Lightning center and No. 1 overall draft pick Steven Stamkos is making the transition this season from junior star to NHL regular. Throughout the season, the 19-year-old from Markham, Ontario, will share his experiences with Tribune writer Erik Erlendsson to give readers an insight into a new way of life during his rookie journey. ...more

March 14, 2009

It happened this offseason, while Evan Longoria played in his very first splashy golf tournament. He was invited to the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. He shot it up and made the scene. When you're 23, no matter what you've accomplished, there's a lot of kid in you. ...more

February 21, 2009

And now the second act. Actually, we've had a sneak preview. It came while Evan Longoria played in his first splashy golf tournament this offseason. The 2008 American League Rookie of the Year was invited to the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, where he played pretty well and made the scene. When you're 23, no matter what you've already done, there's a lot of kid left in you. ...more

February 20, 2009

Phillies pitcher Joe Blanton is known for his reserved nature, but it might all be a rouse. When he does something for the first time, he sure doesn't do it quietly. ...more

October 27, 2008

Hope for the Red Sox tonight in Game 5 comes in the form of a Japanese pitcher who appeared almost smug in his confidence Wednesday during a media session. ...more

October 16, 2008

Bo Diddley, 79, a singer and guitarist who invented his own name, his own guitars, his own beat and, with a handful of other musical pioneers, rock 'n' roll itself, died Monday of heart failure in Archer. ...more

June 3, 2008

He's a hyperactive stock jockey. She's a timid bond investor. Want to fight about it? ...more

February 10, 2008

It's not hard to become cocky when you're very good at something. Smart IT people easily can fall into the cocky moat. Most times they're not even aware of it. That's because it doesn't happen quickly, but over time. ...more

December 9, 2007