They'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, 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, 2009Unknown spoilers await unsuspecting contenders
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIt's not known who it will be and when it will happen, but spoilers are bound to cause either the Twins, White Sox, Phils, Mets or Brewers to stumble.
Story | Conversation | September 24, 2008Winners and losers at the time that were short-lived
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLooking back at nine deadline trades over the past decade that are perceived differently in hindsight than in the immediate aftermath.
Story | Conversation | July 30, 2008New faces, position changes for Brewers this spring
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWill the young Brewers be serious contenders or fall into the "not quite" category again in 2008? Players such as Ryan Braun and Rickie Weeks will play a big role in determining that.
Story | Conversation | February 23, 2008Clubs at mercy of circumstances beyond their control
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Mitchell report should be released by the end of the year, but how it will impact personnel moves is anyone's guess.
Story | Conversation | November 21, 2007Rockies quietly going about their business
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Rockies have won 10 straight, but they're not saying a whole lot. They're just enjoying the ride, for as long as it lasts.
Story | Conversation | September 27, 2007Conine, among others, could be involved in waiver deals
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDespite the July 31 trade deadline having passed, there are a number of players who could be moved in waiver deals in the month of August.
Story | Conversation | August 01, 2007Limited trade opportunities in August
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWe're not done dealing just yet. Jerry Crasnick gives us a list of players, Shawn Green and Jon Lieber among them, who might be on the move in August.
Story | Conversation | August 01, 2006Sometimes it takes some shaking up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThis season has been a huge disappointment for the Indians, and they're still trying to figure out why.
Story | Conversation | July 21, 2006
Braves trade prospect for Indians closer Wickman
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Atlanta Braves, looking for bullpen help as they make a run at the National League wild card, acquired closer Bob Wickman from Cleveland for minor-league catcher Max Ramirez, a baseball source told ESPN.com.
Story | Conversation | July 20, 2006'Very little star power' awaits this winter
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLed by Barry Zito and Alfonso Soriano, there are only a handful of top-tier free agents in this winter's class.
Story | Conversation | April 20, 2006
Most significant trade? Delgado to Mets
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJerry Crasnick looks at six trades likely to have the most impact on the 2006 season, including one involving Carlos Delgado.
Story | Conversation | February 02, 2006Red Sox could turn to Reed, among others
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJeremy Reed is among the players the Red Sox could consider bringing in to replace the departed Johnny Damon.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2005
Marlins in good hands with Jones
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comA journeyman for his entire career, Todd Jones is flourishing in his role as the Marlins' closer this season.
Story | Conversation | September 06, 2005
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