Hafner pushes to return to his old form
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAfter playing in only 57 games last season due to an injured right shoulder, Travis Hafner knows he needs to produce in a big way for the Indians in '09.
Story | Conversation | March 16, 2009Ensberg has shot to make Rays roster
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFormer All-Star third baseman Morgan Ensberg has reached agreement on a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays.
Story | Conversation | February 09, 2009Kent never, ever backed down
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJeff Kent put up big, possibly Hall of Fame stats, but he also clashed with teammates -- one famous one in particular.
Story | Conversation | January 22, 2009Yankees ready to reel in marquee free agents
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comNo team is expected to be a bigger offseason player than the Yankees, who have their wallets open and several big-name free agents in their sights.
Story | Conversation | November 14, 2008Scrappy Twins in playoff hunt … for now, at least
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile the Twins rank third in the AL in runs, they are just 29th in the majors in home runs. Are baseball's pre-eminent scrappers in the race for the long haul?
Story | Conversation | July 09, 2008Ensberg agrees to deal with Yankees, will compete for time at first base
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFree-agent infielder Morgan Ensberg has reached agreement on a one-year contract with the New York Yankees, and will join the competition for the team's first base job in spring training.
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, 2007Some players coming to life after slow starts
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAfter struggling out of the gate, these players have recovered to make significant contributions for teams in playoff contention.
Story | Conversation | August 21, 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, 2007Everett is Mr. Smooth in the field
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDespite a reputation within the game as being the best defensive shortstop, Adam Everett has yet to win a Gold Glove.
Story | Conversation | April 17, 2007Orioles mired in a full-blown identity crisis
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTo see just how far the Orioles have fallen, you need only buy a ticket to a weekday game at Camden Yards in September, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | September 14, 2006Difficult to assess impact of amphetamines ban
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe amphetamine ban has prompted players to move down the spectrum to coffee and energy drinks or to seek other legal alternatives.
Story | Conversation | September 07, 2006
Will 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, 2006Sometimes it takes some shaking up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThis season has been a huge disappointment for the Indians, and they're still trying to figure out why.
Story | Conversation | July 21, 2006
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