Lew Ford completed one of the most epic journeys through baseball when he suited up for the Baltimore Orioles this past weekend. The very definition of “journeyman,” Ford had been completely overlooked by the baseball brass – twice. His return proves that there’s hope even for the lowliest of prospects.

Baseball is not Australia’s most common pastime, which is why Tom West’s career choice has caught the attention of many. West, a native from Down Under, is on his way in umpiring Rookie Ball in the minor leagues. Fellow Australian Harlan Ambrose sat down with Tom to ask him about the decision to move halfway around the world.

Being a buyer or a seller at a trade deadline can have an impact on a franchise for years to come. Example: The Texas Rangers are one of the best teams in baseball, thanks largely to trading away Mark Teixeira. Zach Sommers examines this deal and some of the other better trades at the non-waiver deadline.

Chipper Jones has long been celebrated as one of the best Atlanta Braves in franchise history. Having played in his final All-Star Game this past Tuesday, Jones’ career is clearly coming to a close, and it’s one that has been plenty successful, even if he’s not as iconic as some of the game’s top stars.

For most of you reading this, there’s a good chance that Omar Vizquel has been in professional baseball longer than you’ve been alive. That’s a remarkable feat. The sure future Hall of Famer recently announced that he’ll call it a career at the end of this season, so when the Blue Jays come to town, make sure you steal a look at Vizquel, the man who embodies baseball’s youngest spirit.

Big money contracts are a big risk for teams. This is largely because of the expectations that come with the huge deal. There are countless examples of players who fall short of the hype, both past and present, yet these deals keep happening. Why? Mostly, it has to do with the potential legacies that owners and GMs can establish for themselves if things go right, even though they rarely do.

After a horrible 2011 campaign and a slow start to 2012, Toronto’s Colby Rasmus has come on strong and is one of the better producers on the Blue Jays. Hitting out of the two-hole, Rasmus is driving in runs and setting himself up for the big bats that follow. All of this coming from a guy who considered quitting baseball not too long ago.

Many think of the MLB All-Star Game as the premier showcase of top-level talent among the major sports. However, it’s not without its flaws. From a lack of variety in skills competitions to the often uninspiring finish to the game itself, baseball could do a world of good to make the entire break more exciting for fans – and it wouldn’t even require too many changes.

If the Pittsburgh Pirates’ streak of losing seasons was a person, he (or she, but let’s just stick with he) would be a sophomore at college. There would be weekend classes, experimentation with new drugs and new people, and campus parties that I’m probably not invited too. This particular college student, although proud of his […]

On Wednesday, Matt Cain threw the 22nd perfect game in MLB history. On top of that, it was one of the best nine-inning performances ever. Cain’s career has been excellent to this point, and he’s just getting better. The 27-year-old right-hander is thoroughly making the case that he’s the best there is on the mound.