Catcher framing data has created quite a bit of buzz in sabermetric, and even main-stream, baseball circles in the last couple of years. Through the analysis of PITCHf/x data, sharp minds like Mike Fast and Max Marchi managed to put … Continue reading
Most baseball fans know that spring training stats mean next to nothing. The sample sizes are tiny and opposing rosters are often filled with guys from double-A. This explains how no-name players like Jon Weber and Jorge Vazquez can put … Continue reading
Since coming over from Cuba in 2012, outfielder Adonis Garcia‘s minor league numbers have been pretty lack-luster. In 110 games spread across an assortment of minor league levels, the soon-to-be 29-year-old hit just .261/.301/.395. Numbers like that certainly don’t scream … Continue reading
According to a recent Quinnipiac poll, if the Yankees and Mets were to square off in the World Series, 59% of New Yorkers would root for the Yankees while just 37% would side with the Mets. That the Yankees have … Continue reading
The Yankees’ infield defense took a big hit with the loss of Brendan Ryan, who’s expected to miss the start of the season with a pinched nerve in his back. Ryan’s not much with the bat, but when it comes … Continue reading
Pitch limits, innings caps, and mechanical tweaks are just a few methods teams have tried to prevent elbow and shoulder injuries. What’s clear is that these procedures don’t necessarily work, but the logic behind them is understandable. Even though Joe … Continue reading
Although the Yankees are pretty well situated in the late innings, their bullpen is likely to be one of their weaknesses this year. David Robertson will slide seamlessly into the closer role, while Shawn Kelley and Matt Thornton should form … Continue reading
What we said last year: Derek wrote the season preview for the Rays last season. Here’s what he had to say: As of now, considering the Yankees’ injuries, I think the Rays are right on par with New York. However, … Continue reading
I wrote the season preview for the Red Sox last year. Here’s what I had to say: Things are looking up in Boston, but it’s still unclear if they’ll be able to compete with the dominant forces in the AL … Continue reading
What we said last year: Derek wrote the season preview for the Blue Jays last season. Here’s what he had to say: While questioning the Blue Jays’ ability to remain healthy could be reasonable, the fact of the matter is … Continue reading