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, 2009Players who've thrived for losing teams
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPlaying for teams far out of playoff contention hasn't prevented several players from having noteworthy performances in '09.
Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009Twins, Cuddyer keep chugging along
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Twins have overcome several key injuries, most notably to first baseman Justin Morneau, to remain quite relevant in the AL Central race with one week left in the season.
Story | Conversation | September 28, 2009Definitely a perfect day for one scout
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comScout John Kazanas laid eyes on two talented but raw junior college players in the spring of 1998. The first was Albert Pujols; the second Mark Buehrle. On the day Buehrle tossed a perfect game against the Rays, Kazanas reflected on the first time he saw the lefty pitch.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2009Dealing an ace can be a crapshoot
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhat kind of package can a star pitcher bring in return? As history reminds us, not all blockbusters are created equal.
Story | Conversation | July 22, 2009Starters who can't win for losing
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJavier Vazquez and Doug Davis are among the starters with .500 or losing records who've been better than the W's and L's would suggest.
Story | Conversation | July 08, 2009It's the good … and the bad
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome players, including MLB home run leader Adrian Gonzalez, are roadkill at home and world-beaters on the road. Or vice versa.
Story | Conversation | June 10, 2009When up is down, and down is up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral teams have experienced plot twists since spring training, as strengths have become weaknesses and vice versa.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 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, 2009More opportunity for job seekers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThanks to the World Baseball Classic, some fringe players get longer looks at major league camps this spring.
Story | Conversation | March 12, 2009A's leaning on veteran bats, young arms
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Athletics bolstered their lineup by adding some veteran bats, but their success in 2009 may rest on the precocious, talented, untested group of starting pitchers in camp.
Story | Conversation | March 11, 2009Young upbeat as he transitions to 3B
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comMichael Young's initial reaction to the Rangers' decision to move him to third base was anger. But now he's on board with the position change.
Story | Conversation | February 27, 2009Griffey chooses Mariners
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSources tell ESPN.com that Ken Griffey Jr. has decided to sign with the Mariners.
Story | Conversation | February 18, 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.
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