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A Preview of the NL Central
This week we discuss the big questions in the NL Central. Do not forget that this column remains Rocker-free.
baseball • teams • major league baseball
This week we discuss the big questions in the NL Central. Do not forget that this column remains Rocker-free.
baseball • teams • major league baseball
AL Central Preview
The AL Central should be over pretty quickly, but which teams are the up-and-comers?
baseball • major league baseball • teams
The AL Central should be over pretty quickly, but which teams are the up-and-comers?
baseball • major league baseball • teams
AL East Preview
Look at how the American League East will unfold. After seven weeks, this column has mentioned the NBA more than John Rocker.
baseball • major league • teams • american league east
Look at how the American League East will unfold. After seven weeks, this column has mentioned the NBA more than John Rocker.
baseball • major league • teams • american league east
Major League Baseball 300 Win Club
Only twenty-three pitchers have won 300 or more career games since professional baseball started in 1869. Tom Glavine is the newest member.
300 win club • 300 career pitching wins • members 300 win club • 300 wins • 2007 baseball season
Only twenty-three pitchers have won 300 or more career games since professional baseball started in 1869. Tom Glavine is the newest member.
300 win club • 300 career pitching wins • members 300 win club • 300 wins • 2007 baseball season
Major League Baseball Uniforms
From the Knickerbockers' pantaloons, ties, and straw hats to the Pittsburgh Pirates' pullover double-knits, the baseball uniform has been anything but uniform.
major league baseball uniforms • baseball uniforms • mlb uniforms • major league baseball jerseys • caps
From the Knickerbockers' pantaloons, ties, and straw hats to the Pittsburgh Pirates' pullover double-knits, the baseball uniform has been anything but uniform.
major league baseball uniforms • baseball uniforms • mlb uniforms • major league baseball jerseys • caps
Major League Soccer
Even with interest in football increasing in the United States and hopes rising for a successful World Cup, American fans should probably expect a short stay in Germany.
budweiser • unites states • usa • america • football
Even with interest in football increasing in the United States and hopes rising for a successful World Cup, American fans should probably expect a short stay in Germany.
budweiser • unites states • usa • america • football
NBC Doesn't Achieve Ratings Gold
This week we look at NBC's Olympic ratings, presidential debates, the playoffs for Major League Baseball, This Week in TV History and an upcoming trivia contest for CHARLIE'S ANGELS.
c-span • presidential debates • olympics • bat masterson • gene barry
This week we look at NBC's Olympic ratings, presidential debates, the playoffs for Major League Baseball, This Week in TV History and an upcoming trivia contest for CHARLIE'S ANGELS.
c-span • presidential debates • olympics • bat masterson • gene barry
NL East Preview
The National League East could be the most competitive league in baseball.
baseball • major league • teams • national league east
The National League East could be the most competitive league in baseball.
baseball • major league • teams • national league east
Steve Howe Killed in Car Accident
The late Steve Howe pitched hard and played hard. One of baseball's most tragic figures from the 1980s left a powerful legacy for today's pro athlete.
steve howe • howe • major league baseball • cocaine • los angeles dodgers
The late Steve Howe pitched hard and played hard. One of baseball's most tragic figures from the 1980s left a powerful legacy for today's pro athlete.
steve howe • howe • major league baseball • cocaine • los angeles dodgers
The Solution to the Financial Disparity in Major League Baseball
Maybe things aren't so bad after all.
baseball • major league • teams • sports
Maybe things aren't so bad after all.
baseball • major league • teams • sports
Viagra Enhances Performance
Is it possible that some baseball players use Viagra? Is it possible that some players, especially pitchers, had their performances enhanced by using Viagra?
major league baseball • rejecting barry bonds • athletic performance • exercise enhancement • viagra performance
Is it possible that some baseball players use Viagra? Is it possible that some players, especially pitchers, had their performances enhanced by using Viagra?
major league baseball • rejecting barry bonds • athletic performance • exercise enhancement • viagra performance
2007 American League Stat Leaders
The hitting and pitching statistical leaders from the 2007 American League baseball season.
2007 american league statistics • 2007 american league records • 2007 american league stat leaders • 2007 american league home runs • 2007 american league season
The hitting and pitching statistical leaders from the 2007 American League baseball season.
2007 american league statistics • 2007 american league records • 2007 american league stat leaders • 2007 american league home runs • 2007 american league season
Statistical Tomes for the Offseason Blues
The calendar on the wall may say it's the beginning of the new year, but we're in the dead zone part of the baseball calendar.
baseball books • statistical tomes • stats • sporting news baseball register • sporting news baseball guide
The calendar on the wall may say it's the beginning of the new year, but we're in the dead zone part of the baseball calendar.
baseball books • statistical tomes • stats • sporting news baseball register • sporting news baseball guide
Jeter and A-Rod Must Win in 2007
After three years together and no championships, the New York Yankees look to their $441 million combination of A-Rod and Jeter to lead the team to a title.
jeter and a-rod • jeter a-rod yankees 2007 • 2007 new york yankees • alex rodriguez and derek jeter • derek jeter and alex rodriguez
After three years together and no championships, the New York Yankees look to their $441 million combination of A-Rod and Jeter to lead the team to a title.
jeter and a-rod • jeter a-rod yankees 2007 • 2007 new york yankees • alex rodriguez and derek jeter • derek jeter and alex rodriguez
Baseball's 3,000 Hit Club
Getting to three grand on hit list is no easy feat. Here are the players that have already made it and the ones who will make it.
best hitters in baseball • 3000 hit club • mlb players with 3000 hits • baseball's 3000 hit club • mlb
Getting to three grand on hit list is no easy feat. Here are the players that have already made it and the ones who will make it.
best hitters in baseball • 3000 hit club • mlb players with 3000 hits • baseball's 3000 hit club • mlb
News and Views on the Season So Far
News and views on the baseball season so far: From Kerry Wood to Tom Goodwin to MVPs
baseball season • analysis • news • views
News and views on the baseball season so far: From Kerry Wood to Tom Goodwin to MVPs
baseball season • analysis • news • views
Baseball Cybercasts on the Web
Your guide to following live baseball on the web through cybercasts
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Your guide to following live baseball on the web through cybercasts
baseball games live cybercasts scoreboard
Players, Owners, and Money
Today's older fans enjoy telling young fans how much the old players cared, but that is simplistic. Players cared about winning, but primarily because of money.
players • owners • money • winning important • money is primary goal
Today's older fans enjoy telling young fans how much the old players cared, but that is simplistic. Players cared about winning, but primarily because of money.
players • owners • money • winning important • money is primary goal
How Large is Your Market?
Take a close look at the disparity in Major League Baseball and the issue is more than just large market teams and small market teams.
baseball • baseball teams • economics
Take a close look at the disparity in Major League Baseball and the issue is more than just large market teams and small market teams.
baseball • baseball teams • economics
Barry Bonds Ties Babe Ruth
Barry Bonds may have tied Babe Ruth for second place on the all-time home run list, but Major League Baseball fans are not celebrating.
barry bonds • babe ruth • all-time home run • home run record • major league baseball
Barry Bonds may have tied Babe Ruth for second place on the all-time home run list, but Major League Baseball fans are not celebrating.
barry bonds • babe ruth • all-time home run • home run record • major league baseball
Is Jim Thome MLB's Homerun leader?
When most Major League Baseball fans consider homers and RBI, they think of Barry Bonds. In the modern MLB era, though, Jim Thome just may be baseball's best slugger.
jim thome • major league baseball • mlb • home run king • hr
When most Major League Baseball fans consider homers and RBI, they think of Barry Bonds. In the modern MLB era, though, Jim Thome just may be baseball's best slugger.
jim thome • major league baseball • mlb • home run king • hr
Jackie Robinson's 1947 Season
As baseball approaches the 60th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson's historic debut, the great man's career and life should be celebrated by all baseball fans.
jackie robinson • 60th anniversary • jackie robinson's rookie year • tribute • major league baseball
As baseball approaches the 60th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson's historic debut, the great man's career and life should be celebrated by all baseball fans.
jackie robinson • 60th anniversary • jackie robinson's rookie year • tribute • major league baseball
Josh Beckett Will Win Cy Young
Beckett led the Red Sox to the 2007 A.L. East Division crown. He will win the Cy Young Award, but he wasn't the only Junior Circuit pitcher who had a great season.
2007 american league cy young • 2007 cy young candidates • 2007 american league pitching • 2007 american league relievers • 2007 american league starters
Beckett led the Red Sox to the 2007 A.L. East Division crown. He will win the Cy Young Award, but he wasn't the only Junior Circuit pitcher who had a great season.
2007 american league cy young • 2007 cy young candidates • 2007 american league pitching • 2007 american league relievers • 2007 american league starters
Karl Spooner:Strikeouts and Injury
Spooner set the record for the most strikeouts by a pitcher in his first two games, but he pitched only one full season in the majors due to a sore arm.
karl spooner strikeouts • karl spooner injury • spooner sore arm • most strikeouts first two games • twenty seven strikeouts
Spooner set the record for the most strikeouts by a pitcher in his first two games, but he pitched only one full season in the majors due to a sore arm.
karl spooner strikeouts • karl spooner injury • spooner sore arm • most strikeouts first two games • twenty seven strikeouts
Rocker: Not a Free Speech Issue
Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker is free to say whatever he wants. That's his right. It's also Major League Baseball's right to punish him for it, John McQuiston writes.
baseball • racism • constitution • sports • commentary
Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker is free to say whatever he wants. That's his right. It's also Major League Baseball's right to punish him for it, John McQuiston writes.
baseball • racism • constitution • sports • commentary
Willie Mays' Enthusiasm
Willie Mays played baseball because he loved the game. It didn't matter if he played at the Polo Grounds, on the streets of Harlem, or on the sandlots .
willie mays' enthusiasm • say hey kid • say hey kid loved to play • willie mays harlem stickball • great offense
Willie Mays played baseball because he loved the game. It didn't matter if he played at the Polo Grounds, on the streets of Harlem, or on the sandlots .
willie mays' enthusiasm • say hey kid • say hey kid loved to play • willie mays harlem stickball • great offense
"We Played Baseball"
They endured second-class status. But they played first-rate baseball. Come learn about one of the most exciting chapters in baseball history--the Negro Baseball Leagues.
history of baseball • negro leagues • jackie robinson • satchell paige • new york cubans
They endured second-class status. But they played first-rate baseball. Come learn about one of the most exciting chapters in baseball history--the Negro Baseball Leagues.
history of baseball • negro leagues • jackie robinson • satchell paige • new york cubans
1998's Rookie and Near-Rookie Crop: Part 1
1997 had the best rookie crop, especially in the National League, baseball had seen in at least ten years. 1998 won't match 1997, but it does look like this season will produce another excellent group of rookies, especially in the American League. Here are some of the rookies and near rookies who will likely make an impact at the major league level in 1998.
baseball • rookie • national league
1997 had the best rookie crop, especially in the National League, baseball had seen in at least ten years. 1998 won't match 1997, but it does look like this season will produce another excellent group of rookies, especially in the American League. Here are some of the rookies and near rookies who will likely make an impact at the major league level in 1998.
baseball • rookie • national league
A History of Negro League Baseball
The history of the Negro Leagues is even more interesting and complex than the origins of the Major Leagues.
negro league baseball • history of negro league baseball • black baseball leagues • discrimination in baseball • blacks in baseball
The history of the Negro Leagues is even more interesting and complex than the origins of the Major Leagues.
negro league baseball • history of negro league baseball • black baseball leagues • discrimination in baseball • blacks in baseball
Jackie Robinson's Enduring Legacy
Jackie Robinson's life after baseball was marked by great efforts and great honors. He and Babe Ruth are the most important ballplayers of all time.
jackie robinson • 60th anniversary • jackie robinson day • civil rights movement • april 15
Jackie Robinson's life after baseball was marked by great efforts and great honors. He and Babe Ruth are the most important ballplayers of all time.
jackie robinson • 60th anniversary • jackie robinson day • civil rights movement • april 15
1998's Rookie and Near-Rookie Crop: Part 2
And now, part 2 of our look at young players who may get a chance to make an impact in the majors this year:
baseball • rookie • national league baseball
And now, part 2 of our look at young players who may get a chance to make an impact in the majors this year:
baseball • rookie • national league baseball
John Rocker - Politically incorrect relief pitcher
Editorial on the now infamous interview given by Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker to a Sports Illustrated reporter, and the resulting fallout. Endorsement deals are not likely coming any time soon for this angry anti-role model.
john rocker • editorial • baseball • sports • racism
Editorial on the now infamous interview given by Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker to a Sports Illustrated reporter, and the resulting fallout. Endorsement deals are not likely coming any time soon for this angry anti-role model.
john rocker • editorial • baseball • sports • racism
2007 MLB Baseball Season Wrap-Up
With so many records shattered and so many tight pennant races that came down to the wire, the 2007 baseball season may have been among the best ever.
2007 mlb season • 2007 major league baseball season • barry bonds 756 home run • barry bonds home run record • tom glavine 300 wins
With so many records shattered and so many tight pennant races that came down to the wire, the 2007 baseball season may have been among the best ever.
2007 mlb season • 2007 major league baseball season • barry bonds 756 home run • barry bonds home run record • tom glavine 300 wins
2007 Rookie Watch
Here are 4 rookies to watch as the 2007 Season is about to kick off. Some will start in the Majors, some will be brought later in the season, but all are worth watching.
alex gordon • kansas city royals • baseball • major league • matt garza
Here are 4 rookies to watch as the 2007 Season is about to kick off. Some will start in the Majors, some will be brought later in the season, but all are worth watching.
alex gordon • kansas city royals • baseball • major league • matt garza
American League West up for grabs
Any of four teams -- the Los Angeles Angels, Texas Rangers, Oakland A's or Seattle Mariners -- could win Major League Baseball's American League West division.
major league baseball • american league west • los angeles angels • oakland a's • texas rangers
Any of four teams -- the Los Angeles Angels, Texas Rangers, Oakland A's or Seattle Mariners -- could win Major League Baseball's American League West division.
major league baseball • american league west • los angeles angels • oakland a's • texas rangers
Baseball is Back
Major League baseball steps up the plate with an April 1st season opener. Will the Astros, Braves, Marlins, Rangers or Rays be at the October's World Series?
baseball • major league • atlanta braves • florida marlins • houston astros
Major League baseball steps up the plate with an April 1st season opener. Will the Astros, Braves, Marlins, Rangers or Rays be at the October's World Series?
baseball • major league • atlanta braves • florida marlins • houston astros
Baseball's AL Central has parity
Will it be the Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins or Chicago White Sox in baseball's American League Central this season?
major league baseball • american league central • al central • detroit tigers • minnesota twins
Will it be the Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins or Chicago White Sox in baseball's American League Central this season?
major league baseball • american league central • al central • detroit tigers • minnesota twins
Can St. Louis Cardinals repeat?
The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Detroit Tigers in five games in 2006 World Series, but they may be hard-pressed to repeat as NL Central division champions.
major league baseball • national league central • nl central • st. louis cardinals • st. louis cards
The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Detroit Tigers in five games in 2006 World Series, but they may be hard-pressed to repeat as NL Central division champions.
major league baseball • national league central • nl central • st. louis cardinals • st. louis cards
Expansion Mistakes
In another self-inflicted blow for baseball, the expansion draft for Arizona and Tampa Bay turned out to be a non-event. Baseball publicized the heck out of the draft, but made mistake after mistake in putting the package together.
baseball expansion • tampa • arizona • draft • espn
In another self-inflicted blow for baseball, the expansion draft for Arizona and Tampa Bay turned out to be a non-event. Baseball publicized the heck out of the draft, but made mistake after mistake in putting the package together.
baseball expansion • tampa • arizona • draft • espn
First Week 2007 Fantasy MLB Update
A lot of big dollar fantasy MLB players, and a few cheaper sleepers, delivered during the first ten days of the 2007 baseball season.
2007 fantasy mlb season • 2007 baseball season • 2007 fantasy baseball season • 2007 mlb season • top fantasy mlb hitters
A lot of big dollar fantasy MLB players, and a few cheaper sleepers, delivered during the first ten days of the 2007 baseball season.
2007 fantasy mlb season • 2007 baseball season • 2007 fantasy baseball season • 2007 mlb season • top fantasy mlb hitters
Mets, Phillies top NL East
Since 1991, the Atlanta Braves under Bobby Cox have been the winningest team in baseball. This year, however, the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies are favored
major league baseball • national league east • nl east • atlanta braves • new york mets
Since 1991, the Atlanta Braves under Bobby Cox have been the winningest team in baseball. This year, however, the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies are favored
major league baseball • national league east • nl east • atlanta braves • new york mets
NL West: Trades, free agents
The San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Deigo Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks were all busy National League West teams during the winter.
major league baseball • national league west • san francisco giants • los angeles dodgers • san diego padres
The San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Deigo Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks were all busy National League West teams during the winter.
major league baseball • national league west • san francisco giants • los angeles dodgers • san diego padres
Rene Russo: Not Only Her Latest 'Affair'
Rene Russo has revealed her versitality through the roles she has played in the movies. She further broadens her resume with the new release, 'The Thomas Crown Affair'.
rene russo • the thomas crown affair • ransom • lethal weapon • buddy
Rene Russo has revealed her versitality through the roles she has played in the movies. She further broadens her resume with the new release, 'The Thomas Crown Affair'.
rene russo • the thomas crown affair • ransom • lethal weapon • buddy
The Five Best MLB General Managers
Inside Profiles and Rankings for each of the five best general managers in Major League Baseball.
best general managers in baseball • major league baseball • top general managers • best baseball gm • best baseball general managers
Inside Profiles and Rankings for each of the five best general managers in Major League Baseball.
best general managers in baseball • major league baseball • top general managers • best baseball gm • best baseball general managers
Jackson Among Dozen Elected To College Hall
Bo Jackson and Jim McMahon are among 12 former collegiate football standouts recently elected to the College Football Hall Of Fame. Read all about them in NCAA football!
ncaa football sports college hall of fame bo jacks
Bo Jackson and Jim McMahon are among 12 former collegiate football standouts recently elected to the College Football Hall Of Fame. Read all about them in NCAA football!
ncaa football sports college hall of fame bo jacks
Women's Baseball: Can It Go Professional?
Women's Professional Baseball is trying to go the path of the ABL and WNBA and become the next hot women's sport.
women's baseball: can it go professional? • all-american girls professional baseball league • first game ever played in wrigley field • sports • women's sports
Women's Professional Baseball is trying to go the path of the ABL and WNBA and become the next hot women's sport.
women's baseball: can it go professional? • all-american girls professional baseball league • first game ever played in wrigley field • sports • women's sports
Birds, Fish and other Baseball Observations
The Diamondbacks' walk of Barry Bonds with the bases loaded the other night was certainly a unique event. According to Rob Neyer of ESPN Sportszone, no major leaguer had been walked with the bases loaded in over 40 years - but, ironically, the intentional walk probably made a lot more sense in that situation than in most situations in which it is used. So it really shouldn't be considered controversial or questionable.
mlb • baseball • news • highlights
The Diamondbacks' walk of Barry Bonds with the bases loaded the other night was certainly a unique event. According to Rob Neyer of ESPN Sportszone, no major leaguer had been walked with the bases loaded in over 40 years - but, ironically, the intentional walk probably made a lot more sense in that situation than in most situations in which it is used. So it really shouldn't be considered controversial or questionable.
mlb • baseball • news • highlights
Casey Wanted Mickey to Bat Second
During his career, Mickey batted primarily third or fourth, but he also hit first, second, and fifth in the Yankees' batting order.
mickey mantle batted second • mickey batted third or fourth • mantle injured • casey stengel batted mickey second • yankees were struggling
During his career, Mickey batted primarily third or fourth, but he also hit first, second, and fifth in the Yankees' batting order.
mickey mantle batted second • mickey batted third or fourth • mantle injured • casey stengel batted mickey second • yankees were struggling
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