15 Results for willie randolph

In terms of books, Yankees' money could talk big

Rob Neyer

...CEOs. The Mets are believed to have included similar clauses in their contracts with former manager Willie Randolph and former pitching coach Rick Peterson. Up to now, the Yankees never have included them in...

Blog Entry | Conversation | January 29, 2009

Mets, Phillies and Brewers battling for two spots in NL

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

The Mets, Phillies and Brewers are fighting for two playoff spots. The loser is going to look back and wonder what might have been.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2008

Fenway didn't help Rice? Preposterous

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

In trying to explain how Jim Rice was one of the American League's most dominant players, the numbers just don't add up.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | January 16, 2007

Mets going with worst Game 7 starter ever

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

After reviewing the data, Rob Neyer came to this inescapable conclusion: Oliver Perez is almost certainly the worst pitcher who's ever started a Game 7.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 19, 2006

Ratings are down, but MLB is still rich

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

Although TV ratings are down for the playoffs, MLB is still awash in money, and that's good news for fans, writes Rob Neyer.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 16, 2006

Surprise performances are part of history

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

While stars rule the headlines, lesser-known players have always stepped up in the clutch to help teams capture glory.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 21, 2005

Scutaro taking more walks

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

There are some April stats you might not have noticed (such as Marco Scutaro's walk total).

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | May 02, 2005

Randolph gives Mets life

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

If the memories of his teammates mean anything, Willie Randolph is well equipped to manage the Mets.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | April 13, 2005

Cobb legend born on the basepaths

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

If you remove steals from the equation, there just isn't much aggression on the bases anymore.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | January 20, 2005

Hall awaits for Alomar, Biggio

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

Ryne Sanberg's election to the Hall could pave the way for Roberto Alomar, Craig Biggio and maybe Jeff Kent.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | January 05, 2005

Only time will tell

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

It's just about impossible to evaluate the talent of a manager who hasn't yet actually managed.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 05, 2004

Memo to voters: Killer B's worthy

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

Judged against their most relevant peers, it seems clear both Craig Biggio and Jeff Bagwell are Hall of Fame worthy.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | August 24, 2004

What's good for the Goose?

Rob Neyer, ESPN Insider

Goose Gossage probably should be in the Hall of Fame, but he wasn't much different than modern closers.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 26, 2004

Rating the best ... and worst managerial openings

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Rob looks at all the managerial openings and has a special rating system for determining the best job available.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2002

Don't believe that Jeter's defense has improved

Rob Neyer, ESPN.com

Has Derek Jeter really improved his defense this season? Color at least one man skeptical.

Story | Conversation | August 08, 2002