If the Rays are going to win the series vs the White Sox they need solid starting pitching and most of all they need to stay healthy. (Tampa Trib)
We are still shocked about how quiet it was at Wrigley yesterday after James Loney hit his grand slam. You could feel the nervous tension in the ballpark sitting in your living room. (Sun Times)
A's pitcher Justin Duchscherer had surgery to remove loose cartilage from his hip (ouch!) but is expected to be ready for spring training. (San Fran Chronicle)
The Phillies won game 1 yesterday, but not without Brad Lidge making things interesting in the 9th. (Philly Inquirer)
Which Brett Myers will show up for the Phillies tonight in game 2? (Philly Inquirer)
Negotiations with Jerry Manuel are reportedly not going as smooth as the Mets may have anticipated. (Newsday)
No need to panic: Johan had minor knee surgery, but will be ready for spring training. (NY Post)
The Bannister for Burgos trade continues to pay dividends for the Mets. What a debacle. (Star Ledger)
Maybe a sign of the economy? MLB attendance has dropped 1.1% this season. (Miami Herald)
It is amazing what one playoff loss can do to a fan bases psyche. Lester was awesome last night though, wasn't he? (L.A. Times)
Derek Lowe came up big as well for the Dodgers last night. Did anyone else look at that pitching matchup and say, "I know Dempster has had a good season, but Lowe is a better pitcher." Well maybe not, but we obviously did. (L.A. Times)
The Astros have declined the option on reliever Doug Brocail. (Houston Chronicle)
Rangers owner Tom Hicks feels the Rangers are headed in the right direction. Any thoughts on that Rangers fans? (Dallas Morning News)
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