Brandon for Brandon creates two winners
Keith Law...a win at most to the Mariners, and while he could free them up to trade Mark Lowe, I don't see him as a long-term solution at closer unless he improves from...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 23, 2009
Rice swung and missed on Jeter
Buster OlneyOn a Saturday afternoon a few weeks ago, I happened across a YES Network broadcast of Yankee Ron Guidry's 18-strikeout game against the California Ang...
Blog Entry | Conversation | August 23, 2009
Teagarden a nice prospect
Jason Grey, ESPN.comJason Grey offers up sleepers and pickups for AL- and NL-only leagues and notes that Taylor Teagarden could have a second-half impact.
Story | Conversation | July 05, 2009
For Fehr it was union first, always at a cost
Former baseball players' association head Donald Fehr had a knack for never saying what baseball fans wanted to hear. He was the embodiment of fine pr...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 23, 2009
A new diagnosis becomes medically hip
Four or five years ago, I worked on a story about pitching's impact on kids in youth leagues. One doctor detailed his theories as to why there has bee...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 24, 2009
These seven teams just made a statement
It was a weekend of separation, a weekend of confirmation and an important weekend for: The Blue Jays. Toronto second baseman Aaron Hill marveled ear...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 18, 2009
BP Daily: Mariners have a title shot
Christina Kahrl, Baseball ProspectusSeattle's start could shake up team's thinking on rebuild.
Story | Conversation | April 27, 2009
Holliday likely to be next free-agent prize
Buster Olney...player is high risk, something they've always avoided. (See Zito, Barry; see Hudson, Tim; see Mulder, Mark; see Tejada, Miguel). And historically, the teams that have devoted a high percentage of their payroll usually...
Blog Entry | Conversation | March 21, 2009
Twins hopeful Mauer can get back on the field
Buster OlneyNobody has told the Twins' management that Joe Mauer won't be ready for the season opener that is 24 days away, and no doctor has indicated to the clu...
Blog Entry | Conversation | March 13, 2009
Grey's Clipboard: Kershaw getting arsenal under control
Jason Grey, ESPN.comJason Grey uses his scouting background to identify players who are progressing or regressing in the Cactus League.
Story | Conversation | March 03, 2009
Riggleman's decision not a fireable offense
...making his second start in the majors, was pulled after five innings and 87 pitches. Fine. Mark Lowe was pulled after one inning and 38 pitches. Also fine. But the next three relievers -- Roy...
Blog Entry | Conversation | July 07, 2008
If You're Hardcore: Angels' backup closers
Will Harris, Special to ESPN.comWill Harris breaks down the possible options to replace an injured Francisco Rodriguez and offers up other sleeper choices.
Story | Conversation | April 10, 2008
Grey's Clipboard: Discussing pitching
Jason Grey, ESPN.comJason Grey discusses some of the early performances from the men on the hill, including Barry Zito's struggles and Johnny Cueto's dominance.
Story | Conversation | April 04, 2008
Bonds makes sense for Rays
The Rays are weighing the possibility of pursuing Barry Bonds, writes Marc Topkin. Bonds does make a whole lot of sense for Tampa Bay, in so many way...
Blog Entry | Conversation | February 25, 2008
If You're Hardcore: Shelley Duncan and more
Will Harris, Special to ESPN.comWill Harris investigates the potential value of Shelley Duncan, Danny Richar and four pitchers.
Story | Conversation | July 27, 2007
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