Duensing among unlikely September stars
Buster OlneyThe crises come daily in the pennant races, and all the stuff that really matters at the outset of spring training -- pedigree, salary, past statistic...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 22, 2009
Kennedy, Freeman AFL-bound
Jason Grey, ESPN.comJason Grey takes a further look at more prospects who will be playing in the Arizona Fall League.
Story | Conversation | August 26, 2009
Three Strikes: The Pie cycle
Jayson StarkSTRIKE ONE -- IT'S ALL CYCLICAL DEPT. We've seen some unlikely guys hit for the cycle here at Three Strikes World Headquarters. But Felix Pie's adven...
Blog Entry | Conversation | August 17, 2009
Swine flu should concern baseball
Buster OlneyVicente Padilla has swine flu, and other Rangers may be diagnosed with the same illness -- but so far, none of the cases are thought to be serious. ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | July 25, 2009
Piniella confronts Bradley, seeks change
Television producers and directors like to focus on Lou Piniella because the Cubs manager is often like an active volcano, his anger coming in discern...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 27, 2009
Can you believe in Whitesell?
Jason Grey, ESPN.comJason Grey digs deep into AL- and NL-only leagues and takes a closer look at Josh Whitesell, who was recently called up by the Diamondbacks.
Story | Conversation | May 10, 2009
Gwynn has high praise for Strasburg
Early in the season, Tony Gwynn worked diligently to tamp down the hoopla around Stephen Strasburg, for the sake of his junior pitcher. But now, with ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 03, 2009
If You're Hardcore: Podsednik back, but not nearly as fast
Jason Grey, ESPN.comJason Grey digs deep into AL- and NL-only leagues and finds some potential diamonds, and he discusses whether to add Scott Podsednik.
Story | Conversation | May 03, 2009
Steroids talk kept alive by more than just media
...was about Rodriguez and his steroid use. The students asked more questions about Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Mark McGwire and steroids. The first time I heard hints from players about possible steroid use in baseball...
Blog Entry | Conversation | April 29, 2009
A's having trouble with left-handers
Special to ESPN.comThe A's face the Yankees and Andy Pettitte on Monday, which doesn't bode well for Oakland since it has struggled so far this season against lefties.
Story | Conversation | April 19, 2009
Diminished skills aside, Sheff can still help Mets
Buster OlneyDarryl Strawberry's physical regression in his late 30s was evident every time he had to run in something other than a straight line -- when he pursue...
Blog Entry | Conversation | April 04, 2009
Ellis' offseason deal looks smart
Buster OlneyMark Ellis likes playing for the Oakland Athletics and appreciates the way they have dealt with him during...
Blog Entry | Conversation | March 29, 2009
Ten players to watch in 2009
...that the Rangers would have a difficult time getting a good package of players in return for Mark Teixeira, but in the end, Texas did very well -- and this is the guy who was regarded...
Blog Entry | Conversation | March 22, 2009
30/30: Orioles bet on vets
ESPN Stats & Information, Special to InsiderIn a winter that saw baseball general managers shy away from paying the big bucks for aging veterans, the Orioles felt that Brian Roberts was worthy of a four-year extension.
Story | Conversation | March 16, 2009
Liriano 'more of a complete pitcher now'
Buster OlneyFrancisco Liriano's delivery always will have mechanical potholes, the kind of flaws that can wreck the undercarriage of a long, prosperous career. Th...
Blog Entry | Conversation | March 03, 2009
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