Michael Inoa: This Kid Is Rich

Last night, 22 year-old Nationals rookie Collin Balester did something no starting pitcher in the franchise has done in nine years: Win his major league debut, as he gave up one run over five innnings. Balester thus bridged the gap between himself and the immortal Dan Smith, who won his debut on June 8, 1999 [...]

Would you pay $4.25 million for a 6?7 205 lbs 16-year old pitcher who can throw 95 mph? I would strongly consider purchasing the kid so that I could show him around to my friends and instantly become the coolest cat on the block. But on a serious note, $4.25 million is a serious amount of money for any team to pay a youngster that can only be considered a project. Out of all teams...

Alex Rodriguez and Jose Canseco are two men who differ in many ways. One is at the height of his playing career, while the other is broke and embroiled in a post-career controversy. One is a Hall of Fame bound superstar, while the other is struggling to stay on reality tv. One plays for the Yankees, while the other last played for the Long Beach Armada. However, with all of these...

Gulf Coast League Nationals Johnny Estrada has begun rehab with GCL Nationals. He was 1 for 1 last night … Esmailyn Gonzales, a super Dominican prospect, is living up to his hype. In 31 at bats, Gonzales has collected 14 hits (.442) scored 10 runs and drove in 11 … Jack McGeary, a high 2007 round lefty, has a ERA over 7.00 in his first 2 starts.

Los Angeles fans aren't usually characterized as the die-hard type, but one man is bravely trying to shatter that stereotype. Jeffrey Coles, 26, was arrested on Tuesday after a parking lot altercation with Oakland A's closer Huston Street...