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Creating a new Brew from scratch

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

How are the Brewers winning so many games? They're getting quality starts from their underpublicized rotation and save after save from their 41-year-old closer.

Story | Conversation | May 26, 2009

Starting 9: Overcoming long odds

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Some 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, 2009

In wake of Sabathia trade, LaPorta now a name to know

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Being the centerpiece of the package the Indians acquired in the CC Sabathia trade suddenly has made Matt LaPorta a hot player to watch.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2008

At first, take your pick

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

This year's draft class has plenty of options at first base.

Story | Conversation | June 03, 2008

Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

With the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.

Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008

Pie, Gonzalez among Cactus League phenoms

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Felix Pie and Carlos Gonzalez are only two among a group of young Cactus League players who could emerge in 2008.

Story | Conversation | March 07, 2008

New faces, position changes for Brewers this spring

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Will the young Brewers be serious contenders or fall into the "not quite" category again in 2008? Players such as Ryan Braun and Rickie Weeks will play a big role in determining that.

Story | Conversation | February 23, 2008

Winning culture developing in Milwaukee

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

April flash or legitimate contender? Here are 10 reasons why the Brewers are for real.

Story | Conversation | May 15, 2007

A whole new ballgame for some players

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Seven big leaguers are going to school in the desert this spring and learning a new position.

Story | Conversation | March 08, 2007