Does Derek Jeter really turn it on in the postseason? Jim Baker finds out, and examines the mess that expanded playoffs would cause for broadcasters.
By bringing in Brad Lidge in the seventh inning yesterday, Phil Garner improved his reputation as a manager and did something no other post-season manager had done in a decade.
Continuing to add to Baseball Prospectus’ stable of stat reports, Keith Woolner unveils new entries for rookies and RBI opportunities. Plus all-new, fully-updated reliever reports, with some new twists.
A stroll through the most interesting performances of 2004.
J.T. Snow and Ichiro had big second halves this season, bucking the pattern that indicates most hitters tend to decline after the All-Star break.
The Twins had a golden opportunity to bury the Yankees last night, but were undermined by some questionable decisions by their manager.
The Astros and Braves may both be missing key players when they take the field for Thursday’s Game Two.
Are you aware of how hard it is to correctly predict the outcome in the playoffs, or how this year’s playoff teams measure up? Jim Baker breaks it down for you.
These teams meet in the first round for the fourth time in eight years. Will this matchup turn out any differently than the first three did?
Two blowouts and a shutout in Day One of the playoffs. Joe Sheehan has the details.
The Orioles’ newfound payroll flexibility gives them some intriguing options. The Rockies will look to build around young pitching. Al Leiter shone through an otherwise forgettable Mets season. These and other news and notes out of Baltimore, Colorado and New York in today’s Prospectus Triple Play.
The Cardinals punched their ticket in July. The Dodgers, 72 hours ago. Don’t let that fool you: this is a great matchup.