Archive for Strategy

An immodest proposal designed to make middle relievers work for their money.

Jeff looks at how teams can get creative with their active rosters, and whether the rules ought to be tightened.

Between the last two Blue Jays columns Toronto went 5-14. Injuries were only a small part of the problem

On May 17, 1963 Don Nottebart threw the first no-hitter in the history of the Houston franchise. The final score, however, reflected not only Nottebart’s pitching abilities, but also the defense he had playing behind him, and prompted memories of other “flawed” no-hitters.

The Brewers have lost five of their last six games.

Sal adds his thoughts to the “new market inefficiency” and outlines a framework for somebody looking to play the market.

A look at the team with the best pitching and second worst offense in the American League, and more talkin’ baseball with the THT staff.

With the help of the masochistic Eric Chalek (he’s a regular reader—what more proof is needed?) we’ll take a look at four more potential Hall of Fame clunkers (plus a surprise!—No Dave I’m not quitting; nice try though).

A look at PROTRADE, the sports stock market.

THT’s division standings take on the wisdom of the crowd.