With two weeks of the 2009 Baseball season now concluded have we learned anything from the performance of the teams? 

CHICAGO - As Chris Carpenter disappeared Tuesday night into the tunnel stretching from the visitors' dugout in Phoenix to theCardinals clubhouse, manager Tony La Russa wore the expression of a man stricken. 

When the Chicago Cubs are in need of a big hit late in a game, Aramis Ramirez is the man they want at the plate. 

The Chicago Cubs haven't lacked for late drama against the rival St. 

The Chicago Cubs haven't lacked for late drama against the rival St. 

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Chicago Cubs outfielder Milton Bradley has been suspended two games for arguing balls and strikes and making contact with umpire Larry Vanover. 

Chicago Cubs outfielder Milton Bradley has been suspended two games for arguing balls and strikes and making contact with umpire Larry Vanover. 

CHICAGO - For seven innings Friday two young Cardinal pitchers made Chicago Cubs left fielder Alfonso Soriano look lost at the plate. 

The questions about Alfonso Soriano as a leadoff hitter may never die. 

Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. 

--RHP Carlos Marmol closed in place of Kevin Gregg. 

Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. 

As much as the Cubs' bullpen is a work in progress, manager Lou Piniella wants his starting pitchers to ease the burden a bit.