PHILLIES MOVE ON WITH 6-2 WIN

" pushing Philadelphia into the NLCS for the first time in 15 years. Blanton gave up one run in six innings, allowing five hits while striking out seven and walking none in the Phillies' 6-2 victory over the...

Catcher Mike Piazza retires after 16 seasons

Mets manager Willie Randolph calls Piazza's retirement "the end of a hall of fame career." The 39-year-old is considered by many to be the best-hitting catcher of all-time." BEVERLY HILLS,...