Slow time could soon get action-packed
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe offseason has gotten off to a slow start, but it's evident that money is available based on the contracts that free agents have already signed.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2009Soriano's decision 'going down to wire'
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRafael Soriano's agent said Saturday that the pitcher is giving serious consideration to accepting arbitration and returning to Atlanta for a one-year deal.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2009Perusing the free-agent bargain bin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBobby Abreu proved last year that there are bargains to be had on the free-agent market. Starting 9 takes a look at the best deals on the offseason discount rack.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009Deal to pay Wagner $7M in 2010
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Atlanta Braves have reached agreement on a one-year contract with veteran reliever Billy Wagner.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009Johnson wanted four-year deal
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThere will be no long-term contract for pitcher Josh Johnson with the Florida Marlins this winter, his agent said Friday.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009Promising careers at a crossroads
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhat do B.J. Upton, Jeremy Hermida and J.J. Hardy have in common? They're three younger players who find themselves at a career crossroads.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2009Young arms feel the 'grind' at this point
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFrom pitch counts to innings limits, Starting 9 assesses how several young pitchers are positioned for the stretch drive.
Story | Conversation | September 10, 2009Hanson offers bright outlook for Braves
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comAt the age of 23, rookie right-hander Tommy Hanson offers the Braves promise for not only the present but also the future.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2009Royals' early glee quickly turned sour
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Royals were a first-place team in early May, but since then their season has gone horribly wrong.
Story | Conversation | August 25, 2009Drabek stands out among Futures stars
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comKyle Drabek's father won a Cy Young Award, but with each outing, he is proving he is ready to make a name for himself in the big leagues.
Story | Conversation | July 12, 2009Several rookies making a big impact
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comRick 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, 2009They've got the spirit of St. Louis
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJason Bartlett, Nelson Cruz and Mark Reynolds are among the unheralded players who are posting All-Star-worthy numbers this season.
Story | Conversation | June 17, 2009Baseball's coming attractions
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe rookie of the year choices might seem rather dull at the moment, but several hot prospects could liven things up in the next few months.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 2009Adenhart's death shocks baseball
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe death of Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart in a hit-and-run accident brought shock and sorrow to the baseball community.
Story | Conversation | April 09, 2009Duchscherer hopes to avoid surgery
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJustin Duchscherer's chances of pitching Opening Day for the Oakland Athletics are looking increasingly more remote, as he plans to shut it down for the next few days in hopes that rest and medication can help alleviate the pain in his right elbow.
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