Putting 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, 2009Executives chime in on offseason topics
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs the hot stove season gets under way, ESPN.com surveys executives in the game on eight notable questions that will play out in the coming weeks.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2009Girardi wins battle of managerial wits
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com...a case of Burnett pumping first-pitch fastballs for strikes and Pedro Martinez resurrecting the old Cy Young magic for the Phillies. And then once the kids went to bed, things got a lot...
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2009Can Phils repeat despite bullpen woes?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe uncertainty surrounding Brad Lidge and the Phillies' bullpen leaves a huge question about Philadelphia's hope to repeat as champion.
Story | Conversation | October 04, 2009Twins still have some life left
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Twins didn't win pretty against the Tigers on Thursday, but this part of the season isn't about aesthetics -- it's about survival, and Minnesota kept the AL Central race going.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009Players who've thrived for losing teams
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPlaying for teams far out of playoff contention hasn't prevented several players from having noteworthy performances in '09.
Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009Zito's second-half surge sparks Giants
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comA resurgent Barry Zito has given the Giants a major lift in their push to reach the postseason for the first time since 2003.
Story | Conversation | September 08, 2009Deadline 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, 2009Hoping for a September to remember
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBecause we live in a "what have you done for me lately" kind of world, the futures of Pedro Martinez, John Smoltz and several managers might be determined in September and October.
Story | Conversation | August 25, 2009Dealing an ace can be a crapshoot
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhat kind of package can a star pitcher bring in return? As history reminds us, not all blockbusters are created equal.
Story | Conversation | July 22, 2009Halladay puts 50-50 chances on trade
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs trade talk continued to swirl around Roy Halladay, the Toronto Blue Jays ace on Monday estimated his chances of being dealt before the July 31 trade deadline as 50-50.
Story | Conversation | July 13, 2009Drabek stands out among Futures stars
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comKyle Drabek's father won a Cy Young Award, but with each outing, he is proving he is ready to make a name for himself in the big leagues.
Story | Conversation | July 12, 2009Starters who can't win for losing
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJavier Vazquez and Doug Davis are among the starters with .500 or losing records who've been better than the W's and L's would suggest.
Story | Conversation | July 08, 2009They've got the spirit of St. Louis
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJason Bartlett, Nelson Cruz and Mark Reynolds are among the unheralded players who are posting All-Star-worthy numbers this season.
Story | Conversation | June 17, 2009Hefty price tag on Strasburg's talent
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe ultra-talented Stephen Strasburg is expected to be the No. 1 pick of the Nationals on Tuesday. But that'll be only the beginning of a long, costly process led by superagent Scott Boras.
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