Second basemen gone wild
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSecond base appears to be a position of strength in 2009, with several second-sackers off to great offensive starts.
Story | Conversation | April 29, 2009As usual, offseason busy time for Boras
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile Scott Boras waits for a contract offer to his liking for Manny Ramirez, the agent has once again been a big part of the offseason.
Story | Conversation | January 30, 2009Season can't end soon enough for some
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWe turn our attention to nine players who entered the season with high expectations and appeared to be on the verge of breakthroughs, only to take a significant step back.
Story | Conversation | September 17, 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, 2008Rolen, Glaus both needed change of scenery
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comScott Rolen had to get out of St. Louis and Troy Glaus probably needed to get away from Toronto's artificial turf.
Story | Conversation | January 12, 2008Identifying those who have a lot to prove in '08
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom Mark Prior to Miguel Tejada to Andruw Jones, some players will be more motivated than usual to perform at a high level in 2008.
Story | Conversation | December 18, 2007Francona skillful and relaxed amid the chaos of Boston
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThrough eight seasons -- four with the Red Sox -- as a manager, Terry Francona has grown accustomed to the fickle nature of public and media acceptance.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2007Torre, Yankees complete an April to forget
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJoe Torre's job security is even shakier after the last-place Yankees dropped another series to the Red Sox.
Story | Conversation | April 29, 2007'Popular' Washington finally gets his opportunity
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLongtime coach Ron Washington finally is given the keys to the big office as the Rangers name him their new manager.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2006
A special moment for the Tigers and their fans
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Tigers dispatched the mighty Yankees in four games and celebrated the achievement with 40,000 of their closest friends.
Story | Conversation | October 07, 2006The second baseman is in right field?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome teams are employing extreme defensive shifts to neutralize dangerous left-handed hitters like Jason Giambi and David Ortiz, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2006
Catchers targeted as future managers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhere are baseball's future managers? More than likely, they're crouching at a ballpark near you.
Story | Conversation | June 09, 2006
Loria loves Girardi's Yankee roots
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderMarlins owner Jeffrey Loria got the exact man he wanted to run his team by hiring Joe Girardi.
Story | Conversation | October 19, 2005
Human element still vital in high-tech age
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdvance scouting helps teams keep track of opponents and gain competitive intelligence.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005
Phils thrust themselves into playoff chase
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderConsidered an afterthought for much of this season, the Phillies are now a viable postseason contender.
Story | Conversation | August 17, 2005
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