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Are the White Sox Really the Most Disappointing Team in Baseball?

We attempt to answer that question by looking at the data prior to the season and comparing it to the team's numbers entering the decisive second half.

2 years ago Taylor Bechtold

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Welcome to the J-Rod Show: How Julio Rodriguez Is Coming of Age for the Surging Mariners

We take a closer look at the exciting outfielder who has a chance to join Mike Trout as the only rookies in major league history to post 30-30 seasons.

2 years ago andres chavez

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The Analyst’s All-Star Teams: Who Deserves to Start in the Mid-Summer Classic?

Fans, managers and coaches have spoken and sent their favorite players to Los Angeles. However, we have our own way to pick our data All-Stars, using raw value.

2 years ago andres chavez

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MLB Awards: The MVPs, Cy Youngs, Top Rookies and Best Relievers of the First Half

In many instances, Major League Baseball awards are a popularity contest, given to those on East Coast teams or winning clubs. But, of course, the data's revelations are unbiased.

2 years ago Taylor Bechtold

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When Data Ahead of Its Time Changed the 1980 MLB All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium

It's the story of what happened the last time the Mid-Summer Classic was held at Chavez Ravine, including the inside info that was given to the NL manager.

2 years ago Steve Hirdt

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Air Yordan: Like It or Not, Yordan Álvarez Has Become the Best Hitter in Baseball

Despite all the attention Aaron Judge has received, the race for the American League MVP is as open as ever. Has the Houston Astros slugger emerged as the favorite?

2 years ago andres chavez

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Is Clay Holmes the Most Impressive Graduate From the Yankees’ Pitching Lab?

Walking on the sun is easier than getting a hit off Holmes for righties with two strikes. We'll take you through the right-hander's amazing transformation with the Yankees.

2 years ago andres chavez

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Changing Up: How Sandy Alcántara Has Unlocked Another Level of Excellence

Last year may have been a breakout season for the Miami Marlins right-hander, but he's been even better this season. And we're breaking down some of the reasons why.

2 years ago andres chavez

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Fallen Angels: Why We Should Be Worried About the Halos, Not Trout

Los Angeles is, as things stand, out of the playoff picture as a result of a costly, historic skid. Its superstar might be fine, but what about the rest of…

2 years ago andres chavez

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Expected Winning Percentage: Should the Phillies Be Labeled MLB’s Biggest Underperformers?

Which other teams are underperforming over the first third of the season? We’ve dug into our database and used an expected win-loss model to answer this and more.

2 years ago Taylor Bechtold