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Zito the last nine-figure domino to fall

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The fact that Barry Zito signed with San Francisco wasn't completely unexpected, but the $126 million for seven years was.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 28, 2006

Under Moore, Royals moving on to Plan B

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

With the Gil Meche signing, GM Dayton Moore is sending a strong message about his desire to improve the Royals.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 12, 2006

Bar has been set, so let the spending begin

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

The forecast for this year's free-agent starters is sunny and raining dollars. Here's the rundown, from the priciest to the most affordable.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 01, 2006

'Advice' from Pujols helped Howard along the way

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

St. Louis native Ryan Howard topped Cardinals and World Series hero Albert Pujols to win the NL MVP Award.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 20, 2006

Time to hang up the spikes?

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

At ballparks throughout the game, this week might be the last hurrah for some All-Stars and role players alike, writes Jerry Crasnick.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006

Playing the game the right way

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Aaron Rowand's athleticism and tenacity have won him the admiration of players and fans throughout the game.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | June 19, 2006

Moore returns to his Kansas roots

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

As he rediscovers his Kansas roots, new GM Dayton Moore faces a daunting task in resurrecting the Royals.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | June 05, 2006

Trio putting up numbers away from Boston

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Edgar, Hanley and Nomar are tearing it up. It's a wonderful year to be a former Boston Red Sox shortstop, writes Jerry Crasnick.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | May 17, 2006

Many questions still need to be answered

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

Every team has some important questions and contingency plans that must be addressed before Opening Day.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | February 16, 2006

Any life left in these old bats?

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN Insider

Several active players with Hall of Fame credentials, including Mike Piazza and Sammy Sosa, are still looking for work.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | January 05, 2006

Astros 'somewhat optimistic' about Clemens' return

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN Insider

The Astros have reasons to feel "somewhat optimistic" about Roger Clemens' returning to pitch in 2006.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 02, 2005

Six burning Hot Stove questions

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN Insider

With six Hot Stove questions in hand, Jerry Crasnick polled front-office execs at last week's GM meetings.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 14, 2005

Rowand could be odd man out

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN Insider

If the buzz at the GM meetings means anything, there are going to be a lot of trades this winter.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 10, 2005

GMs unimpressed with free-agent market

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

At the GM meetings, front-office intrigue has made for light banter, but talks involving big money and available players are about to get serious.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 08, 2005

Given a chance, minorities thriving with White Sox

Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com

With GM Kenny Williams leading the way, the White Sox are perhaps the most progressive organization in baseball when it comes to minority hiring.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 28, 2005