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Rays players thought they were down to their last out
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comBaseball decided that the World Series would not end with an embarrassing rain-shortened finale, but nobody told the players.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2008Pena excelling … and doing it his way
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comCarlos Pena was steadfast in his belief on how to hit. And while he struggled early in his career, he's now flourishing with the Rays.
Story | Conversation | October 25, 2008What happens if Tampa Bay wins the World Series?
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comThe Tampa Bay Rays are at a critical juncture as a franchise. Even if they win the World Series, they just might lose.
Story | Conversation | October 21, 2008Rays can't let their thoughts betray them
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comAfter a devastating loss in Game 5, the Rays can't let their thoughts betray them if they hope to advance to the World Series.
Story | Conversation | October 17, 2008Maddon leading the cultural revolution
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comThere is a segment of the baseball establishment that's willing to listen to Rays manager Joe Maddon, but there's a segment that looks at him with a skeptical eye.
Story | Conversation | October 13, 2008Francona has earned his lofty spot in Red Sox history
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comTerry Francona has outlasted the legendary Boston star system to quietly become the most successful manager in the history of the Red Sox.
Story | Conversation | October 13, 2008Rays bring more than fists to fight against Red Sox
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comOnce all fists with no punch, the Rays can finally deliver a real knockout blow to the Red Sox in the ALCS.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2008Colorado stands at a crossroads
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comTime will tell if the Rockies' accomplishments this season represent a springboard to future successes or if the magic of '07 remains in a time capsule.
Story | Conversation | October 28, 2007Red Sox have successfully broken from their tortured past
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comGone are the seven-game epics that ended in misery. The Red Sox are writing a new history, one marked by efficiency and excellence.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2007As salaries rise, so does NL's need for DH
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comBecause money rules and AL teams are forced to spend more for high-paid DHs, it's time for the NL to adopt the extra hitter, as well.
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2007Rockies need to start swinging the bats better
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comIt's hard to win without scoring runs. The Rockies are on the ropes in the World Series because their offense has gone frigid.
Story | Conversation | October 25, 2007Rockies knocked down, but not knocked out
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comIn Game 2, the Rockies will rebound from their opening-game blowout and prove the series is far from over.
Story | Conversation | October 24, 2007Pitching, experience give Red Sox the edge
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comWhile the Rockies are on an unbelievable run, it's hard to bet against Boston's dominant pitching, big bats and past experience.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2007Indians finish off a complete collapse
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comHaving been eliminated after losing the final three games of the ALCS, the Indians and their fans are left wondering where it all went wrong.
Story | Conversation | October 21, 2007Pressure squarely on Matsuzaka in Game 7
Howard Bryant, ESPN.comHaving pitched poorly thus far in the playoffs, Daisuke Matsuzaka will face the most pressure with the Red Sox needing a win in Game 7 to advance to the World Series.
Story | Conversation | October 20, 2007EDITOR'S PICKS
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