A-Rod experiencing October rebirth
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAlex Rodriguez is forging a new identity this October, playing a far different role than in previous years.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2009CC, A-Rod take giant steps
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comCC Sabathia and Alex Rodriguez took an important first step in ridding themselves of the reputation that they can't perform in October with solid performances in the Yankees' Game 1 ALDS win over Minnesota.
Story | Conversation | October 07, 2009Jeter hitting monumental heights
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDerek Jeter broke Luis Aparicio's record for career hits by a shortstop last month. Now the 35-year-old has Lou Gehrig in his sights.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009Hoping for a September to remember
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBecause 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, 2009Helton stresses team-first mentality
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTodd Helton has experienced the ups and downs during his 13 years with the Rockies. And he's living proof that second acts are as much fun as they're cracked up to be.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 2009Aaron advocates asterisks by records
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFormer home run king Hank Aaron said Saturday that he's willing to accept steroid users into the club, but with asterisks.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2009AL East … King Albert … and lots more
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith 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, 2009Tall Tales: Big moments for Big Unit
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRandy Johnson versus ... John Kruk in the 1993 All-Star Game ... a dove ... the Braves in 2004. Here's a look at some of the most memorable moments -- good and bad -- in the Big Unit's storied career.
Story | Conversation | June 02, 2009Active seniors still living the good life
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comTo quadrigenarians Jamie Moyer, Gary Sheffield and Randy Johnson, age is just another number in their illustrious careers.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009Given a chance to play, Pierre thriving
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJuan Pierre knows his time as a starter is likely limited, but you wouldn't know that by the way he's playing in place of the suspended Manny Ramirez.
Story | Conversation | May 18, 2009A-Rod makes like superhero in return
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comControversy has hounded Alex Rodriguez, but with his first swing of 2009, the Yankees slugger showed why he's A-Rod and we're not.
Story | Conversation | May 08, 2009Pounding the pavement
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn recognition of the nation's 8.5 percent jobless rate, this week's installment of Starting 9 catches up with some familiar faces who failed to hook on through free agency.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2009Hafner pushes to return to his old form
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAfter 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, 2009Miller: Athletes victims of witch hunt
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPlayers Association founder Marvin Miller defends the baseball union's conduct and accuses the federal government and major drug testing bodies of engaging in a "witch hunt" against prominent athletes.
Story | Conversation | February 10, 2009Young says steroids weren't discussed
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comGeneral manager Jon Daniels, who was an assistant GM with the Rangers in 2003, told The Dallas Morning News that the notion of Alex Rodriguez using steroids during that season "was not a topic of conversation."
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