Power Rangers

MAYBE ALL the saccharine sentimentality being sprinkled over the toddlers of America by Barney the dinosaur will reverse a trend that's as old as Cain and Abel, but we doubt it: Boys will always love fightin' toys.GI Joe, of course, is going on its second generation, and has been one of the most durable characters in the doll world (along with Barbie). But Fightin' Joe is not alone; some of the hottest products on toy shelves this holiday season reflect the feeling that nothing warms a child's heart like a good karate chop or a flying wedge kick.

DETROIT -- The fireworks could fly in Tiger Stadium today and tomorrow -- if the weather holds.Rain is forecast for the Detroit area while the Texas Rangers are in town for two games against the Tigers. An offensive barrage also could be on display by both teams. The Rangers and the Tigers will start left-handed pitchers in both games against lineups laden with right-handed hitters.The Rangers will send Kenny Rogers and Craig Lefferts to the mound to face Cecil Fielder, Travis Fryman, Rob Deer and others.