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Alan Trammell Belongs in the Hall of Fame, and It Doesn't Matter
Alan Trammell was one of the finest players of his generation, and still ranks among the top shortstops ever. If that's not enough for Cooperstown, it's not on him.
A Modest Proposal for Barry Bonds as the Yankees' New Hitting Coach
The New York Yankees need a hitting coach. Barry Bonds doesn't really need a job, but he would be a good fit. Also it would be hilarious. So let's do it.
Throwback Thursday: Earl Weaver Arrives in October, Is Promptly Ejected
In 1969, legendary Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver wasn't yet a legend. He was just a guy managing in his first World Series. He got ejected, of course.
Watching the Kansas City Royals, Who Take the Long Way Home
The Royals don't play baseball like other teams do. But there's something singularly cool about their singles-on-singles-on-singles approach. Also: it works.
How Weird Will Things Get for the Texas Rangers?
It's strange enough that the Texas Rangers overcame an awful start to make the postseason. After stealing Game One from the juggernaut Jays, it's getting stranger.
The Houston Astros Have Arrived Ahead Of Schedule
The Astros barely broke a sweat three-hitting the Yankees in the American League Wild Card game. And so continues an unbelievable, undeniable dream season.
Watching Jered Weaver, Baseball's Most Beautiful Junkmaster
Jered Weaver was a Cy Young contender just a few years ago. Now he's just barely hanging on with some of the game's junkiest junk, and it's beautiful to watch.
The Night The Griffeys Made Major League History, 25 Years Later
A great many things had to go right—and some spectacular obstacles had to be overcome—for Ken Griffey Sr. to wind up in the same lineup as his son. But it happened.
Without Don Orsillo, the Red Sox Don't Have a Voice
The Boston Red Sox have had a lousy, losing season. But the departure of beloved play-by-play guy Don Orsillo is more than just another loss.
What Are the Texas Rangers Doing in the American League Wild Card Race?
The Rangers lost 95 games last year and seemed on track for another gruesome season. Yet through some stroke of baseball magic (and luck), they're still kicking.
Dave Dombrowski And The End (And The Beginning) Of The Red Sox
When the Boston Red Sox replaced Ben Cherington with Dave Dombrowski, it certainly looked like the end of an era. What matters, now, is the one about to begin.
The Yankees Are Old, Off-Brand, And Good
For the longest time, the Yankees have defined themselves by tradition. The new version has replaced True Yankees with veteran mercenaries...and they're good.