The Jackson County medical examiner announced Monday that Darrell Porter died of side effects from the recreational use of cocaine.

Darrell Porter went out to get a newspaper, and he never came home.

Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is considered prudent. --Proverbs 17:28

The Royals--mired in an 8-game winning streak that has them within striking distance of third place--are more than just scrappy. They've got some players who are big-time class acts.

A friend asked me why I stick with my Royals yesterday. Actually he pointed at my Royals hat and scoffed, "Why would anyone waste money on that?"

I remember when the All-Star Game actually mattered.

The last man to hit .400 in the major leagues died today at 83. But there was a lot more to Ted Williams than carrying a big stick.

Sports Illustrated's Rick Reilly:

Rumor has it baseball's most eligible bachelor is gay.

Two former catchers made headlines yesterday. Both went on later in life to become big-league managers.