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Full Pitcher

Buster Olney

Ben Sheets is a fan, just like you are. But then you aren't the ace every team needs

Story | Conversation | December 16, 2008

Beaney Babies

Buster Olney

The Athletics' big three is history. But the new guys also look a lot like money

Story | Conversation | December 10, 2008

Up Against It

Buster Olney

Todd Helton puts up big numbers and says all the right things. Does he have to leave Colorado to prove his worth?

Story | Conversation | December 08, 2008

The Simple Life

Buster Olney

With a baseball in his hand, Roy Oswalt is in total command. So how come he's thinking about walking away from the game?

Story | Conversation | October 30, 2008

Change Artist

Buster Olney

How did Trevor Hoffman go from a scrawny Minor League shortstop with one kidney to a hall of fame closer? He got a grip

Story | Conversation | October 21, 2008

No Payments 'Til 2007!

Buster Olney

The Magazine's Buster Olney checks out baseball's risky marketplace and finds very few bargains and only one guarantee: Buyers, beware

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2008

The End Is Near!

Buster Olney

As their dynasty crumbles and a new stadium rises across the street, the Yankees need A-Rod more than ever-even though he has one foot out the door

Story | Conversation | October 06, 2008

No Surrender

Buster Olney

They're not always the most talented players, just the most relentless. To survive the second half, you need some grinders like Kevin Youkilis

Story | Conversation | October 02, 2008

HIRED GUNS

Buster Olney

CC Sabathia is three months from free agency. But first he—like four other stars— has a job do to.

Story | Conversation | August 12, 2008

LARGE AND IN CHARGE

Buster Olney

The American League is as competitive as it's ever been. We like the Indians, and C.C. Sabathia is a large—physically and mentally—reason for that pick.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2008

Full Pitcher

Buster Olney

Ben Sheets is a fan, just like you are. But then you aren't the ace every fantasy team needs.

ESPN Insider Story | March 01, 2005

What's in Store?

Buster Olney

Steroid use has rocked the game. But a new era has already begun.

ESPN Insider Story | December 07, 2004

Biggest Series

Buster Olney

It's always a big series when the Yankees and Red Sox meet. Here's why this is the biggest.

ESPN Insider Story | October 11, 2004

A very different look

Buster Olney

When things get hairy in their never-ending pursuit of October happiness, the Red Sox turn to leadoff man Johnny Damon.

ESPN Insider Story | October 11, 2004

Who's With Us?

Buster Olney

The 2004 Yankees have won a lot of games. But are they winners? They'd better be.

ESPN Insider Story | August 30, 2004