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Pitching wins championships. From Cornelius Alexander McGillicuddy, known as Connie Mack, to the modern era of Joe Torre, good pitching will usually stop good hitting.

The 1973 World Series pitted two similar teams in a riveting showdown that went seven games. The Mets won only 82 games, but were built for a short series.

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Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Chad Billingsley faced a group of reporters after losing his fourth consecutive decision and graciously answered leading questions.

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Literary agents have become increasingly discerning when considering prospective clients--follow these tips and increase your chances of securing representation.

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With Greg Maddux and Randy Johnson chasing him, and with Warren Spahn in his sights, Roger Clemens will pitch for the New York Yankees or the Boston Red Sox in 2007.

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Last season the Toronto Blue Jays led the Major Leagues in Earned Run Average (ERA). This season, things could most certainly be different.

Even if 24-year old pitcher Pat Venditte doesn't make it in major league baseball, at least he'll own the distinction of having an official rule named after him.

The New York Yankees have spent almost $400 million to secure a potent offense for 2008 and beyond, but have they paid emough attention to their pitching needs?

For the Yankees to make the post-season this year they not only need good pitching; they need the kind of good pitching that beats good hitting.

The Yankees' hitters, led by Gehrig, DiMaggio, Dickey and Lazzeri, were matched against Carl Hubbell and a great Giants' pitching staff.

The pitcher is an important position at any level of baseball but it might be even more important in Little League and youth baseball.

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Clemens' career from 1984-1992 was not too different from 1997-2007. From 1993-1996, Roger had some problems.

With more than 10 pitchers on pace for 20 wins and more than 200 strikeouts, this year's starting pitchers are far outpitching their brethren from just one year ago.