 2008With high-priced arms, a hefty amount of risk
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWhile the game's highest-paid position players generally prove to be good investments, the same can hardly be said about the highest-paid pitchers.
Story | Conversation | February 11, 2008Players tend to produce less as they enter mid-to-late 30s
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comDon't expect the Red Sox to offer Mike Lowell a four-year contract. They fear paying premium money for declining performance.
Story | Conversation | November 15, 2007Faltering bullpen at root of Boston's struggles
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith their once-comfortable AL East lead nearly gone, the Red Sox are struggling for answers as they try to avoid a '78-like collapse.
Story | Conversation | September 20, 2007The kids are all right
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comHow times have changed for the Yankees and Red Sox. Both clubs are reaping the benefits of promoting their homegrown talent.
Story | Conversation | September 13, 2007Jays no longer playing second fiddle to Yanks, Sox
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith Vernon Wells and Roy Halladay signed for the long term, the Blue Jays have shown an ability to keep their best players.
Story | Conversation | January 09, 2007Current market could spark flurry of trades
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comWith such big money being spent on free agents, trades could be the way to go for many teams this offseason.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2006Relief help may be key to offseason
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Red Sox have plenty of work to do if they are to keep pace with the rest of the American League.
Story | Conversation | November 15, 2006Baseball is healthy, but free agency is dying
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe era of the deep free-agent market, providing quick fixes for those with deep pockets, is likely over for good, writes Sean McAdam.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2006Those that fell far short of expectations
Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.comThe Indians are among five teams that were expected to be contenders, but instead have disappointed.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006EDITOR'S PICKS
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