By Kyle Soppe Baseball is a game of numbers. So why not take a look at some odd stats and trends over the past week or so. This is Pickin Splinters answer to Baseball Tonight's "Kurk Gems" as we look to identify information that would typically be overlooked. When the Pirates lost on Sunday August 7th, they set a record for futility that even this franchise hasn’t seen. … [Read more...] about MLB Splinters | August 11, 2011
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Angels @ Yankees – Tale of the Tape
By Kyle Soppe Setting: The top two wild card teams in the AL do battle at new Yankee Stadium for a three-game set starting Tuesday night. The Yankees are a game back of the BoSox in the East, and are seven games clear of these Angels, who trail the Rangers by one game in the West. The offense has dominated for the pinstripes, ranking in the top top in the MLB in … [Read more...] about Angels @ Yankees – Tale of the Tape
Cardinals @ Brewers – Tale of the Tape
By Kyle Soppe Setting: The Milwaukee Brewers will host the first of 12 meetings with the Cardinals in the next five weeks. Miller Park has been as friendly to the home team as any park in the majors, as they lead the league in home winning percentage (39-14). The division rivals are atop the NL Central, a four-team race that will likely reward only the winner with a playoff … [Read more...] about Cardinals @ Brewers – Tale of the Tape
Pirates @ Phillies – Tale of the Tape
By Kyle Soppe Setting: A meeting of two Pennsylvania-based teams battling for playoff position, and no, this isn't a football preview. The Phillies, who own the top home and overall record in the MLB, were expected to be here the second Cliff Lee and Roy Oswalt brought their talents to Philly. The Bucco's, who boast the third best winning percentage on the road in the NL, … [Read more...] about Pirates @ Phillies – Tale of the Tape
FSPY’s
By Kyle Soppe As we enter the back end of the MLB season, we can take some time to recognize the imperfect seasons by some individuals and teams by handing out 10 FSPY's (Failure in Sports Performance Yearly awards). Jim Joyce Award This is an opinion-based award given to the worst call, when it comes to signing a player, by a team. This year's recipient is the Chicago … [Read more...] about FSPY’s