Much gray area in defensive analysis
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhen it comes to defensive analysis, should we believe our eyes or the numbers? Perhaps a little of both.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009When up is down, and down is up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral teams have experienced plot twists since spring training, as strengths have become weaknesses and vice versa.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2009Angels overcome flaws to keep ALDS going
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Angels still haven't brought their A-game to the ALDS, but they got a win in Game 3 to keep the series with Boston going at least another night.
Story | Conversation | October 06, 2008Ranking contenders' bullpens
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comFactoring in depth, health, balance, experience and workload, Starting 9 ranks the bullpens of contending clubs.
Story | Conversation | August 05, 2008Reyes still considered king of thieves
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" breaks down the top base stealers in the game, leading off with the Mets' Jose Reyes.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2008Lester's no-hitter part of an amazing tale
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comJon Lester didn't just return after being diagnosed with cancer. He came back and threw a no-hitter.
Story | Conversation | May 19, 2008Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008Down 0-3, Rockies need another improbable run
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comUnbelievably, the Rockies survived must-win games to make the playoffs, but now they have to do the same thing in the World Series.
Story | Conversation | October 28, 2007Red Sox go from AL survivors to World Series favorites
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Red Sox reveled after surviving the ALCS, and now enter the World Series as the favorites against Colorado.
Story | Conversation | October 21, 2007Five options for improving the wild-card system
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWhile having wild-card teams in the postseason has been a rousing success, we offer five options to possibly improve the system.
Story | Conversation | October 03, 2007Pirates' Sanchez defying the odds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comPirates third baseman Freddy Sanchez, the NL's batting leader, is still trying to shake the perception that his bubble is about to burst.
Story | Conversation | August 14, 2006Astros singed, but not scared
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comDown 0-2, the Astros are finding solace in a return home and in knowing they've overcome much worse.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2005Human 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
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
Healthy, reliable closers hard to find
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhy are so many closers either hurt or struggling? Stress and wear and tear are logical places to start.
Story | Conversation | June 01, 2005
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