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, 2009Pirates endure short-term groans to achieve long-term gains
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Pirates' deadline deals received a tepid response, but jaded Bucs fans are warming up to the team's devotion to long-term goals.
Story | Conversation | August 08, 2008Resurrection month for Lee, Quentin, others
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLast season Cliff Lee was demoted, Scott Olsen was arrested and Milton Bradley tore his ACL. But now they're among the top comeback stories of 2008.
Story | Conversation | April 29, 2008Howard, Cano, Jones among slow starters
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comStarting 9 takes a position-by-position look at players with All-Star ability who are off to poor starts.
Story | Conversation | April 23, 2008Kuroda 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, 2007No difference makers among players dealt at deadline
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile teams made deadline deals to help themselves during the stretch run, "Starting 9" reveals that none of the trades have had the desired effect.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2007Young, several others, still seek an opportunity
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comEric Young and Phil Nevin are among a number of free agents still waiting to land a job as spring training approaches. • Travel Guide
Story | Conversation | January 25, 2007Big payday on horizon for Suppan
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHere's a look at the strengths, weaknesses and employment prospects of the Cardinals' four free-agent starting pitchers.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2006Will Reds hold up down the stretch?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeven teams and perhaps even a few more still stand a legitimate shot to win the wild card in the National League.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 2006Source: Lowry, Giants agree to four-year, $9.25M deal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comNoah Lowry reached agreement on a four-year contract with the Giants.
Story | Conversation | March 31, 2006The best and the worst of times
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJerry Crasnick runs down the best-case and worst-case scenarios for each of the 30 teams heading into the 2006 season.
Story | Conversation | March 27, 2006Cards contenders despite so-so offseason
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Cardinals didn't add any big names during the offseason, but they're still the NL's team to beat, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | March 24, 2006Schmidt stung by steroid speculation
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comGiants ace Jason Schmidt hopes to find a way to leave behind a season that taxed his body, mind and soul, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | March 08, 2006Sizing up which teams belong on top
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLeading with the defending champion White Sox, Jerry Crasnick picks the six division favorites as spring training gets underway.
Story | Conversation | February 15, 2006Brewers, Twins ready to surprise
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comOur choices for 2006 surprise clubs both play in the heartland and both begin with "M." Check back in October to see how smart we were.
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