Kevin Gregg Reemerges in Chicago
Kevin Gregg has gone from Minor League free agent to dominating closer in two short months. How did that happen and can it continue?
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The "luckiest" and "unluckiest" hitters of 2013
The word luck is often thrown around when we talk about hitter's BABIP numbers. By looking at expected BABIP, though, we hopefully can identify which hitters have actually had the best and worst fortunes to this point.
Wainwright dominant, Cardinals win, So What's New?
Adam Wainwright may have been happy for fellow
Small Samples and Reliability
It may be easy to chalk any hot or cold streak up to small sample size, but at what point is a sample actually large enough to use?
Are We Undervaluing Pitchers from Asian Countries?
The success of a group of Asian pitchers this season has prompted some to wonder if we have been undervaluing the pitching talent in Asian leagues.
Is Mark Reynolds Poised For A Great Season?
In 2009, Mark Reynolds smashed 44 homeruns and accumulated 3.2 fWAR with Arizona. After a few disappointing years in Baltimore, the slugger is off to a blazing hot start in Cleveland. Is his production sustainable?
Looking back (and ahead) with Mark Prior
Mark Prior's career was derailed by injuries, but not before he ripped off a rather impressive string of starts. What could have been, and what could still be for the former Cubs' star?
Can Aaron Hicks get back on track?
What can Aaron Hicks do to get back on track for the Minnesota Twins and provide that spark to their offense?
How many future aces are in the Minor Leagues?
Every offseason prospect experts grade the future potential of hundreds of Minor League pitchers. How many of them are said to have ace potential?
Does Zone% Vary by Batting Order Position?
How much does a batter's position in the order affect the percentage of strikes they see?
"Small sample" is used too much and incorrectly
The term "small sample size" is used to explain away unexpected performances early in the MLB season. At what point does it stop being a small sample? At what point can we start to believe in a legitimate change?
A Look at Giancarlo Stanton's Slow Start
Miami Marlins star Giancarlo Stanton has started poorly this season amid swirling trade rumors. What is the cause of Stanton's slow start and how would a poor season affect his trade value?
Is Any Team More Collapse-Proof Than The Tigers?
The MLB season is long and can feature some unexpected injuries or poor performance. What are some attributes that can help prevent a talented team on paper to collapse? It seems that the Tigers are the best equipped to prevail.
Is Miami's offense the worst ever?
Through the first few weeks of the season the answer is yes. Can the Marlins hold on to cement their place in history?
Does CC Sabathia "Pitch to the score"?
The claim that elite pitchers perform better in high pressure situations was put to test. Does CC Sabathia "Pitch to the score"?
Finding the Yankees Optimal Batting Order
The Yankees batting order has defied conventional wisdom at times this season by batting Brett Gardner and Robinson Cano together at the top of the order. Ryan Potter examines the issue of stacking left-handed hitters in a lineup.
Wrigley Field joins the 20th Century
After years without standard amenities like an electronic video board and available parking, the Cubs plan to change all of that. Are changes to such a historic ballpark a good idea?
SaberSphere 4/12: Hosmer, Speed, & the Sox Streak
Can batter's actually "steal" first base? Should a pitcher be evaluated independent of even his own defense? Will Eric Hosmer be better than Mike Trout? Lots of questions and a few answers in today's saber links.
Ranking Pitchers by Overall Value
An arbitrary reaction to an arbitrary ranking of the "Most Valuable Pitchers" spurred surprising results.
Will we see a left-handed catcher this season?
Baseball fans haven't had the opportunity to see a southpaw behind the dish in nearly 25 years, but the Brewers may change that in 2013.
Yu Need To Swing At Darvish's First Pitch
The hit that broke up the perfecto in the Rangers' second game of the season was on the first pitch. Looking at Yu Darvish's 2012 peripherals, batters actually have the best chance of beating the talented right-hander on the first pitch.
Who should close in Detroit?
The Tigers said they would be using a "closer by committee" early in the season, but thus far it has not been the case. Since he seems to want a convectional stopper in the ninth, who should Jim Leyland turn to?
The Plight of Tim Lincecum's Personal Catcher
Giants catcher Hector Sanchez is laughably bad behind the plate, but how much does his performance impact the performance of Giants pitchers?
The true value of Replacement Level
The term "replacement level" can divide baseball fans into two groups. Leave it to a 31-year-old rookie to make everyone forget which side they're on.
Should we reexamine how we value catchers?
Sabermetrics has helped us understand baseball in ways we never imagined, but the research on the defensive value of catchers is lagging behind.
Is Free Agency On Its Deathbed?
Many homegrown players are signing long term extensions with their current teams before they reach free agency. With the best players being kept from hitting the open market, are we witnessing the death of free agency?
