Players 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, 2009Werth packing plenty of punch for Phils
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn his second season as a full-time starter, Jayson Werth is having a career year and has given the Phillies' lineup a huge lift.
Story | Conversation | September 21, 2009Pirates 'clean house' in a very big way
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn the span of roughly one calendar year, the Pirates have made a flurry of moves that have totally remade the look of their franchise.
Story | Conversation | August 03, 2009Could be a wild weekend ... weather permitting
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIt's going to be awfully difficult to top Thursday's walk-off wins, as this weekend's rainy forecast may cause problems for several postseason hopefuls.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2008Rays look to continue dominance at home in showdown against Sox
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Rays have the best home record in the majors heading into their showdown series against the Red Sox at the Trop.
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2008At first, take your pick
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThis year's draft class has plenty of options at first base.
Story | Conversation | June 03, 2008Later round draft picks who've developed rather nicely
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith a salute to some noteworthy late hits, "Starting 9" looks position-by-position at players who were drafted after the 10th round and proved to be well worth the wait.
Story | Conversation | June 03, 2008Dealing Diamondbacks ready to strike in 2008
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAn Arizona team that posted the best record in the National League in 2007 just got a whole lot more formidable.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2007Nine players who need to step up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWho are the potential difference-makers for contending clubs down the stretch? "Starting 9" focuses on players who could play pivotal roles.
Story | Conversation | September 12, 2007Winning culture developing in Milwaukee
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comApril flash or legitimate contender? Here are 10 reasons why the Brewers are for real.
Story | Conversation | May 15, 2007Francoeur has the right stuff
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAmong the young right fielders in the NL, Atlanta's Jeff Francoeur has the skills to become a big-time run producer for years to come.
Story | Conversation | May 01, 2007'Very little star power' awaits this winter
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLed by Barry Zito and Alfonso Soriano, there are only a handful of top-tier free agents in this winter's class.
Story | Conversation | April 20, 2006
Plenty of power left on the market
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith spring training approaching, several big-league clubs still have prominent holes to fill.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2005
Yankees hogging headlines
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWill San Diego's approach alienate fans? Can the Phillies contend in the NL East? Answers to these, and plenty more.
Story | Conversation | January 14, 2005
Radcliff, Zduriencik earn rave reviews
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderScouting directors often are the unsung heroes of a major-league organization. Here are the five best.
Story | Conversation | June 07, 2004
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