Monthly Archives: March 2010

Editors’ Note: This was my first column, published March 28, 2003 in The Daily Collegian. It’s reprinted with permission from The Collegian. I thought it was worth a read. *** My youngest nephew lives his life without much to worry … Continue reading →

The National League Central could provide a ton of fun story lines. The division has its share of stars and their seasons will be worth following. However, it’s the young players who have a chance to turn in breakout years … Continue reading →

Stephen King is writing a baseball novella. It has to be better than “The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon.” But it is difficult to imagine King topping “Faithful,” the book he wrote with Stewart O’Nan.

The American League Central gave baseball its best playoff race last season. It could provide another fun finish, especially with the stars involved. The division is rife with brilliant stars. Minnesota gives us Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau. Chicago provides … Continue reading →

Spring Training is rounding third as teams begin heading home. Minnesota sees improvement. The fifth starter in Philly is…

A dream match-up. Boston’s big three. J.A. Happ’s new approach.

You could make just as strong a case that the Arizona Diamondbacks could win the National League West as you could that they’ll finish fourth. That’s because each of the top four teams has a major flaw and a major … Continue reading →

We are less than one week away from a very special day. Happy Birthday Eric Bruntlett.

Vladimir Guerrero has a new home in Texas, but he’s still loved by his former teammates on the Angels. The American League West race could be tighter than David Wells and Prince Fielder in a phone booth. That is except … Continue reading →