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Lee's agent disputes description of talks
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPitcher Cliff Lee's agent stepped forward Tuesday to set the record straight: His client did not force his way out of Philadelphia by overreaching in contract negotiations.
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009Source: Cameron, Red Sox closer
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Red Sox are making significant progress toward a two-year deal with free agent outfielder Mike Cameron, a baseball source told ESPN.com.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009Olsen's deal incentive-heavy
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLeft-handed pitcher Scott Olsen, who became a free agent when he was non-tendered by the Nationals on Saturday, has agreed to terms with Washington on a one-year contract for a base salary of $1 million, a baseball source told ESPN.com.
Story | Conversation | December 13, 2009Slow time could soon get action-packed
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe offseason has gotten off to a slow start, but it's evident that money is available based on the contracts that free agents have already signed.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2009Boras pumps up Holliday
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comScott Boras told reporters that Bay's negotiations have no bearing on Holliday's pursuit of a new home, because Holliday is so much more versatile and well-rounded a player.
Story | Conversation | December 09, 2009Soriano's decision 'going down to wire'
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRafael Soriano's agent said Saturday that the pitcher is giving serious consideration to accepting arbitration and returning to Atlanta for a one-year deal.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2009Sources: Scutaro works out for Red Sox
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFree agent Marco Scutaro, a prime candidate to fill the Red Sox's shortstop void in 2010, worked out in Florida earlier this week for one of the team's top talent evaluators, two baseball sources told ESPN.com.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Perusing the free-agent bargain bin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBobby Abreu proved last year that there are bargains to be had on the free-agent market. Starting 9 takes a look at the best deals on the offseason discount rack.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Deal to pay Wagner $7M in 2010
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Atlanta Braves have reached agreement on a one-year contract with veteran reliever Billy Wagner.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009Time for Miller's call from the Hall
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFormer union chief Marvin Miller's impact on Major League Baseball is unquestioned, but, inexplicably, he has yet to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. The Veterans Committee has another chance this week to right that wrong.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009Putting the pieces back together
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPitcher Justin Duchscherer has learned a lot about himself since undergoing treatment for clinical depression. Now he's ready to return to the mound.
Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009A's invite McPherson to spring training
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFree agent third baseman Dallas McPherson has agreed to terms with the Oakland A's on a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training camp, his agent said.
Story | Conversation | November 22, 2009Agent: Gonzalez's future up to Padres
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAdrian Gonzalez's agent met with San Diego general manager Jed Hoyer on Friday, amid ongoing speculation that the Padres might consider trade proposals for the two-time All-Star or offer him a multiyear contract extension this offseason.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009Johnson wanted four-year deal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThere will be no long-term contract for pitcher Josh Johnson with the Florida Marlins this winter, his agent said Friday.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009Much gray area in defensive analysis
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhen it comes to defensive analysis, should we believe our eyes or the numbers? Perhaps a little of both.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009
