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Ken Rosenthal Columns / 10-2008

Baseball needs to work on its calendar MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 389 days 2 hrs 53 mins

The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.

Phillies' rotation was the Series difference MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 389 days 23 hrs 53 mins

The difference for the Phillies in the Series was starting pitching, which was a surprise to Ken Rosenthal, but not GM Pat Gillick.

Brewers set to throw $100 million at CC MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 390 days 9 hrs 53 mins

If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.

A shower of World Series updates MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 391 days 6 hrs 49 mins

What's in store for the Rays and Phillies when the World Series resumes Wednesday? Ken Rosenthal checks out the title contenders.

Selig, MLB could've avoided this muddy mess MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 391 days 19 hrs 53 mins

Not halting Game 5 quickly enough wasn't the only problem Bud Selig has had with this World Series, Ken Rosenthal says.

Selig, MLB could've avoided this muddy mess MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 391 days 23 hrs 49 mins

Not halting Game 5 quickly enough wasn't the only problem Bud Selig has had with this World Series, Ken Rosenthal says.

Moyer pitched despite severe stomach virus MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 392 days 15 hrs 53 mins

Jamie Moyer didn't just help the Phillies get a Game 3 win. Ken Rosenthal says he did it despite a serious stomach virus.

The Rays most expected all along have arrived MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 392 days 15 hrs 53 mins

As Game 4 showed, the Rays' inexperience is starting to show. Ken Rosenthal says Tampa has only one weapon left: hope.

The Rays most expected all along have arrived MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 392 days 22 hrs 53 mins

As Game 4 showed, the Rays' inexperience is starting to show. Ken Rosenthal says Tampa has only one weapon left: hope.

Moyer pitched despite severe stomach virus MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 393 days 23 hrs 53 mins

As Jamie Moyer's wife revealed to Ken Rosenthal, the Phillies' starter pitched Game 3 despite a serious stomach virus.

Price delivers again when Rays need him most MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 395 days 23 hrs 53 mins

Rookie reliever David Price came through again as Tampa evened the Series. As Ken Rosenthal reminds, this is no ordinary 'pen.

With Hamels out of the way, Rays far from done MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 396 days 22 hrs 53 mins

Don't get carried away, Phillies fans. Although your Game 1 win was nice, Ken Rosenthal says the Rays will respond — as always.

Jays downplay Manny chances, want Burnett back MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 397 days 12 hrs 49 mins

Around baseball, people keep wondering: Which teams might be interested in Manny Ramirez as a free agent?

Prediction: Lots to like about Phils, but . . . MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 398 days 14 hrs 53 mins

As much as he likes the Phillies' core of veterans, Ken Rosenthal expects Tampa to cap off a dream season with a title.

Rays must guard against complacency MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 399 days 14 hrs 53 mins

The Rays are the better team and should expect to win the World Series. But Ken Rosenthal issues a warning to Joe Maddon's crew.

Rays must guard against complacence MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 399 days 15 hrs 53 mins

The Rays are the better team and should expect to win the World Series. But Ken Rosenthal issues a warning to Joe Maddon's crew.

Handicapping the Jake Peavy trade market MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 400 days 11 hrs 53 mins

With news that Padres ace Jake Peavy is on the trading block, Ken Rosenthal breaks down the teams lining up for his services.

With Dodgers' season over, the real games begin MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 403 days 14 hrs 53 mins

The Dodgers' season ended Wednesday night. Ken Rosenthal says now is when the real fun begins for free agent Manny Ramirez.

NL champion Phillies have their fill of heroes MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 404 days 53 mins

The Phillies are on their way to the World Series for the first time in 15 years. Ken Rosenthal spreads the credit around for that success.

With Dodgers' season over, the real game begins MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 404 days 4 hrs 53 mins

The Dodgers' season ended Wednesday night. Ken Rosenthal says now is when the real fun begins for free agent Manny Ramirez.

When Dodgers' season ends, the real game begins MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 404 days 13 hrs 53 mins

The Dodgers' season could end tonight. Ken Rosenthal says that's when the real fun could begin for free agent Manny Ramirez.

Will non-white free agents shun the Sox? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 405 days 5 hrs 53 mins

The Red Sox look more like white Sox these days. Coincidence? Maybe. But Ken Rosenthal wonders if it'll scare free agents away.

Torre hurt Dodgers by yanking Lowe early MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 405 days 5 hrs 53 mins

The Dodgers have relied on their bullpen all year, but Joe Torre's decision to pull Derek Lowe early was costly, Ken Rosenthal says.

Will non-white free agents shun the Sox? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 405 days 15 hrs 49 mins

The Red Sox look more like white Sox these days. Coincidence? Maybe. But Ken Rosenthal wonders if it'll scare free agents away.

Will non-white free agents shun the Sox? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 405 days 15 hrs 53 mins

The Red Sox look more like white Sox these days. Coincidence? Maybe. But Ken Rosenthal wonders if it'll scare free agents away.

Torre hurt Dodgers by yanking Lowe early MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 405 days 22 hrs 53 mins

The Dodgers have relied on their bullpen all year, but Joe Torre's decision to pull Derek Lowe early was costly, Ken Rosenthal says.

Dodgers stand up to Phillies in Game 3 win MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 406 days 19 hrs 53 mins

The Phillies threw the first two punches to take a 2-0 NLCS lead, but the Dodgers punched back in Game 3, Ken Rosenthal says.

Dodgers stand up to Phillies in Game 3 win MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 407 days 53 mins

The Phillies threw the first two punches to take a 2-0 NLCS lead, but the Dodgers punched back in Game 3, Ken Rosenthal says.

Phils get good news on field and bad news off of it MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 408 days 17 hrs 53 mins

Playoff wins are typically a happy occasion. But Ken Rosenthal says the Phillies had good reasons to be subdued on Friday.

Phils get good news on field and bad news off of it MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 409 days 2 hrs 53 mins

Playoff wins are typically a joyous occasion. But Ken Rosenthal says the Phillies had good reasons to be subdued on Friday.

Dodgers' failure to hang on could prove costly MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 409 days 23 hrs 53 mins

Yes, it was only Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.

Red Sox gambling there'll be a Game 7 MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 410 days 14 hrs 53 mins

The Red Sox rotation is set up to win the ALCS in seven games, but Ken Rosenthal has doubts about whether it'll get that far.

OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers ... I think MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 411 days 10 hrs 53 mins

He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?

OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 411 days 13 hrs 53 mins

He picked against the Dodgers the first time around. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again vs. the Phillies?

BoSox are baseball's consummate winners MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 413 days 49 mins

The Red Sox found a way to win again, this time eliminating the Angels. They remind Ken Rosenthal of baseball's last dynasty.

Strong management has Rays heading to ALCS MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 413 days 53 mins

Hey small-market teams, if you're seeking a plan for success, look at what the Rays' management has done, Ken Rosenthal says.

Strong management has Rays heading to ALCS MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 413 days 2 hrs 53 mins

Hey small-market teams, if you're seeking a plan for success, look at what the Rays' management has done, Ken Rosenthal says.

Cubs should learn from 2003 Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 413 days 21 hrs 53 mins

The sooner the Cubs stop blaming a curse for their postseason failures, the sooner they can end them, Ken Rosenthal says.

Angels get the Boston monkey off their backs MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 413 days 21 hrs 53 mins

After 11 straight playoff losses to the Red Sox, the Angels finally got the Boston monkey off their backs, Ken Rosenthal says.

With Brewers out, CC sweepstakes can begin MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 414 days 1 hrs 53 mins

Now that the Brewers' season is over, let the CC sweepstakes begin. Ken Rosenthal sets the stage with a jam-packed odds board.

Angels get the Boston monkey off their backs MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 414 days 1 hrs 53 mins

After 11 straight playoff losses to the Red Sox, the Angels finally got the Boston monkey off their backs, Ken Rosenthal says.

Rosenthal reacts to Sunday's playoff action MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 414 days 4 hrs 53 mins

The Phils were clutch in advancing to the NLCS. Meanwhile, the ChiSox stayed alive. Ken Rosenthal reacts to Sunday's action.

Cubs should learn from 2003 Red Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 415 days 49 mins

The sooner the Cubs stop blaming a curse for their postseason failures, the sooner they can end them, Ken Rosenthal says.

Brewers may not win series, but this was big MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 415 days 4 hrs 53 mins

The Brewers may not come back to win the series, but Ken Rosenthal says Saturday's win had special meaning for Milwaukee.

Red Sox-Dodgers would be one for the ages MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 415 days 22 hrs 53 mins

J.D. Drew at Chavez Ravine. Manny at Fenway. Ken Rosenthal is dreaming about a Dodgers-Red Sox World Series.

Mets, skipper Manuel agree on two-year deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 416 days 4 hrs 53 mins

Jerry Manuel will be staying with the Mets.

Unlike other imports, Iwamura is a keeper MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 416 days 4 hrs 53 mins

Unlike fellow Japanese import Fukudome, Akinori Iwamura is earning his keep. Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Rays' Game 2 win.

Sources: Mets near new deal with skipper Manuel MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 416 days 10 hrs 53 mins

Jerry Manuel will be staying with the Mets.

Rosenthal reacts to Thursday's playoff action MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 417 days 8 hrs 53 mins

So much for inexperience costing the Rays in the playoffs. Ken Rosenthal says the doubters should be silenced by now.

Could this series impact Vlad's future in Anaheim? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 417 days 9 hrs 53 mins

As Vladimir Guerrero's postseason struggles continue, Ken Rosenthal wonders if his failures in the clutch will cost him a big deal.

Rosenthal reacts to Wednesday's playoff action MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 418 days 4 hrs 53 mins

The Phils won, but did they manage Cole Hamels right? Meanwhile, the Cubs can't blame bad luck. Ken Rosenthal recaps the day.

Handling Hamels with care will help Phillies' chances MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 418 days 5 hrs 53 mins

Cole Hamels could've finished Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says it was more important for the Phillies to handle their ace with care.

No reason to start doubting Rays now MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 419 days 2 hrs 53 mins

For all they accomplished in the regular season, the Rays ranked only ninth in the American League in runs per game. One reason: The team rarely had three of its best hitters — Carlos Pena, Evan Longoria and Carl Crawford — clicking at the same time.

Is this the Cubbies' year? Let's hope MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 419 days 3 hrs 49 mins

The Cubs will win the World Series for one reason and one reason only:

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