It’s the same story in the American League Central every year: One team wins, the other team talks.

Ben takes a look at a pitcher with a chance to become the first to lose 20 games since, well, since just last season. Apparently losing 20 games isn’t that bad if it’s only been one year since the last person did it.

Randy Johnson passes Steve Carlton into 3rd place on the career SO list, Art Howe is fired, Scott Rolen will be out for another week and the rest of the news around the majors.

Yesterday was a sad day, as one of Aaron’s favorite pastimes went away.

Ben talks about Oakland’s Big Three, Nomar Garciaparra’s season and some impressive relievers.

Rangers P Frank Francisco was arrested, Jason Giambi returns to the Yankees and the rest of the news around the majors.

Studes discusses why Win Shares are the best statistical tool to use for those MVP debates.

Ben and Larry talk about the strength of the Yankees and the importance of winning the AL East.

Rangers P Frank Fransisco throws a chair into the stands, terrible pitching by the Reds, Sammy Sosa has his 10th consecutive 30+ HR season and the rest of the news around the majors.

Guest columnist Bill James has his own take on the Ichiro record quest.