The Return Of The Powerful Lip Fur, And Milton Bradley Is A Cub (Hide All Sharp Objects)

• No Way This Ends Badly. Cubs, Milton Bradley agree to sane, very thrifty three-year, $30 million deal, pending physical examination. Hopefully will not include psychological testing. [ Chicago Tribune]

• The Eyes Of Texas Are Upon You. Of course, losing Bradley means that the Rangers need to find another head case impact player, and Manny Ramirez pretty much fits the bill. [ All Headline News]

• Former Alaska Goldpanner Headed To A's. Everyone welcome the prodigal son, Jason Giambi, back to Oakland ... hopefully sans certain banned chemicals and ointments. The only thing we want to see in that suitcase is underwear and a mustache, Jason. [ San Francisco Chronicle]

• RIP, Carl Pohlad. Billionaire Twins owner passed away on Monday at age 93. Fun fact: Played football at Gonzaga, where he was recruited by alumnus Bing Crosby. [ MLB]

• How Many Times Do I Have To Say No?. Andy Pettitte rejects Yankees latest one year, $10 million offer, but Brian Cashman continues to stand beneath his bedroom window holding a boom box over his head. [ New York Daily News]