Dealing 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, 2009Promising Indians go from first to worst
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Indians were one win from the World Series in 2007. But they haven't been close since, heading instead in the opposite direction. What happened?
Story | Conversation | June 29, 2009Second 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, 2009Winners and losers at the time that were short-lived
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLooking back at nine deadline trades over the past decade that are perceived differently in hindsight than in the immediate aftermath.
Story | Conversation | July 30, 2008Kinsler, Rangers agree on 5-year, $22M deal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Rangers signed second baseman Ian Kinsler to an extension.
Story | Conversation | February 18, 2008Respect and love ... along with great ability
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comCall it a feel-good story. Jerry Crasnick goes around the diamond to identify the players who embody all that's good about the game.
Story | Conversation | August 08, 2007Kicking the tires on some big bats
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLooking for a bat? Here are five productive players whose names are likely to be kicked around at the GM meetings in Florida.
Story | Conversation | November 14, 2006Fielder delivers far more than just power
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPrince Fielder has big-league bloodlines and the talent that could soon make him a special player, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | March 02, 2006Reds, Indians weighing options
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderOn the fringe of the playoff race, the Reds and Indians must decide if they're buyers, sellers or observers.
Story | Conversation | July 30, 2004
No position too difficult for these guys
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderGuys like Ryan Freel and Chone Figgins are going all out to turn the "utility player" stigma into a badge of honor.
Story | Conversation | June 21, 2004
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