78 Results for playoff

Pedro exits in quite the hurry

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Pedro Martinez's outing in Game 6 of the World Series was brief, as was his bizarre session with reporters after he tried to bolt the Phillies' clubhouse without speaking to the media.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2009

Tex struggles, but Yanks' offense OK

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Despite Mark Teixeira's struggles, the Yankees remain content with an offense that produced 21 runs and two wins in three games in Philadelphia.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009

From the land of opportunity

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Arkansas natives A.J. Burnett and Cliff Lee square off in Game 5 of the World Series on Monday night.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009

What slump? Swisher finally busts loose

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Benched in Game 2 with a .114 batting average, Nick Swisher broke out of his slump in a big way in Saturday's Game 3 to help propel the Yankees.

Story | Conversation | October 31, 2009

Wolf still has loyal fans in Philly

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Dodgers starter Randy Wolf has forged a special bond with a group of fans who were behind him from the very beginning in Philadelphia.

Story | Conversation | October 18, 2009

Mistakes prove costly for Angels

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

The Angels have pitched well in the first two games of the ALCS against the Yankees, but their defense and pitching have let them down.

Story | Conversation | October 17, 2009

Weather could cause problems in ALCS

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Contingency plans are in place if bad weather forces the postponement of Saturday's scheduled second game of the ALCS between the Yankees and Angels at Yankee Stadium.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009

Mills excited about opportunity

Amy K. Nelson, ESPNBoston.com

Boston coaches Brad Mills and Tim Bogar will interview with the Astros.

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2009

X-rays on Gonzalez's hand negative

Amy K. Nelson, ESPNBoston.com

Alex Gonzalez's X-rays on his right hand on Saturday morning came back negative and he should be cleared to play, his agent said.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2009

Beckett gets three cortisone shots

Amy K. Nelson, ESPNBoston.com

Red Sox right-hander Josh Beckett says he feels a lot better after getting scratched Monday night because of back spasms.

Story | Conversation | September 29, 2009

Coming full circle

Amy K. Nelson, ESPNBoston.com

With return trip on deck, Ortiz recounts a painful weekend in the Bronx.

Story | Conversation | September 24, 2009

Papelbon, Youkilis sit out vs. Angels

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN Boston

As they chase a postseason spot, the Boston Red Sox are dealing with injuries to key players.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2009

Martinez quick to catch on with Red Sox

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

His days with the Indians now behind him, Victor Martinez has wasted no time in making his mark with the Red Sox.

Story | Conversation | August 14, 2009

Quentin intensely driven to succeed

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Carlos Quentin broke his right wrist in a fit of rage late last season, but he has returned as strong as ever for the White Sox this year.

Story | Conversation | May 02, 2009

Venezuela rides wave of emotion to win

Amy K. Nelson, ESPN.com

Venezuela picked up an emotional win over Puerto Rico at the WBC, setting up an elimination game between Team USA and Puerto Rico.

Story | Conversation | March 16, 2009