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Ross Ohlendorf and another example of why W & L are bad statistics
The Red Sox have signed Ross Ohlendorf, who pitched for the Pirates over the last few years.
Numerous reports about the signing have cited the fact that Ohlendorf has a 2-14 record over the last 2 seasons. That’s true, but what does it really mean? Continue reading
Every single pitch in play
In 1993, both Mike Fetters and Paul Gibson did something really unusual. Continue reading
The incredible growth of Barry Bonds (and I don’t mean his personal character)
Red Schoendienst through the years
Morphing Dave Parker
After the jump is a test morph of two Dave Parker cards. Might take a minute to load. Let me know what you think. Continue reading
Trivia: Link these 3 pitchers
Since 1919, what single-game result was achieved only by Kevin Appier, Bob Sebra and Ken Johnson?
(I can never keep you folks down for long. Congratulations to CursedClevelander. For the answer, click “Read the rest of this entry.”)
Complete game loss streaks
Here’s a little more on team streaks of complete game losses. It demonstrates just how rare they’ve become. Continue reading
Happy Valentine’s Day
I hope you really enjoy this totally made-up holiday.
and if things go well:
Joe Stripp (note his full name—amazing!!)