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World Series Rematch

Despite some recent struggles, the Detroit Tigers appear to have re-discovered the kind of play that could provide an opportunity to reach the World Series for the second straight year. The St. Louis Cardinals, though, are still looking for that same consistency to gain a chance to defend that title.

The 2006 World Series participants enter Comerica Park for a three-game interleague series respectively trying to further an identity and perhaps find one.

Talk About Rivalry

The Chicago White Sox have been able to take advantage of strong starting pitching during their current winning stretch. The Chicago Cubs, meanwhile, have been suffering due to a shaky bullpen.

The crosstown rivals face off for the start of their three-game series at Wrigley Field on Friday.

The White Sox (20-17) are 8-3 over their last 11 games, and took two of three from the New York Yankees.

Crosstown Rivals

Whether it's a Subway Series, World Series or a National League regular-season series, Andy Pettitte always seems to come through against the New York Mets.

Pettitte will take part in the New York Yankees' crosstown rivalry with the Mets for the first time in four years as the teams open a three-game interleague series at Shea Stadium on Friday night.

Enjoying Disney World

The Tampa Bay Devils Rays are sure enjoying Disney World.

Following their best offensive performance of the season, the Devil Rays try to complete a three-game sweep of the Texas Rangers when the teams meet Thursday night.

Tampa Bay (17-22) is hosting this series from the minor league park at Disney's Wide World of Sports complex in Kissimmee to try and increase its fan base.

Ramirez Batting Third

The Florida Marlins have bounced back from their recent offensive slump, and Hanley Ramirez is leading the way from an unfamiliar position - the third spot in the batting order.

The Marlins and Ramirez go for their third straight win as they close out a four-game set against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Thursday.