Dealing an ace can be a crapshoot
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhat kind of package can a star pitcher bring in return? As history reminds us, not all blockbusters are created equal.
Story | Conversation | July 22, 2009Nixon auditions for Arizona, other MLB clubs at D-backs' camp
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comVeteran outfielder Trot Nixon, still hoping to latch on with a big league club as a free agent, auditioned for the Diamondbacks at the team's spring training complex on Sunday.
Story | Conversation | February 17, 2008Large number of players still seeking employment
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe list of unemployed free agents is still very long, and many of them have no clue where they'll be when the Grapefruit and Cactus leagues get under way.
Story | Conversation | January 24, 2008Verlander, at only 24, achieving greatness
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe word "special" is overused in sports these days, but Justin Verlander, health permitting, is on his way to doing some incredible things.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2007New era at Coors
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Rockies have reason to be optimistic because they've developed some arms in their farm system, writes Jerry Crasnick.
Story | Conversation | June 24, 2006
'Very little star power' awaits this winter
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comLed by Barry Zito and Alfonso Soriano, there are only a handful of top-tier free agents in this winter's class.
Story | Conversation | April 20, 2006
Howard is a big-time slugger
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderJerry Crasnick responds to readers' comments about the Tigers, setup men, Ryan Howard and more.
Story | Conversation | July 01, 2005
Prospects to watch down the stretch
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe Twins' Justin Morneau, among other prospects, could be big players in the second half of the season.
Story | Conversation | July 11, 2004
Chavez deal is Stewart's first big task
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAs a pitcher, Dave Stewart was an imposing presence. Now we'll find out what he's like as an agent.
Story | Conversation | February 11, 2004
Real value lies beyond top tier
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderHere are 12 mid-level free agents who should receive high-level interest once the shopping gets under way.
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2003
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