Some postmortems on the WBC. Coco Crisp shares some basestealing tips. Some rookies are fighting for roster spots they weren't supposed to compete for. And Fernando Rodney is leaving the Magic Plantain behind.

The NFL and MLB are at each other's throats. Bryce Harper tries to sell tickets the old-fashioned way. Brandon Phillips can't wait until the next WBC and it looks like baseball is going to have one less Chris Carpenter.

The Nationals and the Blue Jays are on a collision course to play each other in the World Series, at least in their own minds. Cooperstown is going to honor the doctor and the patient behind the most famous surgery in sports.

MLB and the MLBPA are at an impasse over increased PED punishments. Casey Kelly, Deolis Guerra and Mike Matheny are all facing surgery. The Tigers GM is a popular man. Probably because he has access to the bacoes.

Brian Cashman is getting desperate for a corner infielder. A bunting sickness has marred the WBC. Vin Scully has some interesting stories to tell about his bachelor life. And the great mystery of Andy Dirks's bunt continues.

Bud Selig keeps looking to internationalize the sport of baseball. The Gold Gloves are changing the way they're selected. The Phillies are looking for a rival and while Yoenis Cespedes can't go home again, maybe home can come to him.

One of the greatest pitchers in baseball history announced he'll be leaving the game after the 2013 season. Herewith a few thoughts on one of the best careers ever -- in every way.

People are starting to wonder if the Yankees are looking at a hard fall. The Phillies and the Nationals discover that they really don't like each other. And Carl Crawford won't be exchanging Valentines with the city of Boston.

Joey Votto is playing in the World Baseball Classic, but Mark Teixeira is out with a wrist injury. Paul Konerko may be his replacement. Nolan Ryan may be out in Texas. Rafael Furcal is off to see Dr. Andrews. And the Tigers are looking for a closer.

San Jose is considering fighting fire with fire over the Giants attempts to block the Athletics relocation. The MLBPA may agree to do something about PED punishments. And the Nationals see you better than you see them.