Archive for October 2011

The surprise World Series
10/19/2011 -
5

Be honest: How many of you thought in March you’d see the Rangers facing the Cardinals?

The Blue Jays’ quirkiest lineup since 1994
10/19/2011 -
10

The 1994 lockout didn’t just bring a playoff drought to Toronto, it also brought an influx of one-of-a-kind characters.

BOB:  Dodgers Divorce No More
10/19/2011 -
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The latest in the business of baseball.

Another one bites the dust
10/18/2011 -
30

How good are catchers in blocking pitches?

Ben’s 2012 wish list
10/17/2011 -
8

First up, former rookies and sophomores.

Ten weirdest career-ending performances of all-time
10/17/2011 -
25

In a sequel to a column from last month, Chris looks at the oddest ways prominent baseball careers have come to an end.

Looking ahead: 2011 xBABIP-adjusted batting lines
10/14/2011 -
26

xBABIP adjusted batting lines from 2011.

Cooperstown Confidential: Thinking of Johnny Callison
10/14/2011 -
17

The Great Depression, Connie Mack Stadium, and recollections of M*A*S*H all come together in this week’s Confidential.

Prospects in the Arizona Fall League
10/13/2011 -
4

The AFL showcases 18 potential stars.

The fantasy alphabet, part one: A-D
10/13/2011 -
2

A letter-by-letter preview of Fantasy Baseball 2012: Analysis, random stats, tips and ramblings