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On the Mark: What is A-Rod searching for?
He went from chasing a mystery blonde to a religious experience with Madonna. Mark Kriegel says A-Rod is the ultimate follower.

Parents sending kids wrong message about adversity
Part of playing youth sports is facing your fears. Kevin Hench says we're not doing our kids any favors by taking that away.

Youth wasn't served in these cases
They were 8 promising arms, aces in the making that would help anchor their staff. Kevin Hench tells the tale of expectations unmet.

Gisele or Jessica? Who's NFL's first lady?
Is a good woman. But which is the best woman? Kevin Hench ponders whether Gisele or Jessica should be the NFL's "first lady."

Tatupu shines despite lack of sacks, media attention
Lofa Tatupu doesn't get much pub playing in Seattle. Adam Schein says it's time to meet the league's best-kept secret.