Bar 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
Carpenter 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
Debate over pitch counts rages on
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHow many pitches should a starter throw? It's a question that's still up for debate.
Story | Conversation | April 12, 2006
Many questions still need to be answered
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comEvery team has some important questions and contingency plans that must be addressed before Opening Day.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2006
Summer blockbuster unlikely
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderSome teams are still trying to determine where they stand as the July 31 nonwaiver deadline approaches.
Story | Conversation | June 21, 2005
Cubs take another serious hit to pitching staff
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith Cubs officials confirming Mark Prior has a "hairline fracture" or a crack in his elbow, replacement options look bleak.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2005
Sisco invigorated by new chapter in life
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAndy Sisco has a reputation as a bit of a wild child – but he is far more inquisitive than your typical jock.
Story | Conversation | March 11, 2005
Burden of hype weighs heavy
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderSome promises go unfulfilled, but these players are still trying to live up to great expectations.
Story | Conversation | January 28, 2005
Colon's fastball, aura dissipating
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Angels would like the 250-pound Bartolo Colon to miss a few meals and a few more bats.
Story | Conversation | June 25, 2004
Drew, Weaver guilty by association?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWill Ken Griffey Jr. enter Cooperstown in the Mays-Aaron-Bonds pantheon? Plus, notes on Jeff Weaver, Bobby Cox and more.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2004
Radcliff, Zduriencik earn rave reviews
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderScouting directors often are the unsung heroes of a major-league organization. Here are the five best.
Story | Conversation | June 07, 2004
Are Giants overworking Schmidt?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJason Schmidt threw 144 pitches in his most recent start, sparking debate over the validity of pitch counts.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2004
Prior only one of Cubs' concerns
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderFor injured Cubs pitcher Mark Prior, the only thing worse than the inactivity is the speculation.
Story | Conversation | April 14, 2004
Spiezio, Herges learning new tricks
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhether Jermaine Dye can provide right-handed pop for the A's is just one of the big Cactus League questions.
Story | Conversation | March 15, 2004
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