Johnson 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 2009Players who really produce in September
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJimmy Rollins and Randy Johnson are among nine players who have put together impressive numbers in the final month of the season.
Story | Conversation | August 27, 2008Highlighting the biggest overachievers of '08
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral players are performing better than their track records or perceived talent levels might indicate. Jerry Crasnick runs down the list.
Story | Conversation | July 02, 2008Young starters trying to make the long-term leap
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comStarting 9 looks at nine young starting pitchers who have pitched very well to begin the season and are trying to bridge the gap from hopeful to fulfilled.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2008Tanner backing Gossage, Blyleven
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFormer manager Chuck Tanner is happy to give Goose Gossage and Bert Blyleven both his blessing and his personal endorsement for the Hall of Fame.
Story | Conversation | December 27, 2007September's significant for baseball's bottom nine
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeptember is still a significant month for baseball's bottom nine teams, even though they're out of the playoff hunt.
Story | Conversation | August 30, 2007Bar 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
Soriano is a prime commodity
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith six hot stove questions in hand, Jerry Crasnick polled front-office execs at the GM meetings.
Story | Conversation | November 15, 2006NL lineups aren't as deep
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThere are a few factors that might help explain the American League's recent dominance over the National League.
Story | Conversation | July 10, 2006History doesn't favor pitchers as managers
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPitchers rarely become quality managers, but Greg Maddux is considered one who could succeed.
Story | Conversation | June 09, 2006Many 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
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