Yusmeiro Petit became the latest starter to shut down sputtering Chicago, and the Diamondbacks made it two in a row over the Cubs with a 9-2 romp on Tuesday night. 

Yusmeiro Petit didn't find out until Monday that he'd be Arizona's starting pitcher on Tuesday night. 

Time's running out for contenders to make a trade. 

With this year's baseball trading season already taking on the qualities of a Turkish bazaar, the Philadelphia Phillies added to the drama Thursday, July 17, by acquiring starting pitcher Joe Blanton from the Oakland A's for three minor league prospects. 

MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Kerry Wood (blister) skipped the All-Star Game, and he has not pitched since. 

It might be a hard sell, but manager Lou Piniella is going to try it with right fielder Kosuke Fukudome. 

--LF Alfonso Soriano went 0-for-2 with a walk as the DH Monday in an Arizona Rookie League game in Peoria, Ariz. 

Despite an inconsistent offense, the Arizona Diamondbacks continue to hold their ground atop the weak NL West. 

The Chicago Cubs just can't beat Randy Johnson. 

The Chicago Cubs just can't beat Randy Johnson. 

Fantasy baseball waivers and the acquisition of fantasy baseball free agents can make or break a season. 

The Brewers acquired another All-Star over the weekend, bringing second baseman Ray Durham to the squad in exchange for minor leaguers. 

Chicago Cubs closer Kerry Wood (finger) has been placed on the 15-day disabled list. 

MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Kerry Wood (blister) skipped the All-Star Game, and he has not pitched since. 

If there's one subject that has the Cubs scratching their heads, it's the disparity in home and road records.