COMMENTARY | Miguel Cabrera has simply been the best thing to ever happen to the Detroit Tigers since being acquired in the 2007 offseason. The 30-year-old is the game's best hitter and on a fast track to a second consecutive Triple Crown. More »For the Detroit Tigers, Life Without Miguel Cabrera Nearly Became a Reality
COMMENTARY | The St. Louis Cardinals entered a May 20 road game against the San Diego Padres boasting a 28-15 record and held a narrow 2.5-game lead over the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates in the National League Central. Like any other team in Major League Baseball, the Cardinals have suffered their fair share of injuries, particularly in the starting rotation, which has made the team's incredible start to the season all the more impressive. More »St. Louis Cardinals Injury and DL Report
COMMENTARY | Zack Greinke broke his left collarbone after Carlos Quentin charged the mound on April 11. The original timetable for recovery and rehab following surgery was eight weeks, but Greinke managed a speedy recovery and was back in the bigs on May 15 (5.1 IP, 5 hits, 4 Ks, 0 BB, 83 pitches -- 50 for strikes), a turnaround of roughly five weeks from the day of the brawl. More »Los Angeles Dodgers Have a History of Mishandling Injuries, but They Did Right by Zack Greinke and His Broken Collarbone
COMMENTARY| It's difficult to believe that the baseball season is nearly two months old. While the major league clubs get all the attention, there are numerous players in the system who continue the push to make it to the bigs. Here's a look at some of Boston's top prospects. More »On the Farm: A Progress Report for the Top Prospects of the Boston Red Sox
COMMENTARY | The old adage says that injuries are a part of sports. More »Chicago Cubs DL Report
COMMENTARY | The Chicago White Sox's slow start at 20-23 is not cause for alarm for first-year general manager Rick Hahn. While the mediocre results and aging core has caused some fans to call for a rebuilt roster like what is in progress on the north side of Chicago, Hahn does not appear interested in such a project. More »No Rebuild in Sight for Chicago White Sox
COMMENTARY | Since Brian Cashman took over as general manager in 1998, the New York Yankees have had 21 first-round draft picks. Of those, 12 have been pitchers, including Phil Hughes (2004, #23), Ian Kennedy (2006, #21), and Joba Chamberlain (2006, #41). Of the remaining picks, only two - John-Ford Griffin (2001, #23) and Bronson Sardinha (2001, #34) - ever got a taste of big league experience. That's why I think Cashman will go with his scouting staff's biggest strength - finding big league arms - at the 2013 First-Year Player Draft, which begins June 6. More »With Three First-Round Picks, New York Yankees Likely Eyeing Hurlers
COMMENTARY | There was no doubting Clayton Kershaw was going to be a good Major League pitcher. When the Los Angeles Dodgers drafted him with the seventh pick of 2006 MLB draft, they were getting a guy who would have a long and distinguished career. More »Clayton Kershaw's Greatness Shouldn't Be Taken for Granted by Los Angeles Dodgers' Fans, Others
COMMENTARY | The trials and tribulations of the New York Mets' outfield has been well-documented. Looking ahead to 2014, who could Sandy Alderson target in the free agent market? The salaries of Johan Santana and Jason Bay are coming off the books, giving New York more financial flexibility. While some want the Mets to go after Shin Soo-Choo and Jacoby Ellsbury, Carlos Beltran should be given heavy consideration. More »Could Carlos Beltran Be an Option for the New York Mets in 2014?
COMMENTARY | The beat goes on for the Milwaukee Brewers, and it's not a very catchy jingle. A devastating 10-game road trip recently came to a close in which the Brewers went 2-8 against the top three teams not only in the National League Central, but in the National League in general. More »The St. Louis Cardinals Are Better Than the Milwaukee Brewers, but it Goes Deeper Than That
COMMENTARY | For almost two full games against the Cincinnati Reds this weekend, the Philadelphia Phillies offense looked absolutely pathetic. Going into the ninth inning on Sunday afternoon against one of baseball's best closers, flame-throwing Aroldis Chapman, the Phils had that stick-a-fork-in-them look, so very done. More »This is Why We Keep the Faith in the Philadelphia Phillies
COMMENTARY | After beginning the season on a blistering pace, leading the division, and showing the moxie to pull out wins in games that had "loss" written all over them, the Kansas City Royals have ground to a complete halt. More »Royal Outlook: A Review of the Kansas City Royals' Roster
COMMENTARY | With less than a decade as a major-league franchise, not counting their prior incarnation as the Montreal Expos, the Washington Nationals' forays into free agency have been fairly limited. More »Washington Nationals' Top Five Free-Agent Busts
COMMENTARY | When Ron Washington was named manager of the Texas Rangers in 2006, many fans said, "Who?" More »Can Ron Washington Finally Get Some Love?
COMMENTARY | Pitch No. 128 was upcoming for the 22-year-old left-handed hurler from Puerto Rico. The game was far from in doubt as the Milwaukee Brewers led the Baltimore Orioles 7-0 in the bottom of the ninth inning, yet no one in attendance at Memorial Stadium had left the ballpark. More »Owner of Sole Milwaukee Brewers No-Hitter, Juan Nieves Retired Too Early
COMMENTARY | Things got a little brighter for the New York Mets over the past four days. More »New York Mets Embark on a Crucial Stretch
COMMENTARY | The Minnesota Twins came into the 2013 season trying to convince their fans that their starting pitching was improved. Of course, after the disaster of 2012, the starting pitching could hardly be worse. More »Minnesota Twins Need to Make Changes to Starting Rotation
COMMENTARY | Fredi Gonzalez could be in danger of being cast for the next season of "Hoarders." The third-year Atlanta Braves manager has taken to collecting so many catchers that it may be time for his neighbors to call on the authorities to get him the help he needs. Since Brian McCann and Evan Gattis are proving to be valuable pieces to a potential playoff push, Gerald Laird is the odd man out on the Atlanta roster. More »Atlanta Braves: It is Time to Let Gerald Laird Go
COMMENTARY | Jeff Locke held the Houston Astros scoreless through seven innings Sunday, just long enough for Mark Melancon and Jason Grilli to come in and shut the door like they have so many times this season. It was a masterful performance for the young pup of the rotation, even if it was against the worst team in baseball. The feat marks the third time this season Locke has held opponents scoreless during an outing, a trend that Pittsburgh Pirates pitchers are accomplishing at a rapid rate so far. More »Tossing Up Zeros: The Pittsburgh Pirates Excel at Blanking Opponents
COMMENTARY | When it comes to signing free agents, the results have been a mixed bag over the years for the Cleveland Indians. More »The Top Five Free-Agent Busts in Cleveland Indians History
COMMENTARY | Never in a million years would I have predicted that the Chicago Cubs would have a tough decision about where to put Matt Garza upon his return from the disabled list. More »Chicago Cubs: Why Moving Carlos Villanueva to the Bullpen Was the Right Decision
COMMENTARY| As the Major League Baseball season hits the quarter-pole, the Cleveland Indians have no doubt been one of the surprises of the early season. At 23-17, the Indians are currently tied with the Detroit Tigers for first place in the American League Central, having won 15 of their last 19 games after an 8-13 start to the 2013 campaign. Do the Indians have the firepower to keep pace with the Tigers, or has the month of May just been an oasis of wins in what will eventually become a desert of losses? More »Five Reasons the Cleveland Indians Can Win the AL Central
COMMENTARY | The Chicago White Sox are headed back to Chicago with a 19-23 record, where they will play 10 straight games and 17 out of their next 23. The White Sox had played 14 out of their 17 May games away from home before returning home to play the Boston Red Sox. Already 6 games out of first place, the White Sox are at a critical juncture early in the season. More »Now is the Time for Chicago White Sox
COMMENTARY | When you are a team mired in rebuilding, it is difficult to suggest getting rid of anyone. While the Chicago Cubs do not have a 25-man roster full of superstars, most everyone on the roster is contributing in some way. No one player is responsible for the Cubs being below .500, but it is fair to say that a significant percentage of the blame can be placed on the bullpen. ... More »Why the Chicago Cubs Should Cut Shawn Camp
COMMENTARY | If Sunday was any indication, life after Jacoby Ellsbury may not be as bad as once thought for the Boston Red Sox. More »Is it Time for the Boston Red Sox to Move on from Jacoby Ellsbury?