There's so much action in major league baseball, it's difficult to know where to begin.

The best place might be the increasing buzz about the new major league baseball alignment. If there wasn't some fire behind the smoke, wouldn't the Commissioner put an end to the rumors? Wouldn't the Players Association put an end to the rumors? That's why I think we'll see some form of new alignment that brings more equity to the game. In one of my first articles for RotoWire, I wrote an article illustrating what I would do if I were the Commissioner. I indicated that one of my first moves would be to make each division equal. How fair is it to have a division with 6 teams and a division with 4 teams? If Houston or Arizona were moved to the American League, half of the problem would be solved. The other half? The schedule. If the season can't be reduced to 154 games because the owners want the revenue, then someone has to figure out a schedule that works. It shouldn't be a tough as walking on the moon or doing a heart transplant. Americans have done both, right?

Did you take a look at all the sellout and massive crowds at games this past weekend? Part of it was great weather in most cities across the game. Some of it had to do with Father's Day. Some of it had to do with Interleague play. Some had to do with great baseball rivalries and pennant races. Whatever the reason, baseball took center stage this past weekend and it was great to see.

Ivan Nova has begun to realize the potential many people predicted. Keeping the ball down with a sharp sinking fastball, Nova is getting the opposition to pound the ball into the ground. He'll have some hiccups along the way, but he is much improved over last season and he should continue to get even better. Where would the Yankees be without Ivan Nova, Freddie Garcia and the now injured Bartolo Colon? They have no choice but to strengthen that staff if they want to win a World Series. Phil Hughes brought some hope this week when he threw in the mid-90's in his quest to return to the rotation. That would be a blessing for the club.

I watched as Andruw Jones did a very slow trot down the line on a gounder he hit Monday night. Was he hurt or just loafing? I don't know the answer. It wasn't pretty.

The Reds just don't know if they want to be good or bad. Naughty or nice. I'm having a tough time figuring them out. I think their front office and manager feel the same way. One day they can beat anybody and the next day they can't get out of their own way. Go figure. Pitching, which was once a strength has evaporated to the disabled list and bad performances. Hitters are striking out too much. The team is too good to let the Brewers and Cardinals just eliminate them from contention.

Albert Pujols' injury has tremendous ramifications. It's good news that it wasn't a severe hand or wrist injury. It's bad enough that he has a fracture in the forearm. Albert is a great "arms" hitter. He uses those huge arms to generate power through bat speed. Hopefully, he can come back stronger than ever. But there is always risk that his injury will linger beyond the time he returns to the lineup. And missing the All Star game is a shame for him and the fans. He's such a great player that it won't be an All Star game without Pujols. Just when he was really, really heating up.

Clayton Kershaw was a master on the mound against the Tigers. When he has command it's very tough to beat him. He and Justin Verlander are great pitchers to watch. They are craftsmen on the mound.

I think the move of Adam Kennedy to 3B will work for the Mariners. They now have a much more solid lineup with Dustin Ackley included. With their pitching and some more pop at the plate they may stay in the west race all season. Chone Figgins? Wow!

I had the pleasure of hearing Ozzie Guillen hold court in his dugout last week. To say it was unbelievable would be an understatement. Guillen says whatever is on his mind. I respect his opinions but his candor always gets him in trouble. I'm amazed that the writers have not published what they heard. I can't repeat most of it on this family channel.

Gulllen is totally, 100|PERCENT| behind continuing to play Juan Pierre. He says Pierre gets to the park at 10 AM every day, takes fielding and batting practice and works his tail off to get better. Guillen respects that and he won't give up on Pierre. He also said he wanted to play Mark Teahen more at 3B.

Good luck to Jack McKeon. No doubt the Marlins needed more discipline in the dugout. But Edwin Rodriguez deserved a much better fate. He's a really good guy.

What do the Indians do with Fausto Carmona?

Paul Konerko really makes it look easy at the plate. His swing is effortless.

I had no idea Phil Humber would become such a fine pitcher. His stuff isn't overwhelming but he throws strikes. He gets guys to hit his pitches, stays ahead in the count and uses a complete repertoire. He's in charge on the mound. Diamondbacks had a tough time hitting him.

There really isn't much pitching available on the trade front. Not too many big bats, either. I'm sure the Giants may want to deal someone like Pat Burrell but the market just isn't there for him. What will Carlos Beltran or Jason Bay fetch on the open market? Catching is at a premium. I guess Chone Figgins is available as well.

It seems that Pittsburgh is alive in every game they play. I've been very impressed with Jeff Karstens.

My prospect profile this week is about the Giants Gary Brown. I hope you'll stop by later this week and give it a read. As always, your comments and questions are welcome. Have a great week and keep your eyes peeled for some "sell high-buy low" candidates.

This Thursday I'll be on with Chris and Jeff on Sirius/XM.

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