Manuel gets one last reminder that Mom's always right
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comOn Oct. 9, the day before she died, Charlie Manuel's mother said the Phillies would win the World Series. On Wednesday, the manager's mother proved yet again that Mom is always right, writes Gene Wojciechowski.
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2008Selig made correct call in suspending Game 5
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comThe weather forecasters were wrong Monday night, but baseball commissioner Bud Selig got it right by suspending Game 5 of the World Series, writes Gene Wojciechowski.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2008Hamels, Howard and home field … yeah, the Rays are done
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comThe Rays are done. Why? Because the Phillies have the Three H's -- Hamels, Howard and home field, writes Gene Wojciechowski.
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2008Wake up! This World Series is worth watching
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comIt seems people aren't watching the World Series. Well, here's a few good reasons why you should turn off the football games and ignore how late the first pitch is thrown and settle in for October baseball, writes Gene Wojciechowski.
Story | Conversation | October 25, 2008Moyer, 45, appreciates his World Series moment
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comIt's hard not to appreciate Jamie Moyer, who starts Game 3 for the Phillies. So we will.
Story | Conversation | October 24, 2008Young, Morneau play roles without playing
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comThe Rays have home-field advantage in the World Series, and for that, they can thank two players not currently on their roster, writes Gene Wojciechowski.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2008Save the champagne celebrations for a real title, please
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comTime for baseball to deal with a most pressing crisis: It's drunk on champagne celebrations. Time to go cold turkey -- except for the big one.
Story | Conversation | October 08, 2008Brewers' playoff push not for faint of heart
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comThe Brewers are doing everything they can -- including pitching CC Sabathia seemingly every other day -- to get into the postseason.
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2008'Joe' still has Griffey's 600th, but what's it worth?
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comKen Griffey Jr.'s 600th home run ball is still in Joe's possession. And the mystery lingers as to what might eventually happen to it.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2008Fielder intends to make Brewers pay
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comToo fat. Too much like his old man. There always is something driving Prince Fielder to prove himself. And right now, it's his contract.
Story | Conversation | March 04, 2008Reporters finally get 'peace' of Giants' Bonds
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comBarry Bonds held a sideshow at the All-Star Game on Monday.
Story | Conversation | July 09, 2007Yankees' newest video: 'A-Rod Gone Wild!'
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comWhite-hot Alex Rodriguez's 116-homer pace is carrying the 8-6 Yankees on his previously fragile shoulders, writes Gene Wojciechowski.
Story | Conversation | April 19, 2007Failures run deeper than Baker -- so should blame
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comSure, Dusty Baker has made his share of mistakes, but the Cubs' futility is a lesson in teamwork. So, the blame should follow suit.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 2006White Sox want '05 feeling to spill into '06
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comReminders of Chicago's World Series title are everywhere in Tucson. And Ozzie Guillen would like some more.
Story | Conversation | March 01, 2006Coaches have little interest in BCNTHWAC club
Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.comFailing to win the big one is a label coaches in every sport are eager to avoid.
Story | Conversation | December 31, 2005TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "philadelphia phillies" make the list?