Executives 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, 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, 2009Jeter hitting monumental heights
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDerek Jeter broke Luis Aparicio's record for career hits by a shortstop last month. Now the 35-year-old has Lou Gehrig in his sights.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 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, 2009Helton stresses team-first mentality
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTodd Helton has experienced the ups and downs during his 13 years with the Rockies. And he's living proof that second acts are as much fun as they're cracked up to be.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 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, 2009Henderson again delivers on big stage
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRickey Henderson did not disappoint in his Hall of Fame speech, though his talk wasn't laced with Rickey-isms but instead a poignant address about his path to Cooperstown.
Story | Conversation | July 26, 2009Aaron advocates asterisks by records
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFormer home run king Hank Aaron said Saturday that he's willing to accept steroid users into the club, but with asterisks.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2009Henderson unsung as great teammate
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRickey Henderson, entering the Hall of Fame this weekend, dazzled with his talent and showmanship on the field, but those who played with Rickey remember him as a great teammate.
Story | Conversation | July 24, 2009Rickey gives stubborn nod to retirement
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRicky Henderson, who has yet to officially retire from baseball, all but conceded that his playing days are history Friday.
Story | Conversation | July 17, 2009AL East … King Albert … and lots more
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the All-Star Game now in the rearview mirror, Starting 9 looks ahead at the top things to keep a close eye on in the second half of the season.
Story | Conversation | July 14, 2009Active seniors still living the good life
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTo quadrigenarians Jamie Moyer, Gary Sheffield and Randy Johnson, age is just another number in their illustrious careers.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009Blue Jays quietly have AL's best record
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith ace Roy Halladay leading the charge, the surprising Blue Jays might be a team that doesn't fold up as the season stretches out.
Story | Conversation | May 11, 2009A-Rod makes like superhero in return
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comControversy has hounded Alex Rodriguez, but with his first swing of 2009, the Yankees slugger showed why he's A-Rod and we're not.
Story | Conversation | May 08, 2009Plate discipline so important nowadays
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIt's the old nature versus nurture debate. Is plate discipline a God-given skill, a learned behavior, or a combination of the two?
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