Time to ban the home plate collision. It simply isn't needed nor does it bring anything positive to the game. It's not a 'hard-nosed' or 'gritty' play. It's dnagerous and risky and MLB has nothing to gain from it. What it does have is a lot to lose.

I completely agree. Chicago's starting pitcher tonight, Jose Quintana, tested positive for PED's back in 2007.

This song is fantastic! Thanks for posting it. Owe you one.

I don't get it. Is that a joke? About what?

Apparently we have yet to evolve past the point where 'don't stick your head in a crocodile's mouth' is considered sage advice.

On behalf of Yunel Escobar, I thank you for your deep concern of his latino-oriented life. I also think he would be glad to know that you have "no problem with (him) speaking Spanish when (he) is at home with (his) friends." Here's to hoping Yunel Escobar reads the Deadspin reader's comments section! (Hopefully Google…

I never said anything about Sweden. My criticism is directed solely at people in the U.S. upset at other people in the U.S. (in the context of this article, Latin Americans) for not speaking a language that is not an official language of the U.S. That is ignorant. That is racist. Full disclosure, I know little to…

It's very much worth noting that the United States does not have an official language. People upset, frustrated, etc., that other people do not speak English in the U.S. are not only racist but ignorant. One of the many reasons our government elects not to have an official language is to protect against unfair…