Girardi wins battle of managerial wits
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comNEW YORK -- Players make the difference in late October. In the World Series opener, the storyline revolved around Cliff Lee's masterful pitching and ...
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2009All-Star Game still stuck in the middle
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn 2003, Major League Baseball began awarding home-field advantage in the World Series to the league that wins the All-Star Game. Six years later, the sport still wrestles with the emphasis this places on an exhibition game.
Story | Conversation | July 13, 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, 2009Baseball's coming attractions
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe rookie of the year choices might seem rather dull at the moment, but several hot prospects could liven things up in the next few months.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 2009Pirates endure short-term groans to achieve long-term gains
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Pirates' deadline deals received a tepid response, but jaded Bucs fans are warming up to the team's devotion to long-term goals.
Story | Conversation | August 08, 2008On-field antics that have struck a chord
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" focuses on players whose on-field routines through the years have irritated opponents, rival fans and occasionally even teammates.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2008Is baseball held to a higher standard?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comOver the next few months, baseball's biggest concerns could both be addressed in a big way or blow up in unison, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2006Thomas, Piazza possibilities in Oakland
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWill the A's trade Barry Zito? It's not likely, but landing a hitter like Frank Thomas or Mike Piazza isn't out of the question, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2005
Angels fall short of their goal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Angels' season is over. Now it's time for them to put on their White Sox hats and root for Chicago.
Story | Conversation | October 17, 2005Mailbag: Heckling, booing part of job
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJerry Crasnick responds to readers' comments about ballpark security, closers and All-Star balloting.
Story | Conversation | June 03, 2005
Kline, King forming dynamic tandem
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderSteve Kline and Ray King give Tony LaRussa a luxury that few managers have: Two dependable relievers from the left side.
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2004
Marlins looking to bolster lineup
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Marlins rank 13th in the NL in runs scored. If a hitter is available who might help, they'll take a shot.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2004
Dodgers' Evans awaits fate
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith a new owner ready to take over, Dodgers' GM Dan Evans may be sacrificed in the name of change.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2003
Giambi could be the difference
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderA scout watching the Yanks-Sox series weighs in on Jose Contreras, Jason Giambi and Pedro vs. The Rocket.
Story | Conversation | October 10, 2003
McKeon maximizes options
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJack McKeon called upon Carl Pavano and Dontrelle Willis to provide relief and a much-needed Game 2 victory.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2003EDITOR'S PICKS
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