Opinion

Former New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera was revered during his legendary career for his impeccable character, honesty and lifestyle. Controversy never followed the all-time-great closer during a nearly two-decade stint in New York.

Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano received a chilly reception during his recent return to Yankee Stadium, but comments courtesy of a New York Yankees legend and former teammate may sting even more. 

Future Hall of Fame closer Mariano Rivera's new book, "The Closer," is set to hit shelves on Tuesday, and among the biggest revelations involved is his contention that Cano doesn't quite measure up to Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia.

We're now more than a month into the major league season and despite their struggles, the Baltimore Orioles currently hold a 15-14 record and are tied with the New York Yankees for first place in the AL East.

If you are a fan of power pitching and strikeout artists, it's never been a better time to watch the game of baseball evolve. Heading into play on May 5, 26 starting pitchers were averaging at least one strikeout per inning.

1. South Side of Chicago Is the Baddest Part of Town

From Ron Kittle to Ted Williams to Roy Hobbs, the Jose Abreu Power Show is evoking historical names, unforgettable blasts…and, most importantly, redirecting the White Sox toward the future.

Despite being all of 21 years old with just 35 career starts in the big leagues, Jose Fernandez has a pretty good case for being considered the best pitcher in Major League Baseball right now.

We’re a little more than a month into the season and it’s already clear the Chicago White Sox’s Jose Abreu is this year’s Cuban sensation.

Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki has always had the requisite talent to be one of the very best players in baseball. Thus far in 2014, talent, health and production have come together to form the foundation for a special season.

Much like the Seattle Mariners as a whole, third baseman Kyle Seager had an up-and-down first month of the 2014 MLB season.

Remember when Yoenis Cespedes