Hernandez likely a placeholder in Mets' rotation
And you thought Livan Hernandez's 6.05 ERA last season might be enough to end his career. Think again, sports fans; looks like he's about to win a big…
Cubs to hold 2-for-1 special event
Fred Mitchell reports the Cubs are finally going to retire No. 31: At long last, Ferguson Jenkins received the call. The Cubs plan to retire the No…
Figuring out the mystery third baseman
Are the Astros in the market for a third baseman? From MLB Trade Rumors: According to Jose de Jesus Ortiz of the Houston Chronicle, in the wake of A…
Signing Pedro Martinez probably not a good move
Hey, the economy's rough on everybody. Even future Hall of Famers: Free agency isn't what it used to be. Pedro Martinez, a three-time Cy Young winne…
Kottaras looks to be best backup choice for Sox
Looks like Tim Wakefield has a new playmate: According to the Boston Herald's Michael Silverman, the Red Sox have parted ways with catcher Josh Bard…
Pitch counts aren't a hindrance to WBC
ShysterBall on WBC pitch limits: This is an odd story. A bad English-Spanish translation cost the Cuban team the use of two of its relievers for its…
Jeter over Rollins? You really have to wonder why
The big story last night was David Wright, in a good way. But it was almost Derek Jeter, in a bad way. Robothal: MIAMI -- What started as a touchy s…
Getting something from Kearns key for Nationals
In a fantasy context (I guess), Sean Agranov wonders what the Nats will do with all those outfielders: The Washington Nationals have one of the most…
Perez the true definition of a marginal player
What are the job prospects for a lefty pinch hitter with an American League team that basically has a set lineup? Probably not so hot: LAKELAND, Fla…
Reaching postseason not a realistic goal for Reds
Tim Dierkes continues his series with a look at the Reds. Money shot: The Reds scored 4.35 runs per game in '08, 12th in the NL. How will they fare …