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Will Hawkes: Non-stop rain and a deluge of stats adds up to one dull day Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 6:26PMIt's not often that the term "reversion to the mean" gets used in sports broadcasting. Can you imagine Mark Lawrenson slipping it into a Match of the Day conversation about, say, Blackpool's precipitous descent down the Premier League last season? Lawro may be well-acquainted with the concept but the chances are he'd not want to use it in front of Hansen and Lineker in case they thought he was a ...
Where have you gone, Ryan Vogelsong? A few thoughts (OK, more than a few) Monday, June 6, 2011 @ 2:16PMLast year, Ryan Vogelsong helped teach me an important lesson. It was the first week of spring training. The position players who were sure bets for the Phillies roster had only begun to trickle in to Clearwater. The weather was chilly, and the hot water in my apartment was not working.
Goold: A tale of two closers Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 12:08PMNinth innings have been in peril across the Show-Me State; Cards, Royals have differing solutions
News, briefly Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 1:18PMSee what's happening in and around Kingston
News’ revenge: editorial pages rain down on Brown’s crusade Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 2:50AMNews Limited has struck back against claims by Bob Brown it is misrepresenting the climate change debate, accusing the Greens leader on its editorial pages of cracking under the pressure of increased media scrutiny. Read more on the blog...
Terry Pluto's Talkin' ... about the Browns' West Coast fit, the Cavaliers' draft options and Tribe's emerging young ... Saturday, May 14, 2011 @ 10:46PMThere's plenty to discuss during a busy week of sports around Northeast Ohio.
Unraveling the Mystery: An Inside Look at an MLB Front Office Tuesday, May 3, 2011 @ 8:36AMThere generally tends to be a lot of mystery surrounding an MLB front office. Fans know that they are responsible for signing free agents, making trades and gathering information, but they do not know how it is done. I was recently able to sit down with Cardinals Assistant General Manager Michael Girsch, Baseball Development Analyst Chris Correa and team Arbitration Lawyer Hal Welford after they ...
Challenger Baseball Season Kicks off with the Mesa State Softball Team Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 1:18AMThe Challenger Baseball league, for physically challenged youths in the Grand Junction Area kicked off their season at Bergman Field Wednesday with some very special guests, the Mesa State Softball team.
Answer Man: How do they figure stats in baseball? Saturday, April 16, 2011 @ 2:21AMQ. I'm just an average baseball fan, so the way announcers and writers throw numbers around boggles my mind. Could you please explain the difference between batting average, on-base percentage and slugging percentage -- and how they are figured?
Manny Ramirez: Greatest Player to Never Make the Hall Monday, April 11, 2011 @ 10:23AMManny Ramirez left the game of baseball this weekend in the same manner that he played his entire career: controversial. Whether it was his dreadlocks, inability to embrace defense, goofy antics, or moody exits from organizations Ramirez had a way of making himself a necessary distraction because of his bat. Surely failing a second test [...]
Bryce Harper goes 2 for 4 in minor league debut in Nationals’ system Thursday, April 7, 2011 @ 11:06PMROME, Ga. — The kid with the tape-measure power, and a reputation for knowing how to wield it, saw the third baseman creeping backward and knew what the situation called for. With everyone at State Mutual Stadium wondering how far Bryce Harper would hit the ball, the 18-year-old prodigy stuck his bat into the path of a fastball . . . and bunted. Put away your tape measures, boys; we can ...
The MLB Agents Who Rip Off Teams The Most Thursday, April 7, 2011 @ 11:08AMIt's not just hype--the 2010 season demonstrates how Scott Boras is the best at squeezing every penny for his players.
How To Construct A High-Risk Portfolio Monday, April 4, 2011 @ 1:18AMA lot of investment advice centers on producing as much return as possible for as little risk as possible. But what about the other side of the coin? What about embracing the possibilities of risk and actively seeking to build a high-risk investment portfolio?
Charging the Mound: Trendsetters Thursday, March 24, 2011 @ 12:03PMWhen it comes to trendy players this spring, Drew Stubbs tops the list.
Morning Link Dump - 03/21/11 Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 4:30AMThis morning we'll go with Kate Upton, who actually has nothing to do with sports, except that she showed up in this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and a lot of people, like The Last Angry Fan , noticed she looked like this. So... that's about as sports-related as we need.
Mariners acquire LHP Laffey from Tribe Monday, March 7, 2011 @ 1:09AMThe Seattle Mariners added to their collection of pitchers Wednesday, acquiring veteran left-hander Aaron Laffey from the Cleveland Indians in exchange for minor-league infielder Matt Lawson and cash considerations.
10 things they don't tell you about youth sports Saturday, March 5, 2011 @ 11:20PMIt’s the season for youth sports sign-ups and evaluations. Visit any sporting-goods store in Chattanooga today and you’ll see a swarm of families buying cleats.
Mariners Notebook: Seattle acquires LHP Laffey Wednesday, March 2, 2011 @ 8:43PMSeattle sent minor-league infielder Matt Lawson and cash to Cleveland in the Laffery deal.
2011 Draft Prep: Rotisserie strategies Wednesday, March 2, 2011 @ 1:32PMThe most effective way to build a competitive Rotisserie team on Draft Day? To focus on players who excel in areas they can control. Our Scott White lays out his can't-miss approach to Roto formats.
How many Musials make a Pujols? Friday, February 11, 2011 @ 9:24AMMusial made less in each of his MVP years than Pujols could make per plate appearance
Where have all the Aussie bogeymen gone? Saturday, January 1, 2011 @ 12:35PMTom Fordyce stirs up old fears but admits he is no longer scared by Australian cricketers
No more nightmares Saturday, January 1, 2011 @ 12:35PMTom Fordyce says he is no longer scared by Aussie cricketers
Ettinger: How much is Jeter actually worth? Wednesday, December 1, 2010 @ 12:43AMThere’s a lot to consider in determining the value of Derek Jeter’s next contract.
MLB Free Agents: Who Do You Take, Jayson Werth or Carl Crawford? Friday, November 12, 2010 @ 7:37AMPerhaps the two biggest position player free agents this winter are outfielders Jason Werth and Carl Crawford. Many teams are expected to be bidding for their services, but the Boston Red Sox in particular seem to be desperate to land one of them.
MLB Free Agents: Who Do You Take, Jayson Werth or Carl Crawford? Friday, November 12, 2010 @ 6:34AMPerhaps the two biggest position player free agents this winter are outfielders Jason Werth and Carl Crawford . Many teams are expected to be bidding for their services, but the Boston Red Sox in particular seem to be desperate to land one of them. Although Mike Cameron and Jacoby Ellsbury, who both missed considerable time in the 2010 campaign, will be healthy to start the season, Theo Epstein ...
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer wins third straight Gold Glove Tuesday, November 9, 2010 @ 3:51PMMinnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer, left, tags out Tampa Bay Rays' Matt Joyce, right, attempting to score during the fourth inning of a baseball game Thursday, July 1, 2010 in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer wins third straight Gold Glove Tuesday, November 9, 2010 @ 2:51PMJoe Mauer joined an elite group of Twins players Tuesday when he won his third consecutive American League Rawlings Gold Glove Award, an honor voted on by AL managers and coaches.
It's a baseball numbers game Friday, October 15, 2010 @ 1:37AMTeacher Joseph Pisacano has been using baseball stats to pique student interest in math.
Fast pitchers push batters' ability to respond Wednesday, October 6, 2010 @ 3:29AMA white blur explodes from the left hand of Reds reliever Aroldis Chapman. By the time the batter is able to see the speeding ball and his brain decides whether to react, 130 milliseconds have elapsed. The ball is one third of the way to the plate.
Norwich couple builds in a brighter shade of green Wednesday, September 29, 2010 @ 3:18AM'Passive' home requires minimal heating, even in Vermont. ... - By TOM ZELLER Jr. The New York Times
Morningstar Fund Analyst Picks' Batting Average Improves Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 6:00AMWe've improved in four of five broad asset classes since 2007.
Dallas County DA touts conviction rate that includes guilty pleas Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:32PMDallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins frequently boasts of his felony prosecutors' nearly perfect conviction rate. He says prosecutors successfully get convictions in 99.4 percent of cases handled by his office. That's true, but with some tricky math: The office doesn't just count cases that go to trial; it includes cases where the defendant pleads guilty, too.
Dallas County DA touts conviction rate that includes guilty pleas Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:31AMDallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins frequently boasts of his felony prosecutors' nearly perfect conviction rate. He says prosecutors successfully get convictions in 99.4 percent of cases handled by his office.
Chipper Out For Season Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 1:01PMThe Atlanta Braves announced that veteran third baseman Chipper Jones will be out for the season due to a torn ACL.
Fantasy Baseball Stat School: Fielder Independent Pitching Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 6:40PMHello, class. If you remember, last week we talked about the basics of Sabermetric principles and how they look at stats differently than most people and value lesser used stats over more traditionally viewed numbers like ERA and batting average. The point of Sabermetrics is to identify trends and predict the future. One of the major stats in an expert’s psychic arsenal is Fielder Independent ...
USC Outfielder Whit Merrifield Headed To Royals Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 8:13AMFresh off the College World Series Championship, South Carolina outfielder Whit Merrifield has agreed to play for the Kansas City Royals.
How Justice Stevens Changed Baseball Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 9:59AMJustice Stevens, who retires today, helped shape how our national pastime is governed while on a Congressional committee 59 years ago Oliver Wendell Holmes - Gerald Ford - Supreme Court - New York Times - John Paul Stevens
Hosmer, Moustakas, To Play In Futures Game Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 1:02AMFormer Chukars Eric Hosmer and Mike Moustakas were named Wednesday to the U.S. roster for the 12th annual XM All-Star Futures Game.
Philadelphia Selects Dover High Alum Perci Garner In Second Round Of Major League Baseball Draft Tuesday, June 8, 2010 @ 12:13PMGarner, a redshirt sophomore pitcher at Ball State, goes 77th overall.
Taking a swing for the maligned RBI Saturday, May 15, 2010 @ 6:15PMAs baseball's world of statistical analysis has taken great leaps forward over the last several years, one of the categories that has been stomped into the ground the most has been one that used to be among the most cherished - the run batted in.
Pujols sets the pace and Howard chases Wednesday, May 5, 2010 @ 3:18PMTOWER GROVE — With each home run he hits, St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols is setting a new record for Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard to chase.
Intentionally walking Cards invites trouble Tuesday, May 4, 2010 @ 1:18PMTOWER GROVE — The Los Angeles Dodgers hinted at the strategy last October and the Atlanta Braves may have brought it into vogue so far this season, but intentionally walking St. Louis Cardinals this season has been a dicey proposition.
Success of leadoff men vital to offenses Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 11:32AMAn item I wrote on USA TODAY's Fantasy Windup blog last week generated a handful of negative comments so many that the entire thing seems worth a closer look.
Phillies can roll on without Rollins Wednesday, April 14, 2010 @ 11:39PMPHILADELPHIA — Charlie Manuel spent a portion of the pregame pretending that being without Jimmy Rollins for at least the next couple of weeks was little more than a nuisance, something along the lines of junk mail and or an especially long red light.
Paul Hagen: Phillies can roll on without Rollins Wednesday, April 14, 2010 @ 10:07PMPaul Hagen: Charlie Manuel spent a portion of the pregame pretending that being without Jimmy Rollins for at least the next couple of weeks was little more than a nuisance, something along the lines of junk mail and or an especially long red light.
Rox preview: Tulo — pure shortstop Sunday, April 4, 2010 @ 2:13AMSome kids want to be firefighters when they grow up. Or doctors. Or cowboys. Troy Tulowitzki wanted to be a big-league shortstop.
Okay, Maybe Beef Doesn't Cause More Warming than Oil... Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 11:58PMClimate change advocates are on the defensive after a beef-industry consultant points out a flawed comparison
Meat-Eating Vs. Driving: Another Climate Change Error? Friday, March 26, 2010 @ 11:58PMClimate change advocates are on the defensive after a beef-industry consultant points out a flawed comparison
England success? Wednesday, March 24, 2010 @ 9:25AMTour of Bangladesh leaves questions unanswered
Ports Support Students With Education Days Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 7:42PMSTOCKTON, Calif. - The Stockton Ports will host Education Days on Tuesday, April 20 and Wednesday, May 12, as part of their continuing commitment to supporting area students and teachers and encouraging a love of learning.