After tearing a muscle flexor near his right elbow, Jason Isringhausen, according to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, walked away from the team Tuesday and said "I'm done." The injury, which affects Isringhausen's ability to grip the ball and flex his wrist, will definitely end the former Cardinals closer's season, and it seems that the 35-year-old's career could also be done. That sentiment, of course, is intensified by the quote the Dispatch received Tuesday. Stay tuned.
Carl Yastrzemski was hospitalized last night after experiencing chest pains. The Hall-of-Famer underwent a triple bypass today in the attempt to unclog his heart. For the official statement from Yaz's family, click on this link. The outfielder, who was the last person to hit for the triple crown is currently resting comfortably in Massachusetts General Hospital.
Greg Maddux is close to once again moving to Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Timesis reporting that the Dodgers have agreed to a deal that will send the future Hall-of-Fame pitcher to the first place Dodgers. It's unclear who the Padres would receive in return. Elsewhere, the fate of Tom Glavine's career lies in the hands of Dr. James Andrews. Yikes.
Throughout this season, the thing that has been lacking for the Yankees has been starting pitching. The main reason has mostly been injuries, but also because of the difficulty the young Yankees pitchers have with the huge expectations. Currently in the rotation is Sidney Ponson, and he could soon be joined by... wait for it... Carl Pavano. This is because Pavano just pitched well when he finished his rehab start
After spending 10 days on the road, the Rays should seemingly be excited to return home. But there's one pretty large factor that might sway the team against coming back to Tampa Bay - Hurricane Fay. The storm is expected to reach land Tuesday, after passing through Cuba Monday. The Rays will likely play the first game of the series versus Anaheim Monday night, but Tuesday's game is "in doubt" because of the storm.
