Pitch counts 'encouraging mediocrity'
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHall of Famers say establishing strict pitch counts early in pitchers' careers change the expectations and the way pitchers are taught to think from an early age.
Story | Conversation | July 27, 2009Hefty price tag on Strasburg's talent
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe ultra-talented Stephen Strasburg is expected to be the No. 1 pick of the Nationals on Tuesday. But that'll be only the beginning of a long, costly process led by superagent Scott Boras.
Story | Conversation | June 08, 2009No automatic outs among this group of pitchers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith Micah Owings topping the list, Starting 9 pays tribute to baseball's best-hitting pitchers -- guys who instill fear when they step to the plate.
Story | Conversation | May 06, 2008Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008New faces, position changes for Brewers this spring
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWill the young Brewers be serious contenders or fall into the "not quite" category again in 2008? Players such as Ryan Braun and Rickie Weeks will play a big role in determining that.
Story | Conversation | February 23, 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, 2007Kuroda tops list of free-agent hurlers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe starting pitching market remains untapped. Although it's not the strongest crop, there are lots of interesting options available.
Story | Conversation | November 28, 2007Verlander, at only 24, achieving greatness
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe word "special" is overused in sports these days, but Justin Verlander, health permitting, is on his way to doing some incredible things.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2007A whole new ballgame for some players
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeven big leaguers are going to school in the desert this spring and learning a new position.
Story | Conversation | March 08, 2007Sheets' new pitch could change Brewers' fortunes
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTinkering with a new and improved changeup, Ben Sheets will be counted on to change the Brewers' fortunes in the NL Central.
Story | Conversation | March 02, 2007Cubs' outfield still work in progress
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Cubs' outfield situation is Lou Piniella's biggest spring challenge, and it all starts with Alfonso Soriano's transition to center.
Story | Conversation | February 22, 2007Bar has been set, so let the spending begin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe forecast for this year's free-agent starters is sunny and raining dollars. Here's the rundown, from the priciest to the most affordable.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2006
NL lineups aren't as deep
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThere are a few factors that might help explain the American League's recent dominance over the National League.
Story | Conversation | July 10, 2006Carpenter is only starter with sub-4.95 ERA
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAs the Cardinals pursue their sixth postseason berth in seven years, they face persistent questions about their pitching.
Story | Conversation | June 27, 2006
Cubs missing much more than Lee
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comInjured first baseman Derrek Lee should be back by mid-June, but it's scary to think where the Cubs might be then, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2006
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