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Hamels, Howard stumble in Game 3

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Cole Hamels was thumped and Ryan Howard struggled yet again at the plate as the Phillies fell behind 2-1 in this World Series against the Yankees.

Story | Conversation | November 01, 2009

Girardi wins battle of managerial wits

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

...strikes and Pedro Martinez resurrecting the old Cy Young magic for the Phillies. And then once the...call he'd made several hours earlier. With Nick Swisher swinging an ineffectual bat all month, it...

Story | Conversation | October 29, 2009

Girardi managing just fine

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Second-guess him all you want. Joe Girardi -- in his first postseason as a manager -- has the Yankees in position to win their 27th World Series title.

Story | Conversation | October 27, 2009

Girardi calm amid stormy Bronx weather

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Yankees won't alter their plans at all despite having the opportunity to do so after rain forced the postponement of Game 6 of the ALCS.

Story | Conversation | October 24, 2009

Angels' Hunter embraces leadership role

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Along with having a big season offensively, Torii Hunter has displayed a fiery side in his role as a leader with the Angels.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009

Twins still have some life left

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The Twins didn't win pretty against the Tigers on Thursday, but this part of the season isn't about aesthetics -- it's about survival, and Minnesota kept the AL Central race going.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009

Deadline deals: From studs to duds

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

One month after the trade deadline, the Cardinals' deal to acquire Matt Holliday ranks as the most impactful among contending teams.

Story | Conversation | September 02, 2009

Hoping for a September to remember

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Because we live in a "what have you done for me lately" kind of world, the futures of Pedro Martinez, John Smoltz and several managers might be determined in September and October.

Story | Conversation | August 25, 2009

Sizing up the August trade candidates

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

While the July trading deadline has passed, several players could still be moved in August waiver deals.

Story | Conversation | August 05, 2009

AL East … King Albert … and lots more

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

With the All-Star Game now in the rearview mirror, Starting 9 looks ahead at the top things to keep a close eye on in the second half of the season.

Story | Conversation | July 14, 2009

Outfield threesome gives O's high hopes

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Nolan Reimold, Adam Jones and Nick Markakis give the Orioles a dynamic young outfield threesome worth envying.

Story | Conversation | July 06, 2009

Free agents who've thrived on the cheap

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Russell Branyan and Orlando Hudson are among the free agents from this past winter who've thrived for their clubs at very affordable prices.

Story | Conversation | July 01, 2009

Several rookies making a big impact

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Rick 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, 2009

They've got the spirit of St. Louis

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Jason Bartlett, Nelson Cruz and Mark Reynolds are among the unheralded players who are posting All-Star-worthy numbers this season.

Story | Conversation | June 17, 2009

It's the good … and the bad

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Some players, including MLB home run leader Adrian Gonzalez, are roadkill at home and world-beaters on the road. Or vice versa.

Story | Conversation | June 10, 2009