Slow starters in April who rose to play in October
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comStarting 9 looks back through baseball history and pays homage to nine April laggards who found their mojo in time to play in October.
Story | Conversation | April 08, 2008Rangers hope for best from Hamilton, Bradley
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Rangers are taking a chance on new outfielders Josh Hamilton and Milton Bradley, who bring exceptional tools and personal baggage.
Story | Conversation | February 26, 2008A whole new ballgame for some players
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeven big leaguers are going to school in the desert this spring and learning a new position.
Story | Conversation | March 08, 2007Royals put their money on Meche
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSigning a five-year, $55 million contract in the offseason has put the proverbial bull's-eye on the chest of Gil Meche.
Story | Conversation | February 23, 2007Under Moore, Royals moving on to Plan B
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the Gil Meche signing, GM Dayton Moore is sending a strong message about his desire to improve the Royals.
Story | Conversation | December 12, 2006
Royals in market for long-term value
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderKansas City's new GM, Dayton Moore, has been busy trying to gain long-term value for the Royals' few tradeable players.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2006
Moore returns to his Kansas roots
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs he rediscovers his Kansas roots, new GM Dayton Moore faces a daunting task in resurrecting the Royals.
Story | Conversation | June 05, 2006
The best and the worst of times
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJerry Crasnick runs down the best-case and worst-case scenarios for each of the 30 teams heading into the 2006 season.
Story | Conversation | March 27, 2006Manuel gets a second chance
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderA major selling point for new Phillies manager Charlie Manuel was his stylistic contrast to his predecessor, Larry Bowa.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2004
Guillen moving to top of list
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderChicago has a long list of potential managers, but Marlins' coach Ozzie Guillen appears to be near the top.
Story | Conversation | October 14, 2003
Deadline deals: From studs to duds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comOne month after the trade deadline, the Cardinals' deal to acquire Matt Holliday ranks as the most impactful among contending teams.
Story | Conversation | September 02, 2009Backup outfielders play leading roles
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDespite being backup outfielders, Carl Crawford, Curtis Granderson and Adam Jones ended up playing leading roles in the American League's latest All-Star victory.
Story | Conversation | July 14, 2009Gardner, Murphy aim to excel in hot spot
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBeing on the New York stage has gobbled up many a player, but Brett Gardner and Daniel Murphy are both ready for the challenge.
Story | Conversation | April 20, 2009New-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, 2008Several contenders need roster upgrades
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comA power hitter. A starting pitcher. Bullpen help. With the trading deadline slowly approaching, several contending teams are in need of roster upgrades.
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