Interesting stories from newspapers across the nation:
- Drew Sharp of the Detroit Free Press wonders if Justin Verlander can become a mega-star now that he's thrown a second no-hitter.
- Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times writes that Andre Ethier's hitting streak ends at 30 games.
- Phil Rogers of the Chicago Tribune writes that the list of potential successors is long if the White Sox dump Ozzie Guillen.
- Gene Collier of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writes that the PNC Park atmosphere was brightened with offense.
- John Harper of the New York Daily News writes that Jose Reyes brings plenty to the table, but also plays foolishly, leaving the debate open on his long-term future with the Mets.
- Bill Madden of the New York Daily News writes that Derek Jeter isn't the only big-money player who is struggling.
- Tim Sullivan of the San Diego Union-Tribune writes that it might be time for the Padres to consider using their bullpen as trade bait.
- Mike Lupica of the New York Daily News writes that Willie Mays turns 80 and he's worth remembering.
- Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe writes that the reports of the Rays' demise were premature.
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