Short Hops: Indians' pitching might tip balance in AL Central
Balanced or simply mediocre, the AL Central race looks as if it will be wide open for most of the season. But in his Short Hops, Scott Miller says Cleveland's pitching might be the difference maker.

Torborg's cooler head helped save passionate Guillen's career
Ozzie Guillen's passion and loyalty can help or hurt him. In 2003, those traits could have ruined his chances to become a manager in the bigs. Guillen and Scott Miller recall that pivotal weekend in Florida.

Weekend Buzz: Yankees keep getting Mo greatness from closer
There's a Yankee hiding out of the spotlight. Yeah, that's possible. Quietly, Mariano Rivera has yet to allow a run this season. As he keeps showing season after season, there's no closer quite like him, Scott Miller says.

Yanks have pitching problems, but enough to go to the Wells?
It takes three outs to get out of an inning, but for the Yankees, that's a real problem. Scott Miller says despite New York's battery issues, there's no reason for concern ... yet. Oh, and no need to dig up David Wells.

Short Hops: Big Papi's Big Pain has Red Sox in a predicament
How important is David Ortiz to the Red Sox? The slugger's right knee is killing him and they don't want to rest him. If they do, it could hurt the champs in the long run, Scott Miller says.

Stuff guy Verlander hard-luck stuff guy right now
Justin Verlander sports a 1-5 record along with a 6.28 ERA for the season. While the stats dictate the Tigers ace is struggling out of the gates, there's plenty of evidence that shows he's not nearly as bad as he appears, Scott Miller says.

Boston phenom Ellsbury too good not to be an everyday player
Jacoby Ellsbury is supposed to be the next big thing at Fenway, yet he's not in the lineup Tuesday. Scott Miller says for now, the phenom will have to share playing time in Boston's talent-rich outfield.