Baseball Beat: Friday, June 22nd

Here is the rundown for the Friday, June 22nd edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson was in for Charley Steiner today. All times Eastern:

1:05 p.m.
Guest: John Rawlings, The Sporting News
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Jim Reeves, Ft. Worth Star-Telegram
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Juan Rodriguez, Florida Sun-Sentinel (Marlins Beat)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Michael Rosenberg, Detroit Free Press
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Rick Hurd, Contra Costa Times
2:45 p.m.
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Guest Summaries:
Rawlings discussed the Mike Maroth trade to the Cardinals, the intense nature of the Cardinals front office, and how they are still trying very hard to make a push for the playoffs. John also touched on the Giambi/Mitchell interview and how Selig is right in using whatever leverage he can in getting to the bottom of steroids in baseball. Finally, he and Chuck debated Sammy Sosa's legacy and place in or out of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Reeves discussed the frustrating season for the Rangers and how the veterans are not happy with 'rebuilding' despite it being a blatant growing year. He also believes that the Rangers will have a fire sale this year. Finally, Jim discussed how he is amazed how well Sosa has fit in on the team and how he physically is performing very well. Rodriguez touched on Anibel Sanchez' shoulder surgery and Dontrelle Willis' health. Rosenberg chimed in on the Mike Maroth trade to the Cardinals and how Detroit had to do something since they simply had a pitcher crunch with Kenny Rogers coming back. He spoke well of Maroth as a person and is sad to see him go. He also talked about Kenny Rogers' return to the mound tonight in Atlanta. Hurd discussed the return of Harden to the A's, Milton Bradley being designated for assignment, and Bonds trying to warm up to the media this year.