Jaramillo sees something in Sosa
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBecause Rangers hitting coach Rudy Jaramillo went to bat for him, Sammy Sosa is getting an opportunity to revive his career.
Story | Conversation | January 19, 2007
Under Moore, Royals moving on to Plan B
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the Gil Meche signing, GM Dayton Moore is sending a strong message about his desire to improve the Royals.
Story | Conversation | December 12, 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
The second baseman is in right field?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome teams are employing extreme defensive shifts to neutralize dangerous left-handed hitters like Jason Giambi and David Ortiz, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2006
One-year home run spikes not at all uncommon
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderBrady Anderson and Roger Maris are just two of many players who had one-year spikes in home runs. Jerry Crasnick explains.
Story | Conversation | July 03, 2006
Arroyo, Phillips paying immediate dividends
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Reds, who entered the season with minimal expectations, have been one of baseball's big early surprises.
Story | Conversation | April 28, 2006
Here comes the left-hander ...
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome teams have three, some have none. The beauty of the lefty reliever is in the eye of the beholder.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 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
Red Sox could turn to Reed, among others
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJeremy Reed is among the players the Red Sox could consider bringing in to replace the departed Johnny Damon.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2005
Eaton 'irked' at Padres' approach
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdam Eaton, a free agent next winter, is disturbed by how the Padres are presently conducting business. Jerry Crasnick explains.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2005
Diamondbacks assessing trade options
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderTrading starting pitcher Javier Vazquez is expected to set off a series of potentially major moves for the Diamondbacks.
Story | Conversation | December 08, 2005
A happy ending for the Padres
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderIt was meant to be for Trevor Hoffman to remain in San Diego, and that's exactly what happened for the veteran.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2005
Astros 'somewhat optimistic' about Clemens' return
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Astros have reasons to feel "somewhat optimistic" about Roger Clemens' returning to pitch in 2006.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2005
Relief pitchers striking it rich
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith teams willing to spend, relief pitchers from Scott Eyre to Billy Wagner are hitting the jackpot in free agency.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2005
Thomas, Piazza possibilities in Oakland
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWill the A's trade Barry Zito? It's not likely, but landing a hitter like Frank Thomas or Mike Piazza isn't out of the question, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2005
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