In the first installment of a three-parter, Steve chronicles the saga of the Chicago Cubs in one of the most interesting (though not ultimately successful) periods of their long history. Extra bonus points if you can keep track of all of the “head coaches.”

The Devil Rays signed Denny Neagle and the rest of the news around the majors.

Aaron and Craig continue their 24-and-under draft picking from a seemingly weak crop of young second basemen.

The Devil Rays and Diamondbacks make a trade and the rest of the news around the majors.

The Tigers agree to terms with Magglio Ordonez and the rest of the news around the majors.

The Tigers could be close to signing Magglio Ordonez and the rest of the news around the majors.

A look back at one of baseball’s finest — and most well travelled — pinch hitters

The Devil Rays are still interested in Charles Johnson and the rest of the news around the majors.

Aaron continues his review of last season’s top 50 prospects.

The Sammy Sosa trade is completed and the rest of the news around the majors.