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Slow 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, 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, 2009Girardi managing just fine
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSecond-guess him all you want. Joe Girardi -- in his first postseason as a manager -- has the Yankees in position to win their 27th World Series title.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2009Yankees arrive at desired destination
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Yankees set out with a simple purpose -- reach the World Series and win it. By dispatching the Angels, New York has completed half the equation.
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2009Young arms feel the 'grind' at this point
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom pitch counts to innings limits, Starting 9 assesses how several young pitchers are positioned for the stretch drive.
Story | Conversation | September 10, 2009It's all or nothing with Reynolds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAlready among baseball's best sluggers, Mark Reynolds is more concerned about being a complete player than he is about his record number of strikeouts.
Story | Conversation | August 21, 2009Pitch counts 'encouraging mediocrity'
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHall of Famers say establishing strict pitch counts early in pitchers' careers change the expectations and the way pitchers are taught to think from an early age.
Story | Conversation | July 27, 2009Definitely a perfect day for one scout
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comScout John Kazanas laid eyes on two talented but raw junior college players in the spring of 1998. The first was Albert Pujols; the second Mark Buehrle. On the day Buehrle tossed a perfect game against the Rays, Kazanas reflected on the first time he saw the lefty pitch.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 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, 2009Abreu waiting for market to open
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comobby Abreu's overall stats suggest "star," but he's often viewed as a complementary-type player. Landing a job at his desired salary could prove difficult.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2008How will the dominoes fall after CC?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith CC Sabathia having agreed to take $161 million from the Yankees, the focus now shifts to the 150-something free agents left on the market.
Story | Conversation | December 10, 2008Yankees ready to reel in marquee free agents
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comNo team is expected to be a bigger offseason player than the Yankees, who have their wallets open and several big-name free agents in their sights.
Story | Conversation | November 14, 2008Manuel mum on Phils DH choices in Games 1 and 2
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPhillies manager Charlie Manuel is remaining quiet about his designated hitter choices.
Story | Conversation | October 21, 2008Accomplished arms who may press on for '09 or call it a career
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom Randy Johnson to Mike Mussina to Greg Maddux, Starting 9 looks at older, accomplished pitchers who might call it a career at the end of 2008.
Story | Conversation | September 24, 2008Pointing out the good amid all the bad
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPaying tribute to players who have made unexpectedly strong contributions to give losing teams a reason to feel good amid all the bad news.
Story | Conversation | August 12, 2008EXPLORE RELATED TOPICS
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