Southpaws in the spotlight
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe resurgent Andy Pettitte faces the shaky Cole Hamels in Saturday night's pivotal Game 3 of World Series.
Story | Conversation | October 31, 2009They're called 'prospects' for a reason
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile the Blue Jays and Phillies continue to haggle over prospects, Starting 9 revisits some trades involving highly touted minor leaguers who became major league busts.
Story | Conversation | July 28, 2009When up is down, and down is up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral teams have experienced plot twists since spring training, as strengths have become weaknesses and vice versa.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2009October, not opener, will define stadium
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Yankees were hammered on the day they opened new Yankee Stadium, but the new park cannot be judged by one bad afternoon.
Story | Conversation | April 16, 2009Campaign 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, 2008Indians spoil the big party, advance to ALCS
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn defeating the Yankees, it's one opportunity down and two to go for the Indians. Their days of flying under the radar are history.
Story | Conversation | October 08, 2007Damon turns on the power, rescues Yankees
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJust when it looked as if the end was near, Johnny Damon sparked the Yankees and continued their season for at least one more game.
Story | Conversation | October 07, 2007Joba, Yankees can't avoid the plague
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Indians needed help from a timely plague of insects to rattle Joba Chamberlain and take a 2-0 series advantage.
Story | Conversation | October 05, 2007Lofton keeps on ticking, delivers huge performance for Indians
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBack for another tour of duty with the Indians, Kenny Lofton delivered the keynote performance in Cleveland's Game 1 win over the Yankees.
Story | Conversation | October 04, 2007The 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, 2006Many questions still need to be answered
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comEvery team has some important questions and contingency plans that must be addressed before Opening Day.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2006
Human element still vital in high-tech age
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdvance scouting helps teams keep track of opponents and gain competitive intelligence.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005
A's dealing with injuries to key players
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderBesides pitching, hitting and fielding, health is also part of the equation for postseason contenders.
Story | Conversation | September 21, 2005
Reds continue to draw speculation
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhile some outfielders have already been dealt, there are others still on the market.
Story | Conversation | July 19, 2005
Latinos rising in big-league status
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHow significant is the Latino influence in baseball? It's deeper and more profound than ever, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | July 11, 2005
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