When sure things aren’t.

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.

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

Minnesota’s first legitimate slugger in a long time is set to begin his first full season in the big leagues. Aaron takes a look at what to expect from Justin Morneau.

Are the NHL’s woes a blessing for MLB?

Aaron takes a look at what to expect from the newest Japanese League imports.

Does the recent retiree belong in Coopertown?

We complete the saga of what might have been the most talented team ever to win nothing. If Hemingway had concocted a baseball story, it probably would have gone something like this.

On August 12, 1987, Doyle Alexander was traded for minor leaguer John Smoltz. Fans of both teams have said they’re pretty happy with this trade. Should they be?