Just going to point the way to some of the smaller stories happening around baseball that may not get that much attention this morning.
Veteran back-up catcher, Jason LaRue will retire due to the effects of a concussion suffered on August 10th, when the Reds and Cardinals got into a brawl.  Reds pitcher Johnny Cueto ended [...]

The Padres, as you may have heard, have lost their last 10 games.  They are the holders of the second longest losing streak this season, the Pirates have the first, and they are struggling to hold onto the lead in the West division which they have held all season.  They have been the surprise team [...]

No big stories, but lots of little ones.  Jeff Francouer becomes a Ranger, and the Mets acquire an ex Yankee in Joaquin Arias.  Arias was sent to Texas with Alphonso Soriano once upon a time.  While Arias could play second base everyday next season, he probably is more of a utility infielder.
Manny made his debut [...]

You all know I love the pieces that give you insight into who a player is.  This short question and answer piece from the Denver Post about Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez is one of those nice pieces where you hear Gonzalez talk about his experience playing baseball in his own voice.

I can’t say I knew Keli McGregor, despite a handful of emails I have from him.  I sent books to many team Presidents and owners when it came out, and both the Rockies owner Charlie Monfort, and team President Keli McGregor emailed a thank you note when they received their copies.  From there I was [...]