Archive for January 2010

With all the focus on the big free agents and trades this offseason, here’s a look at what teams in the bottom half of baseball’s payroll structure are up to.

How to watch the World Series when your team isn’t in the Fall Classic.

Five starters have had outstanding seasons in the American League. But only one can win the Cy Young Award.

The best player nobody ever seems to talk about.

Three years ago, trying to identify the next generation of outstanding ballplayers, Sports Illustrated tabbed “8 Who Will Be Great.” It’s time to check back on the eight and see how they’re doing.

Inspired by the five cycles in the books this season, a look at each team’s last brush with this rare hitting gem.

The best hitters at getting to 3-0

A breakdown of the Cardinals starter’s epic ground ball extravaganza on Tuesday against the Mets.

A look at this year’s group of hitters who specialize in making the defense work reveals a surprise.

The aftershocks of the Washington third baseman’s recent 30-game hitting streak could be felt for the rest of 2009.