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Mills gets third Astros interview

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Houston Astros, moving closer to a decision on their managerial hire, were scheduled to hold a third interview Tuesday with Boston Red Sox bench coach Brad Mills.

Story | Conversation | October 27, 2009

A-Rod experiencing October rebirth

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Alex Rodriguez is forging a new identity this October, playing a far different role than in previous years.

Story | Conversation | October 09, 2009

Under-the-radar OFs who've emerged

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Several under-the-radar outfielders have blossomed in 2009, and they've raised their stock considerably in the process.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2009

Source: Abreu, Angels agree to deal

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Bobby Abreu has reached preliminary agreement on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels, a baseball source said.

Story | Conversation | February 11, 2009

Sources: Abreu, Angels in serious talks

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Free-agent outfielder Bobby Abreu is in serious talks toward a one-year agreement with the Angels, two baseball sources told ESPN.com.

Story | Conversation | February 10, 2009

GM: Dunn doesn't fit in Astros' plans

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Adam Dunn's quest to find a home in 2009 apparently will not be taking him back to his native Houston.

Story | Conversation | February 09, 2009

Source: Abreu-ChiSox talks stalled

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Negotiations between the White Sox and free-agent outfielder Bobby Abreu stalled early this week after the team floated the possibility of a one-year, $8 million contract, said a baseball source.

Story | Conversation | February 03, 2009

Sources: Hampton, Astros agree to deal

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Mike Hampton and the Astros reached agreement Monday on a contract pending the free-agent pitcher passing a physical, KRIV-TV in Houston reported on its Web site.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2008

Berkman showing he's the king of swing

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

With 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, 2008

Slow starters in April who rose to play in October

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Starting 9 looks back through baseball history and pays homage to nine April laggards who found their mojo in time to play in October.

Story | Conversation | April 08, 2008

Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

With the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.

Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008

Ensberg agrees to deal with Yankees, will compete for time at first base

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Free-agent infielder Morgan Ensberg has reached agreement on a one-year contract with the New York Yankees, and will join the competition for the team's first base job in spring training.

Story | Conversation | January 31, 2008

Source: Reds, closer Cordero have preliminary agreement

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Reds have reached preliminary agreement on a four-year, $46 million contract with closer Francisco Cordero, a baseball source confirmed to ESPN.com.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2007

Organizations have desire for continuity

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

When it comes to hiring front-office executives, more teams are promoting from within. Just look at five of the eight new GMs.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007

Phillies think Lidge can still be a premier closer

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Acquiring Brad Lidge allows the Phillies to move Brett Myers back to the rotation.

Story | Conversation | November 07, 2007