16 Results for nate robertson

Tigers fight, for playoffs and city

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Tigers, one win away from a spot in the postseason, are fighting not only for themselves, but also for their city.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009

Hafner pushes to return to his old form

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

After 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, 2009

Season can't end soon enough for some

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

We turn our attention to nine players who entered the season with high expectations and appeared to be on the verge of breakthroughs, only to take a significant step back.

Story | Conversation | September 17, 2008

Grading last offseason's free agents

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

This week's edition of Starting 9 looks back at last winter's free agents, and assigns them grades from "A" through "F."

Story | Conversation | September 02, 2008

Willis signs to 3-year extension worth $29 million with Tigers

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Pitcher Dontrelle Willis has reached an agreement in principle on a three-year, $29 million contract extension with the Detroit Tigers, a source told ESPN.com.

Story | Conversation | December 20, 2007

Tigers are short on firemen

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

After being a model of consistency last year, the Tigers' bullpen has struggled to provide relief this season.

Story | Conversation | June 21, 2007

Several contenders need roster upgrades

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

A 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, 2007

Carpenter, Suppan ready to deliver

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Cardinals hope and expect to derive an edge from a return to Busch Stadium.

Story | Conversation | October 23, 2006

The wait is over, and Detroit is buzzing

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Tigers couldn't have been any looser when they arrived for their pre-World Series workout Friday.

Story | Conversation | October 20, 2006

Zito fails to deliver for Oakland

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The A's need to get back to playing fundamentally sound baseball, or it's going be a short ALCS.

Story | Conversation | October 10, 2006

Yankees captain personifies greatness

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Even if you don't like Derek Jeter, it's impossible not to respect him -- especially in October.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2006

NL lineups aren't as deep

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

There are a few factors that might help explain the American League's recent dominance over the National League.

Story | Conversation | July 10, 2006

Many questions still need to be answered

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Every team has some important questions and contingency plans that must be addressed before Opening Day.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | February 16, 2006

Tigers haven't finished .500 since 1993

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN Insider

The Tigers have their sights set on a winning season for the first time since 1993.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | June 29, 2005

Carl-a-palooza strikes Motown

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN Insider

Free agents, like pitcher Carl Pavano, are finding Detroit more attractive after the team improved by 29 wins in '04.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 06, 2004