Peter Bendix breaks out Matt Garza’s most recent seven starts and finds evidence to back the claim that he’s learned to channel his emotions and pitch better. Peter also notes that most of those starts have been at home, where Garza has a much better record in general. This is sort of the classic question: […]

Dave Cameron has a few notes on K-Rod’s record-setting save pace, including the fact that he isn’t racking up many cheap saves. His Leverage Index is over 2.5, which means he’s being put in a lot of tough situations. But, as noted in the comments, his pitching basics (strikeouts and walks) are down quite a […]

Well over the 2007 season and going strong. I just wanted to tip my cap to Sportvision and MLBAM for their great work supplying us with this great data for free!

Kanka Sports has a look at the Q&D Marcel projections for the Indians. Alas, Sal Fasano won’t keep hitting .385.

Curt Schilling gives all the details regarding his injuries and surgery, including history and pictures. Schilling is as honest and forthcoming as ever. For more background, you can also read the Boston Globe’s coverage of the surgery (which occurred about a month ago).

Joe P. has posted a classic remembrance of Stan Musial. Read it.

Brew Crew Ball has also projected the second-half performances of Brewer regulars, based on Sal’s Quick and Dirty Marcel spreadsheets.

JoePos’ latest on seeking autographs and life. His usual compelling read, but the following passage, a mostly representative email from a fan meant to highlight the importance of learning how to ask for something, made me crack up. Dear Joe, I have to do this assignment in class where, like, I have to write about […]

A Viva El Birdos looks at some of the worst All Star performances of all time, and it doesn’t look great for Dan Uggla.

Jessica applied Sal’s quick-and-dirty Marcel spreadsheet to the Mets’ players to project how they’re likely to perform for the rest of the year. (We’re on a first-name basis with everyone around here.) One good sign: Carlos Delgado, .256/.342/.473.