The Astros name their Opening Day starter and the rest of the news around the majors.

Trying to understand “clutch,” “intangibles”, and “chemistry”.

Introducing a new regular feature at the Hardball Times.

The BlueJays are moving Miguel Batista into the show up in the 9th inning role and the rest of the news around the majors.

Brian reacts to the announcement that Rick Ankiel’s days as a pitcher are over.

The tumultuous saga of Three True Outcomes paladin Russ Branyan.

Congress issues subpoenas and the rest of the news around the majors.

Gleeman decides if Tony Oliva deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.

Ben continues his look at each team’s offseason by ranking teams No. 6 through No. 15.

Players are sent down to the minors and the rest of the news around the majors.