Ever since the Major League Baseball collective bargaining agreement established a designated hitter for the National League, there have been rumors that the St. Louis Cardinals would consider bringing back Albert Pujols. A new report indicates those talks are gaining momentum.
The grass is just a little bit greener, the hot dogs and pretzels smell just a little bit tastier and, despite what the thermometer outside may say, it always feels just a bit warmer. Welcome to Major League Baseball's Opening Day for the 2014 season!
If you thought that the pitch that hit A-Rod was bad, you haven't seen this. A pitch got away from New York Mets' pitcher Jonathan Niese during Wednesday's game. The result was a 90-mile-per-hour fastball connecting with Atlanta Braves outfielder Jason Heyward.
2013 could be the final year that Mariano Rivera ever plays baseball. Love or hate the New York Yankees, this man has the respect of every player and fan. So what exactly makes the all-time saves leader so likable? A few things come to mind: