MINNEAPOLIS — The clock is close to officially ticking down what a growing number of close observers now suspect will be the final weeks of Dusty Baker’s tenure as Cubs manager. 
 
It might be perceived more …

Rumor has it that the Yankees are really interested in Jacque Jones as they need a corner outfielder.  I say trade Jones, who most fans didn’t want signed, and especially not for 3 years. Thank …

Derrek Lee has been taking batting practice in a cage for the last several days, and told team trainer Mark O’Neal he feels good on 95 percent of his swings.  Derrek will see how things …

Kerry Wood is once again having problems with his right shoulder after throwing a simulated game yesterday in Cleveland.  Wood threw about 70 pitches and experienced fatigue at around 67 pitches. Though he’s eligible to come …