67 Results for spring training

White Sox making seemingly anybody and everybody available

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

White Sox GM Kenny Williams just can't stand pat. That's why players like Jermaine Dye and Bobby Jenks, among others, have been floated in trade discussions.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2008

Pirates want to win without committing long-term dollars

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Because the Pirates are committed to a long-term rebuilding plan, a 17th straight losing season is almost inevitable.

Story | Conversation | November 06, 2008

White Sox desperately turn to Buehrle to prolong their season

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

They've lost five games in a row, and their hopes of making the playoffs are in danger. The White Sox turn to Mark Buehrle to prolong their season.

Story | Conversation | September 28, 2008

Zambrano, Harden ready for October

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden are both coming back from arm trouble, but Phil Rogers says both are fine and ready for the postseason.

Story | Conversation | September 14, 2008

Brewers don't mind life in Cubs' shadow

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The Brewers are not in the spotlight because of the Cubs' success, but Milwaukee doesn't mind as long as a playoff berth is theirs at season's end.

Story | Conversation | August 31, 2008

Tigers hope to not follow similar road taken by Indians

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The Indians and Tigers were expected to be playoff contenders this season. And while Cleveland has essentially given up on its season, Detroit clings to hope.

Story | Conversation | July 07, 2008

Cubs have been among majors' best over last calendar year

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The Cubs have the best record in the majors and have become sold on their chance to overcome the franchise's sad history.

Story | Conversation | June 09, 2008

White Sox rotation back to being team strength

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The starting rotation led the White Sox to the World Series title in 2005, and it's back to being the team's strength three years later.

Story | Conversation | May 26, 2008

Trading Dunn should be high on Reds' list of priorities

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The hiring of Dusty Baker as manager brings optimism to the Reds, but trading Adam Dunn could have the biggest impact on the team in 2008.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2007

Cubs need another front-of-the-rotation starter

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The Cubs need another front-of-the-rotation starter in 2008 to go along with staff ace Carlos Zambrano.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Kansas City on the road to respectability

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

There is reason to be optimistic in Kansas City. The Royals are moving in the right direction, and GM Dayton Moore might have another big move in him.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Detroit looking to add depth to its roster

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

The Edgar Renteria deal figures to be the biggest move Detroit makes, giving its front office time to spend fine-tuning items like bullpen help and the bench.

Story | Conversation | November 01, 2007

Santana, Nathan trades could be on the horizon

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

Given the Twins' relative lack of resources, they might have to bite the bullet and make some major moves to fill all the holes in their lineup.

Story | Conversation | November 01, 2007

The future is bright in Cleveland

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

GM Mark Shapiro is more patient than most of his peers and knows he doesn't need to do anything drastic for a team that won 102 games last season.

Story | Conversation | November 01, 2007

Cardinals still eyeing playoffs despite arduous season

Phil Rogers, Special to ESPN.com

In a season filled with setback after setback both on and off the field, the Cardinals remain very much alive in the NL Central race.

Story | Conversation | September 10, 2007