Bar has been set, so let the spending begin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe forecast for this year's free-agent starters is sunny and raining dollars. Here's the rundown, from the priciest to the most affordable.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2006
Time to hang up the spikes?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAt ballparks throughout the game, this week might be the last hurrah for some All-Stars and role players alike, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006
Liriano, Matsui could go from injured to integral
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome key players could come off the disabled list and give their teams a well-timed boost toward the playoffs.
Story | Conversation | September 06, 2006
The second baseman is in right field?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome teams are employing extreme defensive shifts to neutralize dangerous left-handed hitters like Jason Giambi and David Ortiz, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2006
Here comes the left-hander ...
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome teams have three, some have none. The beauty of the lefty reliever is in the eye of the beholder.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 2006
Many questions still need to be answered
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comEvery team has some important questions and contingency plans that must be addressed before Opening Day.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2006
Missing since '87 -- a 30-HR threat
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderIt's hard to fathom, but the Twins haven't had a player hit 30 homers in a season since 1987.
Story | Conversation | December 13, 2005
Human 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
Howard is a big-time slugger
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJerry Crasnick responds to readers' comments about the Tigers, setup men, Ryan Howard and more.
Story | Conversation | July 01, 2005
Twins don't need big bucks to win
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Twins continue to be a model for how to play small-market ball and win.
Story | Conversation | February 04, 2005
Hot stove burning questions
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderBaseball Insiders rate the best and worst moves so far this offseason and much more in our winter meetings poll.
Story | Conversation | December 13, 2004
A classic in the making
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderIt was expected to be a classic, and the Yankees-Red Sox series is living up to the hype.
Story | Conversation | October 18, 2004
Red Sox one big mess
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Red Sox were demolished by the Yankees in Game 3 and now are just waiting for their season to end.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2004
The Jon & John Show
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJon Lieber and John Olerud don't fit the bill as Yankee stars. But they sure stood out in a big way in Game 2 of the ALCS.
Story | Conversation | October 13, 2004
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