The way Charlie Manuel has pushed the Phillies, he better hope they have enough left in the tank for the playoffs, Ken Rosenthal says.
The way Charlie Manuel has pushed the Phillies, he better hope they have enough left in the tank for the playoffs, says Ken Rosenthal.
The Brewers, seemingly on the verge of retaining manager Ken Macha, are considering hiring a former colleague of Macha's from the Oakland A's — pitching coach Rick Peterson.
If the Indians fire Eric Wedge, Red Sox pitching coach John Farrell will not be their next manager.
Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr., confirming that the team no longer will use Brad Lidge as its sole closer, said Friday that manager Charlie Manuel will consider numerous options to protect ninth-inning leads.
What if CC loses his first start in the playoffs? Ken Rosenthal says a scenario could unfold that leads to the Yankees' demise.
Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr., confirming that the team no longer will use Brad Lidge as its sole closer, said Friday that manager Charlie Manuel will consider numerous options to protect ninth-inning leads.
What if CC loses his first start in the playoffs? Ken Rosenthal says a scenario could unfold that leads to the Yankees' demise.
What if the Giants try to get Tony La Russa to leave St. Louis? Would he listen? It's an intriguing possibility, Ken Rosenthal says.
What if the Giants try to get Tony La Russa to leave St. Louis? Would he listen? It's an intriguing possibility, Ken Rosenthal says.
Ken Rosenthal was worried Bobby Cox would be denied a graceful exit in Atlanta, which is why today's news makes him happy.
The Cubs have reached a temporary resolution with suspended outfielder Milton Bradley. The final resolution only will come if they trade Bradley this offseason.
As far as the Dodgers' Series hopes are concerned, Ken Rosenthal isn't sure he's a believer. He found lots of evidence on both sides.
Ken Rosenthal was worried Bobby Cox would be denied a graceful exit in Atlanta, which is why today's news makes him happy.
The Cubs have reached a temporary resolution with suspended outfielder Milton Bradley. The final resolution only will come if they trade Bradley this offseason.
As far as the Dodgers' Series hopes are concerned, Ken Rosenthal isn't sure he's a believer. He found lots of evidence on both sides.
The Phillies aren't alone in their closer woes. Ken Rosenthal says the Cardinals and Angels should be sweating the ninth, too.
The Phillies aren't alone in their closer woes. Ken Rosenthal says the Cardinals and Angels should be sweating the ninth, too.
Even with a good start Saturday, will Chris Carpenter's Cy Young case be strong enough? Ken Rosenthal breaks down the race.
Even with a good start Saturday, will Chris Carpenter's Cy Young case be strong enough? Ken Rosenthal breaks down the race.
Joe Mauer might well be the AL MVP, but sabermetricians need to accept the fact not everyone will agree, Ken Rosenthal says.
Bobby Cox did his usual overwork-the-'pen routine. But Ken Rosenthal has other reasons why Cox is to blame for Atlanta's demise.
Bobby Cox did his usual overwork-the-'pen routine. But Ken Rosenthal has other reasons why Cox is to blame for Atlanta's demise.
How will the Angels use Scott Kazmir in October? Ken Rosenthal has the answer as he sets the playoff rotations for all eight teams.
How will the Angels use Scott Kazmir in October? Ken Rosenthal has the answer as he sets the playoff rotations for all eight teams.
And so does Bud Selig. In an exclusive interview with Ken Rosenthal, the commissioner discusses the economic state of the league.
And so does Bud Selig. In an exclusive interview with Ken Rosenthal, the MLB commisioner discusses the economic state of the league.
Other than Angels right-hander John Lackey, the upcoming free-agent class is largely devoid of top-of-the-rotation starters.
Chris Coghlan may not be a household name in MLB yet, but he deserves to win the NL Rookie of the Year award, Ken Rosenthal says.
Chris Coghlan may not be a household name in MLB yet, but he deserves to win the NL Rookie of the Year award, Ken Rosenthal says.
What do you get when you combine a team with sky-high potential and a for-sale sign? Ken Rosenthal's answer is: a screaming buy.
What do you get when you combine a team with sky-high potential and a for-sale sign? Ken Rosenthal's answer is: a screaming buy.
Think the Yanks were asleep at the deadline? Nope. They took a pass on one guy and struck out with another, Ken Rosenthal says.
Think the Yanks were asleep at the deadline? Nope. They took a pass on one guy and struck out with another, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Rangers plan to give Chris Davis and Omar Vizquel increased playing time at third base while Michael Young recovers a strained left hamstring, according to a major-league source.
The Rangers plan to give Chris Davis and Omar Vizquel increased playing time at third base while Michael Young recovers a strained left hamstring, according to a major-league source.
The Royals have the talent to eventually contend for a title, but they must finally commit to rebuilding, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Royals have the talent to eventually contend for a title, but they must finally commit to rebuilding, Ken Rosenthal says.
Should James Loney be worried after the Dodgers deal for Jim Thome? Ken Rosenthal makes the call in his recap of Monday's deals.
The Dodgers, bolstering their starting rotation, have obtained right-hander Jon Garland from the Diamondbacks.
Should James Loney be worried after the Dodgers deal for Jim Thome? Ken Rosenthal makes the call in his recap of Monday's deals.
The Dodgers, bolstering their starting rotation, have obtained right-hander Jon Garland from the Diamondbacks.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made a big push to lock up the NL West, acquiring slugging first baseman Jim Thome from the Chicago White Sox and right-hander Jon Garland from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Brad Penny signed with the Giants for the rest of 2009 after he cleared waivers on Monday.
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