Phillies' Ryan Howard trying to shake out (Baseball glove) of slump
Phillies' Ryan Howard trying to shake out of slump
Ryan Howard is treating a spring training slump like a playoff collapse. The reigning NL MVP clearly showed his frustration yesterday before snapping an 0-for-17 skid with a single in the fifth inning of Philadelphia's 10-2 win over Minnesota.
Biela has firm grasp on his future
Everything Butch Biela does on the baseball field has attention-grabbing potential. Biela picked the perfect stage to showcase some of those skills last spring when Palatine played for the Mid-Suburban League championship.
Hart's Perfect Timing
Hart senior Jake Hovis arrived at West Ranch High Friday only to see another name penned into his usual spot in the batting order. He said he was unfazed by it.
Cubs' Kerry Wood Blows Lead vs. Angels
The Chicago Cubs aren't sure if Kerry Wood is fit to be on the opening-day roster, and he certainly didn't help himself in his latest outing. The oft-injured Wood is trying to regain his form after switching from starting pitcher to reliever.
Crede a beacon of hope for prospects
Crede provides hope for White Sox prospects