Sources: Nats will take chance, draft Strasburg MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 175 days 15 hrs 22 mins

The Nats won't be scared off Stephen Strasburg. Sources tell Ken Rosenthal Washington will pick the would-be $50 million man.

Reds' Votto on DL due to stress-related issues MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 176 days 11 hrs 22 mins

The Cincinnati Reds have placed first baseman Joey Votto on the 15-day disabled list due to stress-related issues.

With Myers out, Phils to go after difference-maker MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 177 days 8 hrs 22 mins

With Brett Myers out for the season, the Phils are in a bind. Ken Rosenthal knows what Philly wants to do next, and it could be big.

Sources: Rockies fire Hurdle as manager; Tracy in MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 177 days 15 hrs 22 mins

Clint Hurdle was fired Friday as manager of the Colorado Rockies, according to major-league sources.

Crazy Cubbies still searching for that run MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 177 days 18 hrs 22 mins

Big Z's tirade is just the latest example. The Cubs are going crazy from all the losing and Ken Rosenthal is ready to get an eyeful.

Sorry Papi, but we're living in age of accusations MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 179 days 17 hrs 22 mins

It's easy for twitwits and blognoramuses to say Big Papi stinks because he's no longer on PEDs. Ken Rosenthal says that's unfair.

Struggling Rockies appear headed toward selloff MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 180 days 17 hrs 22 mins

Will Clint Hurdle take the fall for the Rockies struggles? Will the team hold a fire sale? Ken Rosenthal offers some insight.

Astros need to be realistic and start to rebuild MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 181 days 6 hrs 17 mins

It's obvious the Astros aren't going anywere. Ken Rosenthal says it's time the club deals its stars. Yes, that means even Roy Oswalt.

Peavy made wise move to spurn White Sox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 185 days 10 hrs 22 mins

Jake Peavy has decided against going to Chicago. Considering what lies ahead, he did the right thing, Ken Rosenthal says.

Peavy invokes no-trade, rejects White Sox deal MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 185 days 10 hrs 22 mins

Jake Peavy will not be joining the White Sox.

Peavy will be better served to wait MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 185 days 12 hrs 18 mins

As Jake Peavy weighs the ChiSox's offer, Ken Rosenthal would like to remind the Pads' ace that better deals are around the corner.

Sources: Approval needed for Peavy-to-ChiSox MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 185 days 19 hrs 22 mins

Already 10 games out of first place just 40 games into the season, the San Diego Padres aren't waiting for the trade deadline to unload their most valuable asset.

Mets get hot, then fall back into state of flux MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 186 days 13 hrs 22 mins

The Mets were catching fire. But after two blunder-filled games in L.A., it's clear something is awry in New York, Ken Rosenthal says.

Blue Jays' home-grown strategy pays off MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 187 days 18 hrs 22 mins

The Blue Jays are the league's biggest surprise and Ken Rosenthal says it all starts with the team's organic approach.

Tribe not trying to move Martinez, but would they? MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 189 days 1 hrs 22 mins

Despite a slow start, the Tribe will be reluctant to deal Victor Martinez. But that won't stop teams from asking, Ken Rosenthal says.

MLB, FOX agree to start playoff games earlier MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 189 days 5 hrs 22 mins

Kids, no more staying up past bedtime in October. Adults, no more showing up bleary-eyed for work.

A Rangers collapse is no sure bet MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 191 days 15 hrs 22 mins

The Rangers look good, but we know what you're thinking: When will they collapse? Ken Rosenthal's answer may surprise you.

Hall of Fame: Some tough calls must be made MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 192 days 17 hrs 22 mins

Soon, Ken Rosenthal will have to make the call on juicers in his Hall of Fame ballot. And that poses a big problem for him.

Brewers, Catalanotto reach agreement MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 194 days 9 hrs 22 mins

The Brewers, adding a needed left-handed bat, have reached agreement with free agent Frank Catalanotto, according to a major-league source.

Source: Brewers, Catalanotto reach agreement MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 194 days 16 hrs 22 mins

The Brewers, adding a needed left-handed bat, have reached agreement with free agent Frank Catalanotto, according to a major-league source.

Here's how easy it would be to replace Big Papi MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 195 days 4 hrs 22 mins

Although his arctic start won't cause the Red Sox to panic, replacing David Ortiz would be easier than you think, Ken Rosenthal says.

Sources: Dodgers won't gain much $ from Manny loss MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 197 days 15 hrs 22 mins

So much for the Dodgers receiving an immediate financial windfall from Manny Ramirez's 50-game suspension.

Sources: Dodgers don't stand to gain from Manny loss MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 197 days 17 hrs 22 mins

So much for the Dodgers receiving an immediate financial windfall from Manny Ramirez's 50-game suspension.

Cubs acquire unhappy OF Freel from Orioles MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 12 hrs 22 mins

The Cubs have acquired outfielder Ryan Freel in a trade with the Orioles on Friday.

Sources: O's on verge of deal to trade OF Freel MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 13 hrs 22 mins

The Cubs are on the verge of a deal to acquire outfielder Ryan Freel in a trade with the Orioles, according to a major-league sources.

Source: O's on verge of deal to trade OF Freel MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 14 hrs 22 mins

The Cubs are on the verge of a deal to acquire outfielder Ryan Freel in a trade with the Orioles, according to a major-league source.

Imagine if the Rays would've gotten Bay MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 18 hrs 18 mins

Jason Bay was almost a Ray at last year's trade deadline. Ken Rosenthal breaks down how things might have been different.

Sources: Cubs in talks with O's over Freel MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 18 hrs 18 mins

The Cubs, seeking more versatility for their bench, are talking to the Orioles about a trade for disgruntled utility man Ryan Freel, according to major-league sources.

Source: Indians intend to sign Vizcaino MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 19 hrs 22 mins

The Indians, desperate to bolster their bullpen, intend to sign right-hander Luis Vizcaino, according to a major-league source.

Hinch hire an awfully strange move MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 198 days 21 hrs 18 mins

Though the D-backs needed a change, Ken Rosenthal says hiring A.J. Hinch -- with absolutely no experience -- sure is strange.

Can't blame positive test on Manny being Manny MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 199 days 18 hrs 18 mins

Manny Ramirez is banned 50 games for testing positive for PEDs. Ramirez blames a doctor's medication. Ken Rosenthal blames Manny.

2 father figures play big role in Greinke's success MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 200 days 6 hrs 22 mins

When Zack Greinke needed it the most, an "old-school baseball lifer" stepped up to help revive his career, Ken Rosenthal says.

Don't expect the A's or M's to be sellers MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 201 days 22 hrs 22 mins

Quit your drooling, baseball. The A's and M's aren't going to be sellers. Why? Ken Rosenthal says look no further than L.A.

Mets GM Minaya says team leaders lack edge MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 205 days 8 hrs 22 mins

Mets general manager Omar Minaya says his team does not lack leadership. He concedes, however, that many of the Mets' biggest stars lack a certain "edge."

Mets, Phillies there for the taking in East MLB

Source: Ken Rosenthal. 205 days 16 hrs 22 mins

Everyone thinks this weekend's Phils-Mets series is a battle between division favorites. Don't be so sure, Ken Rosenthal says.

Ken Rosenthal Columns / 05-2009