Jerry Crasnick
Jerry Crasnick covers baseball for ESPN Insider. His book "License To Deal" has been published by Rodale.
Utley's HR power speaks loudly for him November 02, 2009
Chase Utley is carrying the Phillies with Reggie-esque power numbers in the World Series, but winning is all that drives him.
Phillies awoke nearly silent Rodriguez November 01, 2009
Alex Rodriguez was off to a poor start in the World Series and seemed destined for another offseason of criticism, but that's all changed after a homer in Game 3 and a huge hit late in Game 4.
Southpaws in the spotlight October 31, 2009
The resurgent Andy Pettitte faces the shaky Cole Hamels in Saturday night's pivotal Game 3 of World Series.
Hamels, Howard stumble in Game 3 November 01, 2009
Cole Hamels was thumped and Ryan Howard struggled yet again at the plate as the Phillies fell behind 2-1 in this World Series against the Yankees.
Girardi wins battle of managerial wits October 29, 2009
WS Game 1: Road warriors October 28, 2009
Hot Yankee bats go cold in Game 1 October 28, 2009
Alex Rodriguez and the Yankees' offense stumbled through a rough opening game of the World Series, silenced by a complete-game gem from the Phillies' Cliff Lee.
Mills gets third Astros interview October 27, 2009
The Houston Astros, moving closer to a decision on their managerial hire, were scheduled to hold a third interview Tuesday with Boston Red Sox bench coach Brad Mills.
Girardi managing just fine October 27, 2009
Second-guess him all you want. Joe Girardi -- in his first postseason as a manager -- has the Yankees in position to win their 27th World Series title.
ALCS: Some veteran advice October 25, 2009
ALCS: Figgins stays put at leadoff October 25, 2009
Yankees arrive at desired destination October 26, 2009
The Yankees set out with a simple purpose -- reach the World Series and win it. By dispatching the Angels, New York has completed half the equation.
Girardi calm amid stormy Bronx weather October 24, 2009
The Yankees won't alter their plans at all despite having the opportunity to do so after rain forced the postponement of Game 6 of the ALCS.
ALCS: Burnett usually a strong starter October 22, 2009
ALCS: Lackey still tough on A-Rod October 22, 2009
ALCS: Salmon back in familiar waters October 22, 2009
ALCS: Salmon throws out first pitch October 22, 2009
Angels manage to keep season going October 22, 2009
If the Angels had lost on Thursday, the focus would have fallen on manager Mike Scioscia's decision-making. But they didn't, instead defeating the Yankees in Game 5 to force the ALCS back to New York.
Teixeira a defensive wizard for Yankees October 21, 2009
Mark Teixeira is struggling with the bat this postseason, but he's making up for it by playing outstanding defense at first base for the Yankees.
ALCS: Yankees missing opportunities October 20, 2009
INSIDER
Sign Of The Times
The Red Sox's acquisition of Jeremy Hermida is one of many likely trades this offseason that'll involve small- and mid-market teams moving players to big-market teams for second-rate packages.
Big Apple's big dream
Chad Ford examines whether or not the Knick's offseason plan for 2010 can still work.
Making the best better
Todd McShay explains how the top three college QBs can improve.
OUTSIDE THE LINES
Seats Of Gold
Yankee Stadium's Legends Suite was sparsely populated at times this season -- a sign of what greed does to loyalty. Wright Thompson »
