Deadline deals: From studs to duds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comOne month after the trade deadline, the Cardinals' deal to acquire Matt Holliday ranks as the most impactful among contending teams.
Story | Conversation | September 02, 2009Pirates 'clean house' in a very big way
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn the span of roughly one calendar year, the Pirates have made a flurry of moves that have totally remade the look of their franchise.
Story | Conversation | August 03, 2009Sanchez to Giants for Alderson
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPittsburgh second baseman Freddy Sanchez's status remained in limbo Wednesday as the San Francisco Giants' medical staff checked out his left knee for a second time as a prelude to a possible trade between the clubs, a source told ESPN.com.
Story | Conversation | July 29, 2009Several rookies making a big impact
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRick Porcello and Elvis Andrus are among several rookies who've made valuable contributions to their teams through the first three months of the season.
Story | Conversation | June 24, 2009Bay thriving in Boston's limelight
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAs a "rock star" in Boston, Jason Bay is delivering in a big way hitting in the heart of the Red Sox's lineup.
Story | Conversation | June 15, 2009Pittsburgh's pitching revival
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWe're only a few weeks into the season, but new pitching coach Joe Kerrigan already has put his stamp on the Pirates' staff.
Story | Conversation | April 28, 2009Starting 9: Overcoming long odds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome are here for a cup of coffee. Some are back for another cup. Others are trying to restart their careers. This week's Starting 9 recognizes players who overcame long odds to land a job in the majors.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009Pirates, Doumit strike 3-year deal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Pirates have reached an agreement on a three-year deal with catcher Ryan Doumit that will take him through his salary arbitration years.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2008Pointing out the good amid all the bad
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPaying tribute to players who have made unexpectedly strong contributions to give losing teams a reason to feel good amid all the bad news.
Story | Conversation | August 12, 2008Pirates 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, 2008Uggla delivers a big stinker in National League's loss
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDan Uggla committed three errors and went an abysmal 0-for-4 at the plate in the NL's loss in the Midsummer Classic. Yes, it was a night to forget for the first-time All-Star.
Story | Conversation | July 16, 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, 2008Power numbers down significantly for several players
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom Prince Fielder to Delmon Young, several players have seen their power numbers decline appreciably in the first 2½ months of the season.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2008Later round draft picks who've developed rather nicely
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith a salute to some noteworthy late hits, "Starting 9" looks position-by-position at players who were drafted after the 10th round and proved to be well worth the wait.
Story | Conversation | June 03, 2008Reyes still considered king of thieves
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" breaks down the top base stealers in the game, leading off with the Mets' Jose Reyes.
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