Pedro once again the enemy in Bronx

For many years, Pedro Martinez was the enemy in New York. Under the World Series spotlight, he'll be back in the Bronx for Game 2 of the World Series on Thursday.

New York Baseball Tonight: 10/5

Michael and Don prepare us for the MLB playoffs. Steve Philips about the end of the mets season and the Yankees as they prepare for...

Kiss 'Em Goodbye: Florida Marlins

Insider and Baseball Prospectus collaborate to dissect the demise of the 2009 Florida Marlins, who have one of the best middle infields in baseball -- and a young stud in Josh Johnson, who hopefully they can resign.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009

Insider's MLB Kiss 'Em Goodbye

Insider and Baseball Prospectus collaborate to dissect the rise and fall of all 30 teams.

Kiss 'Em Goodbye: New York Mets

Insider and Baseball Prospectus collaborate to dissect the demise of the New York Mets, who were victims of injuries, mismanagement and, quite possibly, Bernie Madoff.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2009

BP Daily: Sorting out the playoff odds

Baseball Prospectus uses an improved playoffs-odds system to assess winners and losers at the 2009 MLB trade deadline. The Cardinals, Marlins and Phillies won. The White Sox, even with Jake Peavy, did not.

Story | Conversation | August 03, 2009

...fourth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game Four of the ALDS during the 2008 MLB Playoffs at U.S. Cellular Field on October 6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jamie Squire...

Rollins keeps war of words going with rival Mets as he, Philly celebrate title

Jimmy Rollins was loudly cheered after saying the New York Mets forgot one thing. As he put it: "It takes more than one player to bring home a championship."

Tug McGraw's ashes sprinkled on field by son Tim

Some of the ashes of late Phillies reliever Tug McGraw were spread on the field by his son Tim.

Former 'phenom' Hurdle finds true calling as manager

Clint Hurdle never lived up to his "phenom" label as a player, but he's found redemption as a manager, leading the Rockies to the World Series.

It's a miracle ... '04 Red Sox, Joe D. top the list

The Rockies' incredible run to the World Series ranks among Rob Neyer's top 10 all-time baseball miracles.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2007

Quick exit leaves Phillies unfulfilled

Despite their great run to make the playoffs, the Phillies have been left unfulfilled after their quick exit.

Down 2-0 in NLDS, Phillies seek another trademark comeback

Back in a huge hole, the Phillies don't have a month to pull off another comeback. And unless they start hitting soon, the next time they put on those red pinstripe uniforms will be in Clearwater next spring.

Michael Kay

...coach Rick Down talks about his firing and the Mets' collapse. Plus, Peter Gammons on the MLB playoffs and Jets coach Eric Mangini on the loss to the Bills

Anything and everything that will determine the playoffs

Jonah Keri separates fact from fiction in what will determine which teams make the MLB playoffs.