Kerry on, wayward son

The Cubs had to let star-crossed Kerry Wood go, says Gerry Fraley, who wonders where he will end up and what the Cubs will do for a closer. Full story

Buyer beware

Richard Justice says oft-injured Blue Jays RHP A.J. Burnett is worthy of big free agent money, but the buyer assumes all risks. More

Life in the big city
The Yankees may end Johan Santana's reign as richest pitcher, but they still might not be able to buy a playoff berth, says Ryan Fagan. More
New Mariners skipper Don Wakamatsu talks about being MLB's first Japanese-American manager.
Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane talks playoffs, Matt Holliday and quality pitching in 2009.

Cubs righthander Ryan Dempster talks about his new four-year, $52 million contract and more.

Phillies reliever Scott Eyre talks about his team's march to the World Series title and more.
Sporting News - Rising in Arizona

The Arizona Fall League has long been a breeding ground for future fantasy stars (like AL MVP Dustin Pedroia), and Frank Neville was there this year to report on all the top prospects. Read more