For most people, February 17th, 2016 is just another Wednesday. But for folks like me, it’s Christmas in February, as the pitchers and catchers from select teams report to camp. Because of this glorious day, The Morning Biscuit crew decided… Read More ›
Inside are simulated seasons of 4 players (courtesy of OOTP16). Each data set shows the 1-2 starting pitcher combinations for division rivals. On the left are 24 wins with 396 strikeout, and on the right are 27 wins 412 strikeouts. The left pair accumulated 8.5 WAR. The right duo accrued 10 WAR. The left pitchers pitch a ballpark with a .845 ballpark factor, while the right pitchers throw at a field with a 1.062 ballpark factor (anything above 1 favors hitters, under favors pitchers).
Which pair do you want?
The San Francisco Giants have traded for Casey McGehee, who, most likely, is only a one-year solution to replace the swinging Panda, Pablo Sandoval. While on the surface it seems like a big downgrade, I believe the Giants will find… Read More ›
How cool would it be to be a digital statistician for a baseball team? Here is a link to Baseball Prospectus’ Job Listing: http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=25131. You live in any of these cities? Anaheim/Los Angeles Atlanta Chicago (both teams) Cleveland Detroit Miami… Read More ›
Stay tuned for on-field pictures from tonight’s game. Tonight’s pitching matchup: Paul Maholm ERA: 10.39 W/L: 0-1 (LAD) vs. Ryan Vogelsong ERA: 8.00 W/L: 0-0 (SF) DODGERS Dodgers have allowed the third fewest runs in the league at 3.6 runs per game. Dodgers allow… Read More ›
