Zito the last nine-figure domino to fall
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe fact that Barry Zito signed with San Francisco wasn't completely unexpected, but the $126 million for seven years was.
Story | Conversation | December 28, 2006
Bar has been set, so let the spending begin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe forecast for this year's free-agent starters is sunny and raining dollars. Here's the rundown, from the priciest to the most affordable.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2006
Time to hang up the spikes?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAt ballparks throughout the game, this week might be the last hurrah for some All-Stars and role players alike, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006
Liriano, Matsui could go from injured to integral
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome key players could come off the disabled list and give their teams a well-timed boost toward the playoffs.
Story | Conversation | September 06, 2006
'Very little star power' awaits this winter
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLed by Barry Zito and Alfonso Soriano, there are only a handful of top-tier free agents in this winter's class.
Story | Conversation | April 20, 2006
Many questions still need to be answered
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comEvery team has some important questions and contingency plans that must be addressed before Opening Day.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2006
Human element still vital in high-tech age
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdvance scouting helps teams keep track of opponents and gain competitive intelligence.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005
Reds continue to draw speculation
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhile some outfielders have already been dealt, there are others still on the market.
Story | Conversation | July 19, 2005
Latinos rising in big-league status
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHow significant is the Latino influence in baseball? It's deeper and more profound than ever, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | July 11, 2005
At 22, Wright has a mature approach
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhen he's not carrying Cliff Floyd's luggage, David Wright's carrying the offensive load for the Mets.
Story | Conversation | June 24, 2005
Summer blockbuster unlikely
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderSome teams are still trying to determine where they stand as the July 31 nonwaiver deadline approaches.
Story | Conversation | June 21, 2005
Relievers, outfielders on the front line
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderInsider surveyed 15 major leaguers on the state of player-fan relations, and several seemed legitimately concerned about the way things are headed.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2005
Wilson, Pirates in deep hole
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Pirates haven't had a winning season since '92. Will things ever get better in Pittsburgh?
Story | Conversation | May 06, 2005
Female executive earning respect
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderKim Ng stands as evidence of how far baseball has come in providing opportunities for women.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2005
Next season's free-agent crop pretty sparse
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe 2005-06 free-agent crop looks like a downer – short on starting pitching and long on aging icons.
Story | Conversation | February 01, 2005
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