As always, we can satisfy our curiosity by digging deeper, using Pitch FX data to get a better idea of what Strasburg's performance "looked" like. Oh sure, I can tell you that it was a sight to behold, or I can show you exactly how #37 took 15 mph off his fastball to make hitters look silly.
In response to BtB citizens Mike Fast, vivaelpujols, Missing Barry and others, a far more in-depth comparison of Barry Zito's 2009 and 2010 performances.
While Barry Zito isn't exactly earning every penny of that $126 million deal, this year the former ace has pitched his way back into the ranks of respectability. What is responsible for Mr. Zito's turnaround, and will he keep it up? A look at the numbers will help us answer that question.
