Perusing the free-agent bargain bin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBobby Abreu proved last year that there are bargains to be had on the free-agent market. Starting 9 takes a look at the best deals on the offseason discount rack.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009They're called 'prospects' for a reason
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile the Blue Jays and Phillies continue to haggle over prospects, Starting 9 revisits some trades involving highly touted minor leaguers who became major league busts.
Story | Conversation | July 28, 2009Cubs' offense often inept in many ways
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Cubs are muddling along in that middle ground between waiting to erupt and going nowhere fast.
Story | Conversation | July 21, 2009AL East … King Albert … and lots more
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the All-Star Game now in the rearview mirror, Starting 9 looks ahead at the top things to keep a close eye on in the second half of the season.
Story | Conversation | July 14, 2009Active seniors still living the good life
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTo quadrigenarians Jamie Moyer, Gary Sheffield and Randy Johnson, age is just another number in their illustrious careers.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009Pounding the pavement
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn recognition of the nation's 8.5 percent jobless rate, this week's installment of Starting 9 catches up with some familiar faces who failed to hook on through free agency.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2009Cubs now a much more balanced team
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comA short-lived run in each of the past two Octobers pushed the Cubs to balance their lineup better for 2009.
Story | Conversation | March 09, 2009White Sox veterans know the score
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe old guard won't be caught off guard in Chicago. Jermaine Dye, Paul Konerko and Jim Thome are well aware the White Sox are trying to get younger.
Story | Conversation | March 03, 2009Source: Abreu, Angels agree to deal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBobby Abreu has reached preliminary agreement on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels, a baseball source said.
Story | Conversation | February 11, 2009Sources: 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, 2009GM: Dunn doesn't fit in Astros' plans
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAdam Dunn's quest to find a home in 2009 apparently will not be taking him back to his native Houston.
Story | Conversation | February 09, 2009End could possibly be near for Durham
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHaving received no offers to date to play in 2009, veteran Ray Durham may be forced to retire far sooner than he ever wanted to.
Story | Conversation | February 07, 2009Return of an ancient Mariner?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comShould a team that is desperately trying to move forward look back to its glory days? The return of Ken Griffey Jr. to Seattle seems quite iffy.
Story | Conversation | January 26, 2009Cards getting an earful from fans
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDespite some grumbling from their fan base, the St. Louis Cardinals aren't about to make any sudden changes in their future plans.
Story | Conversation | January 20, 2009Free agents who could very well be bargains
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom Randy Johnson to Felipe Lopez to Juan Rivera, "Starting 9" highlights the free agents who could prove to be a nice value for a relatively bargain price.
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