Prominent hitters who may swing it in '09 or call it a career
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom Jim Edmonds to Ken Griffey Jr. to Frank Thomas, Starting 9 looks at older, accomplished position players who might play in 2009 or decide to call an end to their careers.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2008It can't get any weirder for the Rays, can it?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAfter the Rays fell to the Phillies 5-4 in the bottom of the ninth of World Series Game 3, they found Citizens Bank Park to be neither "cozy" nor "hitter-friendly."
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2008Griffey traded from Reds to White Sox for two players, cash
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comKen Griffey Jr. approved a trade from the Cincinnati Reds to the Chicago White Sox on Thursday, paving the way for the future Hall of Famer to pursue a spot in the World Series for the first time in his career.
Story | Conversation | July 31, 2008Selig gives state of MLB address, says instant replay near
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comMLB commissioner Bud Selig said, among other things Tuesday, that replay could come soon.
Story | Conversation | July 15, 2008State of the Rays … division races … players on the move
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the All-Star Game now in the rearview mirror, Jerry Crasnick looks ahead to the top nine story lines heading into the second half of the season.
Story | Conversation | July 15, 2008Agent: Little chance Bonds will play in majors this season
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBarry Bonds' agent, frustrated by the baseballwide lack of interest in his client, said Monday that he has all but given up hope of finding a job for the home run king in 2008.
Story | Conversation | July 14, 2008Players reflect on the baseball cathedral in the Bronx
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe 79th All-Star Game has a nostalgic feel to it. Why? Because it's going to be played at Yankee Stadium, a living baseball museum.
Story | Conversation | July 14, 2008K-Rod could take aim at single-season saves record
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs he piles up one save after another, the Bobby Thigpen Chase is officially on for Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez.
Story | Conversation | June 26, 2008Some familiar faces still looking for work
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comKenny Lofton is among the familiar faces who have drifted from the scene without saying goodbye, but would play again if given the opportunity.
Story | Conversation | May 28, 2008Reyes still considered king of thieves
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" breaks down the top base stealers in the game, leading off with the Mets' Jose Reyes.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2008On-field antics that have struck a chord
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" focuses on players whose on-field routines through the years have irritated opponents, rival fans and occasionally even teammates.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2008Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008New-look Giants looking to bond without Bonds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs the post-Barry Bonds era begins, Aaron Rowand and the Giants are concentrating on coming together as a team.
Story | Conversation | February 20, 2008Nixon auditions for Arizona, other MLB clubs at D-backs' camp
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comVeteran outfielder Trot Nixon, still hoping to latch on with a big league club as a free agent, auditioned for the Diamondbacks at the team's spring training complex on Sunday.
Story | Conversation | February 17, 2008Mariners' revamped rotation looks to Stottlemyre for guidance
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the addition of Erik Bedard and Carlos Silva along with veteran pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre, the Mariners have a vastly different look from a season ago.
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