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Starting 9: Overcoming long odds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome are here for a cup of coffee. Some are back for another cup. Others are trying to restart their careers. This week's Starting 9 recognizes players who overcame long odds to land a job in the majors.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009A brother's burden: Baseball in a time of tribulation
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comMitch Canham's baseball future is as bright as the San Diego sun, as long as he can see through the clouds of the recent losses of his mother and brother, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | July 16, 2008At first, take your pick
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThis year's draft class has plenty of options at first base.
Story | Conversation | June 03, 2008Berkman showing he's the king of swing
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith Lance Berkman locked in at the plate like few others have ever been, feel free to sit back and enjoy the ride.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 2008From unknown to very well-known
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHaving been drafted in the 13th round by the Cardinals in 1999, Albert Pujols is among several overlooked picks who accomplished more than anyone could have imagined.
Story | Conversation | June 05, 2007Putz is dealing, but has anyone noticed?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIt's easy to get overshadowed, so we give eight underappreciated players the recognition they deserve.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2006
Pirates' Sanchez defying the odds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPirates third baseman Freddy Sanchez, the NL's batting leader, is still trying to shake the perception that his bubble is about to burst.
Story | Conversation | August 14, 2006Holden ready to serve
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderReds minor leaguer Josh Holden went from an open tryout to GCL sensation. His next stop, however, could be Iraq.
Story | Conversation | August 30, 2004
Moorad move raising many issues
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAgent Jeff Moorad's decision to replace Jerry Colangelo as the man in charge of the Diamondbacks is creating controversy.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2004
Salesman A-Rod hopes to land Unit
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderIn his first trip to the All-Star Game as a Yankee, Alex Rodriguez's biggest task may be to recruit Randy Johnson.
Story | Conversation | July 12, 2004
All quiet on DePodesta front
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderPaul DePodesta, Billy Beane's right-hand man, is generating surprisingly little buzz on the GM rumor mill.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2003

