Cecil Cooper’s first actions as manager of the Astros was to call a team meeting.
Brian McCann has been hot in the second half for the Braves.
Ben Sheets might get the start for the Brewers today against the Cubbies.
Cardinals skipper Tony LaRussa has a lot of respect for Phil Garner.
Alfonso Soriano returned to the Cubs lineup just in time for the stretch run.
The Diamondbacks’ Tony Clark is available despite having a small concussion from an accident at home.
Luis Gonzalez has been losing at-bats to the younger Dodgers’ hitters.
Giants reliever Vinnie Chulk has a rare circulatory disease.
Marlins closer Kevin Gregg isn’t worried about the lack of save chances recently.
Endy Chavez was ecstatic to be back with the Mets.
The Nationals want Jason Bergmann and Shawn Hill to play winter ball to log more innings.
Chris Young should be back on the mound for the Padres on Thursday.
Cole Hamels hopes to start for the Phillies on Sunday.
Zach Duke is making progress in his rehab and hopes to be back with the Pirates next week.
Pete Mackanin hopes to get the Reds job as manager next year.
Brian Fuentes has done a good job as the Rockies setup man.
