Ordinary Chase Utley does the extraordinary for Phillies - Lee Jenkins - SI.com. Posted: Thursday October 29, 2009 2:23AM; Updated: Thursday October 29, 2009 2:31AM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN) ArashMarkaziInside The NBA Content in Denver, Carmelo Anthony still has much to prove. Oct 29, 2009 History Calls Kevork Djansezian/Getty ImagesWith Kobe Bryant pushing the Lakers, L.A. may have not only a title in its sights, but an historic regular season, too.Thought by many to be unreachable, the Bulls' record 72-win season could be in jeopardy this year, thinks a star from that Chicago team, writes Chris Mannix in his NBA Mailbag. Oct 29, 2009 TALL ORDERS: Progress report on young big men, notes Oct 29, 2009 Checking The Forecast Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty ImagesKevin Durant is looking to improve upon the 25.3 points and 6.5 rebounds he averaged last year for the Thunder.What lies ahead this season? SI.com's NBA experts look deep into their crystal balls. Oct 29, 2009 AllanMuirNHL Power Rankings The Penguins are still on top, but will they miss Sergei Gonchar? Oct 28, 2009 On The Road To Victory APJimmie Johnson's Chase victory is all but inevitable after his finish at Martinsville. He is ahead by 118 points.Jimmie Johnson is still king after Martinsville, writes Tom Bowles. Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin and the rest of the pack need to step up soon if they want a shot at winning the Chase. Oct 28, 2009 Agassi used crystal meth, lied about it Oct 28, 2009 Leaping Longhorns APTexas QB Colt McCoy, who has struggled this year, appeared to return to 2008 form in a 41-7 rout of Missouri. Another week, another No. 1 team in the Power Rankings. While Alabama and Florida flirted with disaster, Texas finally played like the best team in the country, says Andy Staples. Oct 28, 2009 East preview Oct 28, 2009 Who Has The Advantage? Jed Jacobsohn/Getty ImagesThe Phils' Game 1 starter, Cliff Lee, has posted a microscopic 0.74 ERA while winning all three of his playoff starts.Cliff Lee or CC Sabathia? Ryan Howard or Mark Teixeira? Jimmy Rollins or Derek Jeter? Ted Keith breaks down the Phils and Yanks position by position and reveals who has the edge. Oct 28, 2009 A bold idea on how to beat the Yankees Oct 28, 2009 The Big Hurt Getty Images (3)Ilya Kovalchuk, Milan Lucic and Johan Franzen are just three of the stars who will be out for considerable periods.Stars are falling to injury at a staggering rate. Michael Farber rates the impact on their teams. Also: the young season's breakout star and Carey Price grabs some pine in Montreal. Oct 28, 2009 First building complete on 2012 Olympic Park site Oct 27, 2009 ODD COUPLE: Utah's Millsap, Boozer thrown for a loop Oct 27, 2009 The Phils' Unsung Hero APPhillies right fielder Jayson Werth is batting .281 with five home runs and 10 RBIs in nine postseason games.A devastating injury threatened his career, but Jayson Werth has quietly fought back to become a crucial cog in the Phillies' bid for a second straight World Series title, says Joe Lemire. Oct 27, 2009 PAULINE: Pike leads Risers & Sliders: 2010 NFL Draft Oct 27, 2009 Ex-No. 1 pick Smith reclaims Niners' starting job Oct 27, 2009 Analyzing the best Yanks-Phillies matchups Oct 27, 2009 Mark McGwire Oct 27, 2009 Ware inks 6-year, $78M extension with Cowboys Oct 27, 2009 World Series Oct 27, 2009 Clips No. 1 pick Griffin out with broken kneecap Oct 27, 2009 Indians hire ex-Nationals skipper Acta Oct 26, 2009 NormanChadCouch Slouch I love the NFL, but why is it that I hate so many things about it? Oct 26, 2009 Week 7 studs, duds & Fantasy Revelations Oct 26, 2009 Tennis: Schiavone takes Kremlin title Oct 26, 2009 CLICKS: Stay away from all 'Skins; WR/RB/QB locks Oct 24, 2009 Olympic Outlook Getty Images (2)A slow start will likely cost Calder-winner Steve Mason (Canada) but not Vezina-winner Tim Thomas (Team USA).Stars are auditioning for spots on Team USA and Team Canada. Allan Muir sizes up their first three weeks and finds surprises are emerging while locks play themselves out of the picture. Oct 24, 2009 Still at practice Oct 24, 2009 Redskins GM: Zorn won't be fired during season Oct 24, 2009 MarkBeechRacing Fan Jimmie Johnson bad for NASCAR? I don't think so. Oct 24, 2009 Ex-Titans GM's wife wanted Patriots to score 100 Oct 23, 2009 SethDavisHoop Thoughts In a down year for the Pac-10, expectations are high for Cal. Oct 23, 2009 NFL hopes to curb wild spending in 2010 Oct 23, 2009 UConn's Edsall says players will be ready to play Oct 23, 2009 College Football Oct 23, 2009 Spreading His Wings APBrad Keselowski said he learned about how to be a good teammate during his time at Hendrick.Brad Keselowski is driving for racing's best team this season. But the rookie has to make his own path -- and that means leaving the Hendrick stable. Tom Bowles has the story. Oct 23, 2009 LAYDEN: Will Bode Miller perform at his usual level? Oct 23, 2009 CoryMcCartneyInside College Football Look closely at the Big Ten and you'll see parity, not weakness. Oct 22, 2009 Washington-Gonzaga rivalry game may resume Oct 22, 2009 Serving A Purpose? Getty ImagesWorld No. 1 Roger Federer will kick off his 2010 campaign with an exhibition tourney in Abu Dhabi.What's the problem with pros playing exhibitions? Nothing really, says SI.com's Jon Wertheim. But it all depends on how you perceive their place in the game's calendar. Oct 22, 2009 NFL Power Rankings Oct 22, 2009 JonHeymanThe Daily Scoop Where will Matt Holliday go? The Yanks might be his early leader. Oct 22, 2009 Keeping Up With the Jameses APLeBron James and Shaquille O'Neal will take aim at Cleveland's first title in any major sport in more than 45 years.Shaq's addition to LeBron James' Cavs was only one of the big moves top contenders made in the offseason. That should make the next eight months a lot of fun, writes Ian Thomsen. Oct 22, 2009 Penguins lose Gonchar 4-6 weeks to broken wrist Oct 22, 2009 A Long Fight Rusty Jarrett/Getty ImagesMax Siegel's new team Revolution Racing will be trailed by BET camera crews throughout next season.Former DEI executive Max Siegel is on a mission to get more minorities involved in NASCAR. Thanks to one new innovative deal, he's getting closer, writes SI.com's Brant James. Oct 22, 2009 NoahDavisMLS Free Kicks Loads to love about Seattle, and 7 teams fight for 3 playoff spots. Oct 22, 2009 Donovan earns his record 6th U.S. player of year Oct 21, 2009 College Football Rankings Oct 21, 2009 BrittRobsonInside The NBA Sometimes, all promising young big men need is time to grow. Oct 21, 2009 J.J. atop Power Rankings, but who's second? Oct 21, 2009 Rising Avalanche Dave Reginek/NHLI via Getty ImagesThe struggling Red Wings are treating the puck like a grenade, and the Avalanche happily took advantage of it.The surprising road-warrior Avs are in the top two of Allan Muir's Power Rankings. Meanwhile, the Penguins roll despite their quiet big guns as the trapping Coyotes continue to amaze. Oct 21, 2009 Where Are The Kids? Norm Hall/NHLI via Getty ImagesOne of the NHL's most surprising teams so far, the Coyotes are winning with veteran imports, not homegrown kids. Michael Farber looks at the fate of the Coyotes' top young players, who were expected to play a major role in the team's rise, but haven't. Also: Messier's front office future, more. Oct 21, 2009 DonBanksInside The NFL Has anyone ever benefitted from employment with Daniel Snyder? Oct 21, 2009 WNBA's Detroit franchise on move to Tulsa, Okla. Oct 21, 2009 Look Of A Dynasty? Jeff Zelevansky/Getty ImagesThe Phillies pulled off a thrilling win in Game 4, scoring two runs off Jonathan Broxton in the bottom of the ninth.The Phillies are one win away from appearing in a second consecutive World Series. Jon Heyman says this ballclub has the killer instinct that could give Philly another ring -- and more. Oct 21, 2009 Yanks talented, deep -- and invincible Oct 21, 2009 Sochi '14 expects to best $1B in sponsor revenue Oct 20, 2009 ArashMarkaziInside The NBA Carlos Boozer and Paul Millsap are still in Utah. How awkward. Oct 20, 2009 JoePosnanskiInside Baseball Ranking the best "pure" hitters in baseball over the last 60 years. Oct 20, 2009 AllanMuirInside The NHL Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli seeks to shake up his slumbering team. Oct 20, 2009 Lewis takes over for Zorn as Redskins play-caller Oct 20, 2009 Wolves' Love will have surgery on broken hand Oct 20, 2009 Button claims first Formula One title at Brazil GP Oct 19, 2009 Johnson claims third Chase victory, extends lead Oct 18, 2009 A Win Is A Win ... Is A Win Damian Strohmeyer/SIThe underrated Longhorns defense allowed only 311 total yards, while holding the Sooners to -16 yards rushing. This installment of the Red River Rivalry was neither a shootout nor a showcase for the Heisman voters. But in the end, No. 3 Texas still controls its BCS destiny, writes Stewart Mandel. Oct 18, 2009 MORE TO COME: Brandon Roy looks to round out game Oct 18, 2009 Italy: Amauri lifts Juventus to tie with Fiorentina Oct 18, 2009 Golden Girl Richard Heathcote/Getty ImagesKayla Williams (center) won the first world vault title by a U.S. woman. The U.S. won four medals in three events.Kayla Williams, 16, was still competing at the level below elite five months ago. But she looked like an old pro while winning the vault title at the world gymnastics championships. Oct 18, 2009 JoePosnanskiInside Baseball CC Sabathia has gone from raw thrower to dominating force. Oct 18, 2009 So far, it's been an October of mistakes Oct 18, 2009 JeffPearlmanPearls Of Wisdom Despite retiring, Jim Jeffcoat couldn't stay away from football. Oct 17, 2009 Busch rolls to seventh Nationwide win of season Oct 17, 2009 Former L.A. Rams running back Bryant dies at 58 Oct 17, 2009 On a cold night, only Yankees play it cool Oct 17, 2009 Examining the extended playoff schedule Oct 17, 2009 What led to A-Rod's revival? Many theories Oct 17, 2009 Giants' Jacobs frustrated with production drop-off Oct 16, 2009 Experts' picks Oct 16, 2009 Let The Madness Begin John Biever/SIKalin Lucas returns to lead a Michigan State squad that lost to North Carolina in the finals last season.Tom Izzo may doubt the Spartans' hype, but it's hard to put Kalin Lucas and Co. below number two in the season's first Power Rankings. So who's number one? Luke Winn has the story. Oct 16, 2009 PaulDaughertyInside The NFL Loss of coordinator's wife has helped inspire upstart Bengals. Oct 16, 2009 Guiding Hand Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty ImagesIn 18 years of NBA coaching, Rick Adelman has averaged 48 wins a season and reached the playoffs 16 times.Few coaches have done more with less fanfare than Rick Adelman. But to save a Rockets season already laid low by injuries, he'll need to be at his creative best, writes Britt Robson. Oct 16, 2009 BrantJamesInside Racing Catching up with newly crowned IndyCar champ Dario Franchitti. Oct 16, 2009 Back to Chemistry News©1998-2009 SurfWax, Inc. All rights reserved. Patents pending.
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