Under-the-radar OFs who've emerged
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral under-the-radar outfielders have blossomed in 2009, and they've raised their stock considerably in the process.
Story | Conversation | September 16, 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, 2009Given a chance to play, Pierre thriving
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJuan Pierre knows his time as a starter is likely limited, but you wouldn't know that by the way he's playing in place of the suspended Manny Ramirez.
Story | Conversation | May 18, 2009Gardner, Murphy aim to excel in hot spot
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBeing on the New York stage has gobbled up many a player, but Brett Gardner and Daniel Murphy are both ready for the challenge.
Story | Conversation | April 20, 2009Show back in town
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe past is the past. Manny Ramirez is back with the Dodgers and ready to play hard and have some fun.
Story | Conversation | March 05, 2009Manny moment arrives at last
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhat took months and months was finally settled during a brief meeting Wednesday -- Manny Ramirez was ready to play for the Dodgers and the Dodgers were ready to have Manny Ramirez play for them.
Story | Conversation | March 04, 2009Abreu waiting for market to open
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comobby Abreu's overall stats suggest "star," but he's often viewed as a complementary-type player. Landing a job at his desired salary could prove difficult.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2008Manny making impact on field, in clubhouse
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Manny being Manny" has taken on new meaning in L.A., where Manny Ramirez has been the Dodgers' leading man -- an RBI machine at the plate and Mr. Congeniality in the clubhouse.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2008Manny making impact on field, in clubhouse
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Manny being Manny" has taken on new meaning in L.A., where Manny Ramirez has been the Dodgers' leading man -- an RBI machine at the plate and Mr. Congeniality in the clubhouse.
Story | Conversation | September 16, 2008Reyes still considered king of thieves
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" breaks down the top base stealers in the game, leading off with the Mets' Jose Reyes.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2008Hunter's signing opened up more possibilities for center fielders
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThere are still plenty of high-caliber center fielders on the market. Here's where things stand for the principals.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007Starting pitching among keys for up-and-down Dodgers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFor the Dodgers to play in October, it's going to take some work, a little luck and a better team than the one that sputtered its way through the first 127 games.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2007Identifying the elite arms in the game
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile having a cannon for an arm helps, it takes more than having a hose to rank among the elite outfield throwers in the game.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 2007The game's best leading men
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe game's best leadoff guys jump-start the offense, drive pitchers crazy and don't spend much time in the dugout.
Story | Conversation | April 24, 2007Dodgers' prospects earning mixed spring reviews
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile their highly regarded prospects are surfacing at the major league level, the Dodgers are making sure they're treated with kid gloves.
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