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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

Tigers' lineup tops the charts, Giants' order picks up the rear

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Some teams have made major upgrades to their lineups, and others have lost significant parts. Here are the best and worst in baseball.

Story | Conversation | December 12, 2007

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

September's significant for baseball's bottom nine

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

September is still a significant month for baseball's bottom nine teams, even though they're out of the playoff hunt.

Story | Conversation | August 30, 2007

Keep an eye on these potential impact players

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

There are a few players who could provide a major boost for pennant contenders once they come off the disabled list.

Story | Conversation | July 18, 2007

Bonds, Griffey share All-Star spotlight one last time

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Barry Bonds and Ken Griffey Jr., two of the best players of their generation, will be starting in the same outfield in an All-Star Game for the first -- and perhaps last -- time Tuesday night.

Story | Conversation | July 09, 2007

Several contenders need roster upgrades

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

A power hitter. A starting pitcher. Bullpen help. With the trading deadline slowly approaching, several contending teams are in need of roster upgrades.

Story | Conversation | June 13, 2007

Everett is Mr. Smooth in the field

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Despite a reputation within the game as being the best defensive shortstop, Adam Everett has yet to win a Gold Glove.

Story | Conversation | April 17, 2007

Jennings likely to stay put, but not Jones

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Check out seven important players among next year's free-agent crop who may or may not follow Vernon Wells' lead.

Story | Conversation | December 19, 2006

Will Reds hold up down the stretch?

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Seven teams and perhaps even a few more still stand a legitimate shot to win the wild card in the National League.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2006