Bar has been set, so let the spending begin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe forecast for this year's free-agent starters is sunny and raining dollars. Here's the rundown, from the priciest to the most affordable.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 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
Pressure is on Blue Jays to contend
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWas the Blue Jays' $102 million investment in A.J. Burnett and B.J. Ryan money well spent? Time will tell.
Story | Conversation | December 06, 2005
Human element still vital in high-tech age
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdvance scouting helps teams keep track of opponents and gain competitive intelligence.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005
As a manager, The Kid's all right
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comGary Carter hopes managing the Mets' rookie-league team will eventually lead to a major-league job.
Story | Conversation | August 19, 2005
Ankiel's black cloud has lifted
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderDoes Rick Ankiel have a prayer of making it to the majors as an outfielder?
Story | Conversation | March 21, 2005
Benson's deal will set market
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderKris Benson may have had bargaining power with the Mets. Now other free agents are looking to cash in.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2004
Bowden's 'mind is always working'
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJim Bowden will never think conservatively when it comes to running a baseball team.
Story | Conversation | November 22, 2004
Let the bidding begin
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderBaseball executives like the depth of this winter's free-agent pitching contingent.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2004
Moorad move raising many issues
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAgent Jeff Moorad's decision to replace Jerry Colangelo as the man in charge of the Diamondbacks is creating controversy.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2004
San Diego banking on young arms
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Padres are counting on youngsters Adam Eaton and Jake Peavy be front-of-the-rotation starters.
Story | Conversation | April 30, 2004
Spring longshots who hit it big
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderConsidered longshots, or even afterthoughts, these guys managed to crack Major League rosters this spring.
Story | Conversation | April 09, 2004
Managers making final maneuvers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderOpening Day is just two weeks off, but there still are a lot of questions to be answered. Our Insider has 10.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2004
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