Giving thanks with a mailbag

Bill Simmons kicks off the holiday season by giving thanks to the readers with a big ol' mailbag.

"Becoming Manny" -- Farewell, Boston

In an excerpt from the upcoming book "Becoming Manny," we follow Manny Ramirez's departure from Boston.

The best and worst of Boston jerseys

Dave Dameshek presents the best (and worst) jerseys for any die-hard Boston sports fan.

The best of spring training's news and notes

Jim Caple shares his favorite part of spring training: The quick-hitting news and notes that come out of camp.

Week 5 picks: More than just games

From IHOP to fantasy grudges, Bill Simmons offers a few additional matchups in his Week 5 picks.

The major league experience isn't all fun and games

Mike Lamb's roller-coaster ride through baseball reveals there's a downside to the major league life.

C's and the city: Both looking very good

Like the city of Boston itself, the Celtics are back and rejuvenated. But Kobe still looms large.

...City Royals second baseman Mark Grudzielanek (15) misplays a fly ball by Boston Red Sox's Mike Lowell in the third inning of their MLB baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston on Monday...

Okaeri back, baseball!

Couldn't get up for the Red Sox-A's season opener? No problem, Mike Philbrick did and grades each inning.

History says potential Red Sox dynasty no sure thing

Although the Red Sox might appear to be on their way to a dynastic run, history warns us it won't be so easy to pull off.

A question-and-answer session with Dane Cook

Graham Bensinger sat down with Dane Cook to talk about his comedy tour, acting career, MLB commercials and more.

If you don't want A-Rod, you're nuts

Jim Caple has a message for anyone who wouldn't want Alex Rodriguez on his team: You're insane.

Before A-Rod, Reggie's departure sunk Yankees

The A-Rod situation has happened to the Yankees before -- with Reggie Jackson, 26 years ago. And it certainly didn't end well then.

Sox win Most Valuable Team award

With two titles in four seasons, the Red Sox have finally built their team the right way ... and it's built to last, says Bill Simmons.

Choosing sides for the World Series

If your team is one of the 28 that didn't make the World Series this year, Jonah Keri can tell you whether to root for the Red Sox or Rockies.