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The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.
The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.
The difference for the Phillies in the Series was starting pitching, which was a surprise to Ken Rosenthal, but not GM Pat Gillick.
If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.
What's in store for the Rays and Phillies when the World Series resumes Wednesday? Ken Rosenthal checks out the title contenders.
Not halting Game 5 quickly enough wasn't the only problem Bud Selig has had with this World Series, Ken Rosenthal says.
Not halting Game 5 quickly enough wasn't the only problem Bud Selig has had with this World Series, Ken Rosenthal says.
Jamie Moyer didn't just help the Phillies get a Game 3 win. Ken Rosenthal says he did it despite a serious stomach virus.
As Game 4 showed, the Rays' inexperience is starting to show. Ken Rosenthal says Tampa has only one weapon left: hope.
As Game 4 showed, the Rays' inexperience is starting to show. Ken Rosenthal says Tampa has only one weapon left: hope.
As Jamie Moyer's wife revealed to Ken Rosenthal, the Phillies' starter pitched Game 3 despite a serious stomach virus.
Rookie reliever David Price came through again as Tampa evened the Series. As Ken Rosenthal reminds, this is no ordinary 'pen.
Don't get carried away, Phillies fans. Although your Game 1 win was nice, Ken Rosenthal says the Rays will respond as always.
Around baseball, people keep wondering: Which teams might be interested in Manny Ramirez as a free agent?
As much as he likes the Phillies' core of veterans, Ken Rosenthal expects Tampa to cap off a dream season with a title.
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.
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.
With news that Padres ace Jake Peavy is on the trading block, Ken Rosenthal breaks down the teams lining up for his services.
The Dodgers' season ended Wednesday night. Ken Rosenthal says now is when the real fun begins for free agent Manny Ramirez.
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.
The Dodgers' season ended Wednesday night. Ken Rosenthal says now is when the real fun begins for free agent Manny Ramirez.
The Dodgers' season could end tonight. Ken Rosenthal says that's when the real fun could begin for free agent Manny Ramirez.
The Red Sox look more like white Sox these days. Coincidence? Maybe. But Ken Rosenthal wonders if it'll scare free agents away.
The Dodgers have relied on their bullpen all year, but Joe Torre's decision to pull Derek Lowe early was costly, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Red Sox look more like white Sox these days. Coincidence? Maybe. But Ken Rosenthal wonders if it'll scare free agents away.
The Red Sox look more like white Sox these days. Coincidence? Maybe. But Ken Rosenthal wonders if it'll scare free agents away.
The Dodgers have relied on their bullpen all year, but Joe Torre's decision to pull Derek Lowe early was costly, Ken Rosenthal says.
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.
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.
Playoff wins are typically a happy occasion. But Ken Rosenthal says the Phillies had good reasons to be subdued on Friday.
Playoff wins are typically a joyous occasion. But Ken Rosenthal says the Phillies had good reasons to be subdued on Friday.
Yes, it was only Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.
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.
He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?
He picked against the Dodgers the first time around. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again vs. the Phillies?
The Red Sox found a way to win again, this time eliminating the Angels. They remind Ken Rosenthal of baseball's last dynasty.
Hey small-market teams, if you're seeking a plan for success, look at what the Rays' management has done, Ken Rosenthal says.
Hey small-market teams, if you're seeking a plan for success, look at what the Rays' management has done, Ken Rosenthal says.
The sooner the Cubs stop blaming a curse for their postseason failures, the sooner they can end them, Ken Rosenthal says.
After 11 straight playoff losses to the Red Sox, the Angels finally got the Boston monkey off their backs, Ken Rosenthal says.
Now that the Brewers' season is over, let the CC sweepstakes begin. Ken Rosenthal sets the stage with a jam-packed odds board.
After 11 straight playoff losses to the Red Sox, the Angels finally got the Boston monkey off their backs, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Phils were clutch in advancing to the NLCS. Meanwhile, the ChiSox stayed alive. Ken Rosenthal reacts to Sunday's action.
The sooner the Cubs stop blaming a curse for their postseason failures, the sooner they can end them, Ken Rosenthal says.
The Brewers may not come back to win the series, but Ken Rosenthal says Saturday's win had special meaning for Milwaukee.
J.D. Drew at Chavez Ravine. Manny at Fenway. Ken Rosenthal is dreaming about a Dodgers-Red Sox World Series.
Jerry Manuel will be staying with the Mets.
Unlike fellow Japanese import Fukudome, Akinori Iwamura is earning his keep. Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Rays' Game 2 win.
Jerry Manuel will be staying with the Mets.
So much for inexperience costing the Rays in the playoffs. Ken Rosenthal says the doubters should be silenced by now.
As Vladimir Guerrero's postseason struggles continue, Ken Rosenthal wonders if his failures in the clutch will cost him a big deal.
The Phils won, but did they manage Cole Hamels right? Meanwhile, the Cubs can't blame bad luck. Ken Rosenthal recaps the day.
Cole Hamels could've finished Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says it was more important for the Phillies to handle their ace with care.
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.
The Cubs will win the World Series for one reason and one reason only: