Of course, that's a little bit of an exaggeration.But Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, who has previously been dubbed "Mr. April," is continuing his hot streak this post-season.In five post-season games (all wins), A-Rod is hitting .368 (7 hits in 19 at bats) with three home runs and eight runs batted in.He only had one hit last night, but it was an 11th-inning home run.Before the 2009 post-season, Rodriguez was hitting .279 with 10 home runs (in 166 ABs) and 25 RBIs in 44 career post-se... Read Full Story

Could Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain spend part of the 2010 season in the Minor Leagues?According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, that is a possibility. In addition to the starter-versus-reliever debate, some in the Yankees' organization wanted to send Chamberlain to the minors in August, per Sherman's sources.It's unlikely that Chamberlain, who's pitched well in relief in the ALDS thus far, will start if/when the Yankees advance to the ALCS. Instead, it's more likely that the Yanke... Read Full Story

Fighting for their playoff lives, the Detroit Tigers and Minnesota Twins were tied heading into their regular-season finales against the Chicago White Sox and Kansas City Royals, respectively.And after both teams won today, they will face off in a tie-breaker on Tuesday. Detroit beat Chicago 5-3 and Minnesota beat Kansas City 13-4 today.The tie-breaker will be played at the Metrodome and the Tigers will start 20-year-old Rick Porcello."He’s not going to be scared, I know that – and that’s a ... Read Full Story

On the day that Browns coach Eric Mangini named Derek Anderson starting quarterback, the Cleveland Indians announced that manager Eric Wedge will soon be (just) Eric Wedge.However, Wedge will manage the remaining games this season."I still wanted to finish what we started this year," said Wedge. "I felt it was the right thing to do. It's been a long run here as managers go. It will be a tough day."Only four managers -- Bobby Cox (Braves), Tony La Russa (Cardinals), Mike Scioscia (Angels) and... Read Full Story

The Chicago Cubs have suspended Milton Bradley for conduct detrimental to the team (or, as I call it: the Terrell Owens rule).Bradley said, "you understand why they haven't won in 100 years here." Those comments were made after he was scratched from Saturday's lineup. Now he is scratched from the rest of the season."Recently, it's become intolerable to hear Milton talk about our great fans the way he has," general manger Jim Hendry said. "We pride ourselves on having the greatest fans in base... Read Full Story

The Chicago Cubs have suspended Milton Bradley for conduct detrimental to the team (or, as I call it: the Terrell Owens rule).Bradley said, "you understand why they haven't won in 100 years here." Those comments were made after he was scratched from Saturday's lineup. Now he is scratched from the rest of the season."Recently, it's become intolerable to hear Milton talk about our great fans the way he has," general manger Jim Hendry said. "We pride ourselves on having the greatest fans in base... Read Full Story

The New York Yankees could have their closer back as soon as today, according to Mark Feinsand of the NY Daily News.Mariano Rivera, who hasn't pitched since September 1st, felt fine after a 16-pitch bullpen session."I wasn't expecting to feel anything," Rivera said. "That's how minor it was. We just had to make sure that it's ready. I wasn't looking for something or expecting something."Since Rivera's last appearance, Phil Hughes has closed out two of two save opportunities. In the process,... Read Full Story

The New York Yankees could have their closer back as soon as today, according to Mark Feinsand of the NY Daily News.Mariano Rivera, who hasn't pitched since September 1st, felt fine after a 16-pitch bullpen session."I wasn't expecting to feel anything," Rivera said. "That's how minor it was. We just had to make sure that it's ready. I wasn't looking for something or expecting something."Since Rivera's last appearance, Phil Hughes has closed out two of two save opportunities. In the process,... Read Full Story

The Braves have moved Kenshin Kawakami, who's 7-10 with an ERA of 3.97, to the bullpen.The Tigers have called up utility man Dan Kelly from Toledo, per Steve Kornacki of the MLive.com.White Sox pitcher Gavin Floyd retired the first 17 Red Sox hitters he faced Saturday.And Gordon Beckham left today's game due to a stiff back.Phil Hughes got his third save of the year for the Yankees today.The D'Backs have activated Eric Byrnes from the disabled list today.Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee hit two... Read Full Story

The Braves have moved Kenshin Kawakami, who's 7-10 with an ERA of 3.97, to the bullpen.The Tigers have called up utility man Dan Kelly from Toledo, per Steve Kornacki of the MLive.com.White Sox pitcher Gavin Floyd retired the first 17 Red Sox hitters he faced Saturday.And Gordon Beckham left today's game due to a stiff back.Phil Hughes got his third save of the year for the Yankees today.The D'Backs have activated Eric Byrnes from the disabled list today.Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee hit two... Read Full Story