Under Moore, Royals moving on to Plan B
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the Gil Meche signing, GM Dayton Moore is sending a strong message about his desire to improve the Royals.
Story | Conversation | December 12, 2006
No joshing: Hamilton selected in Rule 5 draft
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFallen star Josh Hamilton was as shocked as anybody by the news that he had been selected in Thursday's Rule 5 draft.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2006
Royals in market for long-term value
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderKansas City's new GM, Dayton Moore, has been busy trying to gain long-term value for the Royals' few tradeable players.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2006
Right-handers still fighting height stigma
Jerry Crasnick, Baseball AmericaWhy do scouts knock righthanded power pitchers under 6 feet tall? This year's draft features four such hurlers.
Story | Conversation | June 02, 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
Red Sox could turn to Reed, among others
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJeremy Reed is among the players the Red Sox could consider bringing in to replace the departed Johnny Damon.
Story | Conversation | December 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
Tigers haven't finished .500 since 1993
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Tigers have their sights set on a winning season for the first time since 1993.
Story | Conversation | June 29, 2005
Royals banking on youngsters
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith the Royals pinning their hopes on kids, ups and downs are a fact of life, Jerry Crasnick writes.
Story | Conversation | April 12, 2005
Sisco invigorated by new chapter in life
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAndy Sisco has a reputation as a bit of a wild child – but he is far more inquisitive than your typical jock.
Story | Conversation | March 11, 2005
Carl-a-palooza strikes Motown
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderFree agents, like pitcher Carl Pavano, are finding Detroit more attractive after the team improved by 29 wins in '04.
Story | Conversation | December 06, 2004
Tampa expecting big things from Kazmir
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAfter assembling a group of youngsters who can hit and run, Tampa finally has the makings of a winning rotation.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2004
NL MVP race not a walk in the park
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderBarry Bonds and Scott Rolen present an intriguing MVP debate. Plus, notes on Jimy Williams and more.
Story | Conversation | July 16, 2004
Prospects to watch down the stretch
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Twins' Justin Morneau, among other prospects, could be big players in the second half of the season.
Story | Conversation | July 11, 2004
Hidalgo thriving in New York
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Mets took a chance on the enigmatic Richard Hidalgo. The payoff has been immediate and pronounced.
Story | Conversation | July 07, 2004
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