Sources: Abreu, Angels in serious talks
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFree-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, 2009Source: Abreu-ChiSox talks stalled
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comNegotiations 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, 2009Slow starters in April who rose to play in October
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comStarting 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, 2008Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008September's significant for baseball's bottom nine
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeptember is still a significant month for baseball's bottom nine teams, even though they're out of the playoff hunt.
Story | Conversation | August 30, 2007Jennings likely to stay put, but not Jones
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comCheck out seven important players among next year's free-agent crop who may or may not follow Vernon Wells' lead.
Story | Conversation | December 19, 2006The best and the worst of times
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJerry Crasnick runs down the best-case and worst-case scenarios for each of the 30 teams heading into the 2006 season.
Story | Conversation | March 27, 2006Sizing up which teams belong on top
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLeading with the defending champion White Sox, Jerry Crasnick picks the six division favorites as spring training gets underway.
Story | Conversation | February 15, 2006Small-town Crede makes good in Game 1
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDespite his humble roots, Sox third baseman Joe Crede is quickly making a name for himself as an October phenom.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2005Dominant starting pitching for both sides
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Astros and White Sox both have superb starting pitching, but the Astros could hold a slight edge in the bullpen.
Story | Conversation | October 19, 2005Human element still vital in high-tech age
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdvance scouting helps teams keep track of opponents and gain competitive intelligence.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005
A's dealing with injuries to key players
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderBesides pitching, hitting and fielding, health is also part of the equation for postseason contenders.
Story | Conversation | September 21, 2005
Reds continue to draw speculation
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhile some outfielders have already been dealt, there are others still on the market.
Story | Conversation | July 19, 2005
Latinos rising in big-league status
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHow significant is the Latino influence in baseball? It's deeper and more profound than ever, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | July 11, 2005
Ten middle men provide instant relief
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderMiddle relievers and setup guys have thankless jobs, but there are 10 who have been staff saviors this season.
Story | Conversation | June 17, 2005
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