Justin Maxwell’s blast helps keep Royals’ playoff hopes alive

When Justin Maxwell walked up to the plate in the 10th inning of Sunday’s game against the Rangers, anyone watching could sense that it was a big moment.

The Royals hang on in playoff hunt

Crucial losses to the Tigers and Indians dim the Royals playoff hopes, but they’re still hanging on.

St. Louis Cardinals will have little excuse not to win NL Central

The St. Louis Cardinals have played as tough of a schedule as any team in Major League Baseball this season.

Biogenesis: Is ACES To Blame?

A shocking similarity is starting to form when looking at the players being suspended and the agency that has represented them.

Triple Play: Chris Sale, Lance Berkman, Brandon McCarthy

This week, we examine an ace lefty, a couple of Giant pitchers who are anything but, a pitcher rebounding nicely from a horrific injury, and more.

Batter Up: Fans Guide To Spring Training

Baseball’s back. Shake off the rust of the offseason with a guide to spring training, from where the teams play to which prospects to keep your eye on this year.

Furcal Should Concern Cardinals

In a spring training that has included worries about contract negotiations and the health of starting pitchers, the stability of a right elbow ligament for a position player could be the St. Louis Cardinals’ biggest problem as games get underway.