Free agents who could very well be bargains
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom Randy Johnson to Felipe Lopez to Juan Rivera, "Starting 9" highlights the free agents who could prove to be a nice value for a relatively bargain price.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2008Highlighting the biggest overachievers of '08
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral players are performing better than their track records or perceived talent levels might indicate. Jerry Crasnick runs down the list.
Story | Conversation | July 02, 2008Players who show their value all over the diamond
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPaying tribute to the super-utility players, those who've made a contribution at three or more positions this season.
Story | Conversation | June 17, 2008Gonzalez agrees to one-year, $2M deal with Marlins
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFree agent outfielder Luis Gonzalez has reached agreement in principle on a one-year, $2 million contract with the Florida Marlins.
Story | Conversation | January 31, 2008Large number of players still seeking employment
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe list of unemployed free agents is still very long, and many of them have no clue where they'll be when the Grapefruit and Cactus leagues get under way.
Story | Conversation | January 24, 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, 2007Dealing Diamondbacks ready to strike in 2008
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAn Arizona team that posted the best record in the National League in 2007 just got a whole lot more formidable.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2007Expect teams to be 'aggressive' in trade market
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comExpect the GM meetings to be a time for executives to line up trade partners to potentially make moves in the weeks ahead.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2007Saving Webb already pays off for D-backs
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe D-backs' decision to save Brandon Webb an extra day has already paid off, allowing their ace to open a critical weekend series in Colorado.
Story | Conversation | September 28, 2007Several contenders need roster upgrades
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comA power hitter. A starting pitcher. Bullpen help. With the trading deadline slowly approaching, several contending teams are in need of roster upgrades.
Story | Conversation | June 13, 2007Gibson teaching the art of baserunning
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Diamondbacks believe bench coach Kirk Gibson can teach the kids a thing or two about competitiveness, hustle and the value of the "little things."
Story | Conversation | March 29, 2007Heat will be on Gonzalez to match Girardi's success
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Marlins far exceeded the low expectations that were bestowed upon them to begin last season. Is Florida primed for an even better year or will it take a step back in '07?
Story | Conversation | March 23, 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, 2006Putz is dealing, but has anyone noticed?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIt's easy to get overshadowed, so we give eight underappreciated players the recognition they deserve.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2006
Pirates' Sanchez defying the odds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPirates third baseman Freddy Sanchez, the NL's batting leader, is still trying to shake the perception that his bubble is about to burst.
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