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Everything went downhill in a hurry in San Diego

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Padres nearly earned a third straight trip to the playoffs in 2007, but now the franchise is in a state of disarray, writes Sean McAdam.

Story | Conversation | November 25, 2008

Work has just begun in Baltimore

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Orioles finally recognized it was time to rebuild and have begun the process, but it's going to take some time.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2008

Jays' rotation has taken some hits

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

If the Blue Jays are going to be competitive in the AL East, they'll need to beef up their lineup.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2008

Wide-open division races should make for a compelling finish

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

With five of the six division races still very much up for grabs, which teams hold a scheduling advantage over the final eight weeks of the regular season?

Story | Conversation | August 04, 2008

Wakefield, Dickey share a unique relationship

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

As knuckleball pitchers, Tim Wakefield and R.A. Dickey are a part of a small fraternity. Because of that, Wakefield has set out to help Dickey with everything related to throwing the pitch.

Story | Conversation | July 22, 2008

Newly hired Gaston could ultimately save or doom Ricciardi's job

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

How long GM J.P. Ricciardi keeps his job could be decided by how Toronto plays under new manager Cito Gaston.

Story | Conversation | June 30, 2008

Speedy, studious Ellsbury adds new dimension to Red Sox

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Jacoby Ellsbury began his major league career by stealing 25 bases before finally getting caught. What's his secret? He's both fast and well-prepared.

Story | Conversation | May 20, 2008

Twins not deflated despite the losses of Hunter and Santana

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Twins are determined -- and a bit defiant -- to be competitive in '08 despite losing both Torii Hunter and Johan Santana.

Story | Conversation | February 19, 2008

Players tend to produce less as they enter mid-to-late 30s

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Don't expect the Red Sox to offer Mike Lowell a four-year contract. They fear paying premium money for declining performance.

Story | Conversation | November 15, 2007

More of the same for the Orioles

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

It's conceivable that the Orioles may have to take a step backward before moving forward.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Jays in position to contend in AL East

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Blue Jays have been building for a number of years toward 2008 and believe only some minor tweaking is necessary.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Rich in talent, short on wins

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Devil Rays ownership doesn't seem ready to spend the money necessary to challenge the big-market competition in the AL East.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Lester finally realizes long-awaited return to majors

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Jon Lester's inspirational story of defeating lymphoma finally has come full circle now that he's back with the Red Sox.

Story | Conversation | July 23, 2007

Yanks will need outside help to catch Boston

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees have cut into the Red Sox's AL East lead over the last three weeks, but can they catch Boston?

Story | Conversation | June 17, 2007

Despite adversity, Ricciardi remains confident in Jays

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Injuries have hit the Blue Jays in a big way this season. But don't think they're throwing up the white flag just yet.

Story | Conversation | May 13, 2007