I am running on fumes, but Shin-Soo Choo is back. At least that’s something.

The Reds, Pirates, and Cardinals can just about punch their tickets, but how well do they stack up for the playoffs?

Look, it’s a long season. I have to get creative to stay interested. Also, there’s a lot of Buehrle-tasticness here, if that’s your thing.

A steady hand makes his first appearance and we explore the artistic side of Miguel Cabrera.

A second triple crown seems at least possible, and Francisco Liriano makes a fleeting appearance.

How good is Miguel Cabrera? And how about that Mike Trout?

Whether you like it or not (and even if you don’t really care), A-Rod is back. Also, Miguel Cabrera shows us who’s boss.

We look at Yu Darvish, Mike Trout makes an appearance, and Linden wins the national pun championship for his titling of this article.

Be happy Pirates fans. Be happy.

Adam Wainwright, shockingly, is good. Also, Baltimore and Tampa Bay can pick it.