Despite ending the game with Ivan Rodriguez at second base, the Tigers managed to beat the Red Sox to move 6.5 games ahead of Chicago in the AL Central. Also, budding star Jose Reyes hit three home runs last night against the Phillies.

The Dodgers and Giants extend their opposing streaks in the first of a three game series in Los Angeles.

Five potential breakout players who could push their teams into October and beyond.

Which of this season’s deadline deals will push teams into the playoffs? Hint: It might be a good time to check out JetBlue.com for cheap flights to New York in October.

Which National League contenders could use the most help down the stretch? Which team whiffed its way down the third-base ladder like a drunken frat boy? Read the National League version of the top 10 worst regulars for contenders to find out.

Take a look at the 10 worst regulars playing for AL contenders to see who has the most to gain or lose at the trading deadline.

In Part 2, Bryan looks at how the Tigers put together their much improved offense and finds that they are one of the best organizations in the majors at finding free talent.

We’ve read so much about how Barry Bonds, the man is doing. Bryan takes a critical look at how Bonds, the player, is doing.

Bryan looks at how Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski assembled the best pitching staff in the majors.

Will the A’s hold off the injury bug and the Angels and win the AL West?