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Eddie Murray was considered a Hall of Famer long before he retired. There is still some debate whether Jim Thome, when his playing days are done, is worthy of Cooperstown. Their numbers are quite similar, probably more than you might think.

Story | Conversation | February 11, 2010

When you factor in the player and the ballpark he'll call home in 2010, Cliff Lee pitching in Safeco Field should be the best fit among players who changed teams this offseason.

Story | Conversation | February 02, 2010

In its first season, the new Yankee Stadium was a great home run park. It, however, wasn't a great hitters' park.

Story | Conversation | January 22, 2010

Rob Neyer lists Billy Martin, Doug Harvey and Bob Howsam among seven who deserve election by the Hall of Fame's Veterans Committee.

Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009

With the World Series being played in the Northeast and extending into November, Rob Neyer looks back at years when the weather was a factor.

Story | Conversation | October 26, 2009

Nick Punto and Carlos Gomez are included on Rob Neyer's list of the top 10 all-time baserunning blunders.

Story | Conversation | October 14, 2009

In the division series, the teams with three good starters are the ones who stand the best chance to advance.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2008

Rob Neyer cites some incidents from baseball history that could have turned out differently if instant replay had been in place.

Story | Conversation | August 21, 2008

The best games in All-Star history? Ted Williams' game-winning blast at Briggs Stadium in Detroit put 1941 on our list.

Story | Conversation | July 15, 2008

One can't assume players will continue a particular pace through the second half, but Rob Neyer points out several to watch.

Story | Conversation | June 27, 2008

With A-Rod, Junior and Chipper leading the way, we take a look at the best -- and the worst -- No. 1 picks in the history of the draft.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2008

While Chipper Jones has already done enough in his career to be a Hall of Famer, he still has time for more elite consideration.

Story | Conversation | May 16, 2008

In reality, very few pitchers in history could really be considered good hitters. The numbers prove it.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2008

The Braves' run differential and the performance of Cliff Lee have highlighted the weird happenings in April.

Story | Conversation | May 01, 2008

Does a good manager make a team, or vice versa? Other than using wins and losses, a manager's true impact is tough to measure.

Story | Conversation | April 25, 2008

Today's game has more players who either hit a home run, walk or strike out than ever before, but the ultimate "Three True Outcome" player is Oakland's Jack Cust.

Story | Conversation | April 21, 2008